IIT Indore JRF Recruitment 2026 – Indian Institute of Technology Indore has released three separate Junior Research Fellow (JRF) recruitment notifications at the official website https://www.iiti.ac.in/recruitments/jrf-srf-positions. The notifications were issued on 20 June 2026 (Electrical Engineering), 22 June 2026 (Advt. No. IITI/CHE/PROJ/ADV/2026/03, Chemical Engineering) and 24 June 2026 (Astronomy, Astrophysics and Space Engineering). The online application process for these three posts closes between 10 July 2026 and 18 July 2026 depending on the department. This recruitment is for candidates who want a research fellowship in a centrally funded technical institute, with a defined path toward PhD registration.
IIT Indore has a total of 3 vacancies across three departments: Astronomy, Astrophysics and Space Engineering (01 post), Chemical Engineering (01 post) and Electrical Engineering (01 post). All three posts are based at the IIT Indore campus, Khandwa Road, Simrol, Indore – 453552, Madhya Pradesh. Candidates should check all details from the below article.
Read this article carefully and go through the official notification before applying. Information verified from official IIT Indore notifications dated 20.06.2026, 22.06.2026 and 24.06.2026.
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Quick Summary of IIT Indore JRF Recruitment 2026
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation / Employer | Indian Institute of Technology Indore |
| Name of the Post | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Total Vacancy | 3 (01 each in DAASE, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering) |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹37,000 per month + HRA as per norms |
| Additional Salary Benefits | HRA admissible if institute accommodation is not provided or availed |
| Application Mode | Online (Google Form or email submission, depending on post) |
| Eligibility | Master’s or first-class bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline (see below) |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting followed by an online interview |
| Place of Posting | IIT Indore, Khandwa Road, Simrol, Indore – 453552 |
| Last Date of Application | 10 July 2026 (Chemical Engg) / 13 July 2026 (Electrical Engg) / 18 July 2026 (DAASE) |
| Who Can Apply | Fresher and experienced candidates meeting the essential qualification |
| Interview / Exam Date | 13 July 2026 / 21–23 July 2026 / 21 July 2026 (post-wise) |
About IIT Indore
Indian Institute of Technology Indore is a centrally funded technical institute located at Khandwa Road, Simrol, Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The institute runs sponsored research projects funded by agencies such as ISRO and the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), and recruits JRFs through its Research & Development Section. Selected JRFs work under a named Principal Investigator and are encouraged to register for the PhD programme at IIT Indore as per institute norms. For candidates, this means a fellowship position can convert into a doctoral track without a separate PhD entrance process, subject to institute rules.
Important Dates
The three notifications carry independent timelines. Candidates applying for more than one post should track each deadline separately, since none of the three application windows overlap completely.
| Post | Last Date of Application | Date of Interview |
|---|---|---|
| JRF – Astronomy, Astrophysics and Space Engineering (DAASE) | 18 July 2026 | 21 July 2026 (shortlisted candidates only) |
| JRF – Chemical Engineering | 10 July 2026 | 13 July 2026 (online) |
| JRF – Electrical Engineering | 13 July 2026 | 21–23 July 2026 (online) |
The Electrical Engineering notification states that the appointment is purely temporary and may co-terminus with the project, and that meeting the minimum qualification does not by itself guarantee an interview call.
Vacancy Details & Salary
Here’s the breakdown of posts, total vacancy and salary for your reference.
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| JRF – Deciphering the role of Solar Energetic Particles on Venusian Ionosphere (DAASE) | 01 | ₹37,000 + HRA as per norms |
| JRF – Active Turbulence in Mechanically Heterogeneous Epithelia (Chemical Engineering) | 01 | ₹37,000 per month + HRA |
| JRF – Distracted Brains: EEG-Based Investigation (Electrical Engineering) | 01 | ₹37,000 per month + HRA |
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for IIT Indore JRF Recruitment 2026 include education and age requirements. Candidates should make sure they meet all the conditions for the specific post before applying.
