IIT (BHU) Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi; Varanasi; Presencial; INR 376.000 - 450.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

IIT BHU in Varanasi invites applications for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology. The project focuses on Characterization of Emerging pollutants and fingerprint analysis, funded by the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG). The position is for one year with a fixed₹37,000 per month plus HRA.

The selection requires M. Pharm, M.S.(pharm.) or M.Tech (pharm) with GATE/GPAT/CSIR-NET equivalent exam.

Formación

• M. Pharm, M.S.(pharm.) or M.Tech (pharm) in Pharma/Medicinal chemistry, Natural product Pharmacognosy, Analysis, etc with GATE/GPAT/CSIR-NET equivalent examination.
• Experience with analytical methods is desirable.
• Desirable skills include proficiency in HPLC, LCMS and spectroscopic characterization.

Responsabilidades

• Design and execute experiments and data analysis for the project.
• Prepare project reports and manuscripts.
• Assist in data management and interpretation of results.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Microbial techniques

Educación

M. Pharm / M.S.(pharm.) / M.Tech (pharm)

GATE/GPAT/CSIR-NET equivalent

Herramientas

HPLC

LCMS

Spectroscopic characterization

Statistical software

Descripción del empleo

COMPANY NAME Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi

IIT BHU Recruitment 2026 is for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post in the Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi. The post is in the project "Characterization of Emerging pollutants & Fingerprint analysis", which is sponsored by the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG). It is for one year and pays a fixed ₹37,000/- + HRA per month. You need an M. Pharm, M.S.(pharm.) or M.Tech (pharm) in a relevant field, together with GATE/GPAT/CSIR-NET. The last date of application is 21 November 2026.

IIT BHU Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at a Glance

Particulars

Details

Organisation Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi

Project No. R&D/TSA/4066/NMCG/Pharma/24-25/05/632

Department Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology

Project Characterization of Emerging pollutants & Fingerprint analysis

Funding Agency National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG)

Tenure One Year (tentatively, the remaining one year of the project position)

Post Name Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Vacancies 01

Pay ₹37,000/- + HRA per month (fixed)

Age Limit Upper age limit 28 years (relaxable as per GoI rules)

Job Location IIT (BHU), Varanasi-221005

Application Mode By email (application form and documents in one PDF), plus a Google form

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About IIT BHU

The Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) is a technical institute in Varanasi. This JRF post belongs to its Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology. The project is funded by the National Mission for Clean Ganga. The notice gives its full title as "Characterization of Microbes and Micro-pollutants in the Ganga Basin: A Fingerprint Analysis Approach Based on the water sources and their implication in the Ganga Basin". The notice also says the post is part of the Smart Laboratory on Clean Rivers (SLCR) project.

Who Can Apply

The notice gives this essential qualification for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF): M. Pharm, M.S.(pharm.), M.Tech (pharm) in Pharma/Medicinal chemistry, Natural product Pharmacognosy, Analysis, etc with GATE/GPAT/CSIR-NET equivalent examination.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Experience: Prior research experience in the relevant research fields. Experience in Analytical, HPLC, LCMS and Spectroscopic characterization is desirable. Microbial experience: collection, DNA isolation, Sequencing.
• Research Skills: Understanding of Sample preparation, water quality assessment, and environmental science.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in statistical software, data analysis tools.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and presenting research findings.
• Analytical Skills: Good problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret complex data.
• Personal Qualities: Detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to contribute to innovative research solutions.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The upper age limit for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) is 28 years. The post table gives a relaxation of 5 years to "SC/ST/Physically Handicapped Female candidates". The general conditions add that relaxation of marks and age may be granted to SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Women/physically challenged candidates as per GOI norms. All things being equal, SC/ST candidates will be preferred as per GOI rules.

For the discipline-specific eligibility of the post, see the official notification.

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• The JRF gets a fixed Stipend/Fellowship/Salary of ₹37,000/- per month plus HRA. HRA will be given as per Government norms.
• The position was first sanctioned for three years. This is a re-advertisement because the previous candidate resigned after two years. So the tenure for the new candidate is tentatively the remaining one year.
• The post is full-time and temporary. It is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
• IIT(BHU) has all rights to decide the duration of appointment. The performance of project staff will be reviewed, and the positions may be extended for the total project duration.

