Junior Research Fellow – 1 Posts

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Job summary

IIT Dharwad invites applications for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – 1 Post on a contractual 36-month project. Candidates with B.S./B.Pharm/MBBS or related degrees and NET/GATE qualification are eligible. Last date: 1 December 2026. Selection via online interview.

The post is temporary with no right to regular employment; age limit up to 28 years with relaxations for reserved categories. Apply online by the due date.

Qualifications

• A 4-year B.S. programme, B.Pharm or MBBS with 55% marks.
• Integrated B.S.-M.S., or M.Sc./BE/B.Tech in related fields with 55%.
• CSIR-UGC NET (JRF/Lectureship) or GATE is required.

Education

BS (4-year) program

B.Pharm

MBBS

Integrated B.S.-M.S.

M.Sc./BE/B.Tech

Job description

IIT Dharwad Junior Research Fellow – 1 Posts Recruitment 2026

Introduction

IIT Dharwad has invited applications for Junior Research Fellow – 1 Posts. There are 1 vacancies for candidates with B.Pharma, B.Tech/B.E, M.Sc, MBBS. The last date to apply is 1 December 2026.

• The number of vacancies is tentative. IIT Dharwad reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of advertised posts at the time of selection, and to not fill any of the posts.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the Selection Process.
• The Institute may modify, withdraw or cancel any communication made to applicants if an inadvertent mistake in the selection process is detected at any stage, even after the appointment letter is issued.
• After joining, the person must abide by the Rules, Regulations, Ordinances, Statutes and Act of the Institute applicable from time to time. She/he may be assigned any duty within or outside the Institute depending on the exigency of the work.
• The Institute verifies antecedents or documents at the time of appointment or during service. If documents are fake, or antecedents are clandestine and the information was suppressed, services are terminated forthwith and legal action may be initiated.
• No interim correspondence from candidates will be entertained.
• Canvassing in any form, or bringing in any influence political or otherwise, is a disqualification for the post.
• In any dispute or ambiguity in the selection process, the decision of the Institute is final.

Age Limit

The upper age limit is 28 years.

Q5. What is the fellowship for the IIT Dharwad JRF post?

The fellowship is Rs. 37,000 per month for the first and second years, followed by Rs. 42,000 in the 3rd year upon upgradation to SRF, plus 16% HRA.

Q6. Is HRA paid on top of the JRF fellowship?

Yes, the notice prints 16% HRA along with the fellowship amounts. It states no other allowance.

Q7. How do I apply for the IIT Dharwad JRF post?

Apply through the online application form link given in the notice. Candidates should keep the online version of their certificates, one set of self-attested documents and an updated CV ready.

Q8. How are candidates selected for the IIT Dharwad JRF post?

Applications are screened for eligibility, and only shortlisted applicants are called for an online interview. Shortlisted candidates are informed by email.

Q9. Is the IIT Dharwad JRF job permanent?

No. The post is temporary, purely on a contractual basis, in a 36-month (3 years) research project. Selected candidates have no claim on any regular position.

Q10. Will TA/DA be paid for attending the interview?

No. The notice says no TA/DA will be paid for attending the Selection Process.

Age Relaxation

It is relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC, women and physically handicapped candidates.

How to Apply

Eligible and interested candidates should apply for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position through the online application link given in the notice, by 1 December 2026. The notice does not describe further form-filling steps.

Documents named in the notice:

• Online version of all original certificates, including mark sheets (matriculation onwards).
• Experience certificate(s).
• Monthly emoluments/salary drawn.
• Other relevant documents, including one set of self-attested certificate(s)/document(s).
• Updated Curriculum Vitae.

For queries, candidates may write to [email protected] or [email protected]. For a query related to the Selection Process, applicants may email [email protected]. Queries on eligibility for the post or interpretation of rules will not be entertained.

Selection and Interview

Applications are first screened for eligibility. Only the shortlisted applicants are called for an interview, which is held online. Mere fulfillment of minimum eligibility does not give the right to shortlisting, and IIT Dharwad reserves the right to screen and shortlist candidates by introducing higher benchmarks. Emails are sent to all shortlisted candidates. The date of the interview/selection process (tentative) will be intimated later through email, and any change in the schedule will be notified on the IIT Dharwad website.

How many Junior Research Fellow (JRF) vacancies are there at IIT Dharwad?

There is 1 (One) vacancy. The notice calls the number tentative and reserves the right to increase or decrease it at the time of selection.

What is the last date to apply for the IIT Dharwad JRF post?

The last date to submit the application form is 1 December 2026.

What is the qualification for the IIT Dharwad JRF post?

A B.S. 4 years programme, B. Pharm, MBBS or Integrated B.S.-M.S., or an M.Sc./BE/B.Tech (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Life Sciences or a related discipline, with at least 55% marks. A pass in CSIR-UGC NET [JRF/Lectureship (LS)] or GATE is also required.

Verify all details from the official notification before applying.