Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar) Recruitment 2026

IIT Gandhinagar Post Doctoral Fellow Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar), through its Research and Development Office, has invited applications for the temporary position of Post Doctoral Fellow. This recruitment is being conducted under Advertisement No. SPON/10060/Advt0161 dated 02.04.2026.

Recruitment Overview

Project Details

Important Dates

• Advertisement Date: 02 April 2026
• Last Date of Application Submission: 12 April 2026

Salary and Allowances

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualification and Experience

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or related field.
• Minimum 60% marks or equivalent grade from Graduation onward.
• Minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade in Class 10th and 12th.

Desirable Qualification and Experience

• Experience in spectroscopy, either bulk or at single-particle concentrations, is required.
• Experience in optical microscopy will be an added advantage.
• Experience in nanophotonics will be an added advantage.
• Basic programming skills in Matlab or Python will be an added advantage.

Job Description

Application Process

1. Candidates need to apply through the official application link provided in the notification.
2. Applicants should ensure that they meet the required educational and eligibility norms before applying.
3. The application must be submitted on or before 12 April 2026.

Appointment Terms

• The position is temporary in nature.
• The duration of appointment is 01 year.
• The appointment may be extended for a second year based on performance review.
• Eligibility norms are as per Institute norms.

Contact Information

Other Important Information

• This recruitment is for a temporary research position at IIT Gandhinagar.
• The position is being offered under a specific sponsored project led by Dr. Saumyakanti Khatua.
• Only one position is available under this advertisement.
• The notification mentions Institute norms for eligibility.