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IIT BHU Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Job Description

The notice says the JRF will work on scientific research and help develop new solutions for identifying micro-pollutants and microbes in small rivers. The work covers quantitative and qualitative analysis of micro-pollutants and microbes. The JRF will work closely with the other JRF and PA. The JRF will be responsible for:

• Design and execute the experiment, data acquisition and analysis, and preparation of project report and manuscripts.
• Research Support: Expertise in advanced analytical method for water quality assessment, knowledge of sophisticated state-of-art technology (Spectroscopic Techniques).
• Data Management: Analyse complex data sets and provide strategic insights to inform project decisions.
• Report Preparation: Prepare comprehensive research reports, Papers, Posters and technical reports.

Documents named in the notice

• Filled application form (Annexure II) with a recent passport size photograph
• Requisite degrees/certificates. The form asks for attested copies of qualifying degrees, starting from High School or equivalent.
• Proof of research experience
• Publications, if any

The application form asks for these details:

• Personal details: name, date of birth, sex, category (GEN/SC/ST/OBC), physically handicapped status, marital status and father's/mother's name
• Contact details: email address and correspondence address with phone number
• Current employment: whether you are currently employed, and details of your current employer if yes
• GATE/CSIR-NET details: percentage marks/rank and year of qualifying
• Academic records: from 10th up to PhD, with CGPA/percentage and division
• Work experience, software proficiency and projects carried out
• Two referees: name, address, phone number and email address
• A signed declaration

Selection and Interview

Candidates will be selected through an interview. The Selection Committee may restrict the number of candidates called for interview to a reasonable limit. It can do this by asking for qualifications and experience higher than the minimum given in the advertisement. Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email. The notice does not give the interview date or mode. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Event

Date

Starting date of application October 25, 2026

Last date of application November 21, 2026

Email application to the PI (as per the application procedure) On or before November 25, 2026

• The selected candidate is expected to join within a month.
• The Selection Committee reserves its right to not fill the position if no suitable candidate is found.
• Check your email regularly and visit the IIT(BHU) Positions Available page for updates.
• If the advertisement goes against any guideline of the funding agency and/or the Institute, the proceedings of the Selection Committee shall be null and void.

IIT BHU JRF Google Application Form The Google form every applicant must fill in, along with the email application

IIT BHU JRF Official Notification PDF Advertisement, Annexure I and the application form (Annexure II)

IIT (BHU) Junior Research Fellow (Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology) Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are there in IIT BHU JRF Recruitment 2026?

There is 01 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post, in the NMCG-sponsored project at the Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology, IIT (BHU).

Q2. What is the last date to apply for the IIT BHU JRF post?

The notice gives 21 November 2026 as the last date of application. Its application procedure asks for the email application on or before 25 November 2026. Applications started on 25 October 2026.

Q3. What qualification is required for the IIT BHU JRF post?

You need an M. Pharm, M.S.(pharm.) or M.Tech (pharm) in Pharma/Medicinal chemistry, Natural product Pharmacognosy, Analysis, etc, with GATE/GPAT/CSIR-NET equivalent examination.

Q4. What is the age limit for the IIT BHU JRF post?

The upper age limit is 28 years. The post table gives a relaxation of 5 years to SC/ST/Physically Handicapped Female candidates.

Q5. What is the salary of the IIT BHU JRF?

The JRF gets a fixed Stipend/Fellowship/Salary of ₹37,000/- per month plus HRA.

Q6. Is HRA paid on top of the ₹37,000 fellowship?

Yes. HRA is paid on top of ₹37,000/- per month, and it will be given as per Government norms.

Q7. Who gets a relaxation in age or marks?

Relaxation of marks and age may be granted to SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Women/physically challenged candidates as per GOI norms. The post table gives 5 years of age relaxation to SC/ST/Physically Handicapped Female candidates.

Q8. How do I apply for the IIT BHU JRF post?

Email the filled application form and all documents as a single PDF to [e-mail]. You must also fill in and submit the Google form given in the notice.

Q9. What should I write in the email subject line?

Write the post you are applying for in the subject line, such as "Application for JRF_Emerging_2026".

Q10. Is the IIT BHU JRF post permanent?

No. The post is full-time, purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. The tenure is tentatively one year, and the position may be extended for the total project duration.

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