IIT Roorkee Recruitment 2026 – Golden Opportunity for Junior Research Fellow & Research Associate

The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) has released the official Junior Research Fellow / Research Associate Recruitment 2026 notification on 1 September 2026. This is a golden opportunity for candidates seeking central government jobs in a prestigious institute. A total of 3 vacancies are available for highly qualified individuals in engineering and science disciplines. The application process is via email, and the last date to apply is 30 September 2026. Selected candidates will receive a competitive salary as per 7th CPC norms along with HRA. Read the full article for official notification PDF, eligibility, vacancy breakdown, and step-by-step application guide.

IIT Roorkee Vacancy 2026 – Detailed Breakdown

The recruitment offers 2 posts of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and 1 post of Research Associate (RA). The posts are contractual and project-based.

All vacancies are under the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), IIT Roorkee. The project duration is initially for 2 years, extendable based on performance.

Eligibility Criteria – IIT Roorkee JRF & RA 2026

For Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

• M.E./M.Tech in EE/EC/Physics/CS or equivalent with CGPA ≥ 6.0/10.0
• OR B.E./B.Tech in ECE/CSE or equivalent with CGPA ≥ 7.5/10.0
• OR M.Sc./MCA in Physics/Instrumentation/Electronics/Computer Science with CGPA ≥ 7.5/10.0
• Must have qualified national-level test (GATE/NET/ etc.) OR hold a degree from a CFTI (Centrally Funded Technical Institute)

For Research Associate (RA)

• Ph.D. in EE/EC/CS/Physics or equivalent
• OR 3 years of experience after M.Tech in relevant domain

Salary / Stipend – IIT Roorkee Recruitment 2026

Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend as per IIT Roorkee norms and 7th CPC:

Why Apply? This is a central government job under a premier institute offering excellent pay scale, HRA benefits, and career growth in research. The position provides a platform to work on cutting-edge projects and enhance your academic profile.

Important Dates – IIT Roorkee Recruitment 2026

Selection Process – IIT Roorkee JRF/RA 2026

The selection will be based on a personal interview. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. No written exam is involved. The final selection depends on academic qualifications, experience, and performance in the interview.

How to Apply for IIT Roorkee Recruitment 2026 (Email Mode)

Follow these steps to apply for the post of Junior Research Fellow or Research Associate at IIT Roorkee:

1. Download Official Notification PDF from the link below and read all details carefully.
2. Prepare your application with complete bio-data (personal details, education, experience, research publications).
3. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents: mark sheets, degree certificates, GATE/NET scorecard (if any), experience certificates, ID proof, and passport-size photographs.
4. Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email. Example: “Application for Junior Research Fellow – [Your Name]”.
5. Send the scanned application and documents to the official email address provided in the notification. (Check PDF for exact email ID.)
6. Ensure the email is sent before 30 September 2026 (11:59 PM IST).
7. Keep a copy of the sent email and any acknowledgment for future reference.

Apply Mode: Only Email – No offline or online portal.

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