Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Junior Research Fellowship – Research (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 Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) has released an official advertisement inviting online applications for the position of Junior Research Fellowship – Research (JRF). The position is available under a sponsored research project in the School of Medical Science and Technology. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online before the closing date mentioned in the notification.

The recruitment is being conducted under a time-bound sponsored research project titled “Disposal Strip Kit for Early and Non-Invasive Diagnosis of Chronic Kidney Disease (DISK-CKD)”. The selected candidate will work on research related to biosensor device development and microfluidics technology.

Recruitment Overview

Organization Name	Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur)
Advertisement Number	IIT/SRIC/R/KND/2026/101
Notification Date	19 February 2026
Designation	Junior Research Fellowship – Research (JRF)
Number of Vacancies	1 Post
Department	School of Medical Science and Technology
Project Name	Disposal Strip Kit for Early and Non-Invasive Diagnosis of Chronic Kidney Disease (DISK-CKD)
Project Code	R/KND
Principal Investigator	Prof./Dr. Gorachand Dutta
Employment Type	Temporary / Contract (Project Based)
Monthly Salary	Up to ₹40,000 per month (Consolidated, depending on qualification and experience)

Job Location Details

City	Kharagpur
State	West Bengal
Country	India
Postal Code	721302
Street Address	Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, School of Medical Science and Technology Campus

Important Dates

Notification Release Date: 19 February 2026
Last Date to Submit Application: 15 March 2026

Research Project Details

The recruitment is being conducted for a sponsored research project titled “Disposal Strip Kit for Early and Non-Invasive Diagnosis of Chronic Kidney Disease (DISK-CKD)”.

The project focuses on the development of advanced biosensor devices and microfluidic technologies for early and non-invasive diagnosis of chronic kidney disease. The research work involves design, fabrication, and characterization of biosensing platforms and nanomaterials suitable for biomedical diagnostic applications.

The selected candidate will work under the supervision of the Principal Investigator in the School of Medical Science and Technology at IIT Kharagpur.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates with M.Sc. in Physics, Materials Science, or Chemistry are preferred.
Candidates with B.Tech. or M.Tech. in the following engineering disciplines are also eligible:
- Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)
- Mechanical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
Valid GATE score is required for M.Sc. and B.Tech. candidates.

Desired Experience

Experience in biosensor device development using microfluidics technology.
Knowledge of microfabrication techniques.
Experience working with electrochemical biosensors.
Experience in synthesis, fabrication, and characterization of nanomaterials.
Experience with gas sensing technologies.
Research experience in microfluidics and microfabrication technologies.

Age Limit

Maximum Age: 35 Years
Age will be calculated as on the last date of advertisement.

Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
General / Male / OBC	Not Applicable
Female Candidates	₹0
SC / ST Candidates	₹0

Bank Details for Application Fee Deposit

Bank Name	State Bank of India
Branch	IIT Kharagpur Technology Branch
Account Name	IIT SRIC-OM Account
Account Number	39502115210
IFSC Code	SBIN0000202
SWIFT Code	SBININBB339
Branch Address	P.O. Kharagpur Technology, District Midnapore, West Bengal – 721302

Candidates must mention the transaction details such as UTR number or Transaction ID in the application form after making the payment through RTGS, NEFT, or Net Banking.

Selection Process

Shortlisting of candidates based on eligibility and qualifications.
Interview conducted by the institute.

The qualifications and experience prescribed are the minimum requirements. Mere possession of the required qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be called for the interview.

Tenure of Appointment

The appointment will be for a duration of 18 months.
The tenure may end earlier if the project is completed before the specified duration.

Career Opportunity

Upon successful completion of the project and satisfactory performance, the selected candidate may be eligible to convert the Junior Research Fellowship position into the Institute Ph.D. Programme.

Sponsoring Agency

The research project is sponsored by the following organization:

Organization	TIH Foundation for IoT and IoE (TIH-IoT)
Institute	Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
Address	3rd Floor, CSRE Building, IIT Bombay Campus, Powai, Mumbai, Maharashtra – 400076

Important Instructions

The position is purely temporary and is linked to the duration of the sponsored research project.
Appointment to this position does not guarantee permanent employment at IIT Kharagpur.
Candidates must ensure that all information provided in the application form is correct and complete.
Incomplete or incorrect applications may be rejected by the institute.
Age calculation will be done as on the last date of advertisement.

Official Website

Candidates can visit the official recruitment page for temporary research jobs at IIT Kharagpur through the following link:

https://erp.iitkgp.ac.in/SricWeb/temporaryJobs.htm

Official Notification

Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying to ensure that they meet all eligibility criteria and understand the recruitment process.

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