Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Post Doctoral Researcher Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official IIT Gandhinagar website. The last date to submit the application form is 06-03-2026. In this article, you’ll find the IIT Gandhinagar Post Doctoral Researcher Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Offline application form.
IITGN Post-Doctoral Researcher Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Post-Doctoral Researcher |
| Qualification | Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline |
| Apply Last Date | February 6, 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Email (single PDF file) |
| Official Website | https://iitgn.ac.in |
Vacancy Details
- Post Name: Post-Doctoral Researcher
- Total Posts: 1
- Project: Optimizing Ligand-Perovskite Nanocrystal Interfaces for Enhanced CO₂ Photoreduction: A Computational Framework
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Essential: Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
- Minimum academic performance: 60% or equivalent grade from Graduation onward; 55% or equivalent in Class 10th and 12th.
Preferred Skills / Experience:
- Prior experience in two or more of: Density Functional Theory (DFT), Ab initio Molecular Dynamics, Classical Molecular Dynamics, Kinetic Monte Carlo.
- Excellent programming skills (preferably Python, Fortran, or C++).
- Analytical skills and knowledge of high-performance computing (HPC).
- Added advantage: Expertise in high-throughput computing, machine learning methods, and optimization methods.
Experience Required: Prior relevant computational experience as listed above (post-Ph.D. research experience preferred but not explicitly mandated beyond skills).
Fellowship / Salary
- Post-Doctoral Researcher: INR 72,000/- to 84,000/- per month (Consolidated).
- Appointment: Initial 12 months, extendable up to maximum 3 years based on performance and funding availability.
Important Dates
- Notification Release / Opening: Immediate / Recent (as of early 2026).
- Application Start: Open now.
- Application Last Date: February 6, 2026.
- No other dates (exam, interview, etc.) specified—selection likely based on application review, possible interview.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on CV, cover letter, research statement, recommendations, and qualifications.
- Likely interview / discussion with the PI (Anirban Mondal).
- Document verification (originals required upon selection).
How to Apply
Candidates must email their application as a single PDF file to [email protected].
Required Documents:
- Detailed CV (including academic records, fellowships, awards, publications, talks/posters, computational expertise).
- Cover letter explaining suitability for this position and project.
- Short research statement (maximum 1 page).
- Two letters of recommendation (sent directly by referees to [email protected]).
- Scanned copy of Ph.D. certificate (or formal confirmation/thesis submission proof).
Selected candidates must provide original degree certificates for verification—failure to do so cancels the offer.
Application Deadline: February 6, 2026.
IIT Gandhinagar Post Doctoral Researcher Important Links
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