Delhi Technological University
Contractual / Regular

DTU Project Assistant-I Walk-in 2026

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Sep. 30, 2026
Project Assistant–I

Required Qualification

Graduate267
B.Sc74
Diploma in Engineering27
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Vacancies
01
Pay Scale
₹27,000/- per month + HRA
Age Limit
As per ANRF & DTU Norms
Job Location
Delhi74Delhi10

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 29, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 29, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 13, 2026

4

Exam Date

Oct 13, 2026

Application Window29 Sep – 13 Oct 2026
Exam / Test Date13 Oct 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

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Educational Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in science (B.Sc.) with relevant subjects, OR a 3-year Diploma in Engineering and Technology from a recognized institution. Desirable: Prior hands-on experience in microbiology and molecular biology laboratory techniques, as well as bioinformatics and computational analysis.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Age limit is not explicitly stipulated in the advertisement and will be governed by prevailing ANRF funding agency and Delhi Technological University guidelines.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

On-Spot Registration & Credential Verification

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Walk-in Interview & Technical Evaluation

OfflineMerit Scored

Selection is conducted through an in-person Walk-in Interview on October 13, 2026. Candidates are screened based on their academic credentials, research background, laboratory expertise in microbiology/molecular biology, and performance before the Departmental Selection Committee.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Area / ComponentAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Academic Record & Relevance of DegreePerformance in qualifying B.Sc. or Diploma in Engineering & Technology with coursework in microbiology, biochemistry, or biotechnology.
Laboratory & Technical ExpertiseHands-on proficiency in microbiology techniques, microbial culturing, aseptic processing, molecular biology assays (DNA extraction, PCR), or bioinformatics tools.
Interview Performance & Research AptitudeUnderstanding of agricultural waste valorization, plant growth enhancement, halophiles, and articulation during the interaction with the selection committee.

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

The role is situated in the Department of Biotechnology at Delhi Technological University (DTU) under the supervision of Dr. Mamta Rani (PI). The day-to-day duties involve microbial isolation of halophilic and halotolerant strains, enzymatic assay optimizations, agricultural waste fermentation, plant growth trials, metagenomic/bioinformatic data processing, and drafting technical progress reports for ANRF.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The position is purely temporary, initially sanctioned for 12 months, and extendable on an annual performance basis up to 36 months (till 01 September 2029) or co-terminus with the ANRF-funded project.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

As a project-funded grant-in-aid post, there is no permanent absorption, seniority cadre, or promotion hierarchy at DTU. However, candidates gain rigorous institutional research experience and may explore Ph.D. registration opportunities at DTU subject to departmental norms and fellowship qualifications.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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  • Strict registration deadline: Registration is conducted exclusively between 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on October 13, 2026; candidates reporting after 11:00 a.m. will be strictly turned away.
  • Purely temporary post: Appointment is co-terminus with the project and confers no claim or right for regular employment or absorption at Delhi Technological University.
  • Original document verification is mandatory: Candidates must bring original certificates and degrees for verification at the time of registration.
  • No TA/DA will be paid for attending the walk-in interview; outstation candidates must bear their own travel and accommodation expenses.
  • Employed candidates must present an official No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their current employer during registration.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • UR1
  • OBC0
  • EWS0
  • SC0
  • ST0
Total Vacancies01

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Consolidated monthly fellowship of ₹27,000/- plus applicable House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per sanctioned ANRF project terms.

₹27,000/- plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) per month as per Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) guidelines.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Download the official application format (Annexure-I) from the DTU recruitment portal at dtu.ac.in.
  2. Fill out the prescribed application form with personal details, category, educational qualifications (10th, 12th, Bachelor's, Master's), national examination scores (GATE/NET/CSIR/DBT, if any), research/industrial experience, and list of publications.
  3. Prepare self-attested photocopies of valid photo identity proof, proof of date of birth, educational degree and marksheet certificates, publication first pages, and No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (if applicable).
  4. Carry original documents, updated CV/biodata, and two recent passport-size photographs for verification.
  5. Report in person for registration between 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Committee Room, Department of Biotechnology, Third Floor, Mechanical Block, Delhi Technological University, Shahbad Daulatpur, Bawana Road, Delhi-110042. Candidates reporting after 11:00 a.m. will not be permitted to participate.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is required to attend the walk-in interview.

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Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in science (B.Sc.) with relevant subjects, OR a 3-year Diploma in Engineering and Technology from a recognized institution. Hands-on experience in microbiology/molecular biology techniques or bioinformatics is desirable.

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