The Department of Information Technology at ABV Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management (ABV-IIITM), Gwalior, has advertised a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position in the ANRF-sponsored project "ExAID" under Dr. Saswata Roy. The fellowship is Rs. 37,000 + HRA (18%), initially for one year. Candidates need a postgraduate degree in the listed disciplines, or a B.E./B.Tech. with a valid GATE score, or a postgraduate degree in Basic Sciences with valid NET/GATE. Fill in the Google form and email the CV and Annexure I to [email protected] by 25 November 2026.
ABV-IIITM Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | ABV Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management (ABV-IIITM), Gwalior |
| Advertisement No. | ANRF/IRG/2025/000979/ENS |
| Department | Information Technology |
| Project | ExAID: An Explainable AI-Driven Multilingual Deepfake Detection tool with Browser Integration |
| Funding Agency | ANRF |
| Tenure | Initially one year, may be extended up to two additional years; maximum three years |
| Post Name(s) | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Pay | Rs. 37,000 + HRA (18%) |
| Job Location | ABV-IIITM, Gwalior |
| Application Mode | Google form, plus CV and application form by email |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 November 2026 |
The official notification does not specify the number of vacancies, the age limit or the application fee.
About ABV-IIITM
ABV-IIITM, Gwalior is described in the notice as an autonomous institute under MHRD, Government of India. Its address is NH-10, Morena Link Road, Gwalior – 474015 (M.P.), India. The project is supervised by Dr. Saswata Roy, Assistant Professor, Department of Information Technology.
The ExAID project aims to develop an Explainable Multimodal Deepfake Detection framework for identifying AI-generated and manipulated content. It combines deep learning models with Explainable AI techniques and an artificial thresholding mechanism. The project will also build a multilingual audio-visual deepfake dataset covering regional languages and different demographic groups, including children, men, women and elderly individuals. It will develop real-time detection through browser extensions and social media integration, and a web-based dashboard.
Who Can Apply
The essential qualification is any one of the following, as printed in the notice:
- Postgraduate Degree (M.E./M.Tech./M.S.) in Computer Science / Information Technology / Electronics and Communication Engineering / Electrical Engineering or related fields, OR
- Graduate Degree (B.E./B.Tech.) in the above disciplines with a valid GATE score, OR
- Postgraduate Degree in Basic Sciences (such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics) with a valid NET/GATE qualification.
Desirable qualifications:
- Must have a mathematical background.
- Good knowledge of Machine Learning or Deep Neural Network.
- Proficiency in Python and Deep learning platforms such as Pytorch/Keras/Tensorflow.
The notice does not mention an age limit or a required work experience. Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility.
Pay and Tenure
The fellowship is Rs. 37,000 + HRA (18%), as per ANRF and Institute norms and subject to availability of funds. The position is initially for one year. It may be extended for up to two additional years based on performance or till the completion of the project, whichever is earlier. The total duration extends for a maximum of three years.
If performance is unsatisfactory, the position can be terminated with one month's notice. Selected candidates can be enrolled in the Ph.D. programme as per the institute's norms.
How to Apply for ABV-IIITM Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Fill up the Google form: https://forms.gle/2JoZDZC1HeTfamxC8
- Prepare a detailed CV with academic details with percentage/CGPA, research work/projects, and work experience (if any).
- Fill in the application form attached to the notice as Annexure I.
- Email the CV and the Annexure I form to [email protected].
- Write the subject line: "Application for the JRF position in the ANRF sponsored project (ANRF/IRG/2025/000979/ENS)."
Documents named in the notice
- Detailed CV with academic details (percentage/CGPA), research work/projects and work experience (if any).
- Application form (Annexure I).
Selection and Interview
Only shortlisted candidates will be informed by e-mail about the interview. The interview will be conducted in person (offline mode) at ABV-IIITM Gwalior. The interview date is not specified in the notice. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of advertisement | 10 November 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 25 November 2026 |
Important Instructions
- Both steps are asked for: the Google form and the email with CV and Annexure I.
- The fellowship is subject to availability of funds.
- No TA/DA is provided for the interview.
- For queries, the notice gives the phone number +91-7761807224 and the email [email protected].
ABV-IIITM Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Google form and Annexure I |
| Official Notification PDF | Advertisement ANRF/IRG/2025/000979/ENS |
| ABV-IIITM Official Website | Institute website |
