• Principal Project Scientist (2 Posts): Ph.D. or M.Tech/MS(R)/MCA (1st Class) with 6 years experience in CSE/IT/ECE.
• Sr. Research Engineer (1 Post): M.Tech/MS(R)/MCA with 3 years experience or B.Tech (1st Class) with relevant experience.
• Sr. Project Scientist (2 Posts): B.Tech or M.Tech (1st Class) with 2 years experience in application development and systems.
• Research Associate (2 Posts): Ph.D. or M.Tech with 3 years experience in cybersecurity/AI.
• Sr. Project Assistant - Tech (2 Posts): B.Tech or Graduate (1st Class) with 5 years experience.
• Age & Relaxations: 5% marks relaxation for SC/ST candidates; retired government staff considered as per IRD norms.
Contractual / RegularAug. 31, 2026
IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 9 Principal Project Scientist, Research Engineer & Other Posts
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Aug. 31, 2026Principal Project ScientistSr. Project Assistant (Tech)Sr. Research EngineerSr. Project ScientistResearch Associate
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Vacancies
9 Posts
Pay Scale
₹47,790 – ₹1,01,610 p.m. + HRA @ 30% (Total ₹62,127 – ₹1,32,093 p.m.)
Age Limit
As per IIT Delhi IRD Norms (5% marks relaxation for SC/ST)
Job Location
Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Aug 28, 2026
2
Starts
Aug 28, 2026
3
Deadline
Sep 11, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
Application Window28 Aug – 11 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Age criteria as per IIT Delhi IRD rules. Relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates as per Government of India guidelines.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Application Screening via Email (Form No. IRD/REC-4)
OnlineQualifying Only
Online Technical Interview (Shortlisted candidates displayed on http://ird.iitd.ac.in/shortlisted)
OnlineMerit Scored
Document Verification at appointment
OfflineQualifying Only
Interested candidates must download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD website (http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec) and submit the completed form along with academic marks and experience proofs via email with the advertisement number in the subject line to Prof. Vireshwar Kumar at [email protected] by 11/09/2026 (5:00 PM). Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an Online Interview.
Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory
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Work Culture & Environment
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Research engineers and project scientists at IIT Delhi work in the Department of Computer Science & Engineering / School of Information Technology under Prof. Vireshwar Kumar on a high-impact MeitY-funded national cybersecurity R&D project. The team builds automated AI-driven cybersecurity compliance and audit toolkits for Indian government infrastructure and critical digital assets. The position offers world-class academic collaboration, elite computational resources, and close linkages with government cyber defense agencies.
Posting & Transfer Policy
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Contractual project appointment renewable yearly up to 21-12-2027 (approx 15 months) or project completion. Stationed at IIT Delhi, Hauz Khas, New Delhi – 110016.
Career & Promotion Ladder
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Project appointments are temporary; however, research credentials, toolchain patents, and publications generated at IIT Delhi provide direct opportunities for Ph.D. registration at IIT Delhi/BITS Pilani and open top-tier roles in cybersecurity R&D labs, CERT-In, and leading tech multinationals.
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- Email Submission Deadline: Send filled Form No. IRD/REC-4 with documents to [email protected] by 11th September 2026 (5:00 PM).
- Subject Line Requirement: Must mention Advertisement No. IITD/IRD/230/2026 and Post applied for in the email subject.
- Prescribed Form Required: Applications must be in Form No. IRD/REC-4 downloaded from http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec.
- Online Interview: The interview will be conducted online; candidates need not visit the campus for screening.
- No Application Fee: Applying for these project positions is free.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
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Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Principal Project Scientist2
- Sr. Project Assistant (Tech)2
- Sr. Project Scientist2
- Research Associate2
- Sr. Research Engineer1
Total Vacancies9 Posts
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Post-wise pay slabs plus 30% HRA:
• Principal Project Scientist: ₹75,600 – ₹1,01,610 p.m. + 30% HRA (₹98,280 – ₹1,32,093)
• Sr. Research Engineer: ₹60,750 – ₹79,260 p.m. + 30% HRA (₹78,975 – ₹1,03,038)
• Research Associate: ₹58,000/- p.m. + 30% HRA (₹75,400)
• Sr. Project Scientist: ₹57,000 – ₹74,360 p.m. + 30% HRA (₹74,100 – ₹96,668)
• Sr. Project Assistant (Tech): ₹47,790 – ₹62,350 p.m. + 30% HRA (₹62,127 – ₹81,055).
Project tenure is up to 21-12-2027.
Monthly consolidated fellowship/pay slab as per IIT Delhi IRD norms plus 30% HRA: Principal Project Scientist (₹75,600-1,01,610 + 30% HRA), Sr. Research Engineer (₹60,750-79,260 + 30% HRA), Research Associate (₹58,000 + 30% HRA), Sr. Project Scientist (₹57,000-74,360 + 30% HRA), Sr. Project Assistant (Tech) (₹47,790-62,350 + 30% HRA).
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Application Procedure
Interested candidates must download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the official IRD Website:
- Download Link: http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec
The duly filled form, along with complete information regarding educational qualifications (including percentage of marks/division) and work experience details, should be submitted via email.
Important: The email subject line must include the advertisement number.
- Email to: [email protected]
The deadline for submitting applications by email is September 11, 2026, by 5:00 p.m.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
Nil (No application fee required; submission via email).
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Deadline
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Application Screening via Email (Form No. IRD/REC-4)
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Online Technical Interview (Shortlisted candidates displayed on http://ird.iitd.ac.in/shortlisted)
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Document Verification at appointment
OfflineQualifying Only
Interested candidates must download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD website (http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec) and submit the completed form along with academic marks and experience proofs via email with the advertisement number in the subject line to Prof. Vireshwar Kumar at [email protected] by 11/09/2026 (5:00 PM). Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an Online Interview.
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