Overview
IIT Jammu has announced a recruitment drive for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post in the Microelectronics research area. The position offers a monthly salary of INR 37,000 plus 20% HRA, requires a maximum age of 28 years with category-wise relaxations, and demands specific educational qualifications in engineering or science disciplines. Applications can be submitted online between 19‑01‑2026 and 04‑02‑2026, followed by an online interview for shortlisted candidates.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Jammu (IIT Jammu)
- Qualification
- M.E./M.Tech or B.E./B.Tech in ECE/EIE/EEE/ETC/EE or allied branches with 60% marks or CGPA 6.0 (General/EWS/OBC) or 55%/5.5 CGPA (SC/ST/PH). Valid GATE score for Ph.D. directly after B.E./B.Tech./M.Sc. Candidates with a Ph.D. thesis in Microelectronics or allied subjects are also eligible.
- Vacancies
- 1
Important Dates
| notification_release | 19-01-2026 |
| application_start | 19-01-2026 |
| application_end | 04-02-2026 |
| interview | To be informed to shortlisted candidates via email |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Microelectronics research area: 1
Selection Process
Merit-based selection with possible shortlisting based on project requirement. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview. Document verification of original and attested copies of mark sheets/certificates will be required.
How to Apply
Visit the official application portal: https://apply.iitjammu.ac.in/#/home, Navigate to the [contract/project staff/JRF/SRF] tab on the application portal, Locate the "Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026" notification, Read the official notification carefully, Click on "Apply Online" link, Register with a valid email ID and mobile number, Fill in the application form with accurate details, Upload the duly filled application form along with scanned copies of certificates, mark sheets, proof of educational qualifications, GATE score card (if applicable), and other supporting documents, Review all information and documents before submission, Submit the application latest by 04-02-2026, Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IIT Jammu Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
notification release: 19-01-2026; application start: 19-01-2026; application end: 04-02-2026; interview: To be informed to shortlisted candidates via email
What is the age limit?
Maximum 28 years. Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL), women and other eligible categories as per GoI norm.
What is the selection process?
Merit-based selection with possible shortlisting based on project requirement. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview. Document verification of original and attested copies of mark sheets/certificates will be required.