IIT Hyderabad Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

The Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad invites applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow under an Anusandhan National Research Foundation-funded project in the Department of Physics.

Position Details

Organisation: Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad
Department: Physics
Position: Junior Research Fellow
Employment Type: Project-based
Duration: Maximum 11 months at a stretch
Funding Agency: Anusandhan National Research Foundation

Project Title

“Matrix Inhomogeneity and Degradation Regulate Tissue Growth”

Monthly Stipend

INR 37,000 plus 27% HRA per month

HRA will be provided only when hostel accommodation is not allotted.

Essential Qualification

Applicants must possess:

• M.Sc. in Physics or B.Tech. in Engineering Physics from a recognised institution with at least 60% marks.

Candidates must also satisfy at least one of the following conditions:

• Valid GATE score

• DST INSPIRE Fellowship

• CSIR-UGC JRF qualification

• CGPA of 9.0 or above from a Centrally Funded Technical Institution

Desirable Skills

Candidates should have a strong interest in programming. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in computational physics and solving partial or ordinary differential equations using:

• Python

• C or C++

• Fortran

• MATLAB

How to Apply

Interested candidates must send their applications by email to:

Email: agupta@phy.iith.ac.in

Email Subject: Application for JRF Position under Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) grant

The application should include:

• Detailed CV

• Copy of GATE scorecard or CSIR-UGC JRF result

• Brief write-up of up to one page describing relevant skills

Application Deadline

25 August 2026

Shortlisted candidates will receive interview details through email. The selected candidate should be prepared to join the Department of Physics at IIT Hyderabad immediately.

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