IIT Indore Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post, Apply by 31 Aug (Madhya Pradesh)

Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT Indore), an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has released Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 for 1 post. This central government job in Madhya Pradesh is open to candidates holding an M.Sc. in Physics or Astronomy or equivalent disciplines with a minimum of 60% marks. Selected candidates will support research work requiring good computer programming skills and a strong foundation in physics and mathematics; familiarity with Machine Learning/Deep Learning techniques is desirable but not mandatory. The selection process consists of shortlisting followed by an interview, scheduled between 14 and 18 September 2026. Salary depends on GATE/NET qualification — ₹37,000 plus 20% HRA for GATE/NET-qualified candidates, or ₹30,000 plus 20% HRA otherwise. Applications for the IIT Indore JRF 2026 position must be sent by email as per the official notification. The last date to apply is 31 August 2026. Candidates must read the complete official IIT Indore JRF 2026 notification PDF before applying to confirm exact eligibility and document requirements.

• M.Sc. in Physics or Astronomy or equivalent disciplines with minimum 60% marks
• Good computer programming skills and knowledge of basic physics and mathematics
• Machine Learning/Deep Learning techniques desirable but not essential
• GATE or NET qualification desirable but not essential

• Maximum 30 years (General)
• Age relaxation of 5 years for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, and PwD candidates

• M.Sc. in Physics or Astronomy or equivalent with minimum 60% marks
• Good computer programming skills, knowledge of basic physics and mathematics
• ML/Deep Learning knowledge desirable but not essential
• GATE/NET desirable but not essential
• Maximum age 30 years, with 5-year relaxation for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD

• If GATE/NET qualified: ₹37,000 + 20% HRA (if living outside campus)
• If GATE/NET not qualified: ₹30,000 + 20% HRA (if living outside campus)

1. Read the official IIT Indore JRF 2026 notification carefully before applying
2. Prepare a detailed CV including academic qualifications, GATE/NET certificate (if applicable), and Date of Birth proof in a single PDF
3. Attach self-attested copies of all required educational certificates and mark sheets
4. Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email
5. Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification
6. Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 31 August 2026
7. Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference