Overview
IIT Patna has announced recruitment for one Junior Research Fellow position for 2026. The post requires a master’s degree with first class and GATE/NET qualification, age limit 28/32 years, and a salary of Rs. 37,000/month for the first two years and Rs. 42,000/month thereafter. Applications must be sent via email before 26 July 2026. The selection process involves application review and an interview.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Patna (IIT Patna)
- Qualification
- Master's degree in specified disciplines (e.g., Electronics & Communication Engineering, Chemical Engineering/Technology, Physics, Applied Physics, Solid State Physics/Technology/Electronic Materials/Materials, Nanotechnology, Materials Science/Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical, VLSI/Microelectronics, Instrumentation Engineering Technology) with first class (minimum 65% marks or 7.0 CPI) in M.Tech./ME/MS and GATE/NET qualification. For B.Tech./BE candidates, minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CPI in B.Tech./BE, 12th and 10th class, and a valid GATE score (with higher marks required for non‑IIT/IISc institutions).
- Vacancies
- 1
Important Dates
| application_deadline | 26 July 2026 |
| shortlisted_candidate_information | 05 August 2026 |
| interview_date | 10 August 2026 |
| walk_in_date | 10 August 2026 |
Important Links
- notificationOpen Link
Vacancy Details
IIT Patna: 1
Selection Process
Application review followed by interview
How to Apply
Read the official notification carefully before applying., Prepare your application with complete bio‑data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience., Attach self‑attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport‑size photographs., Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email., Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification., Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 26‑07‑2026., Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IIT Patna Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online?
application deadline: 26 July 2026; shortlisted candidate information: 05 August 2026; interview date: 10 August 2026; walk in date: 10 August 2026
What is the application fee?
general: ; sc: ; st: ; obc: ; women: ; pd:
What is the age limit?
Maximum 28 years for BE/B.Tech/M.Sc candidates; maximum 32 years for ME/M.Tech/MS candidates. Age relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/women/PD as per Government of India rules.
What is the selection process?
Application review followed by interview