Junior Research Fellow Recruitment at IIT Madras 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹37,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: First Class MSc Chemistry or B.E/ B.Tech. degree in Chemical Engineering/ Energy/ related disciplines, with a valid GATE score.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers with valid GATE score are eligible; exposure to electrochemistry or gas diffusion electrodes is an added advantage.
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras is recruiting for a Junior Research Fellow position within the Department of Chemistry for a specialized project on electrolyzer development. This single vacancy offers a monthly stipend of ₹37,000 plus HRA for candidates holding a first-class M.Sc. in Chemistry or a B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Engineering with a valid GATE score. The role involves high-level research on carbon dioxide reduction to formate, providing an excellent platform for career growth in sustainable energy technologies. Successful candidates will work under the prestigious IC&SR office on a contract basis that is extendable based on research performance.
- The position is initially for one year with the possibility of extension based on project requirements and performance.
- Candidates must possess a valid GATE score as a mandatory essential qualification for this research role.
- The selection process involves shortlisting followed by a written test, skill test, or interview for eligible applicants.
- Applications must be submitted online through the IC&SR portal by the deadline of June 12, 2026.
- Selected fellows will receive a consolidated pay of ₹37,000 per month plus applicable House Rent Allowance.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay of ₹37,000 per month plus applicable House Rent Allowance (HRA).
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting of Applications Written Test Skill Test Interview Document Verification
Application Fees
No application fee mentioned
Reservation
Experience and qualification requirements may be relaxed for SC/ST candidates at the Institute's discretion.
How to Apply
- Visit the official IC&SR IIT Madras recruitment portal.
- Search for Advertisement Number Advt.97/2026.
- Register using a valid email ID to create a login profile.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate personal and academic details.
- Upload necessary documents including the GATE scorecard and degree certificates.
- Review the application carefully as no edits are allowed after submission.
- Submit the application online before 12.06.2026.
- Retain a printed copy of the application for the document verification stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Junior Research Fellow (JRF) will receive a monthly pay of ₹37,000 plus HRA.
Applicants need a First Class M.Sc. in Chemistry or a B.E./B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering, Energy, or related disciplines, along with a valid GATE score.
The notification does not specify an application fee; candidates should refer to the online portal during registration for any applicable charges.