IIT Roorkee Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 01 Post

IIT Roorkee Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 01 Post

The Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) has released a recruitment notification for the position of Junior Research Fellow. This is a walk-in interview opportunity for candidates possessing M.Sc or M.Tech degrees in relevant fields. Selected candidates will work on a project for a duration up to May 15, 2027.

Overview

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Junior Research Fellow

• Essential: M.Sc/M.Tech in Water Resources Engineering, Land and Water Resources Engineering, Chemistry/Chemical Engineering/Environmental Science, Hydrology, Water Resources Development and Management, Remote Sensing and GIS or M.Tech (*) in relevant discipline with GATE/NET. Academic/Field/Research experience in: Agril. Engg. (Soil and Water Engg)/ Water resources/ Geo-informatics/ Remote sensing/ GIS/ natural resources and allied branches.
• Experience: Experience in AI/ML, LWB assessment, nutrient degradation, GHG emissions, remote sensing/GIS, and Python/R/MATLAB.
• Desirable: Strong knowledge of water chemistry and water treatment. Hands-on lab experience in formulation preparation, stability testing, water quality analysis, and formulation development (cosmetics/personal care, water treatment chemicals, FMCG, nutraceutical/food premixes), with ability to interpret experimental results.

Important Dates

• Date of Notification: January 06, 2026
• Walk-in Interview Date: January 20 (Tuesday), 2026 at 11:00 Hrs.
• Duration of Project: Up to May 15, 2027

Selection Process

The selection will be based on a Walk-in Interview.

How to Apply

Candidates desiring to appear for the Interview should submit their applications with the following documents to the office of Principal Investigator through email, by post or produce at the time of interview:

• Application in a plain paper with detailed CV including chronological discipline of degree/certificates obtained.
• Experience including research, industrial field and others.
• Self-attested copies of degree/certificate and experience certificate.
• Candidate shall bring along with them the original degree(s)/certificate(s) and experience certificate(s) at the time of interview for verification.

Important Links:

Official Notification PDF: Click Here

Official Website: Click Here

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to attend the walk-in interview?
Ans: The walk-in interview is scheduled for January 20, 2026 at 11:00 AM.

Q2: What is the salary for the Junior Research Fellow post?
Ans: The salary is Rs. 37,000/- per month plus HRA as per institute rules.

Q3: Is GATE/NET compulsory?
Ans: For M.Tech candidates, GATE/NET is required. For M.Sc candidates, it is not explicitly mentioned as mandatory but the essential qualification includes the relevant disciplines.