🎓 IIT Indore Recruitment Notification – Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in Theoretical Computer Science (Advt. No. 05/08/26)

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore has announced an exciting opportunity for motivated candidates to join as a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE). The position is funded by ANRF and is part of a cutting‑edge research project titled “Towards Optimal Lower Bounds for Propositional Proof Systems.”

📌 Project Overview and Research Focus

The project lies in the domain of Propositional Proof Complexity, a subfield of theoretical computer science. It explores the limits of logical systems used in modeling combinatorial problems such as SAT solving and Integer Linear Programming, which have significant industrial applications. The fellowship is designed for candidates interested in pursuing advanced research and potentially extending their tenure into a PhD program at IIT Indore.

🧾 Position Details

  • Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
  • Number of Vacancies: 01
  • Department: Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)
  • Duration: 3 years (extendable if enrolled in PhD)
  • Funding Agency: ANRF

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

  • Essential Qualification: B.Tech or equivalent in Computer Science/ECE.
  • Desirable Qualification: M.Tech or equivalent in Computer Science.
  • Age Limit: Not specified.

💰 Fellowship and Benefits

  • Salary + HRA: Rs. 4,44,000 per annum for the first two years.
  • Salary + HRA: Rs. 5,04,000 per annum for the third year.
  • Encouragement to register for PhD at IIT Indore with fellowship extension as per institute norms.

📅 Important Dates

  • Last Date for Applications: 30 September 2026
  • Date of Interview: 05 October 2026

📝 Application Process

Interested candidates must submit a detailed softcopy of their CV along with essential qualification certificates, mark sheets, GATE certificate, and proof of date of birth in a single PDF file to sasankm@iiti.ac.in. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview, and selected candidates will be informed via email. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

🎯 Final Takeaway

This recruitment offers a prestigious opportunity for aspiring researchers to contribute to fundamental advances in theoretical computer science while building a pathway toward a PhD at IIT Indore. Candidates passionate about proof complexity and computational theory should seize this chance to work on impactful research with long‑term academic prospects.

Issued by IIT Indore, Research & Development Section, Advertisement dated 05 August 2026.