Contractual / Regular

DTU Student Project Intern Recruitment 2026

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Sep. 28, 2026
Student / Project Intern
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
02 Posts
Pay Scale
₹15,000/- per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Max 25 Years
Job Location

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 28, 2026

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Starts

Sep 28, 2026

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Deadline

Oct 8, 2026

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Exam Date

TBA

Application Window28 Sep – 8 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

• Engineering Pathway: Completed or pursuing B.E. / B.Tech or M.E. / M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence, Electronics & Communications, Mathematics & Computing or closely related discipline with minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
• MCA Pathway: Completed or pursuing MCA with minimum 70% marks or equivalent CGPA.
• Preferred Skills: Basic knowledge of Python, Full Stack Web Development, AI/ML concepts and implementation, data handling, and documentation, with an interest in cybersecurity and applied AI research.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit is 25 years. Age relaxation, if any, is applicable as per Government of India / DTU / funding agency norms.

Check Your Age Eligibility

Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

Verified Official Source

Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Email Application Submission (Deadline: 08/10/2026)

OnlineQualifying Only

Profile Scrutiny & Candidate Shortlisting

OfflineQualifying Only

Interview of Shortlisted Candidates by Selection Committee

OnlineMerit Scored

Applications will be screened based on academic performance, CGPA, and relevant AI/programming skills. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an Interview conducted by the Selection Committee (interview date communicated solely via email).

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Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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

Evaluation ComponentMax Marks / Weightage
Academic Record, Qualifying Degree CGPA & Foundational Background35 Marks
Technical Competence in Python, AI/ML Frameworks & Web Development40 Marks
Personal Interview, Research Aptitude & Domain Understanding of Cybersecurity Auditing25 Marks

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Interns work under the direct supervision of Chief Investigator Dr. Pawan Singh Mehra and Co-Investigators in the Department of Computer Science & Engineering at Delhi Technological University (DTU). The environment is research-intensive and focused on delivering high-impact AI solutions for the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). Interns gain direct exposure to real-world cybersecurity audit datasets, machine learning model benchmarking, and full-stack integration in university computational labs.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Purely contractual project-based appointment for a period of 12 months or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier. Renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of MeitY funds. Mandatory 3 months initial assessment period. Stationed on-campus at DTU Main Campus, Shahbad Daulatpur, Bawana Road, Delhi.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

As a project-based student/project internship, there is no permanent university absorption or career cadre promotion. However, interns gain valuable published research credentials, project experience certificates, and mentorship from senior faculty, serving as a competitive launchpad for funded M.Tech/Ph.D. admissions or specialized industry AI/security engineering roles.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Short Email Application Window: Applications with detailed CV, recent photograph, and academic proofs in a single PDF file must be emailed to [email protected], [email protected], and CC to [email protected] by 08/10/2026.
  • Strict Email Subject Formatting: The subject line of the email must be strictly formatted as 'Application for the post of Student/Project Intern under MeitY sponsored project'.
  • Mandatory Single PDF Submission: Incomplete applications or documents sent in multiple parts/unorganized formats will be summarily rejected.
  • Interview Intimation: Only shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview date via email.
  • No TA/DA or Additional Allowances: The monthly emolument is a fixed consolidated ₹15,000/- without any HRA, medical, or travel allowance.

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

  • Student / Project Intern - Open02
Total Vacancies02 Posts

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Monthly consolidated stipend of ₹15,000/- per month (inclusive of all components).

Consolidated monthly emoluments of ₹15,000/- (inclusive of all components). No additional allowances such as HRA, TA, DA, medical benefits, or any other benefits are admissible. Project duration is 12 months or co-terminus with MeitY funding.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  1. Download and print the official application form appended to the notification circular (Advt. No: DTU/CSE/2026/641/05-A).
  2. Complete the application form with personal details, educational qualifications, project experience, and contact information.
  3. Attach a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), recent passport size photograph, and self-attested copies of educational certificates, mark sheets, experience certificates, and research publications (if any).
  4. Merge the entire application packet into a single PDF file.
  5. Email the compiled PDF to [email protected] and [email protected], and copy (CC) to [email protected] on or before 08/10/2026.
  6. Set the subject line of the email strictly as: Application for the post of Student/Project Intern under MeitY sponsored project.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

NIL (No application fee required).

Official Notification & Portal Verification

Direct links to the authorized government portal, official notification PDF, and career portal.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

Candidates must have completed or be currently pursuing B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in CSE, IT, Software Engineering, Cyber Security, AI, ECE, Mathematics & Computing (minimum 60% marks/CGPA) OR completed/pursuing MCA (minimum 70% marks/CGPA).

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