- IIT Roorkee invites applications for a Junior Research Fellow Position, offering a ₹37,000 monthly fellowship for GATE-qualified candidates in engineering and technology disciplines to support advanced research projects.
The Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee has announced recruitment for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a research project, offering an opportunity for qualified candidates to engage in advanced research activities. The position is contractual in nature and is aimed at candidates possessing strong academic credentials along with relevant technical expertise.
According to the notification, IIT Roorkee has advertised one JRF vacancy. Candidates with qualifications such as M.E./M.Tech./M.S. along with B.E./B.Tech. in disciplines including Geospatial Engineering, Geoinformatics, Remote Sensing & GIS, Computer Science, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related fields are eligible to apply. Applicants must have secured at least 65 percent marks or a CGPA above 6.5 and possess a valid GATE qualification.
Selected candidates will receive a monthly fellowship of ₹37,000, in line with prevailing research fellowship norms. The recruitment process is expected to involve screening of applications, document verification, and an interview conducted by the institute. The position offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects while gaining exposure to IIT Roorkee’s research ecosystem.
IIT Roorkee, one of India’s premier engineering and research institutions, regularly recruits research fellows, project associates, and research assistants across multiple departments to support sponsored and institutional research initiatives. These positions provide valuable experience for candidates planning to pursue doctoral studies or research-oriented careers in academia and industry.
Interested candidates are required to submit their applications through the prescribed mode mentioned in the official notification before the stipulated deadline. Applicants are advised to carefully review eligibility criteria, project requirements, and application instructions before applying.
The recruitment reflects IIT Roorkee’s continued emphasis on strengthening research and innovation across emerging technology and engineering domains. Experts believe such opportunities play a crucial role in nurturing research talent and supporting India’s growing focus on scientific advancement and technological development.
