IIT ISM Dhanbad Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹37,000 - ₹42,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: M.Tech / M.E. / MS / B.Tech / B.E. in Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication or M.Sc in Electronics / Physics with GATE/NET.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible - refer official notification for details.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad is inviting online applications for 1 vacancy of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) on a contract basis. The selected candidate will work on a high-tech project focused on Silicon Photonic Chip-based N x N Photonic Switches for 6G and Beyond with an initial fellowship of ₹37,000 per month. Applicants must hold a relevant degree in Engineering or Physics and have qualified GATE or NET. This position offers a remarkable opportunity to apply for a PhD program within the prestigious Department of Electronics Engineering at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad.
- The initial contract duration is for 1 year, renewable up to a maximum of 2 years.
- Candidates must be under the maximum age limit of 35 years at the time of appointment.
- The selection process is based on shortlisting followed by a personal interview.
- No application fees are required to submit the online form.
- Standard Government of India age relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC/PH/Women candidates.
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Additional Salary Information
Rs. 37,000/- per month for the 1st and 2nd Year, and Rs. 42,000/- per month for the 3rd Year.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on merit and project requirements Interview for shortlisted candidates
Application Fees
No application fee
Reservation
Reservation and Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PH/Women candidates will be applicable as per Government of India (GoI) rules.
How to Apply
- Open the online application link: https://forms.gle/q7W8stecam4XLn7o6 Fill out the Google Form application with your educational qualifications and contact details.
- Upload self-attested copies of certificates for qualifications, age proof, experience, and category if applicable.
- Attach copies of publications, academic awards, a recommendation letter, and your detailed CV with a photograph.
- Ensure your GATE/NET qualification certificate is attached and submitted before 17th August 2026 (04:00 PM).
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, candidates must have qualified GATE or NET to be eligible for this Junior Research Fellow position.
The fellow receives ₹37,000 per month for the 1st and 2nd Year, which increases to ₹42,000 per month in the 3rd Year.
The final deadline to submit the online Google Form application is 17th August 2026 by 04:00 PM.
