Overview
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi has released a recruitment notification for the post of Project Research Scientist - I. Eligible candidates can apply through email / post (form no. ird/rec-4) before 29 July 2026 (5:00 PM).
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
- Qualification
- Criteria: Details Essential Qualification: First Class Post Graduate Degree (including integrated PG degrees) OR Second Class Post Graduate Degree with PhD OR For Engineering/IT/CS - First Class Graduate Degree of Four Years. Age Limit: As per IIT Delhi / Government of India norms (5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates) Experience: Relevant experience in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or related fields is highly desirable.
- Advertisement No
- IITD/IRD/174/2026
- Last date to apply
- 29 July 2026 (5:00 PM)
Important Dates
| Duration of Project | Upto 31 January 2026 |
| Last Date | 29 July 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Date of Advertisement | 14 July 2026 |
| Starting Date of Application | 14 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Application | 29 July 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Declaration of Shortlisted Candidates | To be notified on IRD website |
| Date of Online Interview | To be informed to shortlisted candidates |
Important Links
Eligibility
Criteria: Details Essential Qualification: First Class Post Graduate Degree (including integrated PG degrees) OR Second Class Post Graduate Degree with PhD OR For Engineering/IT/CS - First Class Graduate Degree of Four Years. Age Limit: As per IIT Delhi / Government of India norms (5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates) Experience: Relevant experience in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or related fields is highly desirable.
Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted based on qualifications and experience. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview. Final selection is based on performance in the interview. Names of shortlisted candidates will be displayed on the IRD website: http://ird.iitd.ac.in/shortlisted
How to Apply
• Download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec • Fill the form with complete educational and experience details. • Send the duly filled form by email to [email protected] with Advertisement No. in the subject line. • Or send by post to: Prof. Sunil Jha, Department of Mechanical Engineering, IIT Delhi, Hauz Khas, New Delhi – 110016. Last Date: 29 July 2026 by 5:00 PM
Important Instructions
• Appointment is purely contractual and renewable yearly or till project duration. • No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. • IIT Delhi reserves the right to fix higher shortlisting criteria. • 5% marks relaxation for SC/ST candidates. • Retired government employees may apply as per IRD norms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IIT Delhi Project Research Scientist I Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online?
Duration of Project: Upto 31 January 2026; Last Date: 29 July 2026 (5:00 PM); Date of Advertisement: 14 July 2026; Starting Date of Application: 14 July 2026; Last Date for Submission of Application: 29 July 2026 (5:00 PM); Declaration of Shortlisted Candidates: To be notified on IRD website; Date of Online Interview: To be informed to shortlisted candidates
What is the age limit?
As per IIT Delhi / Government of India norms (5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates)
What is the selection process?
Candidates will be shortlisted based on qualifications and experience. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview. Final selection is based on performance in the interview. Names of shortlisted candidates will be displayed on the IRD website: http://ird.iitd.ac.in/shortlisted