UoH Senior Research Fellow/Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

One Senior Research Fellow (SRF)/Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post is open in a CSIR-sponsored research project, "Economically-viable Rare-Earth-Free Permanent Magnets based on Binary and Pseudo-binary Intermetallic Alloys of Fe", at the School of Physics, University of Hyderabad. The fellowship is Rs.42,000/- p.m. for SRF and Rs.37,000/- p.m. for JRF, plus HRA (as per applicable rate), initially for 12 months. Applications go by email to [email protected], and filled-in applications must be received by 24 November 2026.

UoH Recruitment 2026 at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the application fee or the selection process.

About UoH Recruitment 2026

The University of Hyderabad is a university at P.O. Central University Campus, Gachibowli, Hyderabad – 500 046, Telangana. This recruitment is for a time-bound CSIR-sponsored research project in its School of Physics, run by Project Investigator Dr. Ajit K Patra, Professor, School of Physics. The project works on rare-earth-free permanent magnets based on binary and pseudo-binary intermetallic alloys of iron (Fe).

Who Can Apply

A single vacancy is advertised, to be filled either as Senior Research Fellow or as Junior Research Fellow. The notice states: "SRF candidate will be preferred if found suitable."

SRF essential qualification (either of the two):

• M.Sc/BE/B.Tech or equivalent degree, and at least two years of post-MSc/BE/BTech research experience as evidenced from published papers in standard refereed journals, OR
• M.Tech/ME or equivalent degree in Engineering/Technology.

Desirable

• Specialization in Condensed Matter Physics.
• Experience in synthesizing and characterizing structural and magnetic properties of intermetallic alloys.

Age Relaxation

The application form asks for age as on the last date of the notification. The upper age limit is relaxable up to 5 years for the following candidates. The notice points to https://csirhrdg.res.in/Home/Index/1/Default/3283/63 for the relaxation rules.

Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.

Pay and Tenure

HRA is paid over the fellowship at the applicable rate. The post is for a temporary period, purely on a contractual basis, in a time-bound research project. The appointment is initially for 12 months and can be extended up till the completion of the project, based on the candidate's performance and fund availability.

UoH Recruitment 2026 Job Description

• To carry out the experimental research work in the field of intermetallic alloys (synthesis, structural and magnetic characterisation).

How to Apply for UoH Recruitment 2026

1. Fill in the application form "Form – B, Application for Position in the Project" attached to the notice. It asks for the post applied for, personal details, address, present position, educational qualifications, experience and two referees.
2. Paste a recent photograph on the form and sign the declaration.
3. Enclose self-attested copies of all certificates supporting the information given in the application, and note each proof number in the form.
4. Send the filled-in application by email to [email protected].
5. Make sure the application reaches by 24 November 2026, the last date for receipt of filled-in applications.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• The appointment is purely temporary, and the appointee has no right to claim any regular appointment in the University.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the written test / skill test or at the time of joining.
• Only eligible candidates will be informed by email / letter at a later date.
• Entries in the application are declared to be true; if anything is found false at any stage, the candidature may be cancelled without assigning any reason.

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