Contractual / Regular

IIITDM Jabalpur JRF Recruitment 2026

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Sep. 30, 2026
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
01
Pay Scale
₹37,000 per month + HRA
Age Limit
Up to 35 Years (as on 05.10.2026)

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 30, 2026

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Starts

Sep 30, 2026

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Deadline

Oct 5, 2026

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Exam Date

Oct 12, 2026

Application Window30 Sep – 5 Oct 2026
Exam / Test Date12 Oct 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

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

Educational Qualification

Essential Qualifications: B.E. / B.Tech with M.E. / M.Tech or equivalent in Computer Science & Engineering (CSE), Information Technology (IT), or allied discipline, along with a qualified score in a national-level examination (e.g. GATE / CSIR-UGC NET).
Desirable Skills: Strong foundational knowledge and hands-on programming experience in modern cryptography, post-quantum cryptography (lattice/isogeny/code-based), linear algebra, and abstract algebra.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit is 35 years as on the application deadline. Standard Government of India relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD candidates as per DST/ANRF guidelines.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Screening & Shortlisting

OnlineQualifying Only

Technical Test / Interview

Online / OfflineMerit Scored

Document Verification

OfflineQualifying Only

1. Screening: Applications submitted via Google Form are screened based on B.Tech + M.Tech academic merit, GATE/NET score validity, and relevant background in cryptography/CSE.
2. Test / Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a Test/Interview on 12-10-2026 at 11:00 AM, conducted in online/offline mode. Shortlisted candidates will receive instructions via email.
3. Document Verification: Original degrees, mark sheets, and national exam scorecards will be verified prior to final appointment.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Academic Record & GATE/NET Credentials30 MarksAssessment of B.Tech & M.Tech academic performance, validity and score in GATE/NET or equivalent national examination.
Foundational & Post-Quantum Cryptography Knowledge35 MarksUnderstanding of public-key infrastructure, post-quantum primitives (lattice-based, code-based, hash-based), and verifiable e-auction/e-tendering protocols.
Mathematical Foundations & Algorithm Implementation20 MarksCompetence in abstract algebra, linear algebra, modular arithmetic, and practical programming skills (C/C++, Python, or Rust).
Personal Interview & Research Articulation15 MarksPerformance during technical interview, research vision, and problem-solving aptitude for national e-governance security.

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.

PDPM IIITDM Jabalpur is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education with state-of-the-art computational infrastructure. The JRF position is anchored in the ANRF-PMECRG sponsored project focusing on cutting-edge research: designing a post-quantum secure and publicly verifiable auction framework for national e-governance applications. The fellow will work closely with Principal Investigator Dr. Nitish Andola (CSE Department), implementing quantum-resilient cryptographic protocols and publishing in high-impact IEEE/ACM conferences and transactions.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Stationed at the Department of Computer Science & Engineering, PDPM IIITDM Jabalpur campus (Dumna Airport Road, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh). Initial tenure is for 1 year, extendable for an additional year based on satisfactory project milestones and funding continuity. The position is temporary and co-terminus with the project.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

While this is a project-specific contractual research fellowship without a direct administrative promotion ladder, fellows performing exceptionally well often gain eligibility and preferential consideration to convert their project work into a regular Ph.D. program at IIITDM Jabalpur, or leverage the ANRF project experience to secure high-value post-doc/scientist positions in DRDO, ISRO, C-DAC, or top global tech research labs.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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

  • The submission deadline for the Google Form application is strictly 05-10-2026; late submissions will not be processed.
  • Possession of a valid qualified national-level exam score (GATE/NET) is mandatory along with M.E./M.Tech in CSE/IT or related discipline.
  • No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
  • Candidates should regularly monitor their registered email for shortlisting notifications and interview connection links.
  • The position is purely contractual for the project tenure and confers no right for absorption into permanent institute cadre.

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

  • Unreserved / Project Post1
Total Vacancies01

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

₹37,000/- per month plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) as applicable as per Institute norms for Jabalpur.

Consolidated fellowship of ₹37,000/- per month plus HRA as per Institute norms (ANRF/DST guidelines). Appointment is initially for one year, extendable for another year based on satisfactory performance and fund availability.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  1. Review the eligibility requirements: B.Tech with M.Tech in CSE/IT or related discipline and a qualified national-level score (GATE/NET).
  2. Access the official Google Form application link: https://forms.gle/4zKJ7FvHZ3Z98iYW8.
  3. Fill in personal details, academic qualifications (B.Tech and M.Tech percentages/CGPA), GATE/NET score details, and research experience/skills in cryptography.
  4. Upload required supporting documents/CV as requested in the form and submit on or before 05-10-2026.
  5. Shortlisted candidates will receive email notification regarding the online/offline interview scheduled for 12-10-2026 at 11:00 AM.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is required. Candidates can apply online via the Google Form free of cost.

Official Notification & Portal Verification

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

Candidates must fill out and submit the official Google Form application at https://forms.gle/4zKJ7FvHZ3Z98iYW8 by 05-10-2026 with academic and GATE/NET details.

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