National Institute of Technology Delhi has invited applications for one Project Associate-I post in an ANRF sponsored project under the Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant (PM-ECRG). This Project Associate Recruitment is in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering and focuses on wireless communication research. Interested candidates with a B.Tech in ECE or CSE must apply online through the Google Form and upload their self-attested documents.
Date Posted: 3rd November 2026
Institution Name: National Institute of Technology Delhi (An autonomous Institute under the aegis of the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India)
Advertisement/Notification No.: ANRF/ECRG/2025/001559 (dated 09-06-2026)
Employment Type: Temporary/Contractual (Project Basis)
Institution Profile: National Institute of Technology Delhi (NITD) is one of the thirty one NIT(s) in India. Established in the year 2010, the Institute has been declared as an Institute of National importance and functions as an autonomous Institute under the aegis of Ministry of Education, Government of India.It aims to provide instructions and research facilities in various disciplines of Engineering, Science and Technology, Management, Social Sciences and Humanities for advance learning and dissemination of knowledge. The Institute offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in these fields.
Post Name/Designation: The Institute is hiring for the following post
- Project Associate-I, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (1 post)
Total Vacancies: 01
Required Educational Qualifications for Project Associate-I: Candidates should have
- Four years B.Tech. degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering or Computer Science Engineering
- First division/class in the qualifying degree
- Desirable: Experience in Wireless Communications and Digital Signal Processing
- Desirable: Skills in MATLAB and Python
- Desirable: Knowledge of Machine Learning and Deep Learning
- Desirable: Scientific writing and documentation skills
- Desirable: Publications or project experience in communication systems or AI
- Desirable: Experience in Embedded Systems, SDR or FPGA
Candidate Profile: The Institute is looking for candidates who can
- Assist in algorithm development and simulation for wireless communication research
- Implement software modules in MATLAB or Python
- Support hardware experiments using SDR and FPGA platforms
- Maintain project records, technical documentation and software repositories
- Help organise workshops, demonstrations and dissemination activities
- Contribute to research publications, patents and progress reports
Pay Scale/Pay Level:
₹37,000 per month plus HRA for candidates selected through GATE or CSIR UGC NET. ₹30,000 per month plus HRA for candidates without GATE or CSIR UGC NET. HRA is admissible as per ANRF guidelines, as accommodation is not provided.
Selection Process: Candidates will be selected through the following stages
- Shortlisting of applications received through the Google Form
- Interview by an expert panel, for which shortlisted candidates are encouraged to appear in person at NIT Delhi
- Approval of the competent authority
Job Location: Bakoli, Delhi
Important Dates:
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | Not Specified |
| Application Start Date | Not Specified |
| Last Date to Apply Online | Not Specified in the notification |
| Walk-in/Interview Date | Not Applicable – Shortlisted candidates will be informed only through email |
Apply Mode: Online Application Link
How to Apply for this Position?
Candidates need to fill in the Google Form given in the notification and upload a signed application form with self-attested documents as one merged PDF. Shortlisted candidates will be informed only by email.
Application Procedure: Candidates need to follow the steps given below to apply for this post
- Open the Google Form using the link or by scanning the QR code in the notification
- Fill in the application form with your communication address, email and contact number
- Prepare a single merged PDF of the signed application form and all documents, with every page self-attested
- Keep your passport-size photograph and scanned signature ready in JPEG format
- Upload all files at the end of the Google Form and submit it before the due date and time
- Check your primary email regularly for the interview call
Documents Required: Candidates should keep the following documents ready (Kindly Read the Notification)
- Signed and scanned application form
- Class X certificate as birth proof
- Aadhaar Card
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Class X mark sheet and pass certificate
- Class XII mark sheet and pass certificate
- B.Tech/B.E. mark sheets or transcripts and degree certificate
- M.Tech/M.E. mark sheets and degree certificate, if applicable
- GATE score card, if applicable
- Experience certificates in teaching, industry or research, if any
- List of journal publications, conference publications and book chapters, if any
- Recent passport-size photograph in JPEG format
- Scanned signature in JPEG format
Important Links:
| Link Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | NIT Delhi Project Associate Recruitment Notification (This link is taken from the institution official website) |
| Institution Official Website | www.nitdelhi.ac.in |
| Application Link | Google Form for Project Associate-I |
Disclaimer for Candidates: Candidates are requested to carefully read and review the official notification before applying, as the information above is presented for general reference only and the official advertisement shall be treated as final and authoritative in case of any discrepancy.
Institution address:
Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering,
National Institute of Technology Delhi,
Plot No. FA7, GT Karnal Road,
Delhi – 110036,
India.
Benefits of Joining NIT Delhi:
- Chance to work on an ANRF sponsored PM-ECRG research project
- Monthly pay of ₹30,000 to ₹37,000 along with HRA
- Hands-on experience in wireless communication, MATLAB, Python and SDR/FPGA platforms
- Opportunity to contribute to research papers, patents and progress reports
- Possible chance to enroll for a Ph.D. at the Institute, based on its ordinance and PhD seat availability
Frequently Asked Questions for Project Associate Recruitment
- Who has released this notification?
National Institute of Technology Delhi, through the Principal Investigator Dr. Navneet Garg. - Which post is advertised?
Project Associate-I in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. - How many vacancies are there?
There is 1 vacancy. - Which agency funds the project?
The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) under the PM-ECRG scheme. - How can candidates apply?
Candidates must apply online through the Google Form and upload one merged PDF of self-attested documents. - What is the last date to apply?
The notification does not give an exact last date, so candidates should check the official notification. - What qualification is required?
A four-year B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering or Computer Science Engineering with first division/class. - What is the monthly pay?
It is ₹37,000 plus HRA with GATE or CSIR UGC NET, and ₹30,000 plus HRA without them. - What is the duration of the appointment?
It is initially one year, extendable annually up to a maximum of three years, depending on performance and project needs. - Will TA/DA be paid for the interview?
No, TA/DA will not be paid for attending the interview.
NIT Delhi is offering a good chance for young engineers to work on a cutting-edge wireless communication research project. If you meet the qualification, prepare your documents, fill in the Google Form and keep checking your email for the interview call.
