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IIT Delhi Project Director Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Updated 6 days left · Last date 22 Oct 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) is recruiting for 1 vacancy for the post of Project Director under advertisement number IITD/IRD/271/2026. Eligible candidates can apply by email on or before 22 October 2026 by downloading Form No. IRD/REC-4 and submitting the duly filled form with complete information regarding educational qualifications and work experience, mentioning the Advertisement Number on the subject line of the email. The appointment is on a contractual basis, with a pay of Rs. 1,94,400 – Rs. 2,53,640 per month. plus HRA @ 30%. Candidates must possess a Ph.D and M.Tech from the Top five Institutes in the NIRF Ranking with a minimum CGPA of 8.0 and a minimum of 15 years of experience. The selection involves shortlisting based on qualifications followed by an online interview.

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Where and How to Send

Applications must be sent by email to iitd.cybersecurityproject@gmail.com with the Advertisement Number on the subject line. Candidates are required to download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IRD Website (http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec) and submit the duly filled form with complete information regarding educational qualifications, percentage of marks/division, and details of work experience.

The last date for submitting the completed applications by email is 22/10/2026 by 5.00 p.m.

Posts, Eligibility and Pay

Post Vacancies Qualification Required Pay
Project Director 1 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). 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/- p.m. plus HRA @ 30%

Selection Process

Short-listed candidates will be informed for an online interview. IIT Delhi reserves the right to fix higher criteria for short-listing of eligible candidates from those satisfying advertised qualification and requirement of the project post.

Important Dates

Event Date
Advertisement Date 08/10/2026
Last Date for Submitting Applications by Email 22/10/2026 by 5.00 p.m.

IIT Delhi Project Director Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

Q1. What is the organization conducting this recruitment?

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) is conducting this recruitment through its Industrial Research & Development Unit.

Q2. How many vacancies are available for the Project Director post?

There is 1 vacancy available for the Project Director post.

Q3. What is the last date to apply for IIT Delhi Project Director Recruitment 2026?

The last date for submitting the completed applications by email is 22/10/2026 by 5.00 p.m.

Q4. What is the salary for the Project Director position?

The consolidated fellowship/pay is 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/- p.m. plus HRA @ 30%.

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