Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, one of the country's leading engineering institutions, is hiring a Project Director through its Industrial Research and Development Unit. There is a single vacancy for this senior contractual position. The role involves leading a cybersecurity project focused on communication design, engagement and de-addiction systems for cyber risk management among children and adolescents, funded by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
IIT Delhi Project Director Recruitment 2026
Posted 10 Oct 2026Updated 10 Oct 2026IITD/IRD/271/2026
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
22 Oct
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Last date 22 Oct 2026 · 4 days left
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About IIT Delhi Project Director Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
- Advertisement No.
- IITD/IRD/271/2026
- Post Name
- Project Director
- Job Location
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Minimum 15 years of experience after post-graduation, with at least 5+ years in project consulting or principal scientist roles
- Tenure
- Contractual, renewable yearly or up to the duration of the project (up to 13.09.2028), whichever is earlier
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Director
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Director | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Project Director - Qualification and Experience
Ph.D and M.Tech from the Top five Institutes in the NIRF Ranking of the last three years, with an outstanding academic record of a minimum CGPA of 8.0. Minimum of 15 years of experience after post-graduation, with at least 5+ years in project consulting or principal scientist roles. Desirable: Experienced in coordinating research project activities, managing and supervising teams, and conducting inter-disciplinary research; able to carry out inductive and deductive research using both qualitative and quantitative research methods; published research in Scopus-indexed journals; outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to coordinate with senior-level stakeholders.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Director - Qualification and Experience | Ph.D and M.Tech from the Top five Institutes in the NIRF Ranking of the last three years, with an outstanding academic record of a minimum CGPA of 8.0. Minimum of 15 years of experience after post-graduation, with at least 5+ years in project consulting or principal scientist roles. Desirable: Experienced in coordinating research project activities, managing and supervising teams, and conducting inter-disciplinary research; able to carry out inductive and deductive research using both qualitative and quantitative research methods; published research in Scopus-indexed journals; outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to coordinate with senior-level stakeholders. |
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Candidates are shortlisted on the basis of the advertised qualifications and experience; IIT Delhi may fix higher criteria for shortlisting.
- 2Online Interview
Shortlisted candidates are informed of the online interview details and their names are displayed on the IRD website.
Salary Structure
Rs. 1,94,400 - 2,00,230 - 2,06,240 - 2,12,430 - 2,18,800 - 2,25,360 - 2,32,120 - 2,39,040 - 2,46,250 - 2,53,640 per month plus HRA @ 30%
How to Apply
- 1Download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD website of IIT Delhi
- 2Fill the form with complete information on educational qualifications, percentage of marks or division, and details of work experience
- 3Email the duly filled form to [email protected] with the advertisement number on the subject line
- 4Send the application so that it reaches by 5.00 p.m. on 22 October 2026
Important Details
- IIT Delhi reserves the right to fix higher criteria for shortlisting candidates from among those who satisfy the advertised qualification and requirement of the project post.
- The names of shortlisted candidates will be displayed on the IRD website and only shortlisted candidates will be informed of the online interview details.
- Candidates with a query on eligibility for the post may contact [email protected].
Key Responsibilities
- Drive the project as per the committed project deliverables
- Provide overall scientific, strategic and management leadership to the project
- Oversee project team workstreams and ensure coordination across research and intervention design
- Manage and monitor project progress, resolve issues, and keep milestones and timelines aligned
- Manage and mentor the project team and guide the workstreams
- Ensure ethical compliance of the project activities
- Manage project budget, procurement and resources
- Make key decisions regarding research design
- Ensure documentation and reporting as per the requirements of IIT Delhi and the funding agency
Contact
Email: [email protected]
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