IIT Jammu Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Junior Research Fellow JRF Vacancy

IIT Jammu JRF Recruitment 2026 Overview

The Indian Institute of Technology Jammu (IIT Jammu) has published an official employment notification (Advt No: IITJMU/R&C/RP-100323/A-42) for the recruitment of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the Department of Mathematics. This project-based vacancy is targeted at postgraduates in Mathematics with relevant national-level eligibility certifications. Eligible candidates can register online through the official portal before the deadline.

Vacancy & Salary Structure

The position is temporary, offered initially for a duration of one year, and extendable based on performance and project requirements. It is co-terminus with the project duration.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following qualification requirements and age limits to be considered for shortlisting:

Educational Qualifications

• Degree: M.Sc. or equivalent degree in Mathematics as a full-time program from a recognized university or institute.
• Academic Standing: Minimum of 55% aggregate marks or a CGPA of 6.0 on a 10-point scale.
• National Level Exam Qualification: Must have qualified in either the GATE exam (with a valid score card) or the CSIR-UGC NET (including Lectureship/Assistant Professorship).

Age Limit & Relaxations

• Maximum Age: 28 years (calculated as on the last date of application submission).
• Age Relaxations:
  • SC / ST / Women / Physically Handicapped (PH): 5 years relaxation.
  • OBC-NCL: 3 years relaxation.

Selection Methodology

The selection process consists of two major phases:

1. Initial Screening & Shortlisting: Submitted profiles are evaluated based on academic merit, research credentials, GATE/NET scores, and compatibility with the project requirements.
2. Interview Round: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in an online or offline interview. Final selection is strictly merit-based.

How to Apply Online

Interested applicants can submit their application forms using the official IIT Jammu recruitment portal. Follow the steps below for a successful registration:

1. Go to the online portal: apply.iitjammu.ac.in.
2. Register on the portal by entering your primary email address and creating a secure password.
3. Log in using your new credentials and look for the advertisement number IITJMU/R&C/RP-100323/A-42.
4. Fill out the form sections carefully: personal details, academic scores (M.Sc. marks/CGPA), and GATE/NET scores.
5. Upload clean, legible copies of all required credentials, including mark sheets, degrees, qualifying certificates, a recent colored passport photograph, and your signature.
6. Verify all entered information before final submission. Keep a printed copy of the confirmation sheet for reference during selection rounds.