Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under ANRF (SERB) Project

Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad

Total Vacancies

Job Location

Dhanbad, Jharkhand

Apply Deadline

18 Aug 2026

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📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad (IIT(ISM) Dhanbad)
Job Category	Technical
Eligibility Qualification	B.Tech (btech), M.Tech (mtech), M.E. (me)
Number of Vacancies	1 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	From ₹37,000 Per Month
Age Limits	Maximum 35 Years
Gender Eligibility	both
Experience Required	Not mandatory, but prior research or project experience in relevant fields will be advantageous.
Application Fee	- No application fee for this position.

📄 Details & Description

- Conduct numerical and experimental investigations on heat and mass transfer modeling for CO₂ capture applications.
- Develop experimental setups to study CO₂ adsorption on various adsorbents.
- Design and synthesize activated carbon/MOF (Metal-Organic Frameworks) for adsorption systems.
- Utilize computational tools such as COMSOL Multiphysics and MATLAB for modeling and simulations.
- Focus on waste-derived adsorbents for sustainable carbon capture solutions.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- Graduate degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Metallurgical and Materials Engineering with First Division and GATE qualification.
- OR Postgraduate degree (M.E./M.Tech) in Mechanical Engineering (Thermal/Design), Chemical Engineering, or Metallurgical and Materials Engineering with First Division at both graduate and postgraduate levels and GATE qualification.
- Candidates with knowledge of MATLAB, SOLIDWORKS, COMSOL Multiphysics, or ANSYS Fluent will be preferred.
- Exposure to high-pressure gas experiments is desirable.

⚙️ Selection Process

- Shortlisting of candidates based on merit and project requirements.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email about the interview date (online/physical).
- Interview may be conducted online or in-person at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad.
- Final selection based on interview performance and project-specific criteria.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

All (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS as per Government of India norms)

📂 Required Documents

- Scanned copy of educational certificates (degree, mark sheets).
- GATE scorecard (if applicable).
- Caste certificate (if applicable for reservation).
- Experience certificates (if any).
- Passport-sized photograph.
- ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport).
- Any other documents as specified in the application form.

💳 Application Fee Details

- No application fee for this position.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the duration of the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position?

The position is temporary and co-terminus with the project, which is sanctioned for a period of three years, up to October 2027.

Q. What are the essential qualifications required for the JRF position?

Candidates must have a graduate degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Metallurgical and Materials Engineering with a first division and GATE qualification. Alternatively, a postgraduate degree (M.E./M.Tech) in the same fields with first division at both graduate and postgraduate levels and GATE qualification is required.

Q. What is the fellowship amount for the JRF position?

The fellowship amount is Rs. 37,000.00 per month plus House Rent Allowance (HRA), as per DST norms.

Q. What are the desirable qualifications for the JRF position?

Knowledge of coding languages such as MATLAB, 3D drawing software like SOLIDWORKS, and analysis software such as COMSOL Multiphysics or Ansys Fluent is preferred. Exposure to high-pressure gas experiments is also desirable.

Q. What is the last date for submitting the application for the JRF position?

The last date and time for submission of the application is 18/08/2026 (Tuesday) at midnight.