Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), New Delhi, has invited applications for 3 posts in 3 roles under Advt No. IITD/IRD/309/2026. The posts include Research Associate, Project Assistant (Admin.), Jr. Research Fellow. Selection is through a walk-in interview on 18 November 2026.
The posts are for New Delhi. Qualification required: Research Associate: PhD in Biotechnology with experience in molecular biology, protein purification, recombinant protein production. Project Assistant (Admin): Graduate in any discipline with 5 years experience in a molecular biology or microbiology lab. JRF: 1st class M.Tech in Life Sciences/Biochemistry/Biochemical Engineering/Biotechnology with GATE/NET. The pay is Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 58,000 per month, depending on the post. Selection is by walk-in test / interview. Post-wise eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
IIT Delhi Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue
| Walk-in Date | 18 November 2026 |
| Venue | Committee Room of DBEB, IIT Delhi, Hauz Khas, New Delhi |
Key Points
- Walk-in date: 18 November 2026
- Vacancies: 3, in 3 roles
- How to apply: Attend the walk-in interview
- Pay: Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 58,000 per month, depending on the post
- Fee: No application fee is mentioned in the notification
- Place: New Delhi
IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), New Delhi |
| Post Name | Research Associate, Project Assistant (Admin.), Jr. Research Fellow |
| No of Posts | 3 |
| Advt No | IITD/IRD/309/2026 |
| Job Type | Project-based |
| Pay | Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 58,000 per month, depending on the post |
| Place of Posting | New Delhi |
| Qualification | Research Associate: PhD in Biotechnology with experience in molecular biology, protein purification, recombinant protein production. Project Assistant (Admin): Graduate in any discipline with 5 years experience in a molecular biology or microbiology lab. JRF: 1st class M.Tech in Life Sciences/Biochemistry/Biochemical Engineering/Biotechnology with GATE/NET. |
| Apply Mode | Walk-in |
| Walk-in Date | 18 November 2026 |
| Venue | Committee Room of DBEB, IIT Delhi, Hauz Khas, New Delhi |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
IIT Delhi Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. IITD/IRD/309/2026 gives the full conditions for each post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
Download IIT Delhi notification PDF
Vacancy Details and Pay
| Post | Posts | Pay | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Associate | 1 | Rs.58,000 p.m. plus HRA @30% | Not specified |
| Project Assistant (Admin.) | 1 | Rs.20,000 p.m. plus HRA @30% | 5 years experience in a molecular biology or microbiology lab |
| Jr. Research Fellow | 1 | Rs.37,000 p.m. plus HRA @30% | Not specified |
| Total | 3 |
Who Can Apply for IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Research Associate | PhD in Biotechnology with experience in molecular biology, protein purification, recombinant protein production | Not specified |
| Project Assistant (Admin.) | Graduate in any discipline with 5 years experience in a molecular biology or microbiology lab | 5 years experience in a molecular biology or microbiology lab |
| Jr. Research Fellow | 1st class M.Tech in Life Sciences/Biochemistry/Biochemical Engineering/Biotechnology with GATE/NET qualification | Not specified |
Other conditions:
- Candidates must be of Indian nationality.
Who Cannot Apply for IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026
- Candidates already employed at the Institute / IRD cannot be interviewed unless their application is forwarded by their establishment/section.
Post-wise Details
Research Associate (1 post)
Qualification required: PhD in Biotechnology with experience in molecular biology, protein purification, recombinant protein production. Pay: Rs.58,000 p.m. plus HRA @30%.
Project Assistant (Admin.) (1 post)
Qualification required: Graduate in any discipline with 5 years experience in a molecular biology or microbiology lab. Experience required: 5 years experience in a molecular biology or microbiology lab. Pay: Rs.20,000 p.m. plus HRA @30%.
Jr. Research Fellow (1 post)
Qualification required: 1st class M.Tech in Life Sciences/Biochemistry/Biochemical Engineering/Biotechnology with GATE/NET qualification. Pay: Rs.37,000 p.m. plus HRA @30%.
Pay and Terms of Engagement
- Appointment is contractual on consolidated pay, renewable yearly or up to the project duration, whichever is earlier.
- Project duration is up to 13-05-2028.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 27 October 2026 |
| Walk-in Test / Interview | 18 November 2026 |
How Will IIT Delhi Select Candidates?
- Walk-in test / interview
- 5% relaxation of marks may be granted to SC/ST candidates.
- Salary of a retired/superannuated government employee will be fixed as per prevailing IRD norms.
- NET/GATE requirement for JRF may be relaxed for graduates of CFTIs with CGPA above 8.000 (80% aggregate marks).
Documents to Enclose
- Formal application on Form No. IRD/REC-4
- Recent passport size photograph
- Original academic and professional certificates for verification
- Details of work experience
How to Apply for IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026
- Download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD website (http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec).
- Fill the form with complete details of educational qualifications, percentage of marks of each examination passed and work experience.
- Bring the form with a recent passport size photograph and original academic and professional certificates for verification on the interview date.
- Appear at the walk-in venue on 18-11-2026 at the time given for your post.
Other Points to Note
- Project: Sustainable valorization of low cost substrates into high value porous carbon for carbon capture (RM00197G_SN), funded by Department of Biotechnology.
- Eligibility queries can be sent to [email protected].
IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download IIT Delhi notification PDF |
| Walk-in Details | Walk-in details for IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit IIT Delhi official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, Advertisement No. IITD/IRD/309/2026, dated 27 October 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.
