Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur — R&D
Cut-off Date: 05 Aug 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 27 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 | 27 yrs | — | 06 Aug 1999 to 05 Aug 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 06 Aug 1999 to 05 Aug 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 30 yrs | +3 yrs | 06 Aug 1996 to 05 Aug 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 06 Aug 1994 to 05 Aug 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 06 Aug 1994 to 05 Aug 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +10 yrs | 06 Aug 1989 to 05 Aug 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–27 Years (As on 05 Aug 2026)
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellow, announcing a total of 1 vacancies located in Uttar Pradesh. The closing date for submission of online application forms is 05 August 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold M.Tech/ME/MSc or B.Tech/BE/BSc in Engineering/Science disciplines with valid GATE/NET and be within the prescribed age limit of Refer to official notification, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 37,000 + 20% HRA per month. The selection procedure comprises Online Interview. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Last Date to Apply |
05 Aug 2026
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| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow |
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| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | M.Tech/ME/MSc or B.Tech/BE/BSc in Engineering/Science disciplines with valid GATE/NET |
| Age Limit | Refer to official notification |
| Salary | Rs. 37,000 + 20% HRA per month |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection Process | Online Interview |
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur has issued a formal notification to fill 1 vacancy for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). This is a contractual engagement for individuals with a strong background in engineering or science, specifically those holding valid GATE or NET qualifications.
Candidates must ensure they meet one of the following educational criteria to be considered for this research role:
The selected Junior Research Fellow will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 37,000, supplemented by an additional 20% House Rent Allowance (HRA).
Interested candidates are required to submit their application through email. Follow these steps to ensure your application is processed:
Note: Candidates are advised to save a copy of the sent email for future correspondence. The selection will be based on an online interview process.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | 5 August 2026 |
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