Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi (IIIT-Delhi), a state university established by the Government of NCT of Delhi, has officially released recruitment advertisement inviting applications for Visvesvaraya Post Doctoral Fellow (PDF) positions under the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme for Electronics and IT (Phase-II) initiated by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). Qualified PhD graduates in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Electronics & Communications, and Computational Biology can apply online via iiitd.ac.in before 12 October 2026. The fellowship offers a monthly stipend of Rs. 80,000 plus 27% HRA and Rs. 1,00,000 annual research contingency.
IIIT Delhi Visvesvaraya PDF 2026: Fellowship Cadre & Emoluments
The fellowship supports advanced postdoctoral research in cybersecurity, computer vision, VLSI design, and 5G/6G wireless networks:
| Metric | Official IIIT Delhi Standards |
|---|---|
| Institution | Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi (Okhla Phase-III, New Delhi) |
| Position Name | Visvesvaraya Post Doctoral Fellow (MeitY Phase-II Scheme) |
| Monthly Fellowship | Rs. 80,000 per month + 27% HRA (Total ~Rs. 1,01,600 per month) |
| Annual Research Contingency | Rs. 1,00,000 per year for international conferences and equipment |
| Tenure Duration | 1 Year (Renewable up to 2 Years based on milestone evaluation) |
| Closing Date to Apply | 12 October 2026 |
| Official Portal | iiitd.ac.in |
Selection Process, Exam Pattern and Shortlisting Criteria
Selection will be finalized through research committee evaluation:
- Application Scrutiny: Shortlisting candidates based on doctoral thesis quality, top-tier conference publications (CORE A*/A ratings such as CVPR, NeurIPS, ICCV, INFOCOM, DAC), and patent filings.
- Faculty Seminar: Shortlisted applicants will deliver a 30-minute seminar on their doctoral contributions and proposed postdoctoral research plan to the department faculty.
- Interview: Interview with the Dean of Academic Affairs and Department Selection Committee assessing collaboration potential and research excellence.
Qualifying Marks, Benchmark Cutoffs and Evaluation Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the required doctoral qualifications as on 12 October 2026:
- Essential Qualification: Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational Biology, or allied mathematical disciplines. Candidates who have recently defended their doctoral dissertation from IITs, IISc, NITs, or top global universities will be prioritized.
- Publication Record: At least 2 research papers in CORE A/A* conferences or SCI indexed journals.
- Upper Age Limit: Maximum 35 years as on 12 October 2026, relaxable up to 5 years for reserved categories.
- Evaluation Benchmark: Minimum 65% aggregate score in research review and seminar presentation combined.
Candidate Guidelines and Next Steps for Online Application
Interested researchers must apply through the institutional portal:
- Access the faculty and research positions portal on iiitd.ac.in.
- Fill in the online form with complete academic history, Google Scholar profile link, and research statement (maximum 3 pages).
- Upload self-attested copies of Ph.D. degree certificate, three representative research publications, and curriculum vitae with contact details of 3 professional referees.
- Submit the online form before 12 October 2026 (5:00 PM).
Academic Freedom and Campus Research Ecosystem
Postdoctoral fellows enjoy full academic autonomy to mentor postgraduate and undergraduate research interns, co-supervise master theses, apply for competitive national research grants (SERB/ANRF/DST), and collaborate with IIIT-Delhi Technology Innovation Hub (NM-ICPS) on industrial startup incubation.
Frequently Asked Questions (Notice-Grounded)
What is the last date to apply for IIIT Delhi Visvesvaraya PDF?
The online application portal on iiitd.ac.in remains operational until 12 October 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
What is the total monthly remuneration for Visvesvaraya PDF at IIIT Delhi?
Fellows receive a monthly fellowship of Rs. 80,000 plus 27% HRA (total approximately Rs. 1,01,600 per month).
What is the annual research contingency grant provided?
Appointed fellows receive an annual contingency grant of Rs. 1,00,000 for attending international research conferences and purchasing supplies.
What is the upper age limit for applying to this postdoctoral fellowship?
The maximum age limit is 35 years as on 12 October 2026 with statutory relaxations of up to 5 years for reserved categories.