Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur is inviting applications from eligible candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). This opportunity is part of a prestigious research project funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India. If you are a motivated and enthusiastic individual with a background in Metallurgical, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to advance your research career.
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 Kharagpur
🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, one of the premier institutions in India, is renowned for its cutting-edge research and academic excellence. The institute is committed to fostering innovation and providing a conducive environment for research and development across various disciplines.
💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
🎯 Project Details
- Project Title: “Developing an inexpensive low-carbon micro-alloyed dual-phase steel as a unique and singular steel for the entire car body(AUB) “
- Sponsor: Department of Science and Technology (DST) (Government of India, Ministry of Science and Technology, KIRAN DIVISION, Technology Bhavan, New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi-110 016)
- PI: Somjeet Biswas Department: Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
- Ref No.: IIT/SRIC/R/AUB/2026/101, Ref Date: 25-09-2026
🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT
Qualifications & experience as prescribed by Norms.
The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website. Candidates should have a Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science or a Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in Professional Course. Selection is through National Eligibility Tests like CSIR-UGC NET or GATE, or through national level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies.
🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹
As Per Norms. The fellowship is Rs. 37,000 + 10% HRA per month, with potential for increase upon conversion to SRF in the third year.
💺 JOB LOCATION
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, Kharagpur, West Bengal, India.
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates may send their latest Curriculum Vitae, along with scanned copies of certificates/documents/degrees, to somjeetbiswas@metal.iitkgp.ac.in as a single PDF document with the subject “Application JRF DST/SB/2026” on or before 09/10/2026.
Interested candidates may send their latest Curriculum vitae, along with scanned copies of certificates/documents/degrees, to somjeetbiswas@metal.iitkgp.ac.in as a single PDF document with the subject Application JRF DST/SB/2026 on or before 09/10/2026. Candidate may please note the following: 1. Shortlisted candidate(s) would be informed of the date and time of the interview via email, well in advance, which is likely to take place online in the third or fourth week of Oct 2026. No separate letter will be issued for the interview. 2. Candidates will be shortlisted for the interview based on merit. 3. The selected candidate can be considered for the PhD program after fulfilling the required criteria as per IIT Kharagpur rules. 4. A call for the interview is not a guarantee of selection. 5. No communications will be entertained for being called/not- called and/or selected/not selected for the advertised position. For any other information/clarifications related to the research project, the applicants may contact the Principal Investigator at somjeetbiswas@metal.iitkgp.ac.in
📅 IMPORTANT DATE
The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 09/10/2026
📫 CONTACT INFORMATION
📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION
Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, Kharagpur, West Bengal-721302, India.
📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur invites applications from eligible candidates for the Junior Research Fellow position.
Junior Research Fellow Recruitment: View Official Notification
Reference: https://erp.iitkgp.ac.in/SricWeb/temporaryJobs.htm
This opportunity at IIT Kharagpur offers a unique chance to engage in groundbreaking research in the field of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering. Candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered for this prestigious position.
