Indian Institute of Technology, Jammu (IIT Jammu) Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology, Jammu (IIT Jammu) 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

Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir (J&K)

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Deadline

21st April

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Published

11th April 2026

📋Partner Notification

IIT Jammu Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Jammu, Department of Physics, has invited applications for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under the ANRF-funded research project titled “Quantifying Information Flow in Gene Expression through Transcriptional and Translational Noise, RP-100356”.

Organization: Indian Institute of Technology Jammu
Department: Department of Physics
Post Name: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Total Vacancy: 1
Advertisement No.: IITJ/RC/2026-27/A-1
Advertisement Date: 07 April 2026

Job Location and Employment Details

City	Jammu
State	Jammu & Kashmir
Country	India
Postal Code	181221
Street Address	Jagti, NH-44, PO Nagrota, Jammu, J&K 181221
Employment Type	Temporary / Contract / Project-based
Duration	Initially one year, extendable based on satisfactory performance, purely temporary and co-terminus with the project

Salary Details

For NET/GATE or other national-level qualified candidates: INR 37,000 per month + applicable HRA

For other eligible candidates: INR 25,000 per month + applicable HRA

Important Dates

Notification Date: 07 April 2026
Last Date to Apply: 21 April 2026
Interview Date: Not specified; shortlisted candidates will be informed through e-mail only

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates should be motivated and have a consistently good academic record.
M.Sc. in Physics or Chemistry is eligible.
M.Tech. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology is eligible.
M.Sc./M.Tech. in any other relevant discipline is also eligible.

Age Limit and Relaxation

Upper Age Limit: 28 years
SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
OBC-NCL: 3 years relaxation
Women: 5 years relaxation
Other Relaxations: As applicable under Government of India / ANRF norms

Application Process

Fill in the application form with all required personal, academic, and supporting details.
Upload scanned certificates and other supporting documents.
Submit the application through the online portal.
Apply through the contract/project staff/JRF/SRF tab on the application portal.
Complete the submission on or before 21 April 2026.

Application Fee

No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification.

Selection Process

Candidates may be shortlisted based on merit and project requirement.
Merely meeting the prescribed qualification does not guarantee an interview call.
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
Interview details will be shared only through e-mail.
The interview may be conducted in offline or online mode.

Important Instructions

Applicants are responsible for the authenticity of the information, documents, and photographs submitted.
Candidates must provide a valid active e-mail ID and correct contact number in the application form.
All future communication, including interview intimation and offer letter, will be sent only through e-mail.
Shortlisted candidates must bring an updated CV, original documents, and attested photocopies of certificates and mark sheets during the interview.
Candidates already employed must produce a relieving certificate from their employer if selected.
Candidates must upload all documents related to educational qualifications and experience.
No request regarding non-receipt of communication at a later stage will be entertained.

Contact Information

Principal Investigator	Dr. Ajeet K. Sharma
Departments	Department of Physics; Department of Biosciences & Bioengineering
Address	Jagti, NH-44 Nagrota Bypass, Jammu, 182211 / IIT Jammu, Jammu, 181221
Email	ajeet.sharma@iitjammu.ac.in
Helpline Number	Not mentioned in the notification