IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 for 1 PostOut

• M.Tech., M.E. or M.S. in Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering, Optical or Opto-Electronics; or M.Sc./M.Sc. Tech. in Physics/Electronics or an equivalent degree with at least first class from a reputed institute.
• Qualification in GATE or CSIR-UGC NET is mandatory in addition to the required degree.
• Relevant experience with COMSOL, machine learning and Python/MATLAB programming is desirable.

• Read the official notification and check the discipline-specific eligibility requirements.
• Open the linked online application form and complete the required entries.
• Submit the form by 15 November 2026 at 11.30 PM.

About the research opening

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad's Office of the Dean (Research & Development) has announced one Junior Research Fellow opening under project SRDP1413G. The notice is dated 30 October 2026. The project is sponsored by TexMin Foundation (TIH) under DST, Government of India, with sanction number PSF-IH-4Y-TD-155 dated 29 September 2026. Dr. Amitesh Kumar, Associate Professor in the Department of Electronics Engineering, is the Principal Investigator.

Research work and eligibility

The project studies microseismic wave detection in coal mines through fiber optic geophones for artificial intelligence-based structural health monitoring. Work includes designing an optical geophone using relevant software, collecting data, and developing AI/ML algorithms for signal processing and model development.

The opening is for candidates with the specified postgraduate engineering qualifications or eligible Physics/Electronics postgraduate degrees. GATE or CSIR-UGC NET qualification is additionally required. Experience in COMSOL, machine learning and Python/MATLAB programming is desirable. Applicants should check the notification for the exact discipline requirements before completing the form.

Application and selection steps

• Read the official notification and compare your qualifications with the permitted disciplines.
• Open the online application form, complete the required entries and submit it by 15 November 2026 at 11.30 PM.
• Shortlisted applicants will be informed of the interview date. Interviews may be conducted online or offline.

Shortlisting depends on merit and the needs of the project. Meeting the minimum educational requirements alone does not assure an interview invitation. The notice does not specify an application fee or a numerical age limit; age and relaxation follow Government of India norms.

Fellowship and appointment period

The selected candidate will receive Rs. 37,000 per month plus HRA as applicable. The engagement is for 12 months or until project completion, whichever is earlier. The position may be converted into a regular institute JRF appointment subject to IIT (ISM) rules.