ANRF-Junior Research Fellow at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 2
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹37,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech./M.Tech./M.S./MCA/M.Sc. with a GATE or NET qualification in CS, DA, EC, EE, Computer Science and Applications, Electronic Science, or Mathematical Sciences.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible - knowledge of Algorithm Design and Machine Learning is desirable.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 21 to 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Offline
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad is recruiting for 2 ANRF-Junior Research Fellow positions under the SANCHARI project. Selected candidates will receive a monthly fellowship of ₹37,000 to work on advanced optimization in Time-Sensitive Networks using AI and reinforcement learning. This role requires a B.E./B.Tech./M.Tech./M.S./MCA/M.Sc. degree along with a valid GATE or NET qualification. It is an exceptional opportunity to engage in high-impact research at a premier national institute for a tenure of three years.
- The maximum age limit for applicants is 35 years with relaxations as per Government of India norms.
- The project tenure is fixed for a duration of 3 years under the guidance of Prof. Jaishree Mayank.
- Applications must be submitted via email as a single consolidated PDF document by June 28, 2026.
- Selection will be conducted through a shortlisting process followed by an interview via video conferencing.
- Candidates should possess knowledge of Algorithm Design, Mathematical Optimization, and Machine Learning.
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Additional Salary Information
Consolidated Fellowship of ₹37,000 per month plus applicable project allowances.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on merit and project requirements Interview via video conferencing
Application Fees
No application fee
Reservation
Age relaxation as per the norms of the Government of India/IIT (ISM), Dhanbad.
How to Apply
- Prepare a single PDF document containing your detailed CV.
- Include your GATE/NET score card in the same PDF.
- Attach self-attested copies of all marksheets and certificates starting from 10th class.
- Compose an email with the subject line: Application for ANRF-JRF - SANCHARI Project.
- Send the email to Prof. Jaishree Mayank at jaishree@iitism.ac.in.
- Ensure the application is sent on or before 28 June 2026, 6:00 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
The selected candidate will receive a consolidated fellowship of ₹37,000 per month.
Candidates must have a B.E./B.Tech./M.Tech./M.S./MCA/M.Sc. degree and a valid GATE or NET qualification in relevant disciplines like CS, DA, EC, or EE.
The maximum age limit is 35 years, with relaxations applicable as per Government of India and IIT (ISM) Dhanbad norms.
