Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad Junior Research Fellow position under the TTDF scheme of DBN (DoT) and assigned to TCOE India Job 2026

The Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad, is inviting applications for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under the TTDF scheme of DBN (DoT), assigned to TCOE India. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a strong background in electronics and photonics, offering a pathway to further academic and professional growth.

Description

The JRF position is part of a project focused on designing Silicon Photonic Chip-based N × N Photonic Switches for 6G and beyond. The project involves designing an integrated Silicon Photonic N × N optical switch, validating its performance through simulation, preparing fabrication-ready layouts, and conducting device and system-level characterization. This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in photonics and telecommunications.

Position

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Eligibility

First Class or First Division with minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA in M. Tech. / M.E. / MS in Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Telecommunication or related field [OR] B. Tech / B.E. or equivalent degree in Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Tele-communication [OR] M.Sc. in Electronics, [OR] M.Sc. in Physics (Specialization in Electronics/Photonics). The candidate must have qualified GATE/NET.

Minimum Monthly Remuneration

• Rs. 37,000/- for the 1st and 2nd Year
• Rs. 42,000/- for the 3rd Year

How to Apply

Interested candidates should fill out the online application form available at this link.  https://forms.gle/q7W8stecam4XLn7o6. Applicants must attach all supporting documents, including self-attested copies of educational qualifications, experience certificates, age proof, valid caste certificate (if applicable), copies of publications, awards, recommendation letters, CV with photo, and GATE/NET/National level examination qualification certificate. Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview date. Note that mere possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview invitation.

Important Date

The deadline for application submission is 17th August 2026, by 04:00 PM.

Job Location

Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad, Jharkhand- 826 004, India.

For Additional Information

For more details, refer to the official notification available here. For queries, contact Prof. Devendra Chack, Associate Professor, Department of Electronics Engineering, IIT(ISM) Dhanbad, via email at devendra@iitism.ac.in. 

Reference: https://people.iitism.ac.in/~download/projectOpening//uploads/pdfprj/963/Project%20JRF_2026-07-30_19-20-12.pdf

Highlights

This JRF position offers a government job opportunity in the National Technical Research Organisation, with a monthly salary ranging from Rs. 37,000 to Rs. 42,000. It is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a background in Electronics, Computer Science, and related fields to engage in advanced research and potentially pursue a PhD at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad.

🔖 Post Expires on 17^thAugust 2026