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 (ISM) Dhanbad
🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION
The Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad, located in Jharkhand, India, is a premier institution known for its excellence in engineering, science, and technology education and research. The institute is committed to fostering innovation and research in various fields, contributing significantly to the nation’s development.
💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION
- ANRF Junior Research Fellow (ANRF JRF)
🎯Project Details
- Title of The Project –“Integration of IoT-Enabled Sensors with Groundwater Models for Real-Time Monitoring of Nitrate Transport: Field Application to Lower Ganga River Basin”
- Principal Investigator -Prof. Tinesh Pathania, Assistant Professor, Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, IIT(ISM) Dhanbad, Jharkhand-826004, India, Email: tineshpathania@iitism.ac.in
- Tenure of Project – Initially for a period of 1 year and can be extended based on the performance to 3 years. The selected candidate may be considered for a PhD position, subject to meeting the admission criteria of IIT(ISM) Dhanbad.
🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT
Essential Qualification: M.Tech in Environmental Engineering/ Environmental Science and Engineering/Water Resources Engineering/ Hydrology/Agricultural Engineering/ Remote Sensing and GIS OR M.Sc. in Environmental Science, and related fields. Candidate must be GATE/NET qualified. Candidates awaiting M.Tech/M.Sc. results are eligible to apply.
Desirable Qualification: Basic knowledge of MATLAB/Python. Exposure to Finite Difference Method (FDM) or other numerical techniques is desirable.
The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website.
🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹
Fellowship Rs. 37000/- per month for the first two years and Rs. 42000/- per month for the 3rd year. (20% HRA admissible subject to non-availability of hostel accommodation)
💺 JOB LOCATION
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, Jharkhand-826004, 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. The application should be submitted as a single PDF with scanned self-attested copies of all certificates regarding educational qualification, age, and GATE/NET scorecard, along with their CV by Email to tineshpathania@iitism.ac.in on or before June 30, 2026, by 5:00 PM. The subject line of the email should be “Application for JRF position under ANRF/ARG/2025/004357/ENS project”.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the date of the interview. Mere possession of minimum qualification does not guarantee an invitation to the interview. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their merit and as per the requirement of the project. All candidates should make their own arrangements for their stay at Dhanbad, if required. No TA/DA will be paid to attend the interview.
📅 IMPORTANT DATE
The last date for receiving applications is On or Before June 30, 2026, by 5:00 PM.
📫 CONTACT INFORMATION
📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION
Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad, Jharkhand-826004, India
📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE
The Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad invites applications from eligible candidates for the Junior Research Fellow position under the ANRF ARG Project.
For more details, please refer to the Official Notification
In conclusion, the Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad offers a promising opportunity for aspiring researchers to contribute to a significant project on IoT-enabled sensors and groundwater models. This position not only provides a competitive salary but also the potential for academic advancement through a PhD opportunity. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline to be part of this innovative research initiative.
