- Research project titled ‘Understanding Impurity Effects on Agglomeration and Microstructure in Hydrogen-Reduced Low-Grade Iron Ores’ funded by Indo-German Science & Technology Centre (IGSTC).
- The selected candidate will investigate hydrogen-based direct reduction of hematite/low-grade iron ores, focusing on how gangue impurities influence reduction kinetics and final metallization.
- Key tasks include conducting reduction experiments, phase/microstructure characterization, and thermodynamic/kinetic modeling to establish impurity-tolerant processing windows.
- Tenure: Maximum 36 months or until the project ends, whichever is earlier.
- Selected candidate will be encouraged to join the Ph.D. program at IIT Indore.
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🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 M.Tech
🎓 M.E.
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in Metallurgical Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT Indore)
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Indian Institute of Technology Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Apply Deadline
30 Oct 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT Indore) (IIT Indore) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree), M.Tech (mtech), M.E. (me) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Rs. 37,000/- per month (consolidated) for the first two years, Rs. 42,000/- per month for the third year. |
| Age Limits | Maximum 29 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | • Note: No application fee explicitly mentioned in the provided job notification text. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Essential Qualification:
• M.Tech./ME in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Nanoscience and Engineering, Nanotechnology, Production Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering, or
• Postgraduate degree in Physics/Chemistry/Materials Science with a first division (as defined by the awarding institute/university), and a valid NET/GATE certificate.
- Desirable Qualification:
• Knowledge/experience in Physical Metallurgy, Extractive/Process Metallurgy, Mechanical Metallurgy, Materials Characterization, Solid State Physics, and Basic Electrochemistry.
• M.Tech./ME in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Nanoscience and Engineering, Nanotechnology, Production Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering, or
• Postgraduate degree in Physics/Chemistry/Materials Science with a first division (as defined by the awarding institute/university), and a valid NET/GATE certificate.
- Desirable Qualification:
• Knowledge/experience in Physical Metallurgy, Extractive/Process Metallurgy, Mechanical Metallurgy, Materials Characterization, Solid State Physics, and Basic Electrochemistry.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on merit and project requirements.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be informed via email about the interview date.
- Interview conducted via Google Meet (link shared only with shortlisted candidates).
- Appointment is temporary and co-terminus with the project.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be informed via email about the interview date.
- Interview conducted via Google Meet (link shared only with shortlisted candidates).
- Appointment is temporary and co-terminus with the project.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Detailed Bio-data
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Copies of educational qualifications
- Valid NET/GATE certificate (if applicable)
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Copies of educational qualifications
- Valid NET/GATE certificate (if applicable)
💳 Application Fee Details
• Note: No application fee explicitly mentioned in the provided job notification text.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Junior Research Fellow position at IIT Indore?
The last date to apply is 30th October 2026 at 5:00 PM (IST) via email to khushubo@iiti.ac.in.
Q.
What is the fellowship amount for the JRF position?
The fellowship amount is Rs. 37,000/- per month (consolidated) for the first two years, and Rs. 42,000/- per month for the third year.
Q.
Is there an age limit for applying to this JRF position?
The maximum age limit is preferably 29 years as of October 2026, with relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates.
Q.
What qualifications are required for the JRF position?
Essential qualifications include an M.Tech./ME in Metallurgical/Materials Engineering or related fields, or a Postgraduate degree in Physics/Chemistry/Materials Science with a first division and a valid NET/GATE certificate.
Q.
Will the selected candidate be enrolled in a Ph.D. program?
Yes, the selected candidate will be encouraged to join the Ph.D. program at IIT Indore.