Overview
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) has released a recruitment notification for the post of Senior Research Fellow (SRF) (1 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online before 21 September 2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur)
- Qualification
- Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science OR Graduate / Post Graduate Degree in Professional Course selected through National Eligibility Tests (CSIR-UGC NET, GATE) or National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions with two years of research experience.
- Vacancies
- 1
- Advertisement No
- IIT/SRIC/R/WQM/2026/103
- Last date to apply
- 21 September 2026
Important Dates
| Last Date | 21 September 2026 |
| Ref Date | 13 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 September 2026 |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
Important Links
- Official WebsiteOpen Link
Vacancy Details
Post Name: Total Posts Senior Research Fellow: 1 Total: 1
Eligibility
• Senior Research Fellow (SRF): Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science OR Graduate / Post Graduate Degree in Professional Course selected through a process described through any one of the following: a. Scholars who are selected through National Eligibility Tests - CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE. b. The selection process through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MOE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISC, IISER, NISER etc. • Experience: Two years of research experience.
Age Limit
• Maximum Age Limit: 32 years. • Age rules may be relaxed upon fulfilling sponsor agency rules, if any.
Salary
• Upto Rs.42000 per month (depending upon qualification & experience).
Application Fee
Category: Fee All: NIL
Selection Process
• Selection process through National Eligibility Tests - CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE. • Selection process through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MOE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISC, IISER, NISER etc.
How to Apply
• Applications must be submitted online on or before 21-09-2026. • To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section. • Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of IIT Kharagpur to complete the application. • Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details. • Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format. • Pay the application fee online, if applicable. • Review all details carefully before submitting the form. • Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IIT Kharagpur Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online?
Last Date: 21 September 2026; Ref Date: 13 August 2026; Last Date to Apply: 21 September 2026
What is the application fee?
Category: Fee All: NIL
What is the age limit?
Max: 32 years (Relaxable as per sponsor agency rules)
What is the selection process?
• Selection process through National Eligibility Tests - CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE. • Selection process through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MOE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISC, IISER, NISER etc.