IIT Delhi needs 2 Principal Project Scientists with a Ph.D. and air quality expertise. Selection is through an online interview.
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Quick Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Office | IIT Delhi |
| Job | Principal Project Scientist |
| Total Jobs | 2 |
| How to Apply | |
| Place | New Delhi |
| Last Date | 16 November 2026 |
Important Dates
| What | When |
|---|---|
| Notice Date | 2 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Email | 16 November 2026 (5:00 PM) |
Vacancy Details
Category Wise Vacancies
The posts are not split by UR, OBC, SC, ST or EWS in the details.
| Post | Posts |
|---|---|
| Principal Project Scientist | 2 |
Who Can Apply
| Job | What You Need |
|---|---|
| Principal Project Scientist | Ph.D. with air quality expertise. Air quality modelling with CTMs or machine learning gets preference. Indian nationals only |
Age and Fee
| Point | Detail |
|---|---|
| Age | Not specified |
| Fee | Not specified |
Selection Process
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| 1 | Shortlisting, which may use higher criteria |
| 2 | Online interview |
Exam Pattern
No written exam is mentioned. Shortlisted names go on ird.iitd.ac.in/shortlisted.
Salary and Job Conditions
| Job | Money |
|---|---|
| Principal Project Scientist | Rs. 75,600 to Rs. 1,01,610 per month + 27% HRA |
| Good to Know |
|---|
| Contract with yearly renewal, subject to review |
| Project runs up to 31 March 2028 |
How to Apply
| Step | What to Do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download Form IRD/REC-4 from ird.iitd.ac.in/rec |
| 2 | Fill your marks and work details |
| 3 | Email it to Prof. Sri Harsha Kota at the address in the notice, with the advertisement number |
Documents to Keep Ready
| Document |
|---|
| Filled Form IRD/REC-4 |
| Education details with marks |
| Work experience details |
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| IIT Delhi IRD Recruitment | Click Here |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date for IIT Delhi Air Quality Scientist Job?
You must apply by 16 November 2026.
How many posts are in IIT Delhi Air Quality Scientist Job?
There are 2 in total.
What is the pay for IIT Delhi posts?
Pay: Rs. 75,600 to Rs. 1,01,610 per month + 27% HRA.
How will I be selected?
Shortlisting, which may use higher criteria. Online interview.
Is there an age limit?
An age limit is not given in the details.
Do I have to pay a fee?
No fee is mentioned in the details.
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