Date Posted: October 24, 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Indore has released the IIT Indore Recruitment 2026 notification inviting applications from motivated and eligible candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in a research project funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) under the Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant (PMECRG) scheme, Government of India, in the Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science. IIT Indore is a premier Institute of National…
Importance offering advanced engineering, science, and research programmes. 1 vacancy is open under this recruitment for the project titled “Unraveling Thermomigration Effects in High-Entropy Solder Alloys.” Eligible candidates can apply by email, with the deadline for applications being November 10, 2026. Full details on eligibility, fellowship, and the application procedure are provided below.
Institution Profile
The Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT Indore) is an institute of national importance established by the Government of India in 2009 as part of the new generation of IITs. Located on a 501-acre residential campus at Simrol near Indore, Madhya Pradesh, the institute has rapidly evolved into a leading centre for education, research, and innovation in science, engineering, and humanities.
Mentored initially by IIT Bombay and starting from a temporary campus in the city, IIT Indore moved to its permanent campus in 2016, where it now houses state-of-the-art academic infrastructure, advanced research laboratories, modern lecture halls, student residences, and comprehensive campus amenities.
Employment Type: Temporary, Project-Based (ANRF-PMECRG Funded Project)
Post Name/Designation
Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science
Project Title: Unraveling Thermomigration Effects in High-Entropy Solder Alloys
Funding Agency: Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), under the Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant (PMECRG) scheme, Government of India
Principal Investigator: Dr. Vivek Verma, Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science
Total Vacancies
1 (One) post of Junior Research Fellow.
Duration: Initially for one year, extendable based on performance and project tenure.
Project Description
This project aims to unravel thermomigration behavior in high-entropy solder alloy systems through computational thermodynamics, diffusion modeling, and experimental characterization, enabling predictive design of thermally stable advanced materials for next-generation electronics.
Required Educational Qualifications
a) Essential Qualifications:
M.Tech./M.E./M.S. or equivalent degree in Metallurgical Engineering/Materials Science and Engineering/Metallurgical and Materials Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Manufacturing/Production Engineering. Candidates having M.Tech/ME/MS degrees in these should have previously qualified GATE once.
OR
B.Tech./B.E. or equivalent degree in Metallurgical Engineering/Materials Science and Engineering/Metallurgical and Materials Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Manufacturing/Production Engineering/Engineering Physics, with valid GATE score.
OR
M.Sc. in Materials Science, Physics, Nanoscience and Technology, with a valid GATE score OR equivalent fellowship.
b) Desirable Qualifications:
- Strong foundation in physical metallurgy, thermodynamics, and mechanical behavior.
- Understanding of phase transformations, diffusion phenomena, microstructure–property relationships, and strengthening mechanisms in metallic systems.
- Experience in materials characterization techniques and/or mechanical property evaluation.
- Proficiency in scientific computing tools, Thermo-Calc, and DICTRA.
Important Note on PhD Opportunity: Strong preference will be given to candidates who are interested in pursuing a PhD at IIT Indore. Candidates with clear research motivation and long-term commitment to doctoral studies will be prioritized.
Age Limit
Maximum 28 years.
Candidate Profile
Candidates should have a strong foundation in physical metallurgy, thermodynamics, and mechanical behavior, with an understanding of phase transformations, diffusion phenomena, and microstructure-property relationships in metallic systems. Proficiency in scientific computing tools such as Thermo-Calc and DICTRA is desirable, along with genuine research motivation and long-term commitment toward pursuing doctoral studies.
Required Experience
No specific minimum years of professional experience have been prescribed; desirable experience includes materials characterization techniques and/or mechanical property evaluation, along with valid GATE qualification as applicable to the degree held.
Pay Scale/Pay Level
Fellowship: ₹37,000 per month + HRA.
Accommodation: Institute hostel may be provided subject to availability; otherwise HRA will be applicable.
Application Fee
Not applicable. No application fee has been prescribed for this recruitment.
Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit and project requirements. Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email about the interview. The interview will be conducted online (meeting link will be shared only with shortlisted candidates). The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. Mere possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview call.
