Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Junior Research Fellowship Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official IIT Kharagpur website. The last date to submit the application form is 18-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026 – Important Details
IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026 Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship Recruitment 2026 is 1 position in the Electrical Engineering Department.
- Post Name: Junior Research Fellowship – Research
- Number of Posts: 1
- Department: Electrical Engineering
- Project Name: High frequency fully integrated step-down power management converter (Project Code – R/HYM)
- Principal Investigator (PI): Prof./Dr. Santanu Kapat
- Sponsoring Agency: STMicroelectronics Pvt. Ltd, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Eligibility Criteria for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess any one of the following qualifications to apply for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship positions:
- B.Tech. (or equivalent) with valid GATE (or equivalent) score in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation Engineering
- M.Tech. (or equivalent) with GATE (or equivalent) qualification in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation Engineering
- Academic Performance: 60% (or CGPA 6.5) and above from Matriculation onward
Selection Criteria
Candidates selected through any one of the following national eligibility processes will be preferred:
- Scholars selected through National Eligibility Tests – CSIR-UGC NET (including lectureship/Assistant Professorship) and GATE
- Scholars selected through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER
Desired Experience
- Prior experience in Analog Integrated Circuit Design will get due preference
- Experience in Power Management Integrated Circuit Design is highly valued
Nationality
Candidates must be Indian citizens or as specified in the official notification.
Age Limit for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026
- Upper Age Limit: 28 years
- Age Relaxation: Relaxable upto 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Physically Handicapped/Visually Handicapped/Female applicants
- Age Calculation Date: As on last date of advertisement (23 December 2025)
Salary/Consolidated Compensation for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026
- Consolidated Compensation: Upto Rs. 37,000 per month
- Amount Varies Based On: Qualification and experience of selected candidate
- Tenure: 24 months or the termination of the project, whichever is earlier
Important Dates for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026
How to Apply for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026 by following these steps:
- Visit the official website: www.iitkgp.ac.in
- Navigate to the Sponsored Research and Industrial Consultancy (SRIC) section
- Find the “Junior Research Fellowship Recruitment 2026” notification (Advertisement No. IIT/SRIC/R/HYM/2025/102)
- Read the official notification carefully
- Click on the “Apply Online” link
- Register with your email ID and mobile number
- Fill in the online application form with correct and complete details
- Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates, GATE Score Card)
- Transfer application fee through bank (RTGS/NEFT/NET Banking) and mention transaction details in the form
- Submit the application and take a printout for your records
