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IIEST Shibpur Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Post

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Sep. 4, 2026
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
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Vacancies
1 Post
Pay Scale
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Age Limit
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Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 4, 2026

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Starts

Sep 3, 2026

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Deadline

Sep 24, 2026

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Exam Date

TBA

Application Window3 – 24 Sep 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

Educational & Eligibility Requirements:
Essential Qualification: M.E. / M.Tech. in Civil Engineering, Water Resources and Hydraulic Engineering, or allied disciplines from a recognized University or Institute with a minimum of 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale (minimum 55% marks or 6.0 CGPA for SC/ST/PwD candidates).
National Exam Score: Candidate must have a qualified GATE or NET score.
Desirable Qualification: Exposure to sediment transport, fluvial hydraulics experimental research, or hydrodynamic numerical modeling will be considered an added advantage.

Age Limit & Relaxations

The maximum age limit is 32 years as on the date of publication (03.09.2026).
• Age relaxation: Up to 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates and up to 5 years for SC, ST, Women, and Person with Disability (PwD) candidates (up to 37 years).

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Scrutiny & Shortlisting of Applications based on Academic Credentials & GATE/NET Score

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Personal Interview before Selection Committee at Department of Civil Engineering

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Selection is conducted through a two-stage evaluation process:
1. Shortlisting: Candidate applications received via email within 21 days of publication are scrutinized by the Project PI and Dean (Research & Consultancy) based on qualifying M.E./M.Tech percentage, GATE/NET score, and relevance of prior hydraulics/modeling research.
2. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be notified of the interview date and time via email and mobile. The interview will be conducted at the Department of Civil Engineering, IIEST Shibpur.
3. Document Verification: Physical verification of self-attested degrees, marksheets, and GATE/NET scorecards will take place at the time of interview. Appointment is initially for 1 year, extendable up to May 2029.

Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix

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Multi-parameter scoring system used by the evaluation board for candidate screening.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria
Postgraduate Academic Record (M.E./M.Tech. in Civil/Water Resources/Hydraulic Engineering)
National Level Examination (GATE / CSIR-UGC NET Score)
Research & Modeling Exposure (Sediment Transport / Fluvial Hydraulics / Numerical Modeling)
Personal Interview (Technical Knowledge, Research Aptitude & Problem Solving)

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Sponsored research project position within the Department of Civil Engineering at IIEST Shibpur, an Institute of National Importance (INI). The JRF works under the Principal Investigator (Dr. Deep Roy) on an ANRF-funded national research initiative ('CHESTA') focused on estuarine hydrodynamics and sediment transport in the Hooghly tidal estuary. Duties involve numerical simulation, field data collection, flume experimentation, and scientific writing for peer-reviewed international journals.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Stationed at the Department of Civil Engineering, IIEST Shibpur campus in Howrah, West Bengal (Kolkata metropolitan area). The initial appointment is for 1 year, extendable on an annual performance evaluation basis up to May 2029 (approximately 3 years).

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

After two years of satisfactory research performance as Junior Research Fellow (₹37,000 + 30% HRA), the candidate is eligible for assessment and enhancement to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) from Year 3 with an upgraded fellowship of ₹42,000 + 30% HRA (₹54,600 per month).
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Single PDF Email Submission Rule: Applicants must compile their cover letter, CV, marksheets, and certificates into a single consolidated PDF file and email it to [email protected] within 21 days of advertisement (by 24/09/2026).
  • Specific Email Subject Line: The email application must strictly contain the exact subject line: 'APPLICATION FOR JRF, CHESTA, ANRF-2026)'.
  • Mandatory Physical Verification: Shortlisted candidates must present all original self-attested documents for physical verification at the interview venue; any discrepancy will result in immediate disqualification.
  • No TA/DA Admissible: No travel allowance or dearness allowance will be paid by the institute for attending the personal 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

  • UR / Open (Open to All)1
Total Vacancies1 Post

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Monthly emoluments funded by ANRF, Government of India:
Years 1 & 2 (JRF): ₹37,000/- per month + ₹11,100/- (30% HRA) = ₹48,100/- per month.
Year 3 (SRF on performance review): ₹42,000/- per month + ₹12,600/- (30% HRA) = ₹54,600/- per month.

Monthly consolidated fellowship plus 30% HRA: Years 1 & 2 receive ₹37,000 + 30% HRA (₹11,100) = ₹48,100 per month; Year 3 receives ₹42,000 + 30% HRA (₹12,600) = ₹54,600 per month.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil. There is no application fee for applying to this research fellowship position.

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Candidates must hold an M.E. / M.Tech. degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources and Hydraulic Engineering, or an allied discipline with at least 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA (55% or 6.0 CGPA for SC/ST/PwD), and must possess a qualified GATE or NET score.

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