Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science
Contractual / Regular

HITS BIRAC JRF Project Recruitment 2026

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Oct. 1, 2026
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

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Vacancies
1 Post
Pay Scale
₹31,000 to ₹35,000/- p.m. + 16% HRA
Age Limit
21 to 35 Years (Relaxable for SC/ST/OBC as per rules)
Job Location
Tamil Nadu44Chennai23

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 29, 2026

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Starts

Sep 29, 2026

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Deadline

Oct 15, 2026

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Exam Date

TBA

Application Window29 Sep – 15 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

M.Sc in Chemistry / Physics / Material Science or M.Tech in Nanotechnology / Biotechnology with minimum 60% marks. Candidates with valid GATE / CSIR-NET / UGC-NET qualifications are preferred. Desirable skills include experience in water quality sensing, nanomaterial synthesis, and computational simulations.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Candidate must be between 21 and 35 years of age. Age relaxations are applicable for SC, ST, and OBC candidates as per prevailing government guidelines.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Scrutiny & Academic/GATE Shortlisting

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Interview (Online / Offline)

OnlineMerit Scored

Applications will be screened based on essential qualifications, academic merit, and national score (GATE/CSIR-NET). Shortlisted candidates will be notified one week prior to the interview via email. Mode of interview (online or in-person) will be conveyed to shortlisted applicants.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Evaluation Component35 MarksMarks awarded for foundational academic consistency and performance in Chemistry, Physics, Nanotechnology, or Biotechnology.
Evaluation Component25 MarksWeightage given to valid GATE/NET score or qualifying ranks in physical/chemical/life sciences.
Evaluation Component20 MarksEvaluation of practical laboratory research, nanomaterial synthesis, and computational simulation exposure.
Evaluation Component20 MarksAssessment of conceptual understanding, research problem solving, and alignment with the BIRAC-SEBRI indoor crustacean farming project goals.

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Research position at the Centre for Clean Energy and NanoConvergence (CENCON), Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (HITS), Padur, Chennai. Funded under the BIRAC-SEBRI scheme (Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council, Govt. of India). The project focuses on developing an 'Integrated automated Bio-floc and recycling system for indoor crustacean farming', combining advanced water-quality sensing, nanomaterials, and automated recycling algorithms. The selected JRF works directly under Principal Investigator Dr. Puspamitra Panigrahi (Scientist F).

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Purely temporary and co-terminus with the project (initially 2 years, extendable to a 3rd year based on progress review). Stationed at HITS campus, Chennai.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Purely contractual fellowship. Selected JRF is eligible to register for a Ph.D. by Research programme at HITS in accordance with university regulations. Upgraded to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) in Year 3 with stipend increased to ₹35,000 + 16% HRA upon satisfactory performance appraisal.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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  • Prescribed Application Format Mandatory: Applications must be submitted strictly in the prescribed 3-page proforma attached with the notification circular.
  • Single PDF Submission: The completed application form, detailed bio-data, 2 references, and self-attested copies of UG/PG degree and experience certificates must be compiled into a single PDF document.
  • Short Joining Window: The selected candidate must be prepared to join within 7 days of receiving the appointment order.
  • Tight Application Deadline: The last date for email submission to [email protected] or [email protected] is 15/10/2026.
  • No TA/DA for Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be notified one week prior; no traveling allowance will be provided for attending the interview.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • Open / Unreserved1
Total Vacancies1 Post

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

₹31,000 + 16% HRA per month for initial two years; ₹35,000 + 16% HRA per month for third year.

Consolidated fellowship of ₹31,000/- plus 16% HRA per month for initial two years, and ₹35,000/- plus 16% HRA per month for third year as per BIRAC norms.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Download the prescribed 3-page application form attached with the notification circular.
  2. Fill out the form with personal details, educational qualifications (percentage/CGPA from HSC to Post Graduation), GATE/NET scores, research experience, and two professional references.
  3. Compile the filled application form along with self-attested photocopies of degree certificates, mark sheets, and experience documents into a single PDF file.
  4. Send the single PDF document via email to [email protected] and [email protected] on or before 15/10/2026.
  5. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email approximately one week prior to the interview. Selected candidates are expected to join within 7 days of receiving the appointment order.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is required to apply for this post.

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The Junior Research Fellow receives a consolidated fellowship of ₹31,000/- plus 16% HRA per month for the first two years, and ₹35,000/- plus 16% HRA per month in the third year.

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