IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026: Non-Teaching Posts, Exam Pattern & Dates

A detailed guide to Group A, B, and C recruitment at IIT Delhi – Syllabus, Selection, and Strategy.

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Current Status: IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026
IIT Delhi regularly invites applications for Non-Academic staff to support its research and administrative functions. As of February 2026, the institute has recently concluded a major phase of result declarations for previous cycles and is preparing for new notifications for Technical Assistants and Junior Assistants expected in the first half of the year.
Expected 2026 Timeline
Based on the 2025-26 academic cycle, candidates should track the following windows:
Activity
Tentative Date / Window
New Group B & C Notification
March – April 2026
Online Application Window
30 Days from Notification
Written Examination (Tier-I)
July – August 2026
Skill Test/Trade Test
October 2026
Common Positions & Qualifications
Recruitment is generally categorized into three groups based on pay level and responsibility:
• Group A: Level 10 and above (Registrars, Senior Medical Officers). Requires Master's + relevant experience.
• Group B: Level 6 to 9 (Technical Officers, Junior Superintendent). Requires Bachelor's degree + 2-5 years experience.
• Group C: Level 2 to 5 (Junior Assistant, Technical Assistant). Requires Bachelor’s degree/ITI/Diploma.
Selection Stages at IIT Delhi
For most Group B and C posts, IIT Delhi follows a rigorous three-tier selection process:
1. Tier-I (Written Test): A Computer Based Test (CBT) covering General Awareness, Math, Reasoning, and English.
2. Tier-II (Trade/Skill Test): Practical evaluation relevant to the post (e.g., Typing for Junior Assistant, Lab work for Technical Assistant).
3. Tier-III (Computer Test/Interview): Proficiency in MS Office/Excel or a final interview for Group A & B posts.
Note: Qualifying marks are usually 60% in Tier-I, though this varies based on candidate volume.
Syllabus for Written Examination
The Tier-I MCQ paper usually follows this structure:
• English Language: Vocabulary, Grammar, and Sentence Structure (Level: 10+2/Graduate).
• Mathematical Ability: Number System, Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss, and Basic Statistics.
• Reasoning: Puzzles, Direction Sense, Coding-Decoding, and Analogies.
• General Awareness: Current Affairs, History, and Constitution, with a focus on Indian Science & Technology.
• Computer Awareness: Basic Hardware, OS, Internet, and Cyber Security.
Fee Structure (2026)
Application fees are based on the group category. Candidates must pay via the online recruitment portal:
• Group A Posts: ₹500/-
• Group B & C Posts: ₹200/-
• Exemptions: SC/ST, PwD category, and Women candidates are usually exempted from paying the fee.
Official Resources & Application Link
Always use the official IIT Delhi portal for registration and checking your results:
IIT Delhi Jobs @ IITD Portal
NIELIT IITD Recruitment Portal
IRD Project Positions (Temporary Roles)