Job Location
Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science, Indian Institute of Technology Indore, Khandwa Road, Simrol, Indore – 453552, Madhya Pradesh
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 10.11.2026 |
| Application Deadline | 10.11.2026 |
Apply Mode
How to Apply
Interested candidates should email a single PDF containing all the required qualification documents to vivekv@iiti.ac.in, with the subject line “Application for the position of JRF (ANRF-PMECRG project)”, before the deadline of November 10, 2026.
Application Procedure
- Prepare a single consolidated PDF containing all required qualification documents.
- Include Curriculum Vitae, Statement of Purpose, self-attested copies of educational certificates, GATE scorecard, list of publications (if any), and any other relevant documents.
- Email the consolidated PDF to vivekv@iiti.ac.in, using the exact subject line: “Application for the position of JRF (ANRF-PMECRG project)”.
- Ensure the application reaches by the deadline, November 10, 2026.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email about the online interview; the meeting link will be shared only with shortlisted candidates.
Documents Required
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Purpose
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates (B.Tech/M.Tech/M.E./M.S./M.Sc., as applicable)
- GATE scorecard
- List of publications, if any
- Any other relevant supporting documents
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | JRF Notification |
| Institute Website | https://www.iiti.ac.in |
| Application Email | vivekv@iiti.ac.in |
| Office Contact | +91 731 2438733 |
Institute Address:
Indian Institute of Technology Indore, Khandwa Road, Simrol, Indore – 453552, Madhya Pradesh, India
Office: +91 731 2438733 | Fax: +91 731 2438 721
Benefits of Joining IIT Indore
Joining IIT Indore as a Junior Research Fellow offers candidates the opportunity to work on an ANRF-PMECRG funded research project focused on thermomigration behavior in high-entropy solder alloys for next-generation electronics, at a premier Institute of National Importance. The position offers a fellowship of ₹37,000 per month plus HRA, with institute hostel accommodation subject to availability, along with hands-on exposure to computational thermodynamics, diffusion modeling, and experimental characterization under the mentorship of Dr. Vivek Verma. Candidates interested in pursuing a PhD will be given strong preference, offering a clear pathway toward doctoral research — making this role particularly well suited to research-oriented candidates in metallurgical and materials engineering looking to build a long-term academic career.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) — IIT Indore Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the IIT Indore Recruitment 2026 notification about?
A. It is a recruitment notification for one Junior Research Fellow post in the Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science, IIT Indore, under an ANRF-PMECRG funded project on thermomigration effects in high-entropy solder alloys.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for IIT Indore Recruitment 2026?
A. The application deadline is November 10, 2026.
Q3. How many vacancies are available under this recruitment?
A. There is 1 (one) vacancy for the post of Junior Research Fellow.
Q4. What is the essential qualification for Junior Research Fellow?
A. Candidates need an M.Tech/M.E./M.S. in Metallurgical/Materials Science/Mechanical/Manufacturing/Production Engineering with prior GATE qualification, or a B.Tech/B.E. with a valid GATE score, or an M.Sc. in Materials Science/Physics/Nanoscience with valid GATE score or equivalent fellowship.
Q5. What is the fellowship offered for this position?
A. The fellowship is ₹37,000 per month plus HRA, with institute hostel accommodation subject to availability.
Q6. How can candidates apply for IIT Indore Recruitment 2026?
A. Candidates must email a single consolidated PDF with all required documents to vivekv@iiti.ac.in, with the specified subject line.
Q7. What is the age limit for this post?
A. The maximum age limit is 28 years.
Q8. Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
A. No, no application fee has been prescribed for this recruitment.
Q9. Is there a preference for candidates interested in pursuing a PhD?
A. Yes, strong preference will be given to candidates interested in pursuing a PhD at IIT Indore, with clear research motivation and long-term commitment to doctoral studies.
Q10. What is the duration of this position?
A. The position is initially for one year, extendable based on performance and project tenure, and is co-terminus with the project.