IIT Delhi Faculty Recruitment 2025 – Assistant Professor Positions (Grade I & II)

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi

Job Positions: Assistant Professor (Grade-I and Grade-II)
Location: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, Hauz Khas, New Delhi-110016
Application Mode: Online Submission


About the Institute:
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi is one of India’s premier institutes for higher education and research. It invites applications for Assistant Professor positions (Grade-I and Grade-II) across multiple disciplines, focusing on research excellence and academic contributions.


Departments/Centres with Vacancies:

Department/CentreSpecialization Areas
Applied MechanicsSolid mechanics, Fluid mechanics, Structural health monitoring, Biomechanics, Soft robotics.
Biochemical Engineering & BiotechnologyMetabolic engineering, Synthetic biology, Enzyme technology, Mammalian cell technology.
Chemical EngineeringEnergy, Environment, Process systems, AI and ML in Chemical Engineering.
ChemistryOrganic chemistry, Inorganic chemistry, Polymers, Medicinal chemistry.
Computer Science & EngineeringAI/ML, Robotics, Cybersecurity, Networks, Cloud Computing, Databases.
Energy Science & EngineeringPhotovoltaics, Fuel technology, Energy systems modeling, Energy policy.
Management StudiesBusiness Analytics, Marketing, Operations, Economics, Strategic Management.
Material Science and EngineeringPolymeric materials, Functional materials, Computational modeling.
Textile and Fibre EngineeringTextile chemistry, Fiber science, Polymers, Computer applications in textiles.
Biomedical EngineeringBio-instrumentation, Computational biomechanics, Biomedical optics, Imaging technologies.
Artificial Intelligence (ScAI)Deep learning, Data science, NLP, Generative design, Robotics, Cognitive sciences.
Atmospheric SciencesWeather forecasting, Climate modeling, Biogeochemical cycles.
Rural Development and TechnologyBioenergy, Water conservation, Food processing, Decentralized water treatment.
Public PolicyAgriculture, Energy, Healthcare innovations, Digital governance, Sustainable habitats.
Transportation Research and Injury Prevention CentreRoad safety, Urban studies, Transport planning, Environmental impact assessments.

Eligibility Criteria:

Assistant Professor (Grade-I): Pay Level-12 (₹ 1,01,500–1,67,400)

  • Ph.D. with 3 years of teaching/research/industrial experience (excluding Ph.D. duration).
  • First class or equivalent grade in preceding degrees with a consistently good academic record.
  • Demonstrated ability in teaching, research, and communication skills.
  • Minimum 4 refereed conference/journal papers, of which 2 must be in reputed journals.
  • Preferred Age: Maximum 35 years for male candidates and 38 years for female candidates (Relaxation: OBC-3 years, SC/ST-5 years, PwD-10 years).

Assistant Professor (Grade-II): Pay Level-10 (₹ 57,700–98,200)

  • Ph.D. in relevant field (no experience required).
  • Candidates transition to Grade-I after fulfilling experience requirements.
  • First class or equivalent grade in preceding degrees with a consistently good academic record.
  • Demonstrated ability in teaching, research, and communication skills.
  • Minimum 4 refereed conference/journal papers, of which 2 must be in reputed journals.
  • Preferred Age: Maximum 32 years for male candidates and 35 years for female candidates (Relaxation: OBC-3 years, SC/ST-5 years, PwD-10 years).

Application Fee:

  • No application fee mentioned. Refer to the official notification for details.

How to Apply:

  1. Visit the IIT Delhi Faculty Recruitment Portal: Apply Here
  2. Submit your online application form and upload necessary documents before June 30, 2025 (5:00 PM IST).
  3. Retain a copy of the submitted application for reference.

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Pay Scale:

  • Grade-I: ₹ 1,01,500 – ₹ 1,67,400
  • Grade-II: ₹ 57,700 – ₹ 98,200
  • Additional allowances for housing, transport, and medical benefits are provided as per institute norms.

Additional Benefits:

  • Relocation Allowance: ₹ 2,50,000 for international and ₹ 1,25,000 for domestic recruits.
  • Start-up Research Grant: Up to ₹ 20 lakhs.
  • Professional Development Allowance: ₹ 3 lakhs for 3 years.
  • Medical Insurance and Pension Benefits.
  • Housing Assistance with up to ₹ 50,000 for rent reimbursement.
  • Young Faculty Incentive Fellowship for 3 years.

Important Dates:

  • Application Deadline: June 30, 2025 (5:00 PM IST)

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Note: Looking for more teaching opportunities? Check JNU Faculty Recruitment 2025 for 55+ positions in SC/ST/OBC categories for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor roles.

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