IIT (BHU) Varanasi Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment

Applications are invited for one temporary position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the Department of Mathematical Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi. The position is sanctioned under the ANRF-IRG scheme for a project titled “Advanced Neural Network-Based Analysis of Selected Mathematical Models in Science and Engineering”.
Summary
IIT (BHU) Varanasi is hiring a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) for an ANRF-IRG funded research project in Mathematical Sciences. The candidate will work under Principal Investigator Prof. Rajeev for a total project duration of up to 36 months.
Designation
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – 1 Post
Research Area
Mathematical Sciences / Applied Mathematics (Project: Advanced Neural Network-Based Analysis of Selected Mathematical Models in Science and Engineering)
Location
Department of Mathematical Sciences, IIT (BHU), Varanasi – 221005, Uttar Pradesh, India
Eligibility / Qualification
- Educational Qualification: Post-graduation in Mathematics with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent grade).
- National Exam Qualification: Qualified in CSIR/UGC-NET, GATE, or equivalent examinations as per the funding agency (ANRF) specifications.
- Age Limit: Upper age limit is 28 years (Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India norms).
Job Description
The selected candidate will be involved in research under Project No. ANRF/IRG/2025/000423/MS. The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
- Duration: 2.3 years / 36 months (Initial appointment is for one year, extendable based on performance).
- Emoluments:
- First and Second Year: Rs. 37,000 per month + HRA
- Third Year: Rs. 42,000 per month + HRA
How to Apply
Interested candidates must fill out the application in the prescribed format and send it along with self-attested copies of all mark sheets, certificates, and national exam scorecards (in PDF format) via email to the Principal Investigator:
- Principal Investigator: Prof. Rajeev
- Email: rajeev.apm@iitbhu.ac.in
- Email Subject Line: “Application for JRFANRF-IRG 2026”
Shortlisted candidates will be communicated via email for the interview. Shortlisted candidates must bring original documents, a valid government ID proof, and one set of self-attested copies to the interview venue at the Department of Mathematical Sciences, IIT (BHU), Varanasi. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Last Date for Apply
11 November 2026 (Within 21 days from the advertisement date)
Apply Link
Download the application form and view the detailed notification here: IIT BHU JRF Official Notification & Application Format