IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow - Research Vacancy 2026

IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026 - Junior Research Fellow - Research

IIT Kharagpur has released an official notification for the recruitment of Junior Research Fellow - Research posts (1 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment before 14 Nov 2026. Read the full details below including eligibility criteria, important dates, and how to apply.

IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow - Research - Overview

Organization	IIT Kharagpur
Post Name	Junior Research Fellow - Research
Total Vacancies	1
Advertisement No.	IIT/SRIC/R/MVD/2026/101
Qualification	B.Tech/B.E, M.Phil/Ph.D, Post Graduate
Location	West Bengal
Salary	Rs. 37,000 per MONTH
Job Type	Contract
Last Date to Apply	14 Nov 2026
Official Website	iitkgp.ac.in

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow - Research recruitment must possess the following educational qualification: B.Tech/B.E, M.Phil/Ph.D, Post Graduate. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed eligibility requirements.

Age Limit

The maximum age of the candidate should be 35 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories. Please refer to the official notification for details.

Application Fee

The application fee for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow - Research recruitment is: Category: ₹General / Male / OBC, Category: ₹Female, Category: ₹SC/ST. Please refer to the official notification for category-wise fee details and payment methods.

Salary Details

Selected candidates for the Junior Research Fellow - Research position at IIT Kharagpur will receive a salary of Rs. 37,000 per MONTH. Additional allowances may apply as per government norms.

Important Dates

Last Date to Apply

14 Nov 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow - Research recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

Visit the official website: iitkgp.ac.in
Look for the Junior Research Fellow - Research recruitment notification
Read the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all requirements
Fill in the application form with accurate details
Upload the required documents and photograph
Pay the application fee as applicable
Submit the application and save the confirmation for future reference

Important Links

Official Notification	Download PDF
Official Website	iitkgp.ac.in

Also Check

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Frequently Asked Questions

What research will the Junior Research Fellow work on?

The project is titled "Modelling Venusian surface and surface morphology under a CO2 dominated dense atmosphere" and carries the code R/MVD.

Who is sponsoring the project?

The sponsoring agency is the Space Applications Centre, Department of Space, Ahmedabad.

Is a national level test required for this post?

Yes. Candidates must be selected through CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE, or through a national level examination conducted by bodies such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER or NISER.

Can reserved category and female candidates get age relaxation?

Yes. The notice allows relaxation of up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Physically Handicapped/Visually Handicapped and female applicants.

How long will the fellowship last?

It runs for 36 Months or until the project terminates, whichever comes first.

Does meeting the minimum qualification guarantee an interview?

No. The notice states that the prescribed qualifications and experience are only the minimum and do not by themselves entitle a candidate to an interview call.