Overview
IIT Delhi has announced a recruitment for one Principal Project Scientist position for 2026, offering a monthly salary ranging from Rs. 75,600 to Rs. 1,01,610. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or M.Tech. with specified qualifications and experience, and meet publication and experimental requirements. Applications are to be submitted via email by 23 March 2026, following the notification's instructions. The selection process involves shortlisting and online interviews.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
- Qualification
- Ph.D. with 1st class or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or Electronics and Communication or Optical Communication or Optoelectronics or Computer Science or Information Technology or Engineering Physics or related discipline. OR M.Tech. with >70% (or 7.0 CGPA on the scale of 10) in relevant discipline with 6 years experience. Publications in at least 2 SCI journals required. Experimental experience with optical communications required.
- Vacancies
- 1
- Posted
- 13 March 2026
- Last date to apply
- 23 March 2026
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 13 March 2026 |
| Last Date for Application | 23 March 2026 |
| Project Duration | Upto 29 August 2027 |
Important Links
- notificationOpen Link
Vacancy Details
Principal Project Scientist: 1
Selection Process
Short-listing of eligible candidates, Online Interview
How to Apply
Read the official notification carefully before applying., Prepare your application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience., Attach self‑attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport‑size photographs., Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email., Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification., Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 23‑03‑2026., Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IIT Delhi Principal Project Scientist Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online?
Notification Date: 13 March 2026; Last Date for Application: 23 March 2026; Project Duration: Upto 29 August 2027
What is the application fee?
General/OBC: Nil; SC/ST: Nil
What is the age limit?
No specific age limit is mentioned for the Principal Project Scientist post. 5% relaxation of marks for SC/ST candidates.
What is the selection process?
Short-listing of eligible candidates, Online Interview