Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Principal Project Scientist Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official IIT Delhi website. The last date to submit the application form is 26-12-2025. In this article, you’ll find the IIT Delhi Principal Project Scientist Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Offline application form.
IITD Principal Project Scientist Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Company Name | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) |
| Post Name | Principal Project Scientist |
| No of Posts | 1 |
| Salary | ₹75,600 – ₹1,01,610/- p.m. + HRA @27% |
| Qualification | Ph.D. (preferably in climate adaptation/vulnerability/water sector) |
| Age Limit | Not specified |
| Last Date for Apply | 26.12.2025 (05:00 PM) |
| Official Website | http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec |
IITD Principal Project Scientist Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Consolidated Pay-slab |
|---|---|---|
| Principal Project Scientist | 01 | ₹75,600-77,870-80,210-82,620-85,100-87,650-90,280-92,900-95,780-98,650-1,01,610/- p.m. with 27% HRA |
Eligibility Criteria
- Essential Qualification: Ph.D. (preferably in the areas of vulnerability, adaptation and/or climate change impacts in the water sector) with first class or equivalent at the preceding degree (preferably in disciplines like Environment and Natural Resource Management, Geography, Policy Studies, Development Studies or Economics)
- Essential Experience & Skills:
- Highly familiar with the literature on climate adaptation & vulnerability
- Proven experience with high-quality research/scholarly writing
- Ability to do basic statistical analysis
- Ability to engage in scholarly research and writing under supervision of PI
- Applicants are required to clearly indicate/attach proof of qualifications, relevant experience AND research/scholarly writing in the application
Salary/Stipend
- Consolidated Pay: ₹75,600 – ₹1,01,610/- per month + 27% HRA
- Contractual appointment renewable yearly or upto 30/06/2026, whichever is earlier
- Post may be downgraded if no suitable candidate found
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Last date for submitting completed application by email | 26 December 2025 by 5:00 p.m. |
Selection Process
- Shortlisting (higher criteria may be applied)
- Online Interview (only shortlisted candidates will be informed)
- Shortlisted candidates list will be displayed at http://ird.iitd.ac.in/shortlisted
How to Apply
- Download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec
- Fill the form completely with educational qualifications (percentage/division), work experience, and attach proof of research/scholarly writing
- Submit the duly filled & scanned form by email only to:
Prof. Upasna Sharma at [email protected] and
[email protected] - Subject line must contain Advertisement No.: IITD/IRD/306/2025
- No hard copy/postal application accepted
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IIT Delhi Principal Project Scientist (Climate Adaptation) Recruitment 2025 - FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply?
Ans: 26 December 2025 by 5:00 p.m.
2. How to apply for this post?
Ans: By email only with filled IRD/REC-4 form to [email protected] & [email protected]
3. What is the essential qualification?
Ans: Ph.D. (preferably in climate adaptation/vulnerability/water sector) with first class at preceding degree.
4. Is proof of research writing mandatory?
Ans: Yes, applicants must attach proof of high-quality research/scholarly writing.
5. How many vacancies are there?
Ans: 01 vacancy.
6. What is the salary range?
Ans: ₹75,600 – ₹1,01,610 per month + 27% HRA.
7. Will there be a walk-in interview?
Ans: No, only online interview for shortlisted candidates.
8. Where will shortlisted candidates be informed?
Ans: List will be displayed at http://ird.iitd.ac.in/shortlisted
9. What is the project duration?
Ans: Upto 30 June 2026.
10. Who is the Project Investigator?
Ans: Prof. Upasna Sharma, School of Public Policy.

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