IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur — Sponsored Research and Industrial Consultancy (SRIC)
Age Eligibility & DOB Range for Junior Research Fellow
Cut-off Date: 06 Aug 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 28 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 | 28 yrs | — | 07 Aug 1998 to 06 Aug 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 28 yrs | — | 07 Aug 1998 to 06 Aug 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 31 yrs | +3 yrs | 07 Aug 1995 to 06 Aug 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 07 Aug 1993 to 06 Aug 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 07 Aug 1993 to 06 Aug 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +10 yrs | 07 Aug 1988 to 06 Aug 2008 |
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Prescribed Age: 18–28 Years (As on 06 Aug 2026)
Executive Summary & Key Facts
The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellow, announcing a total of 1 vacancies located in West Bengal. The closing date for submission of online application forms is 06 August 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Post Graduate in Basic Science or Graduate/Post Graduate in Professional Course (B.Tech/M.Tech) with GATE/NET. and be within the prescribed age limit of Max 28 years; 5 years relaxation for reserved categories/women., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Up to Rs. 37,000 per month.. The selection procedure comprises Written test and/or walk-in interview.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
📅 Junior Research Fellow - Important Dates & Schedule
| Last Date to Apply |
06 Aug 2026
|
|---|---|
| Interview Date / Walk-in | 07 Aug 2026 |
📋 Junior Research Fellow - Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy Overview
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | Post Graduate in Basic Science or Graduate/Post Graduate in Professional Course (B.Tech/M.Tech) with GATE/NET. |
| Age Limit | Max 28 years; 5 years relaxation for reserved categories/women. |
| Salary | Up to Rs. 37,000 per month. |
| Selection Process | Written test and/or walk-in interview. |
📝 Junior Research Fellow - Detailed Notification Guide
Overview of IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur has released an official recruitment notification for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) for a project-based role. Interested candidates must submit their applications via the official portal before the deadline.
Vacancy and Compensation
| Post Name | Vacancies | Consolidated Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow | 1 | Up to Rs. 37,000/- per month |
Eligibility for IIT Kharagpur JRF
Candidates must meet the following academic and technical qualifications:
- Education: Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science OR Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in a Professional Course.
- Qualifying Exams: Candidates must have qualified for CSIR-UGC NET (including Assistant Professorship) or GATE.
- Academic Percentage Requirements:
- Class 10: 60% (General) / 55% (SC/ST/OBC/PwD).
- Class 12: 70% (General) / 65% (SC/ST/OBC/PwD).
- B.Tech/M.Tech: Minimum 70% or 7.5 CGPA (General) / 65% or 7.0 CGPA (SC/ST/OBC/PwD).
- Relevant Fields: Computer Science, IT, AI, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Instrumentation, Mathematics, or equivalent.
Note: The selected candidate will be involved in fieldwork requiring travel.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The maximum age limit is 28 years. Age relaxation of up to 5 years is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Physically Handicapped, Visually Handicapped, and female applicants, subject to sponsor agency rules.
Application and Interview Process
Candidates are required to apply online through the official IIT Kharagpur SRIC portal. Following the application submission, candidates will be invited for a walk-in interview.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 6 August 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview | 7 August 2026 |