IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026: Apply for Project Assistant and Sr. Project Scientist Posts
IIT Delhi has opened applications for 3 contractual posts — Project Assistant (Admin.), Sr. Project Assistant (Admin.), and Sr. Project Scientist — under Advertisement No. IITD/IRD/210/2026. Applications go by email, closing 16 August 2026.
Quick Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) |
| Advertisement No. | IITD/IRD/210/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 3 |
| Salary Range | ₹39,420 – ₹79,260 per month plus HRA |
| Last Date | 16 August 2026 |
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Vacancy and Eligibility
- Project Assistant (Admin.) — 1 post — Graduate in any field with 2+ years’ experience, ₹39,420–51,420 + HRA
- Project Assistant (Admin.) — 1 post — Graduate in any field with 10+ years’ experience, ₹47,790–62,350 + HRA
- Project Scientist — 1 post — M.Sc./PG in Applied Geography (First Class) with 3+ years’ experience in Forest Ecosystem Analysis, remote sensing, and GIS, ₹60,750–79,260 + HRA
Sr. Project Scientist: Additional Requirements
Candidates need strong knowledge of remote sensing and GIS software (QGIS, ArcGIS, ENVI, SNAP, ERDAS Imagine), AI/ML techniques, and satellite datasets (Landsat, Sentinel, MODIS), along with at least five publications in reputed journals.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting
- Online Interview
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully.
- Prepare your bio-data with personal, educational, and experience details.
- Attach self-attested copies of certificates, ID proof, and a recent photograph.
- Clearly mention the post applied for in the email subject line.
- Send to the official email address in the notification before 16 August 2026.
Official Links
Official Notification PDF: Download Notification
Official Website: ird.iitd.ac.in
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply?
16 August 2026, by email.
How many vacancies are there?
3 — Project Assistant, Sr. Project Assistant, and Sr. Project Scientist.
Is there an application fee?
No fee is mentioned for any category.
What is the salary for Sr. Project Scientist?
₹60,750 to ₹79,260 per month, plus HRA at 27%.
For the Sr. Project Scientist role, make sure your publication list and GIS software experience are clearly documented in your application — the notification is specific about this evidence.