IISER Bhopal Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The Department of Chemical Engineering at IISER Bhopal has one opening for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) or PA-1 in a research project funded by SERB, DST. Applications go by email only, and the last date is 3 November 2026, so there is less than a week left. Candidates with a B.Tech. and M.Tech. in a chemical or materials field, or a B.Sc. (Hons) and M.Sc. in Chemistry, can apply if they are below 28 years of age. The fellowship pays Rs. 37,000 a month plus HRA to candidates who have qualified CSIR/UGC NET or GATE.

IISER Bhopal JRF Recruitment 2026 Overview

About IISER Bhopal

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal is on Bhopal Bypass Road, Bhauri, Bhopal 462066, Madhya Pradesh. This post is in its Department of Chemical Engineering. The fellow will work in the research group of Dr. Paramita Das, Assistant Professor, on a project funded by the SERB, DST, New Delhi, Government of India.

Project and Nature of the Position

The project is called "Metal-Organic-Framework-based Electrochemical Sensors Incorporated on a Paper Scaffold for the Detection of Heavy Metal Ions in Water". It is open to Indian nationals. The notice describes the job as a Project-JRF. It runs "for 1 month or till the completion of the project". The notice also says this project-JRF position can be converted into an institute-funded PhD in the 2026-27 December cycle.

IISER Bhopal JRF Vacancy Details 2026

IISER Bhopal JRF Eligibility 2026

Age Limit

Candidates should be below 28 years old.

Essential Qualification

• B.Tech. and M.Tech. in Polymer Science and Engineering / Chemical Engineering / Materials Science and Engineering / Chemical Technology, or B.Sc. (Hons) and M.Sc. degree in Chemistry, from a recognized University/Institute.
• Minimum 60% marks or a CGPA of 7.5 and above on a scale of 10.

Preferred

• A pass in a national-level examination such as GATE/CSIR-JRF/NET(JRF)/UGC-JRF/Rajiv Gandhi Fellowship, or any other equivalent fellowship, in Engineering Sciences/Chemical Engineering/Chemistry/Chemical Sciences/allied areas.
• Prior knowledge of Electrochemistry and some experience in electrochemical analysis and in designing materials for sensing applications (the notice says these candidates are "highly preferred").

Desirable

• Subject knowledge in electrochemistry and some experience with electrochemical characterization techniques, e.g., CV, EIS, stripping voltammetry and DPV.
• Mathematics as a subsidiary subject at the 12th and bachelor's level.
• Good analytical skills, some experience with characterization techniques such as SEM, UV-Vis and XRD, experiment design, handling of sophisticated equipment, and good English writing skills.

Check the official notification for the full eligibility conditions of the post.

Important Dates

Selection Process

Applications are shortlisted first. Only shortlisted applicants will be told and called for an interview. The institute will not reply to other messages while selection is going on, and it will not pay TA/DA for attending.

How to Apply for IISER Bhopal JRF Recruitment 2026

1. Put the full application into ONE single PDF file.
2. Include a cover letter with a detailed CV and photograph.
3. Give the names of two referees.
4. Attach copies of all your credentials, including mark sheets from the 12th standard onwards and your NET/GATE qualification certificates.
5. Email the PDF to [email protected] with the subject line "JRF Application for ANRF SPG project".
6. Make sure the email arrives on or before 3 November 2026. Incomplete applications will be rejected without review.

Send applications to: Dr. Paramita Das, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemical Engineering, Office 307, Academic Building -4, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal, Bhopal Bypass Road, Bhauri, Bhopal 462066.

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