📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
- Recruiting Body: Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT Indore), Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science
- Advertisement No: Not Stated
- Total Posts: 1
- Post Names: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I (PA-I)
- Employment Nature: Contractual / Project-Based (co-terminus with ANRF-funded project)
- Application Mode: Email Submission
- Last Date to Apply: 20 November 2026
- Interview (Tentative): Online, last week of November 2026
- Location: Simrol, Khandwa Road, Indore – 453552, Madhya Pradesh
- Application Fee: Not Stated in the Notification
The Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science at the Indian Institute of Technology Indore has issued a recruitment notice dated 4 November 2026 for one (01) Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I (PA-I) post under the externally sponsored project “Development of Mo-free Duplex Stainless Steel,” funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF). Applications must be submitted via email to the designated faculty email address on or before 20 November 2026.
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – with GATE/NET | 1 (if qualified) | Maximum 32 years | ₹37,000 + HRA (as per norms) |
| Project Associate-I (PA-I) – without GATE/NET | 1 (if not qualified) | Maximum 32 years | ₹25,000 + HRA (as per DST/ANRF norms) |
Note: A single (01) position is advertised. Candidates with a valid GATE score or national-level examination qualification (CSIR-UGC NET, DST-INSPIRE, etc.) will be considered for the JRF designation. Candidates without such qualification will be considered for the Project Associate-I designation. The engagement is initially for one year, extendable up to three years subject to satisfactory performance, and is co-terminus with the project.
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Option I – M.E./M.Tech./M.S. in Metallurgy, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Engineering, Nanotechnology, Engineering Science, Engineering Physics, Ceramics Engineering, Electronics, Chemical Engineering, Energy Science and Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Option II – B.E./B.Tech. in any of the above-listed disciplines or a related discipline.
- Option III – M.Sc. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
All candidates must have obtained First Division or an equivalent CGPA/CPI as defined by the awarding Institute/University.
- JRF Applicants: Must possess a valid GATE score or have qualified a national-level examination such as CSIR-UGC NET, DST-INSPIRE, or equivalent.
- Project Associate-I Applicants: Without GATE/NET qualification but meeting the educational requirements.
Age Limit: Maximum 32 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India norms for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD candidates. The notification does not specify a cut-off date for age calculation.
Desirable Skills: Candidates with interest and/or experience in high-temperature deformation studies, materials characterization (XRD, SEM, TEM, EBSD), computational modelling (ABAQUS, FEA), thermodynamic analysis (Thermo-Calc), corrosion behaviour of metallic materials, and experimental materials processing (melting, casting, heat treatment, thermo-mechanical processing) are encouraged to apply.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Application Submission: Candidates submit CV, academic documents, and GATE/NET certificates (if available) via email on or before 20 November 2026. Subject line must be: “Application for JRF under ANRF Project.”
- Shortlisting: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email for the interview.
- Online Interview: The interview is tentatively scheduled to be conducted online during the last week of November 2026. An exact date will be communicated to shortlisted candidates.
The selected candidate will be strongly encouraged to register for the Ph.D. programme at IIT Indore, subject to fulfilling the Institute's admission requirements. 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
- All Degree Certificates and Consolidated Mark Sheets (M.E./M.Tech./M.S./B.E./B.Tech./M.Sc.) with First Division Proof
- Valid GATE Scorecard / CSIR-UGC NET Certificate / DST-INSPIRE Fellowship Certificate (if applying for JRF)
- Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (if applicable)
- Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
- Two recent passport-size photographs and Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
How to Apply: Prepare a detailed CV, gather all required documents, and email them to Dr. Chandan Halder, Assistant Professor, Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science, IIT Indore, at the official email ID provided in the notification PDF. Use the subject line: “Application for JRF under ANRF Project.” The application must reach on or before 20 November 2026.
For complete details, download the IIT Indore JRF/Project Associate-I Official Notification PDF (Dated 4 November 2026) and visit the IIT Indore Official Website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for IIT Indore JRF/Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application via email is 20 November 2026. The notification was issued on 4 November 2026.
What is the application mode and where should candidates send their application?
Candidates must apply via email to Dr. Chandan Halder, Assistant Professor, Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science, IIT Indore. The email subject line should be “Application for JRF under ANRF Project.” The exact email address is provided in the official notification PDF.
What is the salary for JRF and Project Associate-I posts at IIT Indore?
Junior Research Fellow (with GATE/NET) receives ₹37,000 per month + HRA as per norms. Project Associate-I (without GATE/NET) receives ₹25,000 per month + HRA as per DST/ANRF norms.
What is the contract tenure and job nature for this position?
The position is contractual and project-based, initially for one year and extendable up to three years based on satisfactory performance. The engagement is co-terminus with the ANRF-funded project. Selected candidates are encouraged to register for the Ph.D. programme at IIT Indore.
What is the age limit for IIT Indore JRF/Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026?
The maximum age limit is 32 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India norms for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD candidates.
Is there any application fee for this recruitment?
The official notification does not specify any application fee for the JRF/Project Associate-I position at IIT Indore.