- Time-bound research project under the Centre for Ocean, River, Atmosphere and Land Sciences (CORAL) at IIT Kharagpur.
- Focus on study of internal tides in the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea using NISAR observations and numerical models.
- Sponsored by Space Applications Centre (Ahmedabad).
- Temporary assignment with a tenure of 36 months or until project termination (whichever is earlier).
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Senior Research Fellow (SRF) – Study of Internal Tides in the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, West Bengal
Apply Deadline
21 Oct 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT KGP) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | B.Tech (btech), Master's Degree (masters-degree), M.Tech (mtech) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Consolidated compensation of up to ₹42,000 per month (depending on qualification and experience). |
| Age Limits | Maximum 32 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | • 2: ['Valid NET/GATE score for MSc in Physics/Mathematics/Oceanography/Atmospheric Science.', 'Valid GATE score for B.Tech in Civil/Mechanical/Ocean/Naval Architecture/Aerospace Engineering.', 'M.Tech in relevant fields (no experience requirement explicitly stated for this group).'] |
| Application Fee | No application fee for General, Male, OBC, Female, SC, and ST categories. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Essential Qualification: Postgraduate degree in Basic Science OR Graduate/Postgraduate degree in a Professional Course selected through a national-level examination (e.g., CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or other central government exams like DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER).
- Desired Experience:
MSc in Physics, Mathematics, Oceanography, or Atmospheric Science with a valid NET/GATE score and at least 2 years of research experience, OR
B.Tech in Civil, Mechanical, Ocean, Naval Architecture, or Aerospace Engineering with a valid GATE score and at least 2 years of research experience, OR
* M.Tech in Physics, Mathematics, Climate Sciences, Oceanography, Atmospheric Science, Ocean Engineering, Earth System Science, or Naval Architecture.
- Candidates with numerical modeling and/or programming experience are preferred.
- Desired Experience:
MSc in Physics, Mathematics, Oceanography, or Atmospheric Science with a valid NET/GATE score and at least 2 years of research experience, OR
B.Tech in Civil, Mechanical, Ocean, Naval Architecture, or Aerospace Engineering with a valid GATE score and at least 2 years of research experience, OR
* M.Tech in Physics, Mathematics, Climate Sciences, Oceanography, Atmospheric Science, Ocean Engineering, Earth System Science, or Naval Architecture.
- Candidates with numerical modeling and/or programming experience are preferred.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection based on qualifications, experience, and interview performance (exact process not specified in notification).
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (General, OBC, SC, ST, Female)
📂 Required Documents
- Not explicitly listed in the notification.
💳 Application Fee Details
No application fee for General, Male, OBC, Female, SC, and ST categories.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Senior Research Fellow (SRF) position at IIT Kharagpur?
The last date to apply is 21 October 2026.
Q.
Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
No, there is no application fee for any category (General, OBC, SC, ST, or Female).
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for the Senior Research Fellow (SRF) position?
The maximum age limit is 32 years as of 21 October 2026. Age relaxation may apply as per sponsor agency rules.
Q.
What is the consolidated compensation for this position?
The consolidated compensation is up to ₹42,000 per month, depending on qualification and experience.
Q.
What is the tenure of the Senior Research Fellow (SRF) assignment?
The tenure is 36 months or until the termination of the project, whichever is earlier.