IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) Recruitment 2026 for 01 posts of Project Scientist. Candidates with M.Sc Can attend the walkin. The Walk-in interview on 19-02-2026. For detailed information please visit IIT Delhi official website, https://home.iitd.ac.in/.
IIT Delhi Project Scientist 2026 – Important Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) |
| Post Name | Project Scientist |
| Total Vacancies | 01 Post |
| Advt No | IITD/IRD/033/2026 |
| Salary/Pay Scale | Rs. 56,000/- per month plus HRA @ 30% |
| Educational Qualification | M.Sc. degree in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or Genetics with a first-class academic record. |
| Age Limit | Not Mentioned (5% relaxation of marks may be granted to SC/ST candidates) |
| Walkin Date | Walk-in on 19/03/2026 |
| Application Mode | Walk-in (with duly filled Form No. IRD/REC-4) |
| Official Website | home.iitd.ac.in |
IIT Delhi Project Scientist 2026 Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies for IIT Delhi Project Scientist Recruitment 2026 is 01 post under the Industrial Research & Development Unit.
- Post Name: Project Scientist
- No. of Posts: 01
- Project Title: Investigation on the role of small noncoding RNAs in antimicrobial resistance of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (RP400032G)
- Department/Centre: Department of Chemistry, IIT Delhi
- Project Investigator (PI): Prof. Tanmay Dutta (Email: [email protected])
- Duration of the Project: Upto 14/01/2029
Eligibility Criteria for IIT Delhi Project Scientist 2026
1. Educational Qualification
Candidates must have the following qualifications to be eligible for the Project Scientist position:
- M.Sc. degree in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or Genetics with a first-class academic record.
- Applicants must have qualified NET or GATE.
- Candidates with a minimum of two years of research experience in Tuberculosis (TB) will be preferred.
2. Experience
Candidates having at least two years of research experience in the area of Tuberculosis (TB) will be given preference for this project post.
3. Nationality
Applications are invited from Indian nationals only.
Age Limit for IIT Delhi Project Scientist 2026
The notification does not specify a particular age limit for the Project Scientist post. A relaxation of 5% marks may be granted to SC/ST candidates as per the advertisement.
Selection Process for IIT Delhi Project Scientist 2026
Candidates who fulfill the required qualifications and experience are required to appear for the walk-in interview as per the schedule mentioned in the notification.
- Walk-in Interview will be held on 19/03/2026 at 11:00 a.m.
- Venue: MS-710, Department of Chemistry, IIT Delhi, Hauz Khas, New Delhi – 110016.
- Candidates must bring duly filled Form No. IRD/REC-4 and all original certificates (academic and professional) for verification.
Salary/Stipend for IIT Delhi Project Scientist 2026
- Post: Project Scientist
- Consolidated Pay: Rs. 56,000/- per month plus HRA @ 30%.
- Appointment shall be on contractual basis with consolidated pay, renewable yearly or up to the duration of the project, whichever is earlier.
How To Apply for IIT Delhi Project Scientist Recruitment 2026?
Interested and eligible Indian nationals should appear directly for the walk-in interview as per the details given below:
- Download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD website: http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec.
- Fill the application form with complete information regarding educational qualifications, percentage of marks, and work experience.
- Affix a recent passport size photograph on the form.
- Bring the duly filled form along with original certificates (academic and professional) and supporting documents on the date of the interview.
- Candidates already employed at the Institute/IRD must bring their applications duly forwarded through proper channel.
Important Dates for IIT Delhi Project Scientist 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 04/02/2026 |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 19/03/2026 |
| Time of Walk-in Interview | 11:00 a.m. |
| Venue | MS-710, Department of Chemistry, IIT Delhi, Hauz Khas, New Delhi – 110016 |
Instructions for IIT Delhi Project Scientist 2026
- Applications from Indian nationals are invited for project appointment under the specified project.
- Appointment shall be on contractual basis with consolidated pay, renewable yearly or up to the duration of the project, whichever is earlier.
- Candidates must bring Form No. IRD/REC-4 duly filled, which can be downloaded from the IRD website.
- Candidates should bring complete information regarding educational qualifications, percentage of marks, work experience, and a recent passport size photograph.
- Original certificates (academic and professional) must be produced for verification at the time of interview.
- No candidate already employed at the Institute/IRD shall be interviewed unless his/her application has been duly forwarded by the concerned establishment/section.
- 5% relaxation of marks may be granted to SC/ST candidates.
- In case of selection of a retired/superannuated government employee, salary will be fixed as per prevailing IRD norms.
- For any clarification on eligibility, candidates may contact Prof. Tanmay Dutta at email ID: [email protected].
Application Fee for IIT Delhi Project Scientist 2026
The advertisement does not mention any application fee for the Project Scientist post.
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