Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) Recruitment 2025

IIT Delhi Recruitment 2025 – Senior Project Scientist Vacancy

The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), through its Industrial Research & Development Unit (IRD), has released an official recruitment notification for project-based appointment under a sponsored research project. Applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals for the post of Senior Project Scientist on a contractual basis. The appointment is linked to the duration of the project and will be governed by IIT Delhi IRD norms.

Organization Details

Post Details

Salary / Pay Details

Project Information

Important Dates

• Advertisement Release Date: 11 December 2025
• Last Date for Submission of Application: 29 December 2025
• Last Time for Submission: Up to 5:00 PM

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• M.Tech / M.S. (Research) / MCA in First Class or equivalent in the appropriate discipline
• OR B.Tech / M.Sc. / Post Graduate degree in First Class or equivalent with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience

Desirable Experience and Skills

• Hands-on experience in programming
• Experience in data engineering workflows
• AI/ML model development and deployment experience
• Experience working with Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs)
• Experience with conversational AI systems
• Knowledge of IVRS (Interactive Voice Response Systems), including AI-driven response platforms

Age Limit

Reservation Details

• SC/ST candidates may be granted 5% relaxation in marks as per IIT Delhi norms.
• In case of selection of a retired or superannuated government employee, the salary will be fixed as per prevailing IRD rules.

Application Fees

Selection Process

1. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their qualifications, experience, and project requirements.
2. IIT Delhi reserves the right to fix higher criteria for shortlisting eligible candidates.
3. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview details.
4. Selection will be carried out through an online interview.

Application Process

1. Download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IIT Delhi IRD recruitment portal.
2. Fill in all required details including educational qualifications, percentage/division of marks, and work experience.
3. Submit the duly filled application form by email only.
4. Email the application to: bsy247586@dbst.iitd.ac.in
5. Mention the Advertisement Number IITD/IRD/304/2025 in the subject line of the email.

Contact Information

Other Important Instructions

• The appointment will be on a contractual basis and renewable annually or up to the project duration, whichever is earlier.
• The list of shortlisted candidates will be displayed on the IIT Delhi IRD website.
• Only applications submitted via email will be considered.
• No information regarding TA/DA for interview is provided in the notification.

Official Links

• Official Notification PDF: https://ird.iitd.ac.in/api/uploadsProjectPositions/file-1765452593681.pdf
• Official Recruitment Website: http://ird.iitd.ac.in/rec