IIT Indore Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT Indore) is recruiting candidates for 1 Junior Research Fellow post on a project-based and purely temporary engagement. Candidates applying for the post must possess an M. Sc. in Organic Chemistry/ Agro-Chemistry with 65% marks or 7.0 CGPA and Valid NET / GATE Score, with an age limit of 33 years (2 years age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Physically Handicapped/Female candidates). The notified pay is Rs. 37,000/- p.m. (for the first two years) to Rs. 42,000/- p.m. (for the third year). Interested applicants must submit a detailed CV with all relevant educational certificates and GATE/NET scorecard in a single pdf file via email, mentioning the subject as ‘Application for Project JRF- Position’ under advertisement number IITI/CRDT/DST-SEED/2026-27/JRF/01 within 7 days from the date of advertisement.

IIT Indore Junior Research Fellow at a Glance

About IIT Indore Junior Research Fellow

The Junior Research Fellow position is tied to a research project sponsored by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) focusing on livelihood interventions for Scheduled Caste labourers. The project highlights a circular economy model the employment of Sustaining the environment and future agricultural productivity and Sustainable housing within Simrol Block, Indore District. The selected candidate will be encouraged to register for the Ph.D. program at IIT Indore as per the institute norms.

Vacancy Details

The recruitment notification announces a total of 1 vacancy for the Junior Research Fellow position under the Department of Chemistry.

Who Can Apply

Candidates applying for the Junior Research Fellow position must meet the essential educational and qualification criteria prescribed in the notification.

• Essential Qualification: M. Sc. in Organic Chemistry/ Agro-Chemistry with 65% marks or 7.0 CGPA and Valid NET / GATE Score.
• Preferred Experience: Preference would be given to students who have experience on projects related to Agricultural studies.

Pay and Tenure

The position offers a consolidated fellowship of Rs. 37,000/- p.m. (for first two years) and Rs. 42,000/- p.m. (for third year). Remuneration is taxable as per the norms. The appointment is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project, and initially valid for 1 year only and the contract can be extended based on satisfactory performance until the completion of the project. The project Manpower will not be entitled to any allowances such as Bonus, Gratuity, LTC, DA, CCA etc., and the Project Manpower will be entitled for leaves as per the project guidelines and no encashment of leave shall be applicable.

How to Apply for IIT Indore Junior Research Fellow

1. Prepare a detailed CV with all relevant educational certificates and GATE/NET scorecard.
2. Ensure the CV includes details of academic grades starting from the 10th standard onwards, and if a candidate has a valid GATE/NET score, details such as year of passing, discipline, marks and all-India rank should be mentioned in the CV.
3. Send the application via email in a single pdf file to Prof. Debayan Sarkar, Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Indore, at [email protected].
4. Mention the exact subject line: Application for Project JRF- Position.
5. Ensure the application is submitted within 7 days from the date of advertisement.

Selection and Interview

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. The interview will be conducted in Online mode at IIT Indore, and details of the interview with Google Meet link will be communicated to the shortlisted candidates. Candidates must bring their updated CV include details of academic grades starting from the 10th standard onwards, original certificates, self- attested copies of all supporting documents, and a recent passport- size photograph at the time of interview.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Candidates who have completed their degree with requisite educational qualifications only need to apply.
• Mere possessing the essential qualification will not entitle any candidate a right to be considered eligible for the post.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
• Candidate is expected to join immediately.
• Incomplete applications will be rejected.
• IITI reserves the right to not fill up /cancel the post advertised without assigning any reason.
• If a candidate has a valid GATE/NET score, details such as year of passing, discipline, marks and all-India rank should be mentioned in the CV.
• Remuneration is taxable as per the norms.
• The position is initially valid for 1 year only and the contract can be extended based on satisfactory performance until the completion of the project.
• The project Manpower will not be entitled to any allowances such as Bonus, Gratuity, LTC, DA, CCA etc.
• The Project Manpower will be entitled for leaves as per the project guidelines and no encashment of leave shall be applicable.

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