Educational Qualification
JRF – DAASE (Astronomy, Astrophysics and Space Engineering):
- M.Sc. in Physics or Astronomy, or B.S.-M.S. (5-year Integrated) in Physics, Applied Physics, Astronomy or Space Science, OR
- M.Tech. / M.S. (by research) / M.E. in Engineering Physics or Space Science and Engineering
- Minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA
- A valid GATE / CSIR-UGC NET (including LS) score, JEST score, or a qualifying score in any national-level exam conducted by central government departments such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc or IISER
JRF – Chemical Engineering:
- Minimum first class bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related discipline
- Strong background in soft matter physics, fluid mechanics, or biophysics
- First Class as defined by IIT Indore (https://academic.iiti.ac.in/phdadvt.php)
JRF – Electrical Engineering:
- Minimum first class bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline
- First Class as defined by IIT Indore (https://academic.iiti.ac.in/phdadvt.php)
A GATE score, JEST score or national-level exam qualification referred to in the DAASE post is a standard eligibility filter used for JRF posts at IITs. It signals that a candidate has cleared a recognised competitive test in their subject, and most funding agencies require it before releasing the fellowship amount.
Age Limit
- JRF – DAASE: 28 years
- JRF – Chemical Engineering: 35 years
- JRF – Electrical Engineering: 35 years
The notifications do not state a specific cutoff date for calculating age or any category-wise relaxation.
Selection Process
The selection process for all three JRF posts follows the same two stages, though the post-wise documentation differs slightly.
- Screening of applications against the essential qualification, marks, and (for the DAASE post) the national-level exam score.
- Online interview of shortlisted candidates only. No TA/DA is paid for appearing in the interview for the Chemical Engineering and Electrical Engineering posts.
One practical insight pulled directly from the notifications: all three posts mention that the selected candidate will be encouraged to register for the PhD programme at IIT Indore as per institute norms, and that the fellowship continues for the PhD duration if this conversion happens.
How to Apply for IIT Indore JRF Recruitment 2026
Each of the three posts has a separate application route. Candidates must use the exact method specified for the post they are applying to.
JRF – DAASE (Astronomy, Astrophysics and Space Engineering):
- Prepare a detailed CV.
- Combine the CV with all essential qualification degree certificates, marksheets, GATE/JEST/national-level exam qualifying certificates, and date of birth proof into a single PDF file.
- Submit the applicant details along with the combined PDF using the Google Form: https://forms.gle/r6xEpLXrsS9uhd3h6
JRF – Chemical Engineering:
- Prepare a detailed softcopy CV with all essential qualification degree certificates, marksheets, GATE qualifying certificates, and date of birth proof certificate.
- Combine these into a single PDF file.
- Email the PDF to chaithanyakvs@iiti.ac.in
JRF – Electrical Engineering:
- Fill the Google Form at https://forms.gle/Zrqz8p9whpSxk3t76
- Submit before the last date. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- For technical issues with the form, write to Ayush.tripathi@iiti.ac.in
Documents Checklist Before You Leave Home (or Before You Submit Online):
- Detailed CV
- Essential qualification degree certificates
- Marksheets of qualifying degree
- GATE / CSIR-UGC NET / JEST / qualifying national-level exam certificate (for the DAASE post)
- Date of birth proof certificate
Important Links
Candidates applying for any of the three JRF posts are advised to visit the important links below for the official notification and application form.
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Page | Official Recruitment Page |
| Apply Online – DAASE Post (Google Form) | Apply Online – DAASE Post |
| Apply Online – Electrical Engineering Post (Google Form) | Apply Online – Electrical Engineering Post |
| Apply by Email – Chemical Engineering Post (Apply through Email) | chaithanyakvs@iiti.ac.in |
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FAQs — IIT Indore JRF Recruitment 2026
How many vacancies are there in this recruitment?
3 vacancies in total: 1 in DAASE, 1 in Chemical Engineering, 1 in Electrical Engineering.
What is the salary for the JRF post?
₹37,000 per month plus HRA as per norms.
Is a GATE score mandatory for all three posts?
No. It is mandatory only for the DAASE post (or CSIR-UGC NET/JEST/another national-level exam). The Chemical Engineering and Electrical Engineering posts only need a first-class bachelor’s degree.
Can the JRF position lead to a PhD?
Yes. All three notifications state the selected candidate will be encouraged to register for the PhD programme at IIT Indore.
What is the last date to apply?
10 July 2026 (Chemical Engineering), 13 July 2026 (Electrical Engineering), 18 July 2026 (DAASE).
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