Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). This is an excellent career opportunity for job seekers. Check the eligibility, salary details, and vacancy information. Don’t miss this chance—apply now for the latest recruitment!

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Location

Dhanbad, Jharkhand

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Deadline

20th April

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Published

8th April 2026

📋Partner Notification

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad JRF Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad, Office of the Dean (Research & Development), has invited applications for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under an ARG ANRF sponsored project. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Post Name: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Number of Posts: 01
Project Duration: 3 Years

Recruitment Overview

Organization Name	Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad
Department	Office of the Dean (Research & Development)
Post Name	Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Number of Vacancy	01
Project Title	Prediction of Relapse time and Recovery Rate of Substance Use Disorder Based On Longitudinal Survey Study Applying Statistical and Machine Learning Tools
Project Tenure	3 Years
Employment Type	Project-based / Temporary
Job Location	Dhanbad, India
Notification Date	27 March 2026
IIT (ISM) Project No.	SRDP 1294 G
Reference Date	01/04/2026
Sanction No.	ANRF/ARG/2025/001427/MS

Salary Details

Fellowship for 1st and 2nd Year: Rs. 37,000 + HRA

Fellowship for 3rd Year: Rs. 42,000 + HRA

HRA will be provided only if hostel accommodation is not available. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Job Description

The selected candidate will work on prediction models in survival analysis using statistical and machine learning tools.

Based on performance and fulfillment of eligibility conditions, the candidate may subsequently be allowed to enroll for PhD at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Eligibility Criteria

M.Sc. / Integrated M.Sc. / M.Tech / Integrated M.Tech in Statistics, Mathematics, Mathematics and Computing, Data Science, or any other related fields.
Minimum 55% marks required.
Valid NET / GATE qualification is mandatory.

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Desirable Qualifications

Knowledge in Basic Statistics and Machine Learning.
Proficiency in Python, R, or MATLAB programming.

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Age Limit

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Important Dates

Notification Date	27 March 2026
Last Date to Apply	20 April 2026
Last Time to Submit Application	6:00 PM

Application Process

Interested candidates must send their application through email.
Candidates must send a single PDF file containing all required documents.
The subject line of the email must be: Application for JRF position in ARG Project.
Application must be sent on or before 20 April 2026, 6:00 PM.

Documents Required in Single PDF

CV
GATE / NET Score Card
Self-attested copies of all mark sheets and certificates starting from 10th class
Proof of work experience, if any

Email Details

Send To: shuvasri29@iitism.ac.in
CC To: scindhiya@iitism.ac.in

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Selection Process

Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit.
Shortlisting will also depend on the requirement of the project.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview date through email.
Mere possession of minimum qualification does not guarantee an interview call.

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Reservation Details

No separate category-wise reservation details are mentioned in the notification. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

Application Fee

No application fee is mentioned in the notification. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Principal Investigators and Project Team

PI: Dr. Shuvashree Mondal, Department of Mathematics and Computing, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad
Co-PI: Dr. Scindhiya Laxmi, Department of Mathematics and Computing, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad
Co-PI: Prof. Dr. Prasanta Kumar Roy, Department of Clinical Psychology, Institute of Psychiatry-COE, Kolkata

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Important Instructions

All candidates should make their own arrangements for stay at Dhanbad, if required.
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
The selected candidate must join duty immediately upon receipt of the offer.

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