Indian Institute of Information Technology Bhopal Applications are invited from motivated and eligible candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Job Opportunity 2026

The Indian Institute of Information Technology Bhopal is inviting applications from motivated and eligible candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). This opportunity is part of a significant research project under the ANRF PAIR SAKSHAM initiative, focusing on Scientific Advancements in Knowledge for the National Research Foundation. The project is a collaborative effort between the Indian Institute of Technology Indore and IIIT Bhopal, with a focus on Advanced Materials and Health and Medical Technologies.

Description

The Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position is a prestigious opportunity for candidates interested in contributing to cutting-edge research in Advanced Materials and Health and Medical Technologies. The project is part of the ANRF PAIR program, which aims to foster scientific advancements and innovation. The research will be conducted at the hub institution, IIT Indore, in collaboration with IIIT Bhopal, providing a dynamic and interdisciplinary environment for research.

Position

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Project Details

Project Title: “SAKSHAM – Scientific Advancements in Knowledge for Sustainability, Healthcare, and Materials,”

Duration: Initial appointment up to 31st March 2027, likely to continue till the project ends.

Funded by: Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)

PI: ANRF PAIR-SAKSHAM

Eligibility

Candidates must have a post-graduation degree in Basic Sciences, Engineering, Pharmacy, or Technology with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks for general category and 55% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PH candidates from a UGC recognized University/Institute. A desirable qualification includes CSIR/UGC-NET/SET or GATE/GPAT qualification. Prior experience in techniques related to Advanced Materials and Health and Medical Technologies is preferred.

Minimum Monthly Remuneration

• Rs. 37,000/- per month plus 20% HRA as per norms

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications in the prescribed format, including all relevant educational certificates scanned into a single PDF file. Applications must be submitted through the Google form available at this link. https://forms.gle/uwyw5mRSzHf6VtHH9. Incomplete applications will be rejected. Priority will be given to applicants from SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PH categories with a valid Madhya Pradesh domicile certificate, if suitable.

Important Date

The application submission is on a rolling basis, with the next cutoff date being 15th November 2026.

Job Location 🇮🇳

 Indian Institute of Information Technology Bhopal, Bhopal-462 003, Madhya Pradesh, India.

For Additional Information

For more details about the project and the application process, please refer to the official notification available at this link.

Reference: https://iiitbhopal.ac.in/Media/Notice/N26100011/61177.pdf

Highlights

This JRF position offers a unique opportunity to work on a government-funded project with a monthly salary of Rs. 37,000 plus HRA. It is ideal for candidates with a background in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, or related fields, looking to advance their research careers in a collaborative and innovative environment.

🔖 Post Expires on 15^th November 2026