Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the following Positions. Interested Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with the detailed CV / As per the Norms.
🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION
Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad
🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION
The Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad, is a prestigious institution known for its excellence in engineering, applied sciences, and management education. Established in 1926, it has a rich history of contributing to the field of mining and mineral engineering and has expanded its academic offerings to include a wide range of disciplines.
💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
🎯 PROJECT DETAILS
- Title of The Project: “Development of Innovative Extraction Method for Safer Extraction of Coal Scam by Underground Method with Higher Productivity and Percentage of Extraction using Continuous Mining System”
- Principal Investigator: Prof. Arka Jyoti Das, Assistant Professor, Department of Mining Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology [(Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad-826004, Jharkhand
- Co-PI: Prof. R. M. Bhattacharjcc, Professor, Department of Mining Engineering. IIT(ISM), Prof. P. S. Paul, Professor, Department of Mining Engineering, IIT(ISM)
- Tenure of Project: Twelve Months (12) or Co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier.
🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT
Essentia) Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech. in Mining Engineering or Civil Engineering Or M.Sc./M.Sc. Tcch./M.Tech. in Mining Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, Applied Geology. Engineering Geology, Geological Technology, Tunnelling & Underground Space Technology, Rock Engineering and Underground Structures • The candidates must have qualified GATE/CSIR-UGC NET.
Desirable Qualification: M.E. / M.Tech. in relevant specializations related to Mining, Rock Mechanics, Geotechnical, or allied fields • Knowledge on underground coal mining and numerical simulation software like FLAC3D/3DEC.
🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹
Fellowship Rs. 37,000/- per month + admissible HRA in case hostel accommodation is not available.
💺 JOB LOCATION
The position is based at the Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India.
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates arc requested to submit their application through email as a single PDF file containing:
• Detailed Curriculum Vitac (CV), All marksheets (10* onwards), All certificates (I0lh onwards), Age proof Valid GATE/CS1R-UGC NET score card
The application in a single PDF file should be sent to arkajyoti@iitism.ac.in. The candidate should write
‘Application for JRF position under Project SKDP 1286 I” in the subject of the email.
📅 IMPORTANT DATE
The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 30th September 2026, 11.55p.m
📫 CONTACT INFORMATION
📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION
Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India – 826004
📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE
The Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad invites applications from eligible candidates for the Junior Research Fellow position.
Junior Research Fellow Recruitment: View Official Notification
In conclusion, the Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad, offers a promising opportunity for aspiring researchers in the field of Applied Geology. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline to be part of this esteemed institution.







