IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

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• Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur has released the official Junior Research Fellow Notification 2026. A total of 1 vacancy has been announced under the IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates aged up to 28 years with a Post Graduate degree in Basic Science or a Graduate/Post Graduate degree in Professional Engineering or Technology, with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent CGPA and qualification through CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or equivalent national-level examinations, can apply. GATE is mandatory for B.Tech./B.E. Chemical Engineering candidates. The application process will be conducted through email up to 20 August 2026. The official notification PDF and application details are available below.

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IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Overview

IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF

• Candidates who are interested in applying for the IIT Kharagpur Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
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IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details

• A total of 1 vacancy is available - 1 for Junior Research Fellow.

IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria

• Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science OR Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in Professional Engineering or Technology Course selected via CSIR-UGC NET/GATE or National level examinations by DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER etc.
• Minimum 60% marks.
• GATE mandatory for B.Tech/B.E. in Chemical Engineering.
• Candidates preferred for MS/Ph.D. through project mode.

IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit

• Maximum Age Limit: 28 years
• Age rules may be relaxed upon fulfilling sponsor agency rules, if any.
• Candidates should ensure that they fulfill the prescribed age criteria. Calculate your exact age using our Age Calculator before submitting your application to confirm your eligibility

IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Salary / Stipend

• Rs. 37000 Per Month

IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates

IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process

• Merit List
• Interview

How to Apply

• Candidates who wish to apply for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 via email should follow the steps below.
• Read the official notification carefully before applying.
• Prepare your application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
• Attach self-attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
• Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
• Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
• Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 20-08-2026.
• Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.

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Q2. What is the educational qualification required for the Junior Research Fellow post?

• Candidates must possess a Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science or a Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in Professional Engineering or Technology Course, selected through CSIR-UGC NET/GATE or equivalent national exams, with a minimum of 60% marks.

Q3. Is GATE qualification mandatory for all candidates applying for the Junior Research Fellow role?

• GATE qualification is mandatory only for candidates applying with a B.Tech/B.E. degree in Chemical Engineering. Other candidates may have qualified through other national-level examinations.

Q4. What is the age limit for the Junior Research Fellow position?

• The maximum age limit for the Junior Research Fellow position is 28 years. However, age relaxation may be provided as per the sponsor agency's rules.

Q5. What is the salary offered for the Junior Research Fellow post?

• The selected candidate for the Junior Research Fellow position will receive a monthly salary of Rs. 37,000.

Q7. Is there any application fee for the Junior Research Fellow recruitment?

• No, there is no application fee mentioned for any category (General/OBC, SC/ST) for this recruitment drive.

Q8. What are the selection methods for the Junior Research Fellow position?

• The selection process for the Junior Research Fellow position will involve a Merit List followed by an Interview.

Q9. What is the total number of vacancies for the Junior Research Fellow post?

• There is one vacancy available for the Junior Research Fellow post at IIT Kharagpur.