IIT Roorkee Project Staff (Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering) Recruitment 2026 – Apply for JRF Post

IIT Roorkee Project Staff (Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering) Recruitment 2026 – Apply for JRF Post

Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, has invited applications from Indian nationals for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) for a consultancy/research project under the Principal Investigator Prof. Indra Vir Singh. This is a great opportunity for candidates with a background in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering to work on a funded project sponsored by DRDO.

Vacancy Details

Eligibility for Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

• Essential Qualification: B.Tech in Mechanical Engg./Production Engg./Aerospace Engg./Equivalent OR ME/M.Tech in Machine Design/Applied Mechanics/Aerospace Engg./Equivalent.
• Preference: GATE qualified candidates will be preferred. Preference will be given to SC/ST candidates on equal qualifications and experience.

Job Description & Selection Process

• Job Description: The project aims at a systematic investigation of the structural behaviour of unaged and aged sandwich composites for armament applications. The candidate will employ a systematic experimental approach to characterize Nomex, PVC foam, and PVC foam core sandwich composites and evaluate fatigue performance.
• Selection Process: Only shortlisted candidates will be notified through email for an online interview via Webex or Google Meet.
• Duration: 3 Years (15/02/2026 to 14/02/2028). Selected candidates may get an opportunity to pursue a PhD with MHRD fellowship after the project ends.

Important Links

Official Notification PDF | Apply via Email | Official Website

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for IIT Roorkee JRF Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to submit the application via email is February 15, 2026, by 5:00 PM.

Q2: What are the educational qualifications required?
A: Candidates must have a B.Tech in Mechanical/Production/Aerospace Engg. or M.Tech in Machine Design/Applied Mechanics/Aerospace Engg. GATE qualification is preferred.

Q3: What is the salary for the JRF post?
A: The emoluments are Rs. 37,000 per month.

Q4: How to apply for this recruitment?
A: Candidates must email their application in a single PDF file to the Principal Investigator ([email protected]) containing a detailed CV, experience details, and attested copies of certificates.