Junior Research Fellow & Project Scientist Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi

Total Vacancies

Job Location

New Delhi, Delhi - 110016

📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi)
Job Category	Technical
Eligibility Qualification	B.Sc. (b.sc.), B.Tech (btech), Master's Degree (masters-degree), MCA (mca), Post Graduate Diploma (post-graduate-diploma)
Number of Vacancies	3 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	₹35,400 - ₹50,000 Per Month
Gender Eligibility	both
Application Fee	- No application fee is applicable for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST).

📄 Details & Description

- Recruitment drive by IIT Delhi for 3 contractual positions under Advt. No. IITD/IRD/208/2026.
- Positions include 1 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and 2 Project Scientists.
- Selected candidates will receive competitive monthly stipends with applicable HRA.
- Walk-in interview scheduled for 19th August 2026 at IIT Delhi, New Delhi.
- Opportunity for candidates with NET qualification and relevant postgraduate degrees.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- For Junior Research Fellow: Postgraduate degree in basic science with NET qualification OR graduate degree in a professional course with NET qualification OR postgraduate degree with a professional course.
- For Project Scientist: B.Tech, M.Sc, MCA, or postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline with first-class or equivalent marks.
- Candidates must meet prescribed eligibility criteria as per official notification.

⚙️ Selection Process

- Selection will be based on a walk-in test followed by an interview.
- Candidates must attend the walk-in interview on 19th August 2026 at the specified venue.
- Reporting time and venue details will be mentioned in the official notification.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

All

📂 Required Documents

- Original and self-attested photocopies of ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, etc.).
- Educational certificates (degree, mark sheets, NET qualification proof).
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- Category certificate (if applicable for reserved categories).
- Duly filled application form (if required in the notification).
- Passport-size photographs (extra copies for submission).

💳 Application Fee Details

- No application fee is applicable for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST).

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for the IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026?

The application process is through a walk-in interview. The walk-in interview is scheduled for 19 August 2026. Candidates should report at the venue on this date.

Q. What is the total number of vacancies available?

There are a total of 3 vacancies announced for the Jr. Research Fellow and Project Scientist positions at IIT Delhi.

Q. What is the educational qualification required for Jr. Research Fellow?

For the Jr. Research Fellow position, candidates need a Post Graduate Degree in basic science with NET qualification or a Graduate Degree in a professional course with NET qualification or a Post Graduate Degree with a professional course.

Q. What is the salary for the Project Scientist role?

The salary for the Project Scientist role ranges from Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 50,000 per month, plus HRA.

Q. Is there any application fee for this recruitment?

No, there is no application fee mentioned for any category (General/OBC, SC/ST) for this recruitment drive.