Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the ANRF Junior Research Fellow (ANRF JRF) position at the Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad. This opportunity is part of a sponsored project focusing on the Coupled Thermo-Hydro-Mechanical Analysis of Gas Hydrate Dissociation and Slope Stability in the Krishna-Godavari Basin under Climate Change. Interested candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with a detailed CV as per the norms.

🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION

Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad is a premier engineering and research institution located in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India. Known for its cutting-edge research and academic excellence, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad offers a vibrant environment for innovation and learning, particularly in the fields of engineering, applied sciences, and management.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• ANRF Junior Research Fellow (ANRF JRF)

🎯PROJECT TITLE

• Coupled Thermo-Hydro-Mechanical Analysis of Gas Hydrate Dissociation and Slope Stability in the Krishna-Godavari Basin under Climate Change.

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

• MTech. in Geotechnical Engineering/ Earthquake Engineering/ Soil Dynamics/ Earth Sciences or equivalent specializations. • Candidate must be GATE/NET qualified. • B.Tech. in Civil Engineering/ Earth Sciences. Note: Candidates awaiting their MTech. degree results are eligible to apply.

Desirable qualifications include exposure to constitutive modelling, numerical modelling, slope stability analysis, and proficiency in FLAC, Python, and PLAXIS.

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

The fellowship is ₹37,000 per month plus 20% HRA for the first two years and ₹42,000 per month plus 20% HRA for the third year. HRA is admissible in lieu of non-availability of hostel accommodation.

💺 JOB LOCATION

 Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School Mines) Dhanbad-826 004, Jharkhand, India

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Interested and eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications, including an updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates, and a passport-sized photograph, to the specified email address. Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date. Note that mere possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to the interview. Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit and project requirements. Apply through the Google Form: https://forms.gle/49aKY8GP6MbACWdPA

All candidates should make their own arrangements for their stay at Dhanbad, if required. No TA/DA will be paid to attend the interview, which may be conducted online or in-person.

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before July 15, 2026, at 6:00 PM

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

Office of the Dean (Research & Development), Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School mines) Dhanbad-826 004, Jharkhand, India.

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

The Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad invites applications from eligible candidates for the ANRF Junior Research Fellow (ANRF JRF) position under the ANRF Project.

For more details, View Official Notification

Reference: https://people.iitism.ac.in/~download/projectOpening//uploads/pdfprj/1732/Project%20JRF_2026-06-29_19-19-01.pdf

 This opportunity at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad offers a unique chance to contribute to significant research in the field of geomechanics and climate change impact analysis. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline to be part of this innovative project.