Overview
IIT Patna has announced recruitment for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position with a consolidated fellowship of Rs. 37,000 + HRA per month. Eligible candidates must hold a PG degree (M.Sc., M.C.A., or equivalent) and meet CSIR-UGC NET or GATE criteria, with a minimum CPI/percentage of 6.5/60%. The age limit is 28 years for B.Tech/B.Sc/M.Sc/M.C.A. candidates and 32 years for M.Tech/M.E./M.S. candidates, with relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/women/PD. Applications are to be submitted as a single PDF to the specified email by 08-Feb-2026, and shortlisted candidates will be called for an online/offline interview.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Patna (IIT Patna)
- Qualification
- PG Degree: M.Sc. in Computer Science, M.C.A., or M.Sc. in Mathematics/Statistics. Graduate/Post-Graduate Degree: B.E./B.Tech/B.S./M.E./M.Tech/M.S. in EE/ECE/CSE/AI/Data Science in Professional courses. Must be selected through National Eligibility Tests CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professor) or GATE. Minimum CPI of 6.5 out of 10 or 60% marks in PG degree/Graduate/Post-Graduate degree.
- Vacancies
- 1
- Posted
- 21/01/2026
- Last date to apply
- 08/02/2026
Important Dates
| notification_date | 21/01/2026 |
| application_start_date | 21/01/2026 |
| application_last_date | 08/02/2026 |
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Selection Process
Shortlisting of candidates based on eligibility and submitted applications. Interview will be conducted in Online/Offline mode. Date of interview will be intimated to shortlisted candidates after the closing date of the application form. No TA/DA is admissible for appearing in the interview.
How to Apply
Fill the prescribed application format provided with the advertisement., Prepare a single PDF file containing the filled application and required documents., Send the soft copy application in a single PDF file to the email ID: [email protected]., Ensure that the application reaches by 08-Feb-2026., Carry updated resume and original copies of all supporting documents while appearing for the interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IIT Patna Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
notification date: 21/01/2026; application start date: 21/01/2026; application last date: 08/02/2026
What is the age limit?
Upper age limit: 28 years for B.Tech./B.S./B.E./M.Sc./M.C.A. candidates. Upper age limit: 32 years for M.Tech./M.E./M.S. candidates. Age relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/women/PD as per Government of India rules.
What is the selection process?
Shortlisting of candidates based on eligibility and submitted applications. Interview will be conducted in Online/Offline mode. Date of interview will be intimated to shortlisted candidates after the closing date of the application form. No TA/DA is admissible for appearing in the interview.