The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Thiruvananthapuram is hiring one Junior Research Fellow (JRF), on contract, for the externally funded ANRF project "Diophantine approximation with prime restriction". The tenure is 1 year, extendable to two or more depending on the candidate's performance. The fellowship is Rs. 37000 + HRA for the first 2 years and 42000 + HRA for the third year, and candidates must be below 25 years of age. The minimum qualification, experience and application method are given in the advertisement document linked from the notice. The last date is 30 November 2026.
IISER Thiruvananthapuram Junior Research Fellow at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram |
| Project | Diophantine approximation with prime restriction |
| Funding Agency | ANRF |
| Tenure | 1 year, extendable to two or more depending on the candidate's performance |
| Post Name(s) | Junior Research Fellow |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Pay | Rs. 37000 + HRA for 1st 2 years; 42000 + HRA for 3rd year |
| Age Limit | Below 25 years of age |
| Application Fee | Not stated in the notice |
| Selection Process | Not stated in the notice |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 November 2026 |
Who Can Apply
The notice says the minimum educational qualification is the one prescribed by the funding agency, ANRF. That qualification and the experience required are set out in the advertisement document linked from the notice (https://www.iisertvm.ac.in/files/read/opening-jrf-dr-jyothsna-2026-10-16), not on the notice page itself.
- Desirable: Candidates with a background in algebraic number theory will be preferred.
- Age: Below 25 years of age.
Pay and Tenure
The IISER Thiruvananthapuram JRF post is on contract basis. The fellowship is paid in two stages:
| Period | Fellowship |
|---|---|
| 1st and 2nd year | Rs. 37000 + HRA |
| 3rd year | 42000 + HRA |
The tenure of the post is 1 year, extendable to two or more depending on the candidate's performance.
How to Apply for IISER Thiruvananthapuram Junior Research Fellow
The notice does not describe the application steps on its own page. It says that the way to apply is given in the advertisement document at https://www.iisertvm.ac.in/files/read/opening-jrf-dr-jyothsna-2026-10-16. Applications must be made by 30 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Published Date | 16-10-2026 |
| Last Date | 30-11-2026 |
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| IISER Thiruvananthapuram JRF Advertisement Document | Qualification, experience and how to apply |
| IISER Thiruvananthapuram Official Website | Institute website |
