Cadre-wise essential qualifications and EM simulation expertise:
• Project Associate (02 Posts): B.E. / B.Tech. or M.E. / M.Tech. degree in Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) / Electronics Engineering / Telecommunication Engineering OR M.Sc. in Electronics / Physics.
• Research Associate (01 Post): Ph.D. in Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) or Physics with a core research specialization in Antennas, RF, or Microwave Engineering (candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis are also eligible).
• Desirable Skills (both posts): GATE / NET qualification, strong foundational knowledge of Electromagnetics, Antenna Theory, and RF Circuits, and hands-on simulation expertise in electromagnetic modeling tools such as ANSYS HFSS or CST Microwave Studio.
• Project Mandate: Design, development, full-wave electromagnetic simulation, and experimental prototyping of conformal shaped, multiband shared-aperture antennas sponsored by Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory (DEAL), DRDO.
NIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for 03 Project & Research Associate Posts (DRDO DEAL Project)
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
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Published
Aug 25, 2026
Starts
Aug 25, 2026
Deadline
Sep 11, 2026
Exam Date
Sep 11, 2026
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Age Limit & Relaxations
Age calculated as on the date of walk-in interview (11.09.2026):
• Project Associate: Maximum 30 years.
• Research Associate: Maximum 35 years.
Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwBD candidates admissible as per Government of India norms.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Physical Registration & Original Document Verification (11.09.2026 at 1:00 PM)
Direct Walk-in Personal Interview before Expert Selection Committee
Selection Process:
1. Walk-in Interview: Candidates possessing the requisite qualifications must appear in person for the Walk-in Interview on 11 September 2026 at 1:00 PM at Room No. 308, 3rd Floor, Admin Block, NIT Delhi, Plot No. FA7, Zone P1, GT Karnal Road, Delhi-110036.
2. Documents Required: Bring the duly filled application format (attached in the advertisement) along with all original degree certificates, mark sheets, GATE/NET scorecard, experience certificates, one set of self-attested photocopies, and a recent passport size photograph.
3. Immediate Joining: Selected candidates must join immediately. Work involves research at NIT Delhi and experimental testing at DEAL (DRDO), Dehradun as required. No TA/DA is admissible.
Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix
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| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Scrutiny of B.Tech/M.Tech (ECE/Telecommunication) or Ph.D. in Antennas/RF/Microwaves with GATE/NET validity | ||
| Demonstrated hands-on expertise in 3D full-wave modeling using ANSYS HFSS or CST Microwave Studio | ||
| Evaluation of antenna theory fundamentals, conformal array geometry, multiband shared aperture feed networks, and anechoic chamber testing |
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- Direct Walk-in Interview Date (11 September 2026, 1:00 PM): Candidates must report in person at Room No. 308, 3rd Floor, Admin Block, NIT Delhi on 11 September 2026 at 1:00 PM. No prior postal application is required, but applicants should bring the filled application format from the advertisement.
- Mandatory Original Documents: Applicants must bring the filled application form, all original degrees, mark sheets, GATE/NET score cards, Ph.D. submission proof (for RA), experience certificates, and a set of self-attested photocopies with a passport-size photograph.
- Dual Location Mobility: Selected candidates must be willing to travel and work at DEAL (DRDO), Dehradun as required for experimental measurements.
- EM Tool Competence: Strong hands-on proficiency with ANSYS HFSS or CST Microwave Studio and solid fundamentals in electromagnetic theory are decisive evaluation factors.
- No TA/DA: No traveling or daily allowance will be paid for attending the interview.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
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Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Project Associate02 (Consolidated ₹40,000/- p.m.)
- Research Associate01 (Consolidated ₹80,000/- p.m.)
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Consolidated Monthly Fellowship (DRDO CARS Grant):
• Project Associate: Consolidated ₹40,000/- per month.
• Research Associate: Consolidated ₹80,000/- per month.
Contract duration is 2 years (purely temporary and co-terminus with the project).
DRDO DEAL Contract for Acquisition of Research Services (CARS) fellowship scale
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Application Procedure
Candidates possessing the requisite qualification and experience should appear for a walk-in interview as per the schedule below:
- Date: 11 September, 2026
- Reporting Time: 1:00 PM
- Venue: Room no 308, 3rd floor, Admin Block, NIT Delhi
Applicants must bring a duly filled application form (attached in the PDF), all original certificates/mark sheets along with a set of attested photocopies of each, and a recent passport size photograph. No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing in the interview.
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Nil. No application fee is required.
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Physical Registration & Original Document Verification (11.09.2026 at 1:00 PM)
Direct Walk-in Personal Interview before Expert Selection Committee
Selection Process:
1. Walk-in Interview: Candidates possessing the requisite qualifications must appear in person for the Walk-in Interview on 11 September 2026 at 1:00 PM at Room No. 308, 3rd Floor, Admin Block, NIT Delhi, Plot No. FA7, Zone P1, GT Karnal Road, Delhi-110036.
2. Documents Required: Bring the duly filled application format (attached in the advertisement) along with all original degree certificates, mark sheets, GATE/NET scorecard, experience certificates, one set of self-attested photocopies, and a recent passport size photograph.
3. Immediate Joining: Selected candidates must join immediately. Work involves research at NIT Delhi and experimental testing at DEAL (DRDO), Dehradun as required. No TA/DA is admissible.
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A total of 3 posts are advertised: Project Associate (02 Posts) and Research Associate (01 Post) under the DEAL-DRDO sponsored antenna research project.
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