Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar) Recruitment 2026 job opportunity

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar) Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar) has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Post Doctoral Fellow. This is an excellent career opportunity for job seekers. Check the eligibility, salary details, and vacancy information. Don’t miss this chance—apply now for the latest recruitment!

Last Date: Sun Apr 12 2026

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IIT Gandhinagar Post Doctoral Fellow Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar), through its Research and Development Office, has invited applications for the temporary position of Post Doctoral Fellow. This recruitment is being conducted under Advertisement No. SPON/10060/Advt0161 dated 02.04.2026.

Post Name: Post Doctoral Fellow
Number of Positions: 01
Department: Chemistry
Organization: Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar

Recruitment Overview

Organization Name Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar
Recruiting Office Research and Development Office
Advertisement Number SPON/10060/Advt0161
Advertisement Date 02 April 2026
Designation Post Doctoral Fellow
Department Chemistry
Name of PI Dr. Saumyakanti Khatua
Number of Posts 01
Employment Type Temporary Position
Duration of Appointment 01 Year (Extendable for second year based on performance review)

Project Details

Project Title

Boosting Plasmonic Photocatalysis Through Optimized Charge/Energy Transfer at Nanoparticle-Molecule Interfaces

Important Dates

  • Advertisement Date: 02 April 2026
  • Last Date of Application Submission: 12 April 2026

Salary and Allowances

Consolidated Monthly Remuneration including HRA Rs. 72,000/- to Rs. 84,000/- per month (including HRA)
House Rent Allowance per Month (If applicable) Rs. 12,600/- per month

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualification and Experience

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or related field.
  • Minimum 60% marks or equivalent grade from Graduation onward.
  • Minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade in Class 10th and 12th.

Desirable Qualification and Experience

  • Experience in spectroscopy, either bulk or at single-particle concentrations, is required.
  • Experience in optical microscopy will be an added advantage.
  • Experience in nanophotonics will be an added advantage.
  • Basic programming skills in Matlab or Python will be an added advantage.

Job Description

The primary job will be to study charge/energy transfer process at metal nanoparticle-molecule interface using single-particle optical microscopy and spectroscopy techniques.

Application Process

  1. Candidates need to apply through the official application link provided in the notification.
  2. Applicants should ensure that they meet the required educational and eligibility norms before applying.
  3. The application must be submitted on or before 12 April 2026.

Appointment Terms

  • The position is temporary in nature.
  • The duration of appointment is 01 year.
  • The appointment may be extended for a second year based on performance review.
  • Eligibility norms are as per Institute norms.

Contact Information

Contact Person Dr. Saumyakanti Khatua
Department Department of Chemistry
Organization Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar
Email khatuask@iitgn.ac.in

Other Important Information

  • This recruitment is for a temporary research position at IIT Gandhinagar.
  • The position is being offered under a specific sponsored project led by Dr. Saumyakanti Khatua.
  • Only one position is available under this advertisement.
  • The notification mentions Institute norms for eligibility.

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