IIT Roorkee Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026
The Department of Chemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, has invited applications from Indian nationals for a project-based Junior Research Fellow position. This recruitment is for a sponsored research/consultancy project under the Principal Investigator.
Last Date to Apply: 22 April 2026 (5:00 PM)
Recruitment Overview
| Organization Name | Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) |
|---|---|
| Department | Department of Chemical Engineering |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Number of Posts | 1 |
| Project Sponsor | ANRF-ARC |
| Base Salary | ₹17,000 per month + HRA |
| Employment Type | Temporary / Project-Based / Contractual |
| Job Location | IIT Roorkee, Department of Chemical Engineering |
Important Dates
- Last Date for Submission of Application: 22 April 2026 by 5:00 PM
- Interview Date: 27 April 2026
- Interview Venue: Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Roorkee
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates should have B.Tech in Chemical Engineering.
- Candidates should have M.Tech / Master’s qualification in Chemical Engineering or relevant branches.
- GATE qualification is mandatory.
Age Limit
Age limit details are not mentioned in the notification.
Reservation and Preference Details
- Preference will be given to SC/ST candidates on equal qualifications.
- Preference will also be given to women candidates on equal qualifications.
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
Application Process
- Candidates must submit their application on plain paper.
- The application should include a detailed CV.
- Educational qualifications should be mentioned in chronological order.
- Candidates should mention relevant experience including research experience, industrial field experience, and other experience, if any.
- Attested copies of degree certificates, mark sheets, and experience certificates should be attached.
- Applications are to be submitted to the office of the Principal Investigator.
- The notification states that the application may be sent by email, by post, or produced at the time of interview.
Selection Process
- Selection will be made through interview.
- Candidates must ensure that they satisfy the eligibility conditions before appearing for the interview.
- Candidates must carry original certificates and relevant documents for verification at the time of interview.
Project Duration
The duration of the project position is 1 year. The position may be extended further based on performance and project requirements.
Important Instructions
- Only Indian nationals are invited to apply.
- Candidates must verify their own eligibility before applying or appearing in the interview.
- No TA/DA will be admissible for attending the interview.
- The selected candidate may get an opportunity for PhD admission.
Contact Information
Contact details of the Principal Investigator / Department are printed in the notification. However, the uploaded copy is not fully legible for accurately reproducing the complete telephone number and email address.
Official Links
- Official Website: https://iitr.ac.in
- Official Notification Link: https://iitr.ac.in/Careers/static/Project_Jobs/CH/2026/adv080420261.pdf
