IIT Indore JRF Recruitment 2026 - MXene Project, DRDE-DRDO (01 Post) | Apply by 30 Oct
IIT Indore - Dept. of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science (DRDE-DRDO Project)
Madhya Pradesh - Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science, IIT Indore, Khandwa Road, Simrol, Indore-453552
Vacancies
1
Salary
Rs. 37,000 per month + 16% HRA
Last Date
30 Oct 2026
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Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Important Dates 2026
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Application Fee 2026
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Age Limit 2026
Maximum Age
28 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Salary / Pay Scale 2026
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Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Eligibility Criteria 2026
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Post | Junior Research Fellow - 01 post |
| Essential Qualification | M.Sc. Chemistry/Physics/Materials Science/Nanoscience; OR M.Tech. Materials Science and Engineering/Nanotechnology or equivalent with first division. GATE/NET-LS/NET-PhD preferred |
| Age Limit | Maximum 28 years |
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Qualification / Education
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Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Job Details & Overview
IIT Indore - Junior Research Fellow (MXene-based degradation project)
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore invites applications from interested and motivated candidates for 01 post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the research project titled "MXene-based degradation of life-threatening chemicals and toxic industrial gases" funded by DRDE-DRDO (Advt. No. IITI/RSD/PRJ/2026-27/001 dated 28.09.2026), Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science. Last Date: 30.10.2026.
Position Details
| Post | Junior Research Fellow - 01 post |
|---|---|
| Funding Agency | DRDE-DRDO |
| Fellowship | Rs. 37,000 per month + 16% HRA (as per Institute and Govt. rules) |
| Duration | 30 months; co-terminus with the project |
| Age Limit | Maximum 28 years |
Eligibility
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | M.Sc. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or Nanoscience; OR M.Tech. in Materials Science and Engineering, Nanotechnology or equivalent discipline, with first division. GATE or NET-LS or NET-PhD qualified candidates will be preferred |
Job Description
Synthesis and development of MXenes and their heterostructures with MOF and metal oxides for degradation and detoxification of life-threatening chemicals and toxic industrial gases; prototype fabric development; advanced materials characterisation (FESEM, XRD, XPS, XAS, TEM and HRTEM, BET, ICP-OES, Raman) and detoxification studies. Travel to RRCAT Indore for synchrotron studies at Indus beamlines and to DRDE Gwalior for detoxification studies may be required. The selected candidate will be encouraged to register for the PhD program at IIT Indore, with fellowship extended for PhD duration as per norms. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified by email and called for an online interview. No TA or DA will be paid.
How to Apply
Email a detailed CV with essential qualification degree certificates, mark sheets, GATE or NET qualifying certificates and date of birth proof in a single PDF file, with subject line "Application for JRF under DRDE-DRDO funded project", to rupesh@iiti.ac.in (Prof. Rupesh Devan) on or before 30.10.2026. Notice: JRF MXene advertisement (PDF).
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Important Links
How to Apply for Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for IIT Indore - Dept. of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science (DRDE-DRDO Project)'s IIT Indore JRF Recruitment 2026 - MXene Project, DRDE-DRDO (01 Post) | Apply by 30 Oct before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this IIT Indore - Dept. of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science (DRDE-DRDO Project) recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee of No application fee is mentioned in the notification. online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 30 Oct 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this IIT Indore - Dept. of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science (DRDE-DRDO Project) recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official IIT Indore - Dept. of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science (DRDE-DRDO Project) notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 30 Oct 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
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What is IIT Indore JRF Recruitment 2026 - MXene Project, DRDE-DRDO (01 Post) | Apply by 30 Oct?
IIT Indore JRF Recruitment 2026 - MXene Project, DRDE-DRDO (01 Post) | Apply by 30 Oct is a government recruitment notification published by Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Recruitment 2026 start on 28 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Recruitment 2026 is 30 October 2026.
What is the application fee for Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Recruitment 2026?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
What is the age limit for Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Recruitment 2026?
Maximum age limit for Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Recruitment 2026 is 28 years as on the cutoff date, subject to applicable relaxations.
What is the qualification required for Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore Recruitment 2026?
M.Sc. in Chemistry/Physics/Materials Science/Nanoscience OR M.Tech. in Materials Science and Engineering/Nanotechnology or equivalent with first division. GATE or NET-LS or NET-PhD preferred. Age: maximum 28 years.