IIT Guwahati JRF (GATE) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online at Department of Chemistry

Applications are invited for an offline interview for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in a research project titled “Designs of electrically conductive and ionic superaerophobic coatings for improving electrochemical water splitting: A universal approach to maximize catalyst’s performance” at the Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati.

Job Summary

IIT Guwahati is recruiting for one position of JRF (GATE) for a 6-month research project in the Department of Chemistry. Eligible candidates can apply online prior to the deadline and attend the scheduled offline interview.

Designation

Junior Research Fellow – JRF (GATE)

Research Area

Chemistry (Physical, Inorganic, Organic, and Polymer Chemistry, Nanomaterials, and Electrochemical Water Splitting)

Location

Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Guwahati – 781039, Assam.

Eligibility / Qualification

• Educational Qualification: M.Sc. or equivalent/higher degree in Chemistry with specialization in Physical, Inorganic, Organic, and Polymer Chemistry.
• Mandatory Requirement: Candidate must be GATE or CSIR-UGC NET qualified.
• Desirable: Priority will be given to candidates having prior research experience in polymer chemistry and nanomaterials.

Job Description & Salary Details

• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Duration of Appointment: 6 months
• Monthly Remuneration:
  • Basic Pay: Rs. 37,000
  • HRA: Rs. 7,400
  • Medical: Rs. 1,250
  • Total Amount: Rs. 45,650 per month
• Accommodation & Travel: No campus accommodation will be available for the selected candidates. No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the test and interview.
• Interview Date & Time: 5th November 2026 (Thursday) at 11:30 AM
• Interview Venue: Meeting Room 1, Dept. of Chemistry, IIT Guwahati

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the official Recruitment Portal of the Research & Development Cell, IIT Guwahati.

1. Visit the IIT Guwahati R&D Recruitment Portal.
2. Search for the project title: “Designs of electrically conductive and ionic superaerophobic coatings for improving electrochemical water splitting: A universal approach to maximize catalyst’s performance”.
3. Follow the provided guidelines and submit the online application carefully before the deadline.
4. Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email on 4th November 2026 for the offline interview.

Contact Details for Queries:

• Principal Investigator: Prof. Uttam Manna (Email: umanna@iitg.ac.in)
• Technical Assistance: ernd@iitg.ac.in

Last Date to Apply

4th November 2026 (Wednesday) by 3:00 PM

Apply Link & Official Links

Apply Online via IIT Guwahati R&D Portal
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