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NIT Delhi Project Associate – I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Posted 30 Oct 2026 · National Institute of Technology Delhi

At a glance

Qualification
B.Tech/BE
Department
Engineering

NIT Delhi invites applications for the post of Project Associate-I under an ANRF-funded research project. Candidates with a B.Tech/BE in ECE or CSE can apply online. The selection involves shortlisting and an in-person interview.

Vacancy details

PostVacanciesPay (per month)
Project Associate-I01Rs. 37,000 + HRA (selected via GATE or CSIR UGC NET); Rs. 30,000 + HRA (without GATE or CSIR UGC NET)
National Institute of Technology Delhi (NIT Delhi) has published the Recruitment 2026 notification for the post of Project Associate – I. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, nitdelhi.ac.in.

NIT Delhi Quick Summary

2026 · 1 Posts
National Institute of Technology Delhi
Project Associate – I
B.Tech/B.E
1 Post
₹30,000 - ₹37,000 /month

National Institute of Technology Delhi has one Project Associate-I post in an ANRF-funded wireless communications research project. The pay is Rs. 37,000 a month plus HRA if you were selected through GATE or CSIR UGC NET, and Rs. 30,000 plus HRA if you were not. To apply, you need a four-year B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering or Computer Science Engineering with first division or class. Applications go through a Google Form, and shortlisted candidates are called for an interview at NIT Delhi.

NIT Delhi Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 Overview

The official notification does not give the last date, the application fee or the age limit.

About NIT Delhi

National Institute of Technology Delhi is an autonomous institute under the Ministry of Education (Shiksha Mantralaya), Government of India. It is at Plot No. FA7, Zone P1, GT Karnal Road, Delhi-110036. This post is in its Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering.

Project Details

NIT Delhi Project Associate-I Vacancy Details 2026

NIT Delhi will not provide accommodation under the ANRF (PM-ECRG) project's terms. House Rent Allowance is paid instead, as per ANRF guidelines.

NIT Delhi Project Associate-I Eligibility 2026

Essential Qualification

  • Four years B. Tech. Degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering/Computer Science Engineering with first division/class.

Desirable Qualification

Preference goes to candidates with experience in:

  • Wireless Communications, Digital Signal Processing
  • MATLAB and Python
  • Machine Learning and Deep Learning
  • Scientific writing and documentation
  • Publications or project experience in communication systems or AI
  • Embedded Systems/SDR/FPGA

Check the official notification for the full eligibility conditions for this post.

Job Description

The person selected will:

  • Assist in algorithm development and simulation for wireless communication research.
  • Implement software modules in MATLAB/Python.
  • Support hardware experimentation using SDR/FPGA platforms.
  • Maintain project records, technical documentation and software repositories.
  • Assist in organising workshops, demonstrations and dissemination activities.
  • Contribute to research publications, patents and progress reports.

Selection Process

  • Shortlisted candidates are told about the interview only by email, so keep checking the primary email address you give in the form.
  • The interview is held in person (physically) at NIT Delhi. No TA/DA is paid for attending.
  • The decision of the expert interview panel, followed by approval from the competent authority, is final.
  • The selected candidate has to join immediately.

Service Conditions

  • The first appointment is for one year. It may be extended every year, up to a maximum of three (3) years, if performance is satisfactory and the project needs it.
  • The position is purely temporary and lasts only as long as the project (co-terminus). It gives no claim to regular or permanent employment at the Institute.
  • The appointment may be for a time-bound project, and the candidate must work with dedication to complete it successfully.
  • The selected candidate may be encouraged to enrol for a Ph.D. This depends on the Institute's PhD ordinance and on whether PhD positions are available, or on the admission process at NIT Delhi.
  • All terms and conditions follow ANRF guidelines and Institute norms.

How to Apply for NIT Delhi Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026

  1. Open the NIT Delhi Project Associate-I Google Form. The notice also prints a QR code that leads to it.
  2. Fill in the application form printed in the notice (Application Form for Project Associate-I in ANRF/ECRG/2025/001559). It asks for personal details, education in reverse chronological order, teaching/industry/research experience, GATE details (year, discipline, score, rank, marks, validity), professional skills, the title of your M.Tech dissertation, up to 250 words on how this position helps your career goal, research publications and two referees.
  3. Sign the form and scan it.
  4. Write your communication address, email address(es) and current contact number(s) correctly.
  5. At the end of the Google Form, upload the signed, scanned application form and the documents listed below as one merged PDF file, with every page self-attested.
  6. Upload your photograph and signature separately as JPEG images.

Documents to Upload (self-attested photocopies)

Incomplete forms, and forms received after the due date and time, will be summarily rejected. The notice also says no delay caused by online processing or poor internet connectivity will be entertained.

Important Links

NIT Delhi Project Associate – I Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. How much does the NIT Delhi Project Associate-I post pay?

It pays Rs. 37,000 plus HRA if you were selected through GATE or CSIR UGC NET, and Rs. 30,000 plus HRA if you were not.

Q2. Is GATE compulsory for this post?

No. Candidates without GATE or CSIR UGC NET can apply, but they get Rs. 30,000 plus HRA instead of Rs. 37,000 plus HRA.

Q3. Which B.Tech branches are eligible?

A four-year B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering or Computer Science Engineering, with first division/class.

Q4. Will NIT Delhi provide accommodation?

No. Under the ANRF (PM-ECRG) project terms, HRA is paid instead, as per ANRF guidelines.

Q5. How long is the appointment?

It is for one year at first. It may be extended every year up to three years, depending on performance and the project's needs.

Q6. How will I know if I am shortlisted?

Shortlisted candidates are told only by email. The interview is in person at NIT Delhi, and no TA/DA is paid.

Q7. In what format should the documents be uploaded?

Upload the signed application form and documents as one merged PDF with every page self-attested. Upload the photograph and signature as JPEG images.

Q8. Can I do a Ph.D. while working on this project?

The selected candidate may be encouraged to enrol for a Ph.D. under the Institute's PhD ordinance, depending on PhD positions or the admission process at NIT Delhi.

Q9. Who is the Principal Investigator of the project?

Dr. Navneet Garg, Assistant Professor in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. His email is [email protected].

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DetailInformation
OrganisationNational Institute of Technology Delhi
PostProject Associate-I
Total vacancies01
Project file numberANRF/ECRG/2025/001559
PayRs. 37,000 + HRA (with GATE / CSIR UGC NET); Rs. 30,000 + HRA (without)
How to applyOnline through a Google Form
SelectionShortlisting, then an in-person interview
Websitewww.nitdelhi.ac.in
DetailInformation
Project titleResource Allocation, Tracking and Classification in FR3 band Integrated Sensing and Communications based in band Full Duplex enabled Giga MIMO Systems (RTC3)
Funding agencyAnusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant (PM-ECRG) Scheme
Project duration3 years
File numberANRF/ECRG/2025/001559 dated 09 June 2026
Principal InvestigatorDr. Navneet Garg, Assistant Professor (faculty profile)
PI email[email protected]
#Document
01Class X passing certificate as birth proof
02Aadhaar Card
03Category certificate (if applicable)
04Class X mark sheet/pass certificate showing grades/marks
05Class XII mark sheet showing grades/marks
06Class XII pass certificate
07B.Tech/B.E mark sheet/transcripts with course names and grades/marks
08B.Tech/B.E degree/pass certificate
09M.Tech/M.E mark sheet/transcripts (if applicable)
10M.Tech/M.E degree/pass certificate (if applicable)
11GATE Score Card (if applicable)
12Experience certificate(s) in teaching/industry/research (if any)
13-15Lists of journal publications, conference publications and book chapters/books (if any)
16Any other information
17Recent passport-size photograph (JPEG)
18Scanned signature (JPEG)
LinkOpen
Apply onlineNIT Delhi Google application form
Official notificationOfficial notification (PDF)
Official websiteNIT Delhi website
PI faculty profileDr. Navneet Garg's profile
PI email[email protected]

Frequently asked questions

▸What is the qualification required for the NIT Delhi Project Associate-I post?

A four-year B.Tech/BE degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering or Computer Science Engineering with first division/class is required.

▸What is the pay for the Project Associate-I position?

The pay is Rs. 37,000 + HRA for candidates selected via GATE/CSIR UGC NET, and Rs. 30,000 + HRA for others.

▸How can I apply for the NIT Delhi Project Associate-I post?

Applications are submitted online through a Google Form, with required documents uploaded as a single PDF.

▸What is the selection process for this recruitment?

Candidates are shortlisted and invited for an in-person interview at NIT Delhi.

▸Is there any age limit or application fee mentioned?

The official notification does not specify an age limit or application fee.

Always verify details on the official notification before applying.