IIT Delhi Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) is recruiting for 1 Junior Research Fellow post on a contract basis. Candidates applying for this position must possess a 1st class Graduate in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics and Computing, Statistics or related areas with NET/GATE qualification OR a 1st class Post-graduate in Computer Science, Computer Engineering. The selected candidate will receive a consolidated pay of Rs. 37,000 p.m. Plus HRA @27%. To apply, candidates must download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD Website, fill out the form with complete educational and experience details, and send the application by email under advertisement number IITD/IRD/261/2026 on or before 15 October 2026.

IIT Delhi Junior Research Fellow at a Glance

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) is recruiting for 1 Junior Research Fellow post on a contract basis. Candidates applying for this position must possess a 1st class Graduate in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics and Computing, Statistics or related areas with NET/GATE qualification OR a 1st class Post-graduate in Computer Science, Computer Engineering. The selected candidate will receive a consolidated pay of Rs. 37,000 p.m. Plus HRA @27%. To apply, candidates must download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD Website, fill out the form with complete educational and experience details, and send the application by email under advertisement number IITD/IRD/261/2026 on or before 15 October 2026.

Who Can Apply

Candidates must meet the essential qualification requirements stipulated for the project position. An additional relaxation of 5% marks may be granted to SC/ST candidates as per prevailing IRD norms.

• Essential Qualification: 1st class Graduate in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Mathematics and Computing, Statistics or related areas with NET/GATE qualification OR 1st class Post-graduate in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Mathematics and Computing or related areas with NET/GATE.
• Desirable Qualification: Good knowledge of Algebra, Quantum Computing, and Cryptography.
• Additional Requirement: The requirement of NET/GATE examination for the selection to the post of JRF/SRF may be relaxed for candidates who have graduated from Centrally Funded Technical Institutes (CFTIs) with a CGPA of more than 8.000 (80% aggregate marks).

Pay and Tenure

The appointment is on a contractual basis with consolidated pay, renewable yearly or up to the duration of the project, whichever is earlier. The approved consolidated fellowship is Rs. 37,000 p.m. plus HRA at the rate of 27%. In case of selection of a retired/superannuated government employee, his/her salary will be fixed as per prevailing IRD norms.

How to Apply for IIT Delhi Junior Research Fellow

1. Download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD Website at http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec.
2. Fill out the application form with complete information regarding educational qualifications indicating percentage of marks/division, details of work experience, and other required information.
3. Send the duly filled application form by email with advertisement number on the subject line to Prof. Rajendra Kumar at email id: [email protected].
4. Ensure the complete application reaches the email ID by 15/10/2026 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. Their name will be displayed on the web link (http://ird.iitd.ac.in/shortlisted) along with the online interview details. Only short-listed candidates will be informed for online interview. In case any clarification is required on eligibility regarding the above post, the candidate may contact Prof. Rajendra Kumar at email id: [email protected].

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