Junior Research Fellow Position at IIT Indore under BRNS Project
An IIT Indore JRF opportunity has emerged for aspiring researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Indore. The institute invites applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in a project funded by the Board of Research in Nuclear Sciences (BRNS). Interested candidates with relevant qualifications are encouraged to apply by 18 September 2026.
About the Indian Institute of Technology Indore
The Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT Indore) is a premier institute in India, recognized for its commitment to excellence in education and research in the field of engineering and technology. Located in Simrol, Madhya Pradesh, IIT Indore focuses on innovative research and development across various domains, contributing to the advancement of science and technology in the country.
Project Details:
- Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Advertisement No: 53/20/01/2024
- Date: 03 September 2026
- Number of Vacancies: 01
- Project Title: Development of thermally deposited noble-metal-free mixed metal oxide electrodes for application in harsh corrosive environments
- Department: Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science
- Fellowship Duration: 1 year and 4 months or co-terminus with the project
IIT Indore JRF Job Description
In this IIT Indore JRF role, the selected candidate will be responsible for the synthesis of acid-stable transition metal oxide-based electrocatalysts and studying their electrochemical and corrosion behavior in corrosive environments.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: M. Tech. / ME in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering/ Materials Science and Engineering/ Mechanical Engineering/ Nanotechnology or equivalent (with first division as defined by the awarding Institute/University); OR Master’s degree in Chemistry/Materials Science or equivalent (with first division as defined by the awarding Institute/University).
- GATE/NET-LS qualified candidates will be preferred.
- Age Limit: Maximum 30 years (3 years relaxation for OBC candidates, 5 years relaxation for SC/ST/Physically Handicapped/Female candidates).
Fellowship: Rs. 37,000/- p.m. (Consolidated)
How to Apply:
- Interested candidates are requested to submit a detailed softcopy of their CV with all relevant educational and category certificates (if applicable) in a single PDF file to nisheeth@iiti.ac.in with the subject line “JRF application for BRNS project” by 18 September 2026.
- Tentative Date of Interview: Last week of September 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview (online). Selected candidates will be intimated by email.
Address for Correspondence:
- Dr. Nisheeth Kumar Prasad (Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science, IIT Indore); Contact: +91 731 660 3175 (O); +91 7726938388 (M); Webpage: https://sites.google.com/iiti.ac.in/nisheeth/home
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This IIT Indore JRF opportunity represents a significant step for candidates looking to advance their careers in research. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply before the deadline of 18 September 2026 to secure their chance to contribute to groundbreaking research in the field of materials science.
