The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has invited applications for two Principal Project Scientist positions under advertisement number IITD/IRD/248/2026, one focused on English, Linguistics, Journalism, or Mass Communication and the other on Design, Graphic Design, Communication, or Data Science. These are senior, well-paid contractual research roles suited to highly qualified professionals who already hold a doctorate or a master’s degree with substantial post-qualification experience.
The IIT Delhi Principal Project Scientist Recruitment 2026 drive follows a simple email-based application route rather than an online portal, and it carries one of the more attractive consolidated pay bands among current project-scientist openings, going up to over Rs. 1 lakh per month. With the application deadline set for 30 September 2026, candidates from communication and design/data-science backgrounds have a limited but well-defined window to apply.
IIT Delhi Principal Project Scientist Overview
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Details
Organisation
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi
Post(s)
Principal Project Scientist (a) – English/Linguistics/Journalism/Mass Communication; Principal Project Scientist (b) – Design/Graphic Design/Communication/Data Science
Total Vacancies
2 (1 each)
Advertisement Number
IITD/IRD/248/2026
Application Mode
Email
Notification Release
2 March 2026
Application Deadline
30 September 2026
Age Limit
Maximum 45 years (5% marks relaxation for SC/ST candidates)
Salary
Rs. 75,600 – Rs. 1,01,610 per month (consolidated) for both posts
Official Website
ird.iitd.ac.in
Eligibility Criteria
Principal Project Scientist (a) requires a Ph.D. with first class in English, Linguistics, Journalism, Mass Communication, or a closely related discipline, or alternatively a Master’s degree with first class along with 6 years of relevant experience in the same fields. Principal Project Scientist (b) requires a Ph.D. with first class in Design, Graphic Design, Communication, Data Science, or a closely related discipline, or a Master’s degree with first class and 6 years of relevant experience in Design, Graphic Design, Communication, or Data Science. The maximum age limit for both posts is 45 years, and SC/ST candidates are given a 5% marks relaxation in the qualifying educational criteria.
Selection Process
Screening of applications received by email against eligibility for post (a) or post (b)
Shortlisting of eligible candidates based on qualification and experience
Online interview of shortlisted candidates
Final selection based on interview performance
Application Fee
No application fee has been mentioned for either post.
How to Apply for IIT Delhi Principal Project Scientist Recruitment 2026
Download the official notification (Advt. No. IITD/IRD/248/2026) from ird.iitd.ac.in and identify whether you are eligible for post (a) or post (b).
Prepare a complete bio-data covering personal details, educational qualifications, publications, and work experience.
Scan self-attested copies of your educational certificates, experience letters, ID proof, and a passport-size photograph.
Draft an email clearly mentioning the post name and advertisement number IITD/IRD/248/2026 in the subject line.
Attach your bio-data and all supporting documents to the email.
Send the completed application to the email address specified in the official notification on or before 30 September 2026.
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Q1: What is the last date to apply for IIT Delhi Principal Project Scientist Recruitment 2026?
A: Applications must be emailed on or before 30 September 2026.
Q2: How many posts are being filled under this IIT Delhi recruitment?
A: Two Principal Project Scientist posts are being filled, one in English/Linguistics/Journalism/Mass Communication and one in Design/Graphic Design/Communication/Data Science.
Q3: What is the salary offered for the Principal Project Scientist posts?
A: Both posts carry a consolidated monthly salary in the range of Rs. 75,600 to Rs. 1,01,610.
Q4: What is the age limit for IIT Delhi Principal Project Scientist Recruitment 2026?
A: The maximum age limit is 45 years, with a 5% marks relaxation in qualifying criteria for SC/ST candidates.
Q5: Can candidates without a Ph.D. apply for these posts?
A: Yes, a Master’s degree with first class along with 6 years of relevant experience in the specified field is accepted in place of a Ph.D. for both posts.
Practical Tip: Since applications go directly by email with the advertisement number IITD/IRD/248/2026 required in the subject line, save your bio-data and certificates as a single, clearly named PDF (not several separate attachments) before sending, so the recruitment cell can review your complete application without missing any attachment.
