• Essential Academic Qualifications: Post Graduate Degree (M.Sc.) in Science (Physics / Chemistry / Materials Science) OR Post Graduate Degree in Engineering (M.Tech. / M.E. in Materials Science / Chemical Engineering / Nanoscience & Nanotechnology) with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
• National Eligibility: Must have qualified GATE with a valid score OR CSIR-UGC NET.
• Desirable Criteria: Hands-on research experience in nanomaterial synthesis and characterization. Preference will be given to candidates interested in extending their JRF work into a Ph.D. program.
• Project Scope & Tenure: Research project titled 'Zn-Air Battery: Te-MobiX: Safe and Degradation-controlled Batteries with Efficient Charging for Tropical e-mobility Excellence' under Principal Investigator Dr. Ashish Kumar Mishra, Associate Professor, School of Materials Science and Technology, IIT(BHU), Varanasi. