IIT Roorkee Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

IIT Roorkee Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline

The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) Recruitment 2026 for posts of 01 Junior Research Fellow. Candidates with B.Tech/B.E, M.E/M.Tech, MS Can Apply Offline. The Offline application opens on 27-01-2026, and closes on 14-02-2026. The candidate shall apply Offline through IIT Roorkee website, https://iitr.ac.in.

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) 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 Roorkee website. The last date to submit the application form is 14-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the IIT Roorkee 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.

IIT Roorkee JRF Recruitment 2026 Overview

Organization	Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IITR)
Department	Department of Electrical Engineering
Position Name	Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Project	Smart Energy Metering and Billing System (SEMB): Enhancing Infrastructure for Efficiency and Accessibility
Number of Posts	1
Qualification	Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical and Electronics Engineering with specialization in power electronics
Age Limit	Not specified
Salary	Rs. 37,000/- per month (for first two years)
Last Date for Application	14-02-2026, 5:00 PM
Official Website	https://iitr.ac.in

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum qualification: Bachelor's degree (4-year B.Tech) or Master's degree (M.Tech/B.I.I.T/M.S. by research)
Discipline: Electrical Engineering or Electrical and Electronics Engineering with specialization in power electronics or equivalent
Must have qualified in a national-level test such as GATE/CSIR-NET/JES-I/UGC-NET/Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or PhD
Candidates with CGPA ≥ 8.0 in qualifying degree from Ministry of Education funded Technical Institutions are exempted from national-level test requirements
Candidates with prior experience in hardware development of GaN-based power converters are encouraged to apply

Job Description

GaN-based AC-DC converter design
GaN-based DC-DC converter development
Power converter development and optimization

Important Dates

Event	Date
Advertisement Date	27-01-2026
Last Date for Application	14-02-2026 (5:00 PM)
Interview	To be announced (Online)

How to Apply

Prepare applications with the following documents:
Detailed CV including chronological details of degrees/certificates, papers, and research experience
Copies of degree/certificate and experience certificate
Save all documents as a single PDF file with subject line: JRF_IBITF_
Email the application to: [email protected]
Ensure all eligibility criteria are met before applying

Selection Process

Shortlisting of candidates based on qualification and experience
Online interview with selected candidates
Date, time, and meeting link will be communicated via email
Selected candidate can join immediately

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IIT Roorkee Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. What is the job title and number of positions available in the IIT Roorkee Electrical Engineering project?

The position is Junior Research Fellow (JRF), with 1 opening. The project focuses on "The Smart Energy Metering and Billing System (SEMB)" for enhancing EV charging infrastructure, sponsored by IIT Bhilai Innovation and Technology Foundation (IBITF). Duration is 2 years, with PhD registration opportunity.

Q2. What are the educational qualifications required for the JRF role at IIT Roorkee?

Candidates need a minimum 4-year Bachelor's degree or Master's (M.Tech/M.E./M.S.) in Electrical or Electrical and Electronics Engineering, specializing in power electronics or equivalent. Must qualify in GATE/CEED/JEST/UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/PhD, or have ≥8.0 CGPA from MoE-funded institutions (exempting national tests).

Q3. What is the salary and duration for the Junior Research Fellow position in the EV charging project?

The emoluments are Rs. 37,000 per month for the first two years. The project duration is 2 years, offering selected candidates the chance to register for PhD at IIT Roorkee per institute norms, with potential MHRD fellowship post-project.

Q4. What is the job description for the JRF in the Smart Energy Metering project at IIT Roorkee?

Responsibilities include GaN-based AC-DC converter design, GaN-based DC-DC converter development, and overall power converter development. Preference given to candidates with hardware experience in GaN-based power converters, and to OBC/SC/ST applicants with equal qualifications.

Q5. How to apply for the JRF position in the IIT Roorkee Electrical Engineering department?

Submit a single PDF via email to [email protected] by February 14, 2026, 5 PM, with subject “JRF_IBITF_<name>”. Include detailed CV (chronological degrees, papers, experience) and copies of degrees/certificates. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed online; immediate joining possible.

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