IISER Bhopal Recruitment 2026: 1 Junior Research Fellow – Apply by Email @ iiserb.ac.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

Post Name: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / PA-1

• Essential Qualification:
  • B.Tech. and M.Tech. in Polymer Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or Chemical Technology; OR
  • B.Sc. (Hons) and M.Sc. in Chemistry from a recognized University/Institute.
  • Minimum 60% marks or CGPA of 7.5/10 in qualifying degrees.
• Preferred Qualification:
  • Qualified national level examinations like GATE, CSIR-JRF/NET(JRF), UGC-JRF, or Rajiv Gandhi Fellowship.
  • Prior knowledge in Electrochemistry and experience in electrochemical analysis/materials design.
• Desirable Skills:
  • Experience in electrochemical characterization techniques (CV, EIS, DPV, etc.).
  • Mathematics as a subsidiary subject at 12th and bachelor’s level.
  • Experience in SEM, UV-Vis, XRD, and handling sophisticated equipment.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• Applications will be screened based on qualifications and experience.
• Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth (if required at interview stage).
• All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Starting from 12th standard).
• Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (if applicable).
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable).
• Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for IISER Bhopal JRF 2026?

The last date to submit the application via email is 03 November 2026.

What is the application mode and venue?

The application mode is Online (via Email). The job location is the Department of Chemical Engineering, IISER Bhopal, Bhauri, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. There is no offline walk-in venue; selection is based on a shortlisting and subsequent interview.

What is the application fee?

The official notification does not specify any application fee.

What is the nature of the job and contract duration?

This is a contractual, project-based temporary position for the duration of the project (estimated around 1 month or till completion). There is an opportunity to convert the project-JRF position into an institute-funded PhD for the December 2026 cycle.

What is the salary structure?

The remuneration is Rs. 37,000 + HRA per month for candidates with CSIR/UGC NET or GATE qualification, and Rs. 30,000 + HRA per month for candidates without these qualifications.