Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
Contractual / Regular

IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Project Associate Post (Cobotics & Image Processing)

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Aug. 26, 2026
Project Associate

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M.Tech107
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Vacancies
1
Pay Scale
₹54.6K / mo
Age Limit
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Job Location
Delhi102New Delhi98

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Aug 25, 2026

2

Starts

Aug 25, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 9, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window25 Aug – 9 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

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Educational Qualification

• Essential Qualification: Master's Degree (M.Tech / M.E. / M.Sc. / M.S.) in Computer Science or equivalent discipline with first-class academic record (5% marks relaxation for SC/ST candidates).
• Desirable Competencies: Practical expertise in Machine Intelligence, Deep Learning, Medical Image Processing (CT/DICOM analysis), and algorithm implementation using Python.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit is 35 years as on the last date of application (09.09.2026). Standard age relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD candidates admissible as per Government of India / IRD rules.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Screening of Email Applications & Portfolio Evaluation of Python, Machine Intelligence & Medical Image Processing Experience

OnlineQualifying Only

Online Interview before Selection Committee

OnlineMerit Scored

Candidates must submit Form No. IRD/REC-4 by email to [email protected] by September 09, 2026 (5:00 PM). Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an Online Interview. Shortlisted names will be displayed on the IRD website (http://ird.iitd.ac.in/shortlisted).

Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix

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Multi-parameter scoring system used by the evaluation board for candidate screening.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria
Academic Credentials & Relevance of Master's Degree in Computer Science / AI
Hands-on Technical Proficiency in Medical Image Processing, Machine Intelligence & Python Development
Research Aptitude in Orthopedic Biomechanics, Cobotics Interfacing & Online Interview Interaction

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

IIT Delhi is India's premier engineering research institution. The Project Associate works in the Department of Mechanical Engineering under Prof. Sunil Jha on a translational healthcare robotics project funded by I-Hub Foundation for Cobotics (IHFC) titled 'Automated Bending of Orthopaedic Plates' (Project Code: RP04164G). Daily duties involve developing algorithms to extract patient-specific bone curvature from medical CT scans, programming autonomous cobots to bend orthopedic fixation plates with high precision, running simulations in Python, and conducting physical testing in the mechatronics lab. High-impact interdisciplinary environment bridging AI, medical computer vision, and advanced manufacturing.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Contractual project appointment, renewable yearly or up to the duration of the project (valid up to 31/03/2027). Stationed at IIT Delhi Hauz Khas campus. Purely project-based position conferring no right or claim for permanent absorption or regular appointment in IIT Delhi.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Consolidated remuneration of ₹54,600/- per month. Working on high-precision cobotics under Prof. Sunil Jha provides unmatched R&D experience, high-impact patent/publication credentials, and top-tier standing for competitive Ph.D. programs globally or senior engineering roles in medical device technology companies.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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  • Email Submission Deadline: Form No. IRD/REC-4 and supporting documents must be emailed to [email protected] on or before September 09, 2026, by 5:00 PM.
  • Subject Line Requirement: The advertisement number (IITD/IRD/229/2026) and post title must be explicitly mentioned in the email subject line.
  • Mandatory Form Format: Applications must be submitted strictly on Form No. IRD/REC-4 downloadable from the IRD website (http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec).
  • Shortlisting Discretion: The Institute reserves the right to fix higher criteria for shortlisting based on advertised qualifications and experience.
  • Online Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will receive an online interview invitation via email.

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
Total Vacancies1

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Consolidated pay of ₹54,600/- per month under IRD project norms.

Consolidated remuneration of ₹54,600/- per month. Contractual appointment renewable yearly or up to project duration (31/03/2027), whichever is earlier.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

Candidates interested in applying for the Project Associate position at IIT Delhi must follow these steps:
  • Download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD Website: http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec.
  • Complete the form with comprehensive information, including educational qualifications (mentioning percentage of marks/division) and details of work experience.
  • Submit the duly filled application form via email to Prof. Sunil Jha at [email protected].
  • The subject line of the email must include the advertisement number.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is payable (Nil for all candidates).

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Candidates must download Form No. IRD/REC-4 and email the completed application to [email protected] on or before September 09, 2026, by 5:00 PM.

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