Overview
Indian Institute of Technology Jammu (IIT Jammu) has released a recruitment notification for the post of Junior Research Fellow (01 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply before 16/01/2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Jammu (IIT Jammu)
- Qualification
- M.Sc. in Physics / Materials Science / Chemistry OR M. Tech. in Materials Engineering / Nanotechnology / Energy Science and Technology, or any other relevant discipline from a recognized University/Institute.
- Vacancies
- 01
- Last date to apply
- 16/01/2026
Important Dates
| Last Date | 16/01/2026 |
| Last date for receiving the duly filled-in application | 16 January 2026 |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow | 01 |
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Vacancy Details
Post Name: No of Posts Junior Research Fellow: 01
Eligibility
• Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Physics / Materials Science / Chemistry OR M. Tech. in Materials Engineering / Nanotechnology / Energy Science and Technology, or any other relevant discipline from a recognized University/Institute. • The candidate should have a consistently good academic record. • Candidates must have qualified a recognized national-level examination (e.g., GATE >2500, CSIR-UGC NET, or JEST). • Desirable Qualifications: For JRF-1: Prior hands-on experience in material synthesis (e.g., hydrothermal, co-precipitation), materials characterization (XRD, SEM, TEM etc.), and electrochemical testing (CV, EIS, galvanostatic cycling) of battery materials. • Strong fundamental knowledge of electrochemistry. • Good scientific writing and communication skills.
Age Limit
• Upper Age Limit: 28 Years • Relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/women/physically challenged candidates.
Salary
• During first two years, INR 37,000 /- plus HRA as applicable. • In third year, 42,000 /- plus HRA as applicable.
Selection Process
• The candidates may be shortlisted based on merit and need for the project. • Shortlisted candidates will be informed by e-mail about the interview. • The interview will be held using the online/offline platform.
How to Apply
• Duly filled application form along with scanned certificates and documents should be uploaded through the online portal by January 16, 2026. • Please apply through the [contract/project staff/JRF/SRF] tab on the referred application portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IIT Jammu Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 01 Posts?
Last Date: 16/01/2026; Last date for receiving the duly filled-in application: 16 January 2026
What is the age limit?
Up to 28 years
What is the selection process?
• The candidates may be shortlisted based on merit and need for the project. • Shortlisted candidates will be informed by e-mail about the interview. • The interview will be held using the online/offline platform.