Job Notification: Project Position (Junior Research Fellow) at Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (Department of Mathematics) Advertisement Date: 16/02/2026
Organization Details
| Organization Name | Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (Department of Mathematics) |
|---|---|
| Organization Type | Institute / Academic Organization |
Post / Designation Details
Designation: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / (Junior Research Fellow)
| Field | Details (As per Notification) |
|---|---|
| Number of Posts | 01 |
| Nature of Position | Project Position (Sponsored Research/Consultancy Project) |
| Tenure / Duration | One year OR till the end of the project (as applicable) |
| Possibility of Further Opportunity | Possibility to be promoted to PhD as per Institute rules |
Project Information
Project Title: Poisson Boundary Associated to a Random Walk on Group
Sponsoring Agency: Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)
Job Description: Carry out research work for the above mentioned project.
Principal Investigator (PI): Prof. Narayan Rakshit, Department of Mathematics, IIT Roorkee
Job Location (Address Fields)
| Address Field | Details |
|---|---|
| streetAddress | IIT Roorkee, Department of Mathematics (Project/Research position) |
| city | Roorkee |
| state | Uttarakhand |
| postalCode | 247667 |
| country | India |
Note: Posting/location is as per the institute details mentioned in the official notification.
Salary (Base Salary) and Employment Type
| Field | Details (As per Notification) |
|---|---|
| baseSalary | ₹37,000/- per month + HRA (as per IITR rules) |
| employmentType | Project-based / Contract (project position; fixed tenure) |
Important: Salary is stated as ₹37,000/- per month plus HRA, and HRA will be applicable as per IIT Roorkee rules.
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality Requirement: Only Indian nationals can apply.
| Eligibility Parameter | Requirement (As per Notification) |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | MSc in Mathematics / MS / M.Math / M.Stat with NET/GATE (or equivalent) |
Note: Candidates are advised to ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements before applying and appearing for interview.
Age Limit
Age Limit: Not mentioned in the official notification.
Reservation Details
Preference: Preference will be given to SC/ST candidates on equal qualifications and experience.
Note: No category-wise vacancy breakup is provided in the official notification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time (As per Notification) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 16/02/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 February 2026 (by 5:00 PM) |
| Interview Date | Will be informed to shortlisted candidates directly (not specified in the notification) |
Deadline Reminder: Applications must be submitted on or before 23 February 2026 by 5:00 PM.
Application Process
Application Mode: Email-based submission to the Principal Investigator (PI).
| Step / Requirement | Details (As per Notification) |
|---|---|
| Who can apply | Only Indian nationals |
| Where to apply | Send application and supporting documents via email to the PI |
| Application submission email | nrakshitmath@gmail.com |
| Application format | Application on plain paper |
| CV requirement | Detailed CV with chronological discipline of degrees/certificates |
| Experience details | Include experience details including research experience (if any) |
| Documents to attach | Attested copies of degree/certificate and experience certificate |
| Document verification | Bring original degree/certificates and experience certificate(s) at the time of interview for verification |
Note: Candidates should send all required details and documents within the stipulated deadline. Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview schedule directly.
Application Fees
Application Fee: Not mentioned in the official notification.
Selection Process
Selection Method: Shortlisting followed by Interview
Interview Information: Interview date will be informed to shortlisted candidates directly.
TA/DA Policy: No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.
Document Requirement at Interview: Candidates must bring original documents for verification at the time of interview.
Helpline / Contact Information
| Contact Type | Details (As per Notification) |
|---|---|
| Principal Investigator | Prof. Narayan Rakshit |
| Department | Department of Mathematics, IIT Roorkee |
| Telephone | 01332285209 |
| Official Email | nrakshit@ma.iitr.ac.in |
| Application Submission Email | nrakshitmath@gmail.com |
Note: Contact details are provided in the official notification for application and related queries.
Official Website Link
Official Website: https://iitr.ac.in/
Official Notification Link
Official PDF Notification: https://iitr.ac.in/Careers/static/Project_Jobs/MA/2026/adv16022026.pdf
