ISRO-Funded Research Opportunity at IIT – Chemistry JRF Position
IIT Madras JRF Chemistry 2026 applications are open for an ISRO-funded research project in the Department of Chemistry. This opportunity offers exciting careers in chemistry for M.Sc. Physical Chemistry graduates interested in chemistry research and laser spectroscopy. The IIT Madras Junior Research Fellow position welcomes freshers and candidates with up to two years of relevant experience, offering ₹37,000 per month plus 30% HRA.
About IIT Madras
Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) is a premier technical and research institute in Chennai, India. The institute offers advanced education and research opportunities across engineering, science, and technology. Its Department of Chemistry conducts research in various areas of chemical sciences, providing opportunities for students and researchers to gain practical experience through sponsored research projects and interdisciplinary collaborations.
Advertisement No.: ICSR/PR/Advt.210/2026
Job Overview
- Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Department: Chemistry
- Vacancies: 01
- Project Funding: ISRO
- Coordinator: Prof. Dr. Rajakumar Balla
- Fellowship: ₹37,000 + 30% HRA (₹48,100/month)
- Duration: Initially one year, extendable based on performance
- Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Job Type: Temporary, contractual
- Project Title: A new experimental system to study the gas-grain interaction in the ISM using laser spectroscopic methods.
Job Responsibilities
The selected candidate will assist in:
- Experimental setup and experimentation.
- Analysis of experimental results.
- Documentation of research findings.
Educational Qualifications
- Qualification: First Class M.Sc. in Physical Chemistry.
- Experience: Freshers or candidates with up to 2 years of relevant experience.
- Mandatory Requirement: Must have qualified GATE, JEST, NET, or another recognized National Eligibility Test.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: 30 October 2026
How to Apply?
- Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the official IIT Madras IC&SR recruitment portal.
- Application Link: https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php
Steps to Apply:
- Visit the official IIT Madras recruitment portal.
- Find advertisement ICSR/PR/Advt.210/2026.
- Register and complete the online application.
- Submit the application before 30 October 2026.
- Save a printout of the submitted application for document verification or interview.
- Hard copies should not be sent to the institute.
- Project Contact: [email protected]
The IIT Madras JRF Chemistry 2026 recruitment offers an opportunity for Physical Chemistry graduates to contribute to an ISRO-funded research project involving laser spectroscopy and gas-grain interactions. With a monthly fellowship of ₹48,100 including HRA, the position provides valuable research experience at IIT Madras. Eligible freshers and experienced candidates should complete their online applications before 30 October 2026.
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