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 Roorkee

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) is one of the premier institutes of national importance in higher technological education and in engineering, basic and applied research. Established in 1847, it is among the oldest technical institutions in Asia and has played a vital role in providing technical manpower and expertise to the country.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

🎯 Project Details

• Title of project: “Recovery of potash values from nepheline syenite and feldspar”
• Sponsor of the project: Ministry of Mines
• Duration: 24 mouths with possibility of enrolling in PhD program
• Principal Investigator – Smitirup a Biswal

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

B.Tech/M.Tech degree in Metallurgy/Materials Science and Engineering or equivalent with GATE Qualification (necessary)

M.Sc in Chemistry/Materials Science and allied streams with Mathematics at the Undergraduate level and GATE Qualification (necessary) GATE/UGC-NET Qualification (necessary)

The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website.

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

Rs. 37000/month

💺 JOB LOCATION

Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India

📝 HOW TO APPLY

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 following documents to the office of Principal Investigator through email (smitirupa.biswal@mt.iitr.ac.in),

• Application in a plain paper with detailed CV including chronological discipline of degree certificates obtained. Experience including research, industrial field and others.

• Attested copies of degree/certificate and experience certificate. Candidate shall bring along with them the original degree(s)/certificate(s) and experience certificates) at the time of interview for verification.

Preference will be given to SC ST candidates on equal qualifications and experience.

Please note that no TA-DA is admissible for attending the interview.

Note: The selected candidate may get an opportunity for PhD admission. 

The last date for application to be submitted to office of Principal Investigator is 11th Sept. 2026 2026 by 5 PM. (not applicable for walk in interview)

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 11th September 2026

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee – 247667, Uttarakhand, India

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee invites applications from eligible candidates for the Junior Research Fellow position.

Junior Research Fellow Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://iitr.ac.in/Careers/static/Project_Jobs/MME/2026/adv0109202610.pdf

In conclusion, the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow in the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to advance their research careers in a prestigious institution. Interested candidates should ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and submit their applications by the specified deadline.