IIT Roorkee Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF) Recruitment 2026
Department of Chemical Engineering | Advertisement No.: IITR/ChED/I-PDF/2026/AA
Notice Summary: The Department of Chemical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) is inviting applications from outstanding and enthusiastic researchers for a Postdoctoral Fellowship position under the mentorship of Prof. Anshu Anand.
| Key Notification Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) |
| Department | Department of Chemical Engineering |
| Advertisement Number | IITR/ChED/I-PDF/2026/AA |
| Advertisement Date | 14th September 2026 |
| Position Title / Designation | Postdoctoral Fellowship Position (Postdoctoral Fellow) |
| Research Mentor | Prof. Anshu Anand |
| Research Project Title | Shape-Dependent Mixing Characterization of Non-Spherical Particles in Pneumatic Conveying Systems with Vertically Up-Transporting Bends |
| Total Duration | 2 Years |
| Consolidated Fellowship | Rs. 80,000/- per month + HRA (as applicable) |
| Contingency Grant | Rs. 50,000/- per annum |
| Application Deadline | 15th October 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Application Mode | Online via Email Submission (Single PDF) |
Job Location & Institutional Address
| Institute Name | Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee |
|---|---|
| Department / Street Address | Department of Chemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee |
| City | Roorkee |
| State | Uttarakhand |
| Country | India |
Fellowship Emoluments, Tenure & Termination Policy
Financial Assistance
- Monthly Fellowship: Rs. 80,000/- (Consolidated) per month.
- House Rent Allowance (HRA): HRA as applicable as per institute rules.
- Contingency Grant: Rs. 50,000/- per annum.
Tenure & Terms of Service
- Total Fellowship Tenure: The duration of the fellowship will be 2 years.
- Notice Period for Termination: The fellowship may be terminated by either side by giving one month's notice.
- Research Expectation: Prospective candidates should be passionate about working on cutting-edge research, leading to high-impact publications.
Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
Applicants must meet the following mandatory academic and research criteria set forth by the Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Roorkee:
| Requirement | Detailed Criteria |
|---|---|
| Academic Qualification | The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or other relevant allied discipline from a premier and recognized national or international institute. |
| Publication Record | The applicant must have published at least 3 research papers as first author in renowned international journals (SCI-indexed) from his/her Ph.D. research. |
| Academic & Interpersonal Skills | The candidate should possess strong academic credentials and soft skills to mentor laboratory students. |
| Thesis Submitted Candidates | Candidates who have recently submitted their thesis are also eligible to apply, subject to the condition that they should furnish proof of the award of a Ph.D. degree at the time of interview if shortlisted. |
Important Note for Recent Ph.D. Scholars:
Thesis-submitted candidates must ensure that official proof of the award of their Ph.D. degree is available and submitted at the time of the personal interview round if they are shortlisted.
Important Dates & Schedule
| Event / Activity | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Official Advertisement Release Date | 14th September 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 15th October 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Interview Schedule | To be communicated to shortlisted candidates |
Crucial Deadline Alert: Applications received after the closing deadline (15th October 2026, 5:00 PM) will strictly not be considered.
Selection Process
Scrutiny & Shortlisting
Applications will be screened and shortlisted based on essential academic qualifications, the requirement of at least 3 first-author SCI-indexed journal publications, and overall research credentials. Interview
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. Candidates who applied based on thesis submission status must furnish valid proof of Ph.D. degree conferral at this stage. Application Procedure & Submission Guidelines
Eligible applicants must follow the structured steps below to submit their applications via electronic mail:
- Prepare Application Documents: Candidates must compile the following three components into a single PDF file:
- Covering Letter: Must clearly mention the Advertisement Number (
Advt. No.: IITR/ChED/I-PDF/2026/AA), the Advertisement Date (14th September 2026), and the exact title of the position applied for (Postdoctoral Fellowship Position). - Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV): Containing comprehensive academic, research, and mentoring background details.
- List of Publications: Highlighting first-author SCI-indexed journal papers resulting from Ph.D. research.
- Covering Letter: Must clearly mention the Advertisement Number (
- PDF Compilation: Merge the covering letter, detailed CV, and list of publications into a single consolidated PDF document. Multiple loose attachments should be avoided.
- Email Submission: Send the compiled single PDF file directly by email to:
Email Address: anshu.anand@ch.iitr.ac.in - Submission Deadline: The email containing the application must be sent before 15th October 2026 (5:00 PM). Late submissions will be rejected.
Helpline & Contact Information
| Designated Mentor / Faculty | Prof. Anshu Anand |
|---|---|
| Department | Department of Chemical Engineering |
| Institution | Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) |
| Application Submission Email | anshu.anand@ch.iitr.ac.in |
Official Links & Reference Documents
| Resource Description | Direct Web Link |
|---|---|
| IIT Roorkee Official Portal | Visit Official Website |
| Official PDF Advertisement Notification | Download Official Notification PDF |
Direct Notification URL: https://iitr.ac.in/Careers/static/Post_Doctoral_Fellowship/CH/2026/adv150920261.pdf
