IIT Guwahati Recruitment 2026: JRF Fellowship for Chemistry, Biochemistry & Biotech Candidates
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The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IITG) is inviting applications for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position within the Department of Chemical Engineering. This fellowship is part of a high-impact project focused on indigenous technology for extracting critical minerals and rare earth elements.
Position Details
- Post Name: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- No. of Vacancies: 01
- Project Title: “Development of Indigenous technology for extraction of critical minerals including rare earth elements from overlying strata of Northeastern coalfields”
- Duration: 3.5 Months (Valid until July 14, 2026)
Eligibility & Compensation
| Category | Educational Qualifications |
| Engineering | M.Tech (Chemical, Mechanical, Energy, Metallurgical, Material Science, or relevant branches) with a valid GATE score. |
| Sciences | M.Sc (Chemistry, Physics, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Material Science, or relevant branches) with NET or selection through National Level exams by Central Govt agencies. |
Total Monthly Emoluments: ₹44,910 (Breakdown: ₹37,000 Pay + ₹6,660 HRA + ₹1,250 Medical)
Selection Process & Interview
Selection will be based strictly on performance during an Online Interview.
- Interview Date: March 26, 2026 (Thursday)
- Time: 12:00 PM
- Venue: Online (The interview link will be sent to shortlisted candidates via email).
How to Apply
- Visit the Recruitment Portal of the Research & Development Cell, IIT Guwahati.
- Search for the project title mentioned above.
- Follow the portal’s instructions to submit your application online.
- For clarifications, contact the Principal Investigator, Prof. Prabu Vairakannu, at v.prabu@iitg.ac.in.
Note: No TA/DA will be provided for the interview, and campus accommodation is not available for this short-term role.
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