🧪 IIT Jammu Recruitment 2026 – Applications Invited for Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

The Indian Institute of Technology Jammu (IIT Jammu) has released Advertisement No. IITJMU/RC/RP‑100387/A‑38 dated 20 August 2026 inviting applications for the temporary post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) to work on the project titled “Surveillance‑Driven Integrated Platform for Pathogen Detection in Critical Care Settings”, sanctioned by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), India.

The recruitment notification specifies the number of vacancies and duration of appointment

There is one vacancy for the JRF post. The appointment will be initially for three months, extendable up to three years based on performance.

The pay scale for the Junior Research Fellow position is attractive

The selected candidate will receive a consolidated salary of ₹37,000 per month plus 20% HRA as per project norms.

The eligibility criteria for JRF have been clearly defined

  • M.Tech: Chemical/Biotechnology/Biomedical/Biochemical Engineering or allied branches with at least 60% marks and valid GATE qualification.
  • B.Tech: Chemical/Biotechnology/Biomedical/Biochemical Engineering or allied branches with at least 60% marks and valid GATE/NET score.
  • M.Sc: Biotech/Biology/Microbiology or allied branches with valid GATE/NET score and at least 60% marks.
  • Preference: Candidates with working knowledge of molecular biology labs.

Additional norms for candidates without GATE qualification

M.Tech/M.E./B.Tech/M.Sc. degree holders who have never qualified GATE may be considered for appointment as Project Associate‑I with a consolidated remuneration of ₹30,000 per month plus HRA.

The upper age limit has been specified

The maximum age limit is 28 years. Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/EWS/Women and 3 years for OBC‑NCL candidates as per ANRF norms.

The application process has been outlined

Candidates must upload their duly filled application form, scanned certificates, and supporting documents through the IIT Jammu portal: https://apply.iitjammu.ac.in/#/home by 05 September 2026. Applications should be submitted under the [contract/project staff/JRF/SRF] tab.

The interview process will be conducted online

  • Shortlisted candidates will be informed via e‑mail.
  • They must attend the interview with updated CV and original/attested copies of mark sheets and certificates.
  • The interview will be conducted through an online platform.

The official correspondence details have been provided

For queries, candidates may contact: Dr. Dharitri Rath
Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Jammu
Jagti, NH‑44 Nagrota Bypass, Jammu – 182211
Email: dharitri.rath@iitjammu.ac.in

The conclusion of the notification highlights merit‑based selection

The IIT Jammu JRF Recruitment 2026 offers an excellent opportunity for candidates in biotechnology, chemical engineering, and allied fields to contribute to cutting‑edge research in pathogen detection. Applications close on 05 September 2026. 🧪