The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi is inviting applications for the positions of Research Associate, JRF/SRF, and Jr. Project Assistant (Tech.) with a total of 3 vacancies. The last date to apply is 02/11/2026.
IIT Delhi (Industrial Research Research Associate; JRF 2026: 3 Posts: Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (Industrial Research & Development Unit) |
| Post Name | Research Associate; JRF/SRF; Jr. Project Assistant (Tech.) |
| Advt No | IITD/IRD/296/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 3 |
| Application Mode | |
| Job Location | IIT Delhi, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, with regular visits to NCR-based Thermal Power Plants |
| Official Website | //ird.iitd.ac.in/rec |
Important Dates
The following are important dates related to the application process.
| Date of advertisement | 23/10/2026 |
| Last date for submitting applications by email | 02/11/2026 by 5.00 p.m. |
Application Fee
No application fee has been specified in the notification.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/OBC/EWS | Not specified |
| SC/ST/PWD | Not specified |
Age Limit
The notification does not specify any age limit for applicants.
| Age Limit | Not specified |
Vacancy Details
The following table outlines the vacancies for each post.
| Post | Vacancies | Consolidated Fellowship / Pay-slab |
| Research Associate | 1 | ₹58,000 pm (Consolidated) |
| JRF/SRF | 1 | ₹37,000/ ₹42,000 pm (+HRA @30%) |
| Jr. Project Assistant (Tech.) | 1 | ₹30,000 pm (Consolidated) |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Only Indian nationals can apply for the positions. The minimum educational qualifications and requirements vary by post, with a focus on candidates having at least 75% marks in relevant fields. The qualifications are as follows:
| Post | Essential Qualification | Desirable Qualification |
| Research Associate | Doctorate (Thermal/Mechanical/Energy/Chemical) with min 75% marks at UG/PG level | PhD work experience in Chemical Kinetics, Combustion Simulation |
| JRF/SRF | M. Tech (Thermal/Mechanical/Energy/Chemical) with min 75% marks at B. Tech and M. Tech level, with NET/GATE | Experience in Chemical Kinetics, Combustion Simulation |
| Jr. Project Assistant (Tech.) | B. Tech/Diploma (Thermal/Mechanical/Energy/Chemical) or MSc (Chemistry/Chemical/Physics) with min 75% marks | Experience in project and R&D related work |
Salary and Pay Scale
The pay scale for the various posts is detailed below.
| Post | Pay Scale |
| Research Associate | ₹58,000 pm (Consolidated) |
| JRF/SRF | ₹37,000/ ₹42,000 pm (+HRA @30%) |
| Jr. Project Assistant (Tech.) | ₹30,000 pm (Consolidated) |
Selection Process
The selection process will involve shortlisting candidates based on their qualifications and the needs of the project. The shortlisted candidates will be informed about the online interview.
- Application submission via email.
- Shortlisting based on qualifications.
- Online interview for shortlisted candidates.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should follow these steps to apply for the positions.
- Download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD website of IIT Delhi.
- Fill in the form with educational qualifications and work experience.
- Write the Advertisement No. (IITD/IRD/296/2026) in the email subject line.
- Email the filled form to Prof. S.K. Tyagi at [email protected].
- Ensure the application is submitted by 02/11/2026, 5.00 p.m.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
The notification does not specify if one candidate can apply for multiple posts.
What date is the experience counted from?
Experience is counted as on the date of application submission.
Is there any age relaxation for candidates?
The notification does not mention any age relaxation.
What documents are needed during verification?
The notification does not specify the documents needed at verification.
Documents Required
- Filled application form (Form No. IRD/REC-4)
- Educational qualification certificates
- Work experience certificates
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting the application after the deadline.
- Not mentioning the Advertisement No. in the email subject line.
- Incomplete application form.
- Using an incorrect email address for submission.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्थान: भारतीय प्रौद्योगिकी संस्थान दिल्ली
- पद: रिसर्च एसोसिएट; JRF/SRF; जूनियर प्रोजेक्ट असिस्टेंट (टेक.)
- कुल पद: 3
- योग्यता: डिप्लोमा, B.Tech/B.E, M.Phil/Ph.D, M.E/M.Tech, M.Sc
- आयु सीमा: निर्दिष्ट नहीं
- अंतिम तिथि: 02/11/2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ईमेल द्वारा
