IMU Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

• Applicants must be Indian nationals.
• Applicants need a B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Ocean Engineering, Mechanical, Aerospace, Applied Mechanics, Computational Engineering or an allied field, with a strong academic record.
• Desired skills include strong fundamentals in Finite Element Methods, experience writing ABAQUS sub-routines, and experience using ABAQUS for CFRP composite laminate modelling, fracture models, nonlinear buckling and collapse simulations.

• Check the official notification for the post's eligibility and conditions.
• Open the prescribed Google application form and complete it online.
• Submit the application by 6 December 2026; the notice says the date may be extended if desired applications are not received.
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email for an interview.

IMU JRF project opening

Indian Maritime University, a central university under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, has advertised one Junior Research Fellow position in Chennai. The opening is for the project “Design and Safety Evaluation of Carbon Fiber Composite Hull for Deep Sea Submersibles and Ocean Structures”, funded by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. The notice is dated 6 November 2026 and carries advertisement number IMU/TRK/RP/03/.

Eligibility and preferred experience

The position is open to eligible Indian nationals with a strong academic record and a B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Ocean Engineering, Mechanical, Aerospace, Applied Mechanics, Computational Engineering or an allied field. The maximum age is 35 years. The notice provides age relaxation for OBC, SC, ST, PWD and women candidates under Government of India norms, as well as for highly deserving candidates; it does not state an age calculation date.

IMU also lists desired technical experience. This includes strong Finite Element Methods fundamentals, writing ABAQUS sub-routines, and using ABAQUS for CFRP composite laminate modelling, fracture models, nonlinear buckling and collapse simulations.

Fellowship and tenure

The fellowship is Rs. 37,000 plus HRA for the first two years and Rs. 42,000 plus HRA for the third year. Hostel accommodation may be available on a chargeable basis; HRA is not payable if it is provided. The project runs for three years, while the initial posting is for six months. An extension depends on satisfactory performance and available funds. The post is temporary and ends with the project tenure.

Application and interview

Candidates must complete the prescribed Google form by 6 December 2026. The notice allows the deadline to be extended if desired applications are not received and does not specify an application fee or documents to attach. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an offline or online interview and notified by email. No TA/DA is payable for an offline interview, and the interview date has not been announced.

The selected candidate must join immediately after receiving the offer. The position may be terminated with 30 days' notice if performance is unsatisfactory. The selected candidate may also have an opportunity to register for an IMU Ph.D. under university norms when the university releases its admission notification.