IIT Jammu JRF & Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 — 2 Posts, Apply Online by 12 Aug (Jammu)

Is IIT Jammu JRF and Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 out? Yes — the Indian Institute of Technology Jammu, an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, has released Advertisement No. IITJMU/RC/RP-100381/A-32 inviting online applications for 2 research positions: one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and one Project Assistant. Both posts are attached to an active sponsored research project at the institute, giving candidates a chance to gain hands-on research exposure at a top-tier IIT while working toward eventual doctoral or industry career paths. Both posts share the same eligibility structure: candidates need an M.E./M.Tech/M.S. (Research) in Computer Science Engineering, IT, or Mathematics & Computing with 60% marks, or alternatively a B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc./MCA in CSE/CS/Mathematics with 80% marks backed by a valid GATE score. A 5% relaxation in the marks criterion applies for SC/ST/PwD/EWS/OBC-NCL candidates. The maximum age limit is capped at 28 years, with the standard government relaxations of 3 years for SC/ST/women/PwD candidates and 2 years for OBC (NCL) candidates. The stipend structure rewards continued engagement: the JRF position starts at Rs. 37,000 per month plus HRA for the first 18 months, then rises to Rs. 42,000 per month from the third year onward (without HRA), while the Project Assistant post carries a fixed Rs. 27,000 per month with no HRA component. Selection will be through a written test followed by an interview, so candidates should be prepared to demonstrate strong fundamentals in computer science, mathematics, or the research area relevant to the sponsored project. Applications must be submitted online via the IIT Jammu recruitment portal on or before 12 August 2026, with no application fee charged for any category.

• M.E./M.Tech/M.S. (Research) in CSE/IT/Mathematics & Computing with 60% marks
• OR B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc./MCA in CSE/CS/Mathematics with 80% marks and a valid GATE score
• 5% relaxation in marks applicable for SC/ST/PwD/EWS/OBC-NCL candidates

Maximum 28 years; 3 years' relaxation for SC/ST/women/PwD, 2 years for OBC (NCL)

• M.E./M.Tech/M.S. (Research) or equivalent in CSE/IT/Mathematics & Computing with 60% marks
• OR B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc./MCA in CSE/CS/Mathematics with 80% marks and a valid GATE score (mandatory for B.E./B.Tech applicants)
• 5% relaxation in qualifying marks for SC/ST/PwD/EWS/OBC-NCL candidates
• Maximum age 28 years; relaxation of 3 years for SC/ST/women/PwD and 2 years for OBC (NCL)

Nil for all categories

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Rs. 37,000 per month + HRA (first 18 months); Rs. 42,000 per month from year 3 (no HRA)
• Project Assistant: Rs. 27,000 per month (no HRA)

1. Visit the IIT Jammu application portal at apply.iitjammu.ac.in
2. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number
3. Fill in personal, educational, and GATE score details (where applicable) accurately
4. Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required educational certificates
5. Select the specific post applied for: Junior Research Fellow or Project Assistant
6. Review all entered information carefully before final submission
7. Submit the online application on or before 12 August 2026
8. Download and save the application confirmation for future reference
9. Prepare for the written test covering core CSE/Mathematics fundamentals
10. Watch your registered email for written test and interview schedule