Recruitment for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Senior Research Fellow (SRF) positions under a project funded by Anusandhan National Research Foundation (Science and Engineering Research Board).
Positions are contractual with consolidated pay, renewable annually or up to the project duration (whichever is earlier).
Project title: 'Development of Porous Polymer Scaffolds for Articular Polyelectrolytes to Responsive Tissue Engineering' under supervision of Prof. Ravikrishnan Sivasubramanian.
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🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 M.Sc.
🎓 M.Tech
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Senior Research Fellow (SRF) Positions in Polymer Science and Tissue Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi - Industrial Research & Development Unit
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, Hauz Khas, New Delhi - 110016
Apply Deadline
02 Sep 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi - Industrial Research & Development Unit (IIT Delhi (IRD)) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree), M.Sc. (m.sc.), M.Tech (mtech) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | From ₹37,000 Per Month |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Preference for candidates with experience in polymer synthesis and characterization (not mandatory). |
| Application Fee | No application fee is mentioned in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Postgraduate degree (MTech/MSc) in Polymer Science, Fibre Science, Chemistry, Nanotechnology, or allied areas.
Preference given to candidates with experience in polymer synthesis and characterization.
Candidates with NET/GATE qualification are preferred for selection.
Relaxation in NET/GATE requirement for candidates graduating from centrally funded technical institutions (CFTIs) with CGPA > 8.00.
Candidates must be Indian nationals.
Preference given to candidates with experience in polymer synthesis and characterization.
Candidates with NET/GATE qualification are preferred for selection.
Relaxation in NET/GATE requirement for candidates graduating from centrally funded technical institutions (CFTIs) with CGPA > 8.00.
Candidates must be Indian nationals.
⚙️ Selection Process
Shortlisting of candidates based on qualifications and project requirements.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview.
Final selection will be based on interview performance and project-specific criteria.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview.
Final selection will be based on interview performance and project-specific criteria.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (with 5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates as per government norms).
📂 Required Documents
Duly filled application form (Form No. IRD/REC/01) downloaded from IIT Delhi website.
Copies of educational qualification certificates (mark sheets, degree certificates).
Proof of NET/GATE qualification (if applicable) or CGPA certificate from CFTI (if applicable).
Experience certificates (if any).
Caste certificate (if applicable) for SC/ST candidates seeking relaxation.
Passport-sized photograph.
Copies of educational qualification certificates (mark sheets, degree certificates).
Proof of NET/GATE qualification (if applicable) or CGPA certificate from CFTI (if applicable).
Experience certificates (if any).
Caste certificate (if applicable) for SC/ST candidates seeking relaxation.
Passport-sized photograph.
💳 Application Fee Details
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position at IIT Delhi?
The last date to submit the completed application is 2026-09-02 by 5:00 PM.
Q.
Is NET/GATE qualification mandatory for the JRF position at IIT Delhi?
NET/GATE qualification is preferred but not mandatory. Candidates graduating from CFTIs with CGPA > 8.00 are exempt from this requirement.
Q.
What is the consolidated pay for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position?
The consolidated pay for the JRF position is ₹37,000 per month plus HRA (1st class).
Q.
Where can I download the application form for the JRF position?
The application form (Form No. IRD/REC/01) can be downloaded from the IIT Delhi IRD website: https://ird.iitd.ac.in.
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How will shortlisted candidates be notified for the online interview?
Shortlisted candidates will be displayed on the official website link: https://ird.iitd.ac.in/shortlistGd along with online interview details.