Updated 05 February 2026 03:11 PM
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Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Junior Research Fellow Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official IIT Roorkee website. The last date to submit the application form is 14-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the IIT Roorkee Junior Research Fellow Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Offline application form.
IIT Roorkee JRF Recruitment 2026 Overview
Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum qualification: Bachelor’s degree (4-year B.Tech) or Master’s degree (M.Tech/B.I.I.T/M.S. by research)
- Discipline: Electrical Engineering or Electrical and Electronics Engineering with specialization in power electronics or equivalent
- Must have qualified in a national-level test such as GATE/CSIR-NET/JES-I/UGC-NET/Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or PhD
- Candidates with CGPA ≥ 8.0 in qualifying degree from Ministry of Education funded Technical Institutions are exempted from national-level test requirements
- Candidates with prior experience in hardware development of GaN-based power converters are encouraged to apply
Job Description
- GaN-based AC-DC converter design
- GaN-based DC-DC converter development
- Power converter development and optimization
Important Dates
How to Apply
- Prepare applications with the following documents:
- Detailed CV including chronological details of degrees/certificates, papers, and research experience
- Copies of degree/certificate and experience certificate
- Save all documents as a single PDF file with subject line: JRF_IBITF_
- Email the application to: [email protected]
- Ensure all eligibility criteria are met before applying
Selection Process
- Shortlisting of candidates based on qualification and experience
- Online interview with selected candidates
- Date, time, and meeting link will be communicated via email
- Selected candidate can join immediately
IIT Roorkee Junior Research Fellow Important Links
IIT Roorkee Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the job title and number of positions available in the IIT Roorkee Electrical Engineering project?
The position is Junior Research Fellow (JRF), with 1 opening. The project focuses on “The Smart Energy Metering and Billing System (SEMB)” for enhancing EV charging infrastructure, sponsored by IIT Bhilai Innovation and Technology Foundation (IBITF). Duration is 2 years, with PhD registration opportunity.
Q2. What are the educational qualifications required for the JRF role at IIT Roorkee?
Candidates need a minimum 4-year Bachelor’s degree or Master’s (M.Tech/M.E./M.S.) in Electrical or Electrical and Electronics Engineering, specializing in power electronics or equivalent. Must qualify in GATE/CEED/JEST/UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/PhD, or have ≥8.0 CGPA from MoE-funded institutions (exempting national tests).
Q3. What is the salary and duration for the Junior Research Fellow position in the EV charging project?
The emoluments are Rs. 37,000 per month for the first two years. The project duration is 2 years, offering selected candidates the chance to register for PhD at IIT Roorkee per institute norms, with potential MHRD fellowship post-project.
Q4. What is the job description for the JRF in the Smart Energy Metering project at IIT Roorkee?
Responsibilities include GaN-based AC-DC converter design, GaN-based DC-DC converter development, and overall power converter development. Preference given to candidates with hardware experience in GaN-based power converters, and to OBC/SC/ST applicants with equal qualifications.
Q5. How to apply for the JRF position in the IIT Roorkee Electrical Engineering department?
Submit a single PDF via email to [email protected] by February 14, 2026, 5 PM, with subject “JRF_IBITF_
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