IIT Jammu Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Institute of Technology Jammu (IIT Jammu) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Junior Research Fellow Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official IIT Jammu website. The last date to submit the application form is 04-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the IIT Jammu Junior Research Fellow Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

IIT Jammu Junior Research Fellow 2026 – Important Details

IIT Jammu Junior Research Fellow 2026 Vacancy Details

The total number of vacancies for IIT Jammu Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 is 1 post in the Microelectronics research area.

Eligibility Criteria for IIT Jammu Junior Research Fellow 2026

1. Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications to apply for IIT Jammu Junior Research Fellow positions:

For General/EWS/OBC Category Candidates:

• M.E./M.Tech or equivalent in ECE/EIE/EEE/ETC/EE or other allied branches with 60% marks or a CGPA of 6.0 on a 10.00-point scale; OR
• B.E./B.Tech or equivalent in ECE/EIE/EEE/ETC/EE or other allied branches with 60% marks or a CGPA of 6.0 on a 10.00-point scale; OR
• A valid GATE Score for a candidate applying for Ph.D. directly after B.E./B.Tech./M.Sc.

For SC/ST/PH Category Candidates:

• M.E./M.Tech or equivalent in ECE/EIE/EEE/ETC/EE or other allied branches with 55% marks or a CGPA of 5.5 on a 10.00-point scale; OR
• B.E./B.Tech or equivalent in ECE/EIE/EEE/ETC/EE or other allied branches with 55% marks or a CGPA of 5.5 on a 10.00-point scale; OR
• A valid GATE Score for a candidate applying for Ph.D. directly after B.E./B.Tech./M.Sc.

Note: No percentage criteria will be applied for class 10th and 12th marks for all categories of application.

Additional: Candidates who have submitted/defended PhD thesis in Microelectronics or allied subjects can also apply.

2. Age Limit

The age limit for IIT Jammu Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 is:

• Maximum Age: 28 years
• Age Relaxation: As per Government of India rules
  • 5 years for SC/ST candidates
  • 3 years for OBC (NCL) candidates
  • Women and other eligible categories as per GoI norm

4. Desirable Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of semiconductor physics
• Basic knowledge of device simulation

Project Objective and Job Description

Brief Objective of Project

The project is titled "Design and development of Ultraviolet detectors based on wideband gap semiconductors" and is sponsored by ISRO. The project objectives include:

• Design and optimization of wide band-gap semiconductor (AlGaN) based UV photodetector devices with the initial help of simulation
• Growth optimization of device layers for UV photodetector
• Detailed material characterizations to estimate the suitability of the grown multilayer structures for device fabrication
• Implementation of the device fabrication process flow for the photodetector
• Electrical and optical characterizations of the fabricated photodetector to obtain the performance parameters
• Implementation of the required modifications in the simulation, growth and fabrication steps to improve the performance parameters
• Improvement of the device performance in terms of Dark current, Responsivity, Detectivity and rise/fall time

Job Description

The selected candidate is expected to work on:

• Modeling
• Device Fabrication
• Characterizations – Both material and Device

Selection Process for IIT Jammu Junior Research Fellow 2026

Candidates will be selected based on the following process:

• Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview
• Merit-based Selection: Candidates may be shortlisted based on merit and project requirement
• Document Verification: Original and attested photocopies of mark sheets/certificates will be required

How To Apply for IIT Jammu Junior Research Fellow 2026

Eligible candidates can apply online for IIT Jammu Junior Research Fellow 2026 by following these steps:

1. Visit the official application portal: https://apply.iitjammu.ac.in/#/home
2. Navigate to the [contract/project staff/JRF/SRF] tab on the application portal
3. Locate the "Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026" notification
4. Read the official notification carefully
5. Click on "Apply Online" link
6. Register with valid email ID and mobile number
7. Fill in the application form with accurate details
8. Upload duly filled application form along with scanned copies of:
   • Certificates and mark sheets
   • Proof of educational qualifications
   • GATE score card (if applicable)
   • Other supporting documents
9. Review all information and documents before submission
10. Submit the application latest by 04.02.2026
11. Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference

Important Instructions

• The applicant will be responsible for the authenticity of the information, documents, and photographs submitted
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed by e-mail about the interview. Candidates must provide valid e-mail IDs and phone numbers in their applications
• Shortlisted candidates must present themselves for the interview with an updated CV and original and attested photocopies of mark sheets/certificates in support of their academic qualifications
• The interview will be conducted online using an online platform. The time of the interview will be informed to shortlisted candidates by e-mail
• Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview
• Candidates who are already employed should produce a relieving certificate from their employers, if selected
• The last date for receiving the duly filled in application is 04.02.2026 through the online portal
• The selected JRF may get an opportunity to pursue PhD at IIT Jammu as per institute norms subject to their performance evaluation and suitability for PhD program

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