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IIEST Shibpur Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026

IIEST Recruitment

Indian Institute of Engineering Science & Technology (IIEST), Shibpur, has announced a notification for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the Department of Chemistry. The opening is under the ANRF-sponsored PAIR Network Project titled “An Eight Institution Partnership for Advancing Materials Research and Development: From Fundamental Design to Emerging Applications in Structural, Functional and Biomaterials Spaces”.

Overview & Key Details

  • Designation: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
  • Number of Posts: 01 (One)
  • Research Area: Materials Research and Development (Structural, Functional, and Biomaterials Spaces) / Chemistry
  • Location: Department of Chemistry, IIEST Shibpur, Howrah – 711 103, West Bengal
  • Sponsoring Authority: ANRF, Govt. of India
  • Fellowship: Rs. 37,000/- p.m. + Rs 11,100/- (30% HRA) = Rs. 48,100/- per month
  • Age Limit: Maximum 28 years (Upper age limit is relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Woman and Physically handicapped candidates)
  • Duration of Project: 5 years from the date of commencement or till the project continues, whichever is earlier
  • Ref. Code / Advt. No.: Advt. No. CH 1696, dated 03.11.2026 (Project Code: DRC/ANRF-PAIR (4211)/CHEM/PB/010/25-26)

Eligibility / Qualification

  • General Category: M.Sc. in Chemistry or allied branches from a recognized University/Institute with a minimum of 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale, along with a valid GATE/NET qualification.
  • SC/ST/PwD Category: M.Sc. in Chemistry or allied branches with a minimum of 55% marks or 6.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale, along with a valid GATE/NET qualification.

Job Description

The selected candidate will serve as a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) on the PAIR Network Project at the Department of Chemistry, IIEST Shibpur. Duties involve carrying out research work related to advancing materials design and development across structural, functional, and biomaterials spaces as outlined by the project goals.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should send soft copies of their application in advance. The application submission must include:

  • Application letter on plain paper
  • Recent bio-data
  • Self-attested mark sheets and certificates
  • Valid e-mail ID, residential address, and contact phone number

Send the soft copies via email to:

Dr. Papu Biswas
Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry
Email: papu.chem@faculty.iiests.ac.in

Last Date for Apply & Interview Details

  • Last Date to Send Advance Email Application: November 15, 2026, by 5:00 PM
  • Date & Time of Walk-in Interview: November 16, 2026, at 11:30 AM
  • Venue: Office of the HoD, Department of Chemistry, IIEST, Shibpur, Howrah – 711 103

Note: Shortlisting may be done prior to the interview if required. Physical documents will be verified at the time of joining.

Apply Link

For complete details and official document download, access the official notification link below:

Official Recruitment Advertisement (PDF)