The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology’s Digital India Corporation (DIC) advertised a contract position for a Director of the IndiaAI Safety Institute in New Delhi, with applications closing on June 2, 2026, according to medianama.com. This role is part of the IndiaAI Mission and aims to support the government’s efforts in AI regulation and safety.
The IndiaAI Safety Institute was proposed under the AI Governance Guidelines released in November 2025. Its mandate includes testing and evaluating AI systems for risks and advising policymakers on AI safety and governance issues. The job posting by DIC on May 19, 2026, sought a candidate to lead these initiatives amid ongoing government deliberations on new AI laws, as highlighted by Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and MeitY Secretary S Krishnan.
The institute forms a critical part of India’s AI governance framework, following IndiaAI’s selection of eight Responsible AI research projects in October 2024 under its Safe and Trusted AI Pillar. These projects were chosen from over 2,000 proposals, reflecting the government’s focus on safe and trustworthy AI development. The Safety Institute is expected to play a key role in implementing these guidelines and shaping AI policy in India.
The IndiaAI Safety Institute’s Director position marks a concrete step in operationalizing the AI Governance Guidelines. The role will be based in New Delhi and filled on a contract basis, signaling the government’s commitment to establishing institutional mechanisms for AI oversight.