IIT Delhi IRD Sr/Principal Project Scientist Recruitment 2026 (Advt 318/2026, CoE Regulatory Power) – 2 Posts
Dept. of Electrical Engineering, IIT Delhi
Delhi - New Delhi
| Position | Code | Grade | Age | Last Date | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr. Project Scientist | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| Principal Project Scientist | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| Total Vacancies | 2 | ||||
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Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Important Dates 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Application Fee 2026
Nil
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Sr PS: Rs. 60,750–79,260 p.m. + HRA @ 30%; Principal PS: Rs. 75,600–1,01,610 p.m. + HRA @ 30%
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Post Details
| S.No. | Position Title | Vacancies | Salary | Qualifications | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sr. Project Scientist | 1 | Rs. 60,750–79,260 p.m. + HRA @ 30% | Master’s (MTech/MS(R)/MCA/MPP or equiv) in EE/Power/Energy/Energy Econ/Public Policy or related, 1st class; Indian power sector/regulatory understanding; research output | — | — |
| 2 | Principal Project Scientist | 1 | Rs. 75,600–1,01,610 p.m. + HRA @ 30% | PhD in EE/Public Policy/Econ/Finance/Energy Sci or related (or MTech/MPP+4 yrs relevant, as per advt); electricity markets/quant/modeling/forecasting; policy/research writing | — | — |
| Total Vacancies | 2 | |||||
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| S.No. | Post / Trade | Total (no category split notified) | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sr. Project Scientist | 1 | 1 |
| 2 | Principal Project Scientist | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 2 | 2 | |
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Eligibility Criteria 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Qualification / Education
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Job Details & Overview
IRD, IIT Delhi – Advertisement No. IITD-IRD-318-2026 (Dated 06/11/2026). Project appointment (contractual, consolidated pay, renewable yearly or up to project duration), upto 27/03/2030.
Project: Centre of Excellence for Regulatory Affairs in Power Sector (MI03246G), funding CERC, New Delhi. PI: Prof. Abhijit Ramchandra Abhyankar, Dept. of Electrical Engineering.
Posts (total 2, no category split notified in advt):
- Sr. Project Scientist (01) – Rs. 60,750–79,260/- p.m. plus HRA @ 30% (pay matrix as per advt). Qualification (as per advt): Master’s degree (M.Tech/MS(R)/MCA/MPP or equivalent) in Electrical/Power/Energy Engineering, Energy Economics, Public Policy or closely related discipline, First Class or equivalent; sound understanding of Indian power sector (planning, generation, transmission, distribution, grid operations) and regulatory framework; demonstrated research output (papers/reports/technical studies).
- Principal Project Scientist (01) – Rs. 75,600–1,01,610/- p.m. plus HRA @ 30%. Qualification (as per advt): PhD in Electrical Engineering/Public Policy/Economics/Finance/Energy Science or related discipline (M.Tech in field or Master’s in Public Policy (MPP) with 4 years relevant experience may also be considered); expertise in electricity markets, quantitative methods, modeling and forecasting as applied to energy systems/policy framing; sound understanding of Indian power sector; ability to draft research reports, discussion notes, working papers and policy.
How to apply: Download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from ird.iitd.ac.in/rec and submit duly filled form with complete information by email to Prof. Abhijit Ramchandra Abhyankar / contact email as specified in the official advertisement (see PDF). Shortlisting by committee; details on IRD shortlisted link.
Official: Advertisement PDF | IRD Current Openings. Refer official advertisement for authoritative eligibility/details.
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How to Apply for Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Dept. of Electrical Engineering, IIT Delhi's IIT Delhi IRD Sr/Principal Project Scientist Recruitment 2026 (Advt 318/2026, CoE Regulatory Power) – 2 Posts before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Dept. of Electrical Engineering, IIT Delhi recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee of Nil online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 22 Nov 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Dept. of Electrical Engineering, IIT Delhi recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Dept. of Electrical Engineering, IIT Delhi notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 22 Nov 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
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What is IIT Delhi IRD Sr/Principal Project Scientist Recruitment 2026 (Advt 318/2026, CoE Regulatory Power) – 2 Posts?
IIT Delhi IRD Sr/Principal Project Scientist Recruitment 2026 (Advt 318/2026, CoE Regulatory Power) – 2 Posts is a government recruitment notification published by Indian Institute of Technology Delhi. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Recruitment 2026 start on 06 November 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Recruitment 2026 is 22 November 2026.
What is the application fee for Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Recruitment 2026?
Nil
What is the qualification required for Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Recruitment 2026?
Sr PS: Master's in relevant field; Principal PS: PhD/relevant (as per advt)
How to apply for Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.