IIT Roorkee Recruitment 2026: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Post in Department of Earth Sciences
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), Department of Earth Sciences, has released an official advertisement inviting applications from Indian nationals only for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). The post is strictly on a contractual basis for a research and consultancy project sponsored by ANRF under the Principal Investigator Dr. Arun Singh.
Notification Status: Active Walk-in Interview Notification released on 01 September 2026.
Job Summary & Key Highlights
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) |
| Department | Department of Earth Sciences |
| Position / Designation | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Total Number of Vacancies | 01 (One) Position |
| Project Title | Delineation of a geothermal source beneath Chamoli area, Uttarakhand using magnetotelluric and resistivity studies |
| Sponsor of the Project | ANRF |
| Principal Investigator (PI) | Dr. Arun Singh, Department of Earth Sciences, IIT Roorkee |
| Employment Type | Contractual / Project Position |
| Project Duration | 3 years (until the end of the project) |
| Monthly Emoluments | Rs. 37,000/- + Rs. 3,700/- (10% HRA) |
| Mode of Selection | Walk-in Interview |
| Date & Time of Interview | 14-09-2026 at 04:00 PM |
| Interview Venue | Committee Room, Department of Earth Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee |
| Location of Employment | Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India |
| Nationality Eligibility | Indian Nationals only |
Important Schedule & Dates
Candidates interested in attending the interview must mark the following timeline:
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Date of Official Advertisement | 01 September 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 14 September 2026 (14-09-2026) |
| Interview Reporting Time | 04:00 PM |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
Essential Educational Qualifications:
Candidates must hold any of the following degrees from a recognized institution or university:
- M.Sc. in Geophysics / Applied Geophysics / Geophysical Technology / Geology / Applied Geology / Geological Technology / Earth Sciences
- M.Sc. Tech in Geophysics / Applied Geophysics / Geophysical Technology / Geology / Applied Geology / Geological Technology / Earth Sciences
- M.Tech. in Geophysics / Applied Geophysics / Geophysical Technology / Geology / Applied Geology / Geological Technology / Earth Sciences
- MS in Geophysics / Applied Geophysics / Geophysical Technology / Geology / Applied Geology / Geological Technology / Earth Sciences
- Integrated M.Tech. in Geophysics / Applied Geophysics / Geophysical Technology / Geology / Applied Geology / Geological Technology / Earth Sciences
- Integrated M.Sc. in Geophysics / Applied Geophysics / Geophysical Technology / Geology / Applied Geology / Geological Technology / Earth Sciences
Mandatory National Level Examination:
Candidate must possess a valid GATE or NET qualification.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Candidate should have good knowledge of MT (Magnetotelluric) / ERT (Electrical Resistivity Tomography).
Job Description & Scope of Work
The selected candidate will be assigned technical and field duties related to the ANRF sponsored project, including but not limited to:
- • MT (Magnetotelluric) and ERT (Electrical Resistivity Tomography) data acquisition in the designated survey area (Chamoli area, Uttarakhand).
- • Processing of acquired field data.
- • Inversion of field data.
- • Execution of all project-related scientific and analytical work.
Emoluments & Tenure
Monthly Salary / Fellowship:
Rs. 37,000/- + Rs. 3,700/- (10% HRA)
Duration of Project Position:
3 years (until the end of the project)
Application Process & Interview Instructions
Step-by-Step Application Procedure:
- Candidates before appearing for the interview shall ensure that they are eligible for the position they intend to apply.
- Candidates desiring to appear for the Interview should submit their applications with the required documents to the office of the Principal Investigator through email, by post, or produce them at the time of the Interview.
- Candidates must prepare an application on plain paper accompanied by a detailed CV including chronological discipline of degree/certificates obtained.
- Include complete details of experience including research, industrial field, and others.
- Attach attested copies of all degree certificates and experience certificates.
- Candidates shall bring along with them the original degree(s)/certificate(s) and experience certificate(s) at the time of interview for verification.
Documents Checklist for Interview:
- Application written on plain paper.
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating degrees/certificates in chronological order.
- Attested photocopies of degree certificates, mark sheets, and experience certificates.
- Proof of GATE / NET qualification.
- All original degree(s), certificate(s), and experience certificate(s) for physical verification.
Reservation, Allowances & Additional Information
Reservation Policy
Preference will be given to SC/ST candidates on equal qualifications and experience.
Travel Allowance Disclaimer
Please note that no TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.
Academic Opportunity
Note: The selected candidate may get an opportunity for PhD admission.
Interview Venue & Contact Information
Office of the Principal Investigator: Dr. Arun SinghDepartment: Department of Earth Sciences
Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee)
Interview Location: Committee Room, Department of Earth Sciences, IIT Roorkee
City: Roorkee
State: Uttarakhand
Country: India
Official Notification Link
Candidates are advised to review the authentic official PDF document issued by the authorities before appearing for the walk-in interview:
Download Official Notification PDF URL: https://iitr.ac.in/Careers/static/Project_Jobs/ES/2026/adv070920261.pdf
