Indian Institute of Technology Patna (IIT Patna) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Junior Research Fellow Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official IIT Patna website. The last date to submit the application form is 20-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the IIT Patna 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 Offline application form.
IITP Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Company Name | Indian Institute of Technology Patna (IITP) |
| Advt No. | R&D/1413/DBA/533 |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow |
| No of Posts | 01 |
| Salary | Rs. 37,000/- + HRA per month |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech. with GATE score or M.E./M.Tech./M.S. Bachelor's/Master's degree level in the following disciplines: Metallurgical and Material Engineering, Materials Science/ Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Energy Science and Engineering, and allied engineering disciplines. A valid GATE score is desirable. |
| Age Limit | Up to 28 years (B.Tech./B.E.) or 32 years (M.Tech./M.E.) |
| Last Date | 20/01/2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.iitp.ac.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No of Posts |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 01 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. with GATE score or M.E./M.Tech./M.S. Bachelor's/Master's degree level in the following disciplines: Metallurgical and Material Engineering, Materials Science/ Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Energy Science and Engineering, and allied engineering disciplines.
- Desirable Qualification: A valid GATE score is desirable.
- Experience: Preference will be given to the candidates having research experience in the field of synthesis of catalysts.
Salary/ Stipend
- Consolidated Fellowship/Salary: Rs. 37,000/- + HRA per month
Age Limit
- The upper age limit for JRF shall be 28 years for B. Tech./B.E. and 32 years for M.Tech./M.E. degree.
- Relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PD will be given as per the GoI rules.
Important Dates
| Last date of receiving Applications by Email | 20 January 2026 |
| Shortlisted candidates will be informed by Email | 27 January 2026 |
| Date of Interview | To be announced |
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on application and supporting documents
- Interview (candidates can choose between offline walk-in or online mode)
General Information / Instructions
Key responsibilities of a JRF include:
- Research Work: Conduct literature reviews, experimental work, data collection, and data analysis as part of the research project.
- Project Assistance: Assist the PI in project planning, design, and execution.
- Data Interpretation: Analyse research data and interpret the results to draw meaningful conclusions.
- Report Writing: Prepare research reports, papers, and presentations to communicate findings and progress to the research team and stakeholders.
- Continuous Learning: Keep abreast of the latest developments and advancements in the field of research.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with other researchers and team members to share knowledge and insights.
- Compliance: Ensure that research work is conducted in adherence to ethical guidelines and research protocols.
- Professional Development: Attend seminars, conferences, and workshops to enhance knowledge and research skills.
IIT Patna reserves the right to not shortlist any candidate in case the application email does not contain complete information backed up by the supporting documents as listed above.
All candidates who apply via email by 20th January 2026 (deadline) and are shortlisted will be informed regarding the further details by 27th January, 2026.
The shortlisted candidates would be asked to choose between offline walk-in (no travel allowances (TA) would be provided) and online interview mode. For any query, contact investigator: Dr. Bharat Bhushan, Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, IIT Patna, Email: [email protected] (Tel.: +91-6115-233997).
How to Apply
- Candidates interested in this position and satisfying the qualification criteria should write an email to the Project Investigator: Dr. Bharat Bhushan (Email id: [email protected])
- The subject of the email should read as “JRF Position”. The last date for receiving this email is 20th January 2026.
- The email MUST include the scanned/pdf copy of the duly filled application form (see below) with applicant's signature.
- The email MUST include self-attested scanned pdf copy of all supporting documents (degree certificates, mark-sheets, GATE/NET scorecard (if qualified), and category certificate, if applicable).
- The application should also include a brief academic CV not exceeding two pages.
IIT Patna Junior Research Fellow Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
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