Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) — Department of Mechanical Engineering
The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) has issued an official recruitment notification for JRF (GATE), announcing a total of 2 vacancies located in Assam. The closing date for submission of online application forms is 11 October 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering. Candidate must qualify CSIR-UGC NET (including lectureship/Assistant Professorship), GATE, or National Level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and Agencies (DST, DBT, DAE, DOs, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IISc, IISCR, etc.). Expertise in running direct simulation Monte Carlo (DSMC) codes and knowledge in rarefied gas dynamics required. and be within the prescribed age limit of As per institute norms, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 44,400 per month (Pay: Rs. 37,000 + HRA: Rs. 7,400). The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting based on eligibility followed by an online interview.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Last Date to Apply |
11 Oct 2026
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|---|---|
| Fee Payment Deadline | 11 Oct 2026 |
| Interview Date / Walk-in | 12 Oct 2026 |
| Post Name | JRF (GATE) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Qualification | B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering. Candidate must qualify CSIR-UGC NET (including lectureship/Assistant Professorship), GATE, or National Level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and Agencies (DST, DBT, DAE, DOs, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IISc, IISCR, etc.). Expertise in running direct simulation Monte Carlo (DSMC) codes and knowledge in rarefied gas dynamics required. |
| Age Limit | As per institute norms |
| Salary | Rs. 44,400 per month (Pay: Rs. 37,000 + HRA: Rs. 7,400) |
| Application Fee |
General: ₹0
OBC: ₹0
EWS: ₹0
SC: ₹0
ST: ₹0
fee_exempted: Yes
payment_mode: Online
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| Selection Process | Shortlisting based on eligibility followed by an online interview. |
Rs. 37,000 + HRA Rs. 7,400 = Total Rs. 44,400 per month
Official Prescribed Pay: Rs. 44,400 per month consolidated
The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) has officially released an employment notification under the Department of Mechanical Engineering for the recruitment of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts. This opening is part of an advanced sponsored project titled 'Computational Study of Lunar Regolith Erosion by Lander Engine Exhaust using 3D MPI-parallelized NS-DSMC framework' under Advt. No. 2627R-0428-MECH1319TAKR. Candidates seeking research opportunities in central institutions can explore all latest Assam Government Jobs for similar technical openings.
| Sl. No. | Designation | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | JRF (GATE) | 2 |
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| JRF (GATE) | B.Tech in Mechanical Engg. Candidate must qualify any one of the following: 1. Scholars selected through National Eligibility Test - CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE. 2. The selection process through National Level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOs, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IISc, IISCR etc. (The candidates should have expertise in running direct simulation Monte Carlo (DSMC) codes and have sufficient knowledge in rarefied gas dynamics.) |
| Post | Pay Level / Pay |
|---|---|
| JRF (GATE) | Pay Recommended: Rs. 37,000 | HRA: Rs. 7,400 | Medical: Rs. 0 | Total Amount: Rs. 44,400 per month |
A total of 2 vacancies have been announced for qualified engineering professionals. Aspiring researchers who meet the technical prerequisites can apply through the official online portal before the final deadline. Candidates interested in higher academic and scientific positions may also check the IIM Bangalore Post-Doctoral Research Associate Recruitment 2026 recruitment details for parallel research opportunities.
To qualify for the IIT Guwahati JRF Recruitment 2026, applicants must fulfill strict academic and technical competency standards set by the department. Candidates must possess a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university or institute. In addition to the basic degree, applicants are required to have a valid national-level qualification.
Applicants must have qualified GATE, CSIR-UGC NET (including lectureship or Assistant Professorship), or other national-level examinations conducted by central government departments and agencies such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IISc, or IISCR. Furthermore, hands-on expertise in running direct simulation Monte Carlo (DSMC) codes and sound knowledge in rarefied gas dynamics are mandatory for consideration. Candidates looking for broader avenues can also check more Graduate jobs in Assam matching their qualifications.
Selected candidates for the JRF (GATE) position will receive a consolidated monthly stipend of Rs. 44,400. This total compensation structure comprises a basic pay of Rs. 37,000 plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) amounting to Rs. 7,400 per month.
The nature of employment is purely contractual for an initial duration of 4 months. As this is a project-linked temporary position, extensions beyond the specified duration are subject to institute norms and project requirements.
The recruitment methodology is structured to identify candidates with high technical proficiency without a written examination. The selection stages involve an initial screening and shortlisting of applications based on academic credentials, national exam scores, and required expertise in DSMC frameworks.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in an online interview scheduled for 12 October 2026. Final selection is determined entirely by the candidate's performance during the online interview interaction with the faculty panel.
Candidates must take note of the critical project timelines to avoid missing out on submission windows. The deadline to submit the online application form is 11 October 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
Following the application closure, the online interview for eligible and shortlisted candidates will take place on 12 October 2026. No requests for extensions or late submissions will be entertained by the institute administration.
As per the official project recruitment guidelines released by IIT Guwahati, no application fee is required for candidates applying across any category (General, OBC, EWS, SC, or ST). Applicants can submit their forms online without making any monetary transaction.
Eligible candidates can complete their application process online by adhering to the following structured steps:
Shortlisted candidates must keep the following documents ready for verification during the online interview stage:
Important Warning: Ensure all project requirements and specialized technical competencies in numerical simulation codes are fully met before initiating the application process. No TA/DA will be provided to candidates for attending the online selection interview.
Applicants are strongly advised to verify all entered details against original marksheets prior to final submission. Review the Official Notification PDF carefully for any last-minute updates issued by the Department of Mechanical Engineering at IIT Guwahati.
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