Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, one of the country's leading institutions of national importance located in New Delhi, has announced recruitment for the post of Principal Project Scientist under its Industrial Research and Development Unit. A total of 2 posts are on offer, one in the communication and media field and the other in design and data science, both on a contractual basis for a sponsored project at the institute.
IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 - Principal Project Scientist Posts
Posted 28 Sept 2026Updated 28 Sept 2026IITD/IRD/248/2026
Total Vacancies
2
Last Date
30 Sept
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Recruitment status
Applications closed on 30 Sept 2026
- Notification02 Mar
- Applications Open02 Mar
- Applications Closed30 Sept
About IIT Delhi Principal Project Scientist Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
- Advertisement No.
- IITD/IRD/248/2026
- Post Name
- Principal Project Scientist (a) and Principal Project Scientist (b)
- Job Location
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 45 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
Vacancy Breakdown
Principal Project Scientist (a)
1
Principal Project Scientist (b)
1
Total2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Principal Project Scientist (a) | 1 |
| Principal Project Scientist (b) | 1 |
| Grand Total | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Principal Project Scientist (a)1 post
- Qualification
- Ph.D. with first class or equivalent in English, Linguistics, Journalism, Mass Communication, or a closely related discipline OR Master's degree with first class or equivalent in English, Linguistics, Journalism, Mass Communication, or a closely related discipline with 6 years experience
- Experience
- 6 years of relevant experience for candidates applying with a Master's degree
Principal Project Scientist (b)1 post
- Qualification
- Ph.D. with first class or equivalent in Design, Graphic Design, Communication, Data Science, or a closely related discipline OR Master's degree with first class or equivalent in Design, Graphic Design, Communication, Data Science, or a closely related discipline with 6 years experience
- Experience
- 6 years of relevant experience for candidates applying with a Master's degree
Age Limit
Maximum 45 years
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Eligible candidates are shortlisted from the applications received by email.
- 2Online Interview
Shortlisted candidates are called for an online interview.
Salary Structure
Principal Project Scientist (a)
Principal Project Scientist (b)
| Post |
|---|
| Principal Project Scientist (a) |
| Principal Project Scientist (b) |
Pay: Rs. 75,600 - 1,01,610 per month (consolidated)
How to Apply
- 1Read the official notification carefully before applying
- 2Prepare your application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications and experience
- 3Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof and recent passport-size photographs
- 4Mention clearly the post applied for in the subject line of the email
- 5Send the complete application to the official email address given in the notification
- 6Make sure the email reaches before the last date of 30 September 2026
- 7Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Bio-data with personal details
•Educational qualifications and experience
•Self-attested copies of educational certificates
•Experience certificates
•ID proof
•Recent passport-size photographs
Important Details
- Both posts are contractual and co-terminus with the project.
- SC/ST candidates get a 5% relaxation of marks as stated in the notice.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be intimated by email.
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