IIT Jammu Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 — 2 Posts, Apply Online by 17 Sep (DRDL Project)

Indian Institute of Technology Jammu (IIT Jammu), an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, has released IIT Jammu Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 under Advt No. IITJMU/RC/RP-100330/DRDL/A-46 for 2 government job vacancies of Research Assistant, under a DRDL-linked project. This is a distinct research opportunity for experienced Embedded Systems, VLSI, IoT, and Communication Engineering professionals, separate from IIT Jammu's several other parallel research recruitment drives. Selected Research Assistants will support a DRDL-affiliated project at IIT Jammu, applying deep technical expertise in Embedded Systems, Electronics & Communication Engineering, VLSI, IoT, or Wireless Communication. Candidates up to 37 years of age holding an M.Tech/M.E./M.Sc. (with 60% marks) or Ph.D. in the relevant discipline, along with 6 years of R&D experience, are eligible to apply — this is a senior, experience-heavy research role rather than an entry-level fellowship. The selection process for IIT Jammu Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 consists of Shortlisting based on merit and project need, followed by an Interview (online/offline). The post carries a consolidated monthly salary of ₹67,000 plus HRA as applicable. The IIT Jammu Research Assistant 2026 online application is available at apply.iitjammu.ac.in. The last date to apply online is 17 September 2026. There is no application fee for any category. Candidates must read the complete official notification carefully before applying, since the 6-year experience requirement makes this a senior research position, distinct from IIT Jammu's JRF and entry-level project posts.

• Research Assistant: M.Tech/M.E./M.Sc. with minimum 60% marks (or 7.5/10 CGPA) throughout academics from Class XII, in Embedded Systems/Electronics & Communication Engineering/VLSI/IoT/Wireless Communication/Computer Science or related discipline, along with a B.Tech/B.E./B.Sc. in Electronics & Communication/Electronics & Telecommunication/Electrical/Electrical & Electronics/Computer Science Engineering; OR a Ph.D. in the above disciplines with an M.Tech/M.E./M.Sc. and B.Tech/B.E./B.Sc. in the same fields; plus 6 years' R&D experience in industrial/academic institutions or S&T organisations. Valid GATE score preferred

• Maximum 37 years
• Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/Women/Physically Handicapped; 3 years for OBC-NCL

• M.Tech/M.E./M.Sc. (60% marks/7.5 CGPA) or Ph.D. in Embedded Systems/ECE/VLSI/IoT/Wireless Communication/Computer Science, with a B.Tech/B.E./B.Sc. in a related electronics/computer engineering discipline
• 6 years' R&D experience in industrial or academic institutions, S&T organisations, or scientific activities/services
• Valid GATE score preferred
• Maximum age 37 years, with relaxation for SC/ST/Women/Physically Handicapped (5 years) and OBC-NCL (3 years)
• Nature of engagement: Project-based, contractual, under a DRDL-linked project
• No application fee for any category

No application fee is mentioned in the official notification

• ₹67,000/- plus HRA as applicable per month (Consolidated)

1. Visit the official IIT Jammu website, iitjammu.ac.in
2. Download and read the official notification PDF (Advt No. IITJMU/RC/RP-100330/DRDL/A-46) to confirm eligibility
3. Visit the online application portal at apply.iitjammu.ac.in and register with a valid email ID and mobile number
4. Fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational, and research experience details
5. Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and educational/experience certificates in the prescribed format
6. Review all details carefully before final submission
7. Submit the application on or before 17 September 2026
8. Take a printout or save a copy of the submission confirmation for future reference
9. Await communication regarding shortlisting for the Interview stage
10. Attend the Interview (online/offline) as scheduled, keeping all original documents ready for verification