IIT Delhi Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The Industrial Research & Development Unit at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) has notified 1 vacancy for the Jr. Research Fellow post on a project-based, contractual basis. The engagement carries a consolidated pay of Rs. 37,000 p.m. plus HRA @27%, renewable yearly or upto the duration of the project. Candidates applying for the post must possess B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc.+M.Sc. with 75% or 7.5 CGPA or above and GATE qualified in EE, CS, Maths or Physics without M.Tech, or M.Tech with CGPA 7.5 or above. Eligible applicants can download Form No. IRD/REC-4 and submit the duly filled form by email, mentioning advertisement No. IITD/IRD/279/2026 in the subject line, on or before 26 October 2026. The selection process involves shortlisting followed by an online interview.

IIT Delhi Jr. Research Fellow at a Glance

Who Can Apply

Candidates applying for the Jr. Research Fellow post must meet the following qualification requirements:

• Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc.+M.Sc. with 75% or 7.5 CGPA or above and GATE qualified in EE, CS, Maths or Physics without M.Tech; or M.Tech with CGPA 7.5 or above.
• Desirable Qualification: Expertise in one of quantum information theory, quantum error correction or classical information theory is strongly desired.
• Relaxation: 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). 50% relaxation of marks may be granted to SC/ST candidates.

Pay and Tenure

The position is on a contractual basis with a consolidated pay of Rs. 37,000/- per month plus HRA @27%. The appointment is renewable yearly or up to the duration of the project, whichever is earlier. 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 Jr. Research Fellow

1. Download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD Website (http://ird.iitd.ac.in).
2. Fill out the form completely with educational qualifications indicating percentage of marks/division details, and work experience.
3. Send the completed application form along with required documents by email to Prof. Aditya Nema at email id: [email protected].
4. Ensure the email subject line mentions advertisement No. IITD/IRD/279/2026.
5. Submit the application by 26/10/2026 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 qualifications and requirements. Short-listed candidates will be informed for an online interview. Only short-listed candidates will be notified with online interview details.

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