Position Summary
Position:
Institute:
IIT Delhi
Country:
India
Posted Date:
Mar 05, 2026
Submission Start:
NA
Submission Deadline:
Apr 15, 2026
Offer Period:
2 Years
Institute Post-Doctoral Fellow (IPDF)- IIT Delhi
Overview:
- IIT Delhi invites applications from qualified persons for the position of Institute Post-Doctoral
Fellow (IPDF) in its various academic units to strengthen research ecosystem of the Institute,
promote inter-disciplinary research activities and groom potential faculty members.
- Who can apply?
- Indian Nationals of General/SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD/EWS category.
- Foreign candidates who have obtained their PhD degree from a country other than India.
- Age Limit:
- Maximum age of candidate is 32 years (for male) and 35 years (for female). The CEI (RTC) Act (2019) for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS categories as well as the RPwD Act (2016) for persons with benchmark disabilities will be applicable.
- Candidates should upload their valid SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD/EWS certificates issued by the appropriate authority in the prescribed format of Government of India, along with the application.
- Eligibility of Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) for recruitment at IIT Delhi is specified in Annexure-II. The extent of reservation will be as follows: SC-15%; ST-7.5%; OBC(NCL)-27%; EWS-10%; PwBD-4%. Women candidates are especially encouraged to apply.
- Age relaxation for reserved candidates as per Govt. of India guidelines as follows:
SC/ST – 5 years, OBC-NCL – 3 years, EWS – No age relaxation, General PwD – 10 years, SC/ST PwD-10+5 years, OBC-NCL PwD-10+3 years.
- Note: The age limit shall be determined as on the last date of submission of online
application.
- The key role of IPDFs is to perform scholastic research in cutting-edge areas, and support teaching activities by conducting practical and tutorial classes in academic units. IPDFs are expected to publish research articles with IIT Delhi affiliation in peer-reviewed scientific journals and present their research at reputed conferences. They should assist in supervising the research of Ph.D., Masters and undergraduate students.
- Indian Nationals of General/SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD/EWS category.
- Foreign candidates who have obtained their PhD degree from a country other than India.
- Maximum age of candidate is 32 years (for male) and 35 years (for female). The CEI (RTC) Act (2019) for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS categories as well as the RPwD Act (2016) for persons with benchmark disabilities will be applicable.
- Candidates should upload their valid SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD/EWS certificates issued by the appropriate authority in the prescribed format of Government of India, along with the application.
- Eligibility of Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) for recruitment at IIT Delhi is specified in Annexure-II. The extent of reservation will be as follows: SC-15%; ST-7.5%; OBC(NCL)-27%; EWS-10%; PwBD-4%. Women candidates are especially encouraged to apply.
- Age relaxation for reserved candidates as per Govt. of India guidelines as follows: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC-NCL – 3 years, EWS – No age relaxation, General PwD – 10 years, SC/ST PwD-10+5 years, OBC-NCL PwD-10+3 years.
- Note: The age limit shall be determined as on the last date of submission of online application.
Eligibility:
- Ph.D. with First class or equivalent grade in preceding degree with consistently good academic record.
- Candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis and have not yet defended it can be considered subject to the submission of a certificate from the guide duly forwarded by the Head of the Department of their Institute. This certificate must be provided at the time of the interview.
- In case of (b) above, before the first assessment of the IPDF at the end of first year tenure, he/she should have completed the Ph.D. defense which is mandatory for the candidate to continue for the second year, else the contract gets terminated and no representation will be entertained.
- IPDF positions are targeted at people who are not IIT Delhi PhD degree holders.
- Candidates should have demonstrated research capabilities in terms of publication in reputed journals and conferences.
Employment Conditions and Benefits:
Contract duration:
- Initially for one year (on contract), which can be extended for another one year on same
T&C based on a formal assessment of performance.
Benefits:
- Fellowship of Rs. 80,000/- per month (Rs. 65,000 for the candidates who have submitted their
PhD thesis but have not defended) plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) at the Govt. of India
rate for New Delhi. No Institute accommodation will be provided.
- Professional Development Allowance (PDA) of Rs. 1.00 lakh per financial year (April-March)
will be available from the date of joining the institute.
- PDA is apportioned @ Rs. 25,000 for every quarter from the date of joining. Unutilized PDA can be carried forward to the next financial year.
Medical facility (IITD hospital OPD services) should be provided on payment basis as per
the prevailing Institute norms.
Application Process:
Documents Required:
Not Available
How to apply:
- Applications are to be submitted online. The advertisement is available at (https://home.iitd.ac.in/jobs-iitd/index.php). As a precaution, after submitting the application through the website, please retain a copy of the application.
- The completed application along with the supporting documents should be submitted on or before April 15, 2026, 5:30 PM (IST).
- Please login to our site (https://ecampus.iitd.ac.in/IITDFR-0/login) and check the status
whether the application has been received or not.
About the Host Institution:
The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) is a premier public research university located in Hauz Khas, New Delhi. Established in 1961 as the College of Engineering, it was later declared an Institution of National Importance and one of India’s first Institutions of Eminence in 2018. As of early 2026, it has reached a historic milestone by ranking 123rd globally in the QS World University Rankings 2026, making it the highest-ranked educational institution in India. The institute is a powerhouse for entrepreneurship, holding the record for the highest number of unicorn startup founders in India, with notable alumni including the founders of Flipkart, Zomato, and Meesho. Its 320-acre campus hosts diverse academic programs across engineering, physical sciences, management, and humanities. Beyond its main Delhi base, the institute has expanded with satellite campuses in Sonipat and Jhajjar, and recently established its first global campus in Abu Dhabi. With over 64,000 graduates, IIT Delhi continues to lead in research impact, employer reputation, and technological innovation.
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