Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad
Cut-off Date: 19 Aug 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 35 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 20 Aug 1991 to 19 Aug 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 20 Aug 1991 to 19 Aug 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +3 yrs | 20 Aug 1988 to 19 Aug 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 20 Aug 1986 to 19 Aug 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 20 Aug 1986 to 19 Aug 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | +10 yrs | 20 Aug 1981 to 19 Aug 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–35 Years (As on 19 Aug 2026)
The Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellow (JRF), announcing a total of 1 vacancies located in Jharkhand. The closing date for submission of online application forms is 19 August 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold BE/BTech/ME/MTech/MS/MCA/MSc with valid GATE or NET qualification and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 35 years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of 37,000 INR - 42,000 INR + 20% HRA. The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting followed by an interview via video conferencing. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Last Date to Apply |
19 Aug 2026
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| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | BE/BTech/ME/MTech/MS/MCA/MSc with valid GATE or NET qualification |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years |
| Salary | 37,000 INR - 42,000 INR + 20% HRA |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting followed by an interview via video conferencing |
The Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad has officially released the notification for the recruitment of one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under project ANRF/ECRG/2025/000131_ENS. The engagement is contractual, and candidates are selected based on merit and a video-conferencing interview.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Advertisement No. | ANRF/ECRG/2025/000131_ENS |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 August 2026 |
Applicants must possess a BE/BTech/ME/MTech/MS/MCA/MSc degree in the relevant discipline. Additionally, candidates must have a valid GATE qualification (in CS, DA, EC, or EE) or NET (in Computer Science and Applications, Electronic Science, or Mathematical Sciences). The maximum age limit is 35 years, with standard government relaxations applicable.
The selection process involves shortlisting candidates based on their academic credentials and performance, followed by an interview conducted via video conferencing. Interested candidates are required to submit their applications online through the official portal of IIT (ISM) Dhanbad before the deadline of 19 August 2026.
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