Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) Industrial Research & Development Unit is recruiting for 1 vacancy for the Junior Research Fellow post on a project-based, contractual basis with consolidated pay, renewable yearly or up to the duration of the project. Candidates applying for the Junior Research Fellow post must possess an M.Sc. degree with first class in Physics/Optics/Electronics and NET/GATE qualification. The notified pay for the post is Rs. 37,000 p.m. plus HRA @ 27%. Eligible applicants can apply by email after downloading Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD Website, ensuring the advertisement number IITD/IRD/277/2026 is included on the subject line, with the last date to apply being 23 October 2026. The selection process consists of short-listing followed by an online interview.
IIT Delhi Junior Research Fellow at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) |
| Advertisement No. | IITD/IRD/277/2026 |
| Department | Optics and Photonics Centre |
| Project | Towards trusted-node-free hybrid quantum secure communication networks (Sub-project under RP04940) (M103131G_SN) |
| Funding Agency | Department of Science and Technology (NQM) |
| Tenure | Upto 29/01/2031 |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (01) |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Pay | Rs. 37,000/- p.m. plus HRA @ 27% |
| Job Location | New Delhi - 110016 |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date | 23/10/2026 by 5.00 p.m. |
Vacancy Details
There is a total of 1 vacancy for the Junior Research Fellow post under the Optics and Photonics Centre.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Consolidated Fellowship / Pay-slab |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (01) | 01 | Rs. 37,000/- p.m. plus HRA @ 27% |
Who Can Apply
Candidates applying for the Junior Research Fellow post must hold an M.Sc. degree with first class in Physics/Optics/Electronics and NET/GATE qualification. Experience in quantum optics/quantum key distribution is desirable. The requirement of NET/GATE examination for the selection to the post of JRF may be relaxed for the candidates who have graduated from Centrally Funded Technical Institutes (CFTIs) with CGPA of more than 8.000 (80% aggregate marks).
Pay and Tenure
The position offers a consolidated fellowship of Rs. 37,000/- per month plus HRA @ 27%. The appointment is contractual, renewable yearly or up to the duration of the project, which is up to 29/01/2031.
How to Apply for IIT Delhi Junior Research Fellow
- Download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD Website (http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec).
- Fill out the form completely with information regarding educational qualifications indicating percentage of marks/division, details of work experience, etc.
- Send the completed application form by email to Prof. Parvendra Kumar at email id: [email protected].
- Ensure the advertisement number IITD/IRD/277/2026 is mentioned on the subject line of the email.
- Submit the application by email on or before 23/10/2026 by 5.00 p.m.
Selection and Interview
IIT Delhi reserves the right to fix higher criteria for short-listing of eligible candidates from those satisfying advertised qualification and requirement of the project post. Short-listed candidates will be displayed on web link (http://ird.iitd.ac.in/shortlisted) along with online interview details. Only short-listed candidates will be informed for online interview.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 08/10/2026 |
| Last Date for Submitting Completed Applications | 23/10/2026 by 5.00 p.m. |
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Advertisement No. IITD/IRD/277/2026 |
| Official Website | IIT Delhi IRD Website |
