IIT BHU Junior Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary, How to Apply

Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University) Varanasi Last Date: 17th March, 2026
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IIT BHU Junior Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary, How to Apply

Recruitment Overview

The Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi has released an official notification for the recruitment of Junior Research Assistant (JRA) for a project in the Department of Electronics Engineering. This is a contract-based position offering a stipend of Rs. 28,000/- per month. This recruitment is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a background in Electronics and Communication Engineering to work in a premier institute. This is a Direct Recruitment process based on shortlisting and an interview, without any competitive written examination.

Key Highlights Table

Organization Name Post Name Total Vacancies Application Start Date Last Date Official Website
Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi Junior Research Assistant (JRA) 1 3 March 2026 17 March 2026 iitbhu.ac.in

Vacancy Details

The detailed breakdown of the vacancy for the Junior Research Assistant post is provided below. The recruitment is for a specific project in the Department of Electronics Engineering.

Post Name Total Vacancies Pay Scale/Salary Age Limit
Junior Research Assistant (JRA) 1 Rs. 28,000/- Per Month Max 28 Years

Reservation: The notification specifies that only Indian citizens residing in Uttar Pradesh are eligible to apply.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

  • Primary Qualification: M.Tech. with First Class in Electronics and Communication Engineering (in the discipline/specialization concerned or in an allied discipline/area).
  • Alternative Qualification: B.Tech with First Class in Electronics and Communication Engineering or in an allied discipline/area.
  • Desirable Qualification: Knowledge of Communication systems, MATLAB, or FPGA implementation.

Age Limit & Relaxation

  • Maximum Age: 28 years.
  • Age Cut-off Date: Age is calculated as of 01 April 2026.
  • Age Relaxation: Age relaxation will be applicable as per government rules (SC/ST/OBC/PwD).

Selection Process

This recruitment does not involve a written examination. The selection is based on the following stages:

  1. Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their application and educational qualifications.
  2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview.
  3. Final Selection: Based on interview performance and document verification.

Application Fee

There is no application fee for this recruitment.

Category Fee
General/OBC Nil
SC/ST Nil
PwD Nil

How to Apply

Candidates must apply via email. Follow these steps:

  1. Visit the official website or download the notification PDF from the link below.
  2. Prepare your application with a complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
  3. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, recent passport-size photograph).
  4. Clearly mention the post applied for (Junior Research Assistant (JRA)) in the subject line of the email.
  5. Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
  6. Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 17 March 2026.
  7. Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.

Important Dates

  • Notification Release Date: 03 March 2026
  • Application Start Date: 03 March 2026
  • Last Date to Apply: 17 March 2026
  • Age Limit as on: 01 April 2026

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