IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Senior Research Fellow / Project Attendant Posts

Age Details

• No specific age limit is mentioned for all posts in the official notification. Age relaxations may apply as per governing rules.

Senior Research Fellow (a)

• Master's degree in Chemistry with a specialization in Organic Chemistry, plus NET or GATE, and at least 2 years of research experience. Minimum 6 months of post-master’s experience in sol-gel chemistry with a focus on polymer-based aerogel synthesis, and hands-on experience with lab synthesis and characterization of aerogels.

Senior Research Fellow (b)

• 1st class M.Tech in Polymer Science and Technology with NET or GATE, with research background in textiles and fibers. Minimum 2 years' experience in electrospinning or melt spinning, with knowledge of aerogels. Strong hands-on experience in nanomaterial synthesis and detailed characterizations.

Project Attendant

• Graduation degree with at least 3 months of extensive experience in a chemical research lab, proficiency in essential computer skills (including GeM procurement knowledge), and experience in establishing and managing lab equipment and inventory. Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience. NET/GATE requirements for JRF/SRF may be relaxed for candidates from Centrally Funded Technical Institutes (CFTIs) with CGPA > 8.000 (80% aggregate).</br>Note: These qualifications are postulated as per the advertised posts and are subject to official notification details.

Important Dates (as per the notification)

• Notification Date: 28 March 2026
• Last Date for Application: 16 March 2026
• Project Duration Up to: 30 November 2027

Note: Some dates in the source content appear inconsistent (e.g., notification date after the last application date). Please refer to the official notification PDF for final dates.

Application Fees

• General/OBC: Nil
• SC/ST: Nil

How to Apply

• Applications must be sent via email with a complete bio-data, including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
• Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs).
• Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
• Send the application to the official email address mentioned in the notification and ensure it is submitted before the last date: 16-03-2026.
• Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.

Important Notes

• Download and read the official IIT Delhi Jobs 2026 notification PDF carefully to verify vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limits, and application instructions.
• Official notification PDF and the IIT Delhi website contain the definitive information.