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IIT Delhi Director Vacancy: Ministry of Education Invites Applications, Salary Rs 2.25 Lakh
- •The Ministry of Education has invited applications for the Director post at IIT Delhi, with a deadline of October 31.
- •The appointment will be based on the recommendation of a 'Search-cum-Selection Committee', considering both advertised applications and nominations.
- •Candidates must hold a PhD and first-class or equivalent in previous degrees; engineering qualifications are preferred.
- •Applicants need at least 10 years of teaching experience as a professor and 5 years of administrative experience, with an age limit of under 60.
- •The fixed salary for the Director will be Rs 2.25 lakh per month plus allowances, for a tenure of five years or until age 70.
Key Questions Answered
The Director of IIT Delhi will receive a fixed monthly salary of Rs 2.25 lakh along with applicable allowances. The appointment will last for five years or until the individual turns 70 years old, whichever comes first.
Applicants must hold a PhD with first-class or equivalent qualifications, with a preference for engineering backgrounds. Candidates require an excellent academic record, at least 10 years of teaching experience as a professor, experience guiding PhD students, and a minimum of five years of administrative experience.
The last date to submit applications is October 31, 2026. Candidates must send their fully filled application and required documents, including a detailed resume and vision statement, to the Department of Higher Education by Registered or Speed Post.
