IIT Patna Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 01 Post

IIT Patna Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 01 Post

IIT Patna Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Patna (IIT Patna) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). Interested and eligible candidates can apply offline via email. This is an excellent opportunity for engineering graduates and postgraduates to work on a research project in the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering.

Overview

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Junior Research Fellow

• Essential: B.E./B.Tech. with GATE score or M.E./M.Tech./M.S. Bachelor's/Master's degree level in the following disciplines: Metallurgical and Material Engineering, Materials Science/ Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Energy Science and Engineering, and allied engineering disciplines.
• Experience: Preference will be given to the candidates having research experience in the field of synthesis of catalysts.
• Desirable: A valid GATE score is desirable.

Age Limit

• The upper age limit for JRF shall be 28 years for B.Tech./B.E. and 32 years for M.Tech./M.E. degree.
• Relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PD will be given as per the GoI rules.

Important Dates

Selection Process

Selection will be based on:

• Shortlisting based on application and supporting documents
• Interview (candidates can choose between offline walk-in or online mode)

How to Apply

Candidates interested in this position and satisfying the qualification criteria should write an email to the Project Investigator: Dr. Bharat Bhushan ([email protected])

• The subject of the email should read as “JRF Position”.
• The last date for receiving this email is 20th January 2026.
• The email MUST include the scanned/pdf copy of the duly filled application form with applicant's signature.
• The email MUST include self-attested scanned pdf copy of all supporting documents (degree certificates, mark-sheets, GATE/NET scorecard, and category certificate).
• The application should also include a brief academic CV not exceeding two pages.

Important Links:
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here

FAQs

Q1. How many posts are available at IIT Patna?
There is 01 post for Junior Research Fellow.

Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 20th January 2026.

Q3. What is the salary for JRF?
Rs. 37,000/- + HRA per month.

Q4. What is the mode of application?
Offline via email.