Indian Institute of Technology, Jammu (IIT Jammu) Recruitment 2026 job opportunity

Indian Institute of Technology, Jammu (IIT Jammu) Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology, Jammu (IIT Jammu) has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). 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!

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IIT Jammu Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Jammu, Department of Physics, has invited applications for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under the ANRF-funded research project titled “Quantifying Information Flow in Gene Expression through Transcriptional and Translational Noise, RP-100356”.

Organization: Indian Institute of Technology Jammu
Department: Department of Physics
Post Name: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Total Vacancy: 1
Advertisement No.: IITJ/RC/2026-27/A-1
Advertisement Date: 07 April 2026

Job Location and Employment Details

City Jammu
State Jammu & Kashmir
Country India
Postal Code 181221
Street Address Jagti, NH-44, PO Nagrota, Jammu, J&K 181221
Employment Type Temporary / Contract / Project-based
Duration Initially one year, extendable based on satisfactory performance, purely temporary and co-terminus with the project

Salary Details

For NET/GATE or other national-level qualified candidates: INR 37,000 per month + applicable HRA

For other eligible candidates: INR 25,000 per month + applicable HRA

Important Dates

  • Notification Date: 07 April 2026
  • Last Date to Apply: 21 April 2026
  • Interview Date: Not specified; shortlisted candidates will be informed through e-mail only

Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates should be motivated and have a consistently good academic record.
  • M.Sc. in Physics or Chemistry is eligible.
  • M.Tech. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology is eligible.
  • M.Sc./M.Tech. in any other relevant discipline is also eligible.

Age Limit and Relaxation

  • Upper Age Limit: 28 years
  • SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
  • OBC-NCL: 3 years relaxation
  • Women: 5 years relaxation
  • Other Relaxations: As applicable under Government of India / ANRF norms

Application Process

  1. Fill in the application form with all required personal, academic, and supporting details.
  2. Upload scanned certificates and other supporting documents.
  3. Submit the application through the online portal.
  4. Apply through the contract/project staff/JRF/SRF tab on the application portal.
  5. Complete the submission on or before 21 April 2026.

Application Fee

No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification.

Selection Process

  • Candidates may be shortlisted based on merit and project requirement.
  • Merely meeting the prescribed qualification does not guarantee an interview call.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
  • Interview details will be shared only through e-mail.
  • The interview may be conducted in offline or online mode.

Important Instructions

  • Applicants are responsible for the authenticity of the information, documents, and photographs submitted.
  • Candidates must provide a valid active e-mail ID and correct contact number in the application form.
  • All future communication, including interview intimation and offer letter, will be sent only through e-mail.
  • Shortlisted candidates must bring an updated CV, original documents, and attested photocopies of certificates and mark sheets during the interview.
  • Candidates already employed must produce a relieving certificate from their employer if selected.
  • Candidates must upload all documents related to educational qualifications and experience.
  • No request regarding non-receipt of communication at a later stage will be entertained.

Contact Information

Principal Investigator Dr. Ajeet K. Sharma
Departments Department of Physics; Department of Biosciences & Bioengineering
Address Jagti, NH-44 Nagrota Bypass, Jammu, 182211 / IIT Jammu, Jammu, 181221
Email ajeet.sharma@iitjammu.ac.in
Helpline Number Not mentioned in the notification

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