IIT Kanpur Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur), Department of Electrical Engineering, is inviting applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a temporary research project.
Summary
Applications are invited for a single contractual post of Junior Research Fellow at IIT Kanpur. The position offers a consolidated salary of Rs. 37,000/- per month for a duration of one year, with provisions for renewal in subsequent years.
Designation
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (01 Position)
Research Area
Power Systems, Electrical Energy Storage, and Renewables (Project Title: Developing Indigenous Gravity Energy Storage Technology).
Location
Department of Electrical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh – 208016, India.
Eligibility / Qualification
- Essential Qualification: B.Tech in Electrical Engineering OR M.Tech in Electrical Engineering / Renewables / Power Systems, and GATE-qualified.
- Preferred Qualification: Research experience in the field of power systems, electrical energy storage, and relevant fields.
Job Description
- Advertisement Number: P.Rect./R&D/2026/217
- Project Name: Developing Indigenous Gravity Energy Storage Technology
- Consolidated Salary: Rs. 37,000/- per month
- Duration: One year, with provision of renewal for subsequent years.
- Nature of Engagement: Purely temporary and on a contractual basis.
- Selection Process: Interview will be conducted in online or offline mode. If offline, no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualification and work experience will not be informed or called for the interview.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates can send their application directly via email to sdharm@iitk.ac.in.
Contact Details:
Dr. Gururaj MV
Dept. of Electrical Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur
Kanpur 208016
Email: sdharm@iitk.ac.in
Last Date for Apply
07 November 2026
Apply Link
Applications should be submitted via Email: sdharm@iitk.ac.in
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