- Recruitment for 1 post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a SERB-funded project.
- Project duration: 3 years (ending 07-03-2027).
- No application fee required.
- Must not have color blindness.
- Preference given to candidates with experience in micropaleontology, geochemistry, and paleoclimatology.
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🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 M.Sc.
🎓 M.Tech
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Dhanbad, Jharkhand
Apply Deadline
07 Sep 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad (IIT (ISM) Dhanbad) |
| 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 |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Not specified in the notification — preference given to candidates with experience in micropaleontology, geochemistry, and paleoclimatology. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is required. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- M.Sc./M.Sc. Tech degree in Geology/Applied Geology or Integrated M.Sc./M.Sc. Tech./M. Tech. degree in Geology/Applied Geology.
- Must have qualified GATE or CSIR-UGC NET.
- Upper age limit: 35 years as of the application deadline.
- Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PH/Female candidates as per Government of India rules.
- Must have qualified GATE or CSIR-UGC NET.
- Upper age limit: 35 years as of the application deadline.
- Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PH/Female candidates as per Government of India rules.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Review of CV and testimonials.
- Shortlisted candidates may be called for an online interview if required.
- Shortlisted candidates may be called for an online interview if required.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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📂 Required Documents
- Updated CV and testimonials as a single PDF.
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee is required.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position at IIT(ISM) Dhanbad?
The last date to submit your application via email for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position is 07-09-2026.
Q.
What is the educational qualification required for the JRF post?
Candidates must possess an M.Sc./M.Sc. Tech degree in Geology/Applied Geology or an Integrated M.Sc./M.Sc. Tech./M. Tech. degree in Geology/Applied Geology and have qualified GATE/CSIR-UGC NET.
Q.
What is the salary offered for the Junior Research Fellow position?
The selected candidate will receive a consolidated salary of Rs. 37,000/- plus 18% House Rent Allowance (HRA) per month for a duration of three years.
Q.
Is there any age limit for the JRF recruitment?
Yes, the upper age limit for the Junior Research Fellow position is 35 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India rules.
Q.
How can I apply for the JRF position at IIT(ISM) Dhanbad?
Applications should be sent via email with a detailed CV and testimonials as a single PDF to the Principal Investigator (PI) at [email protected] with the subject line 'Application for JRF position in project No. SERB(CRG)(417)/2023-2024/1086/AGL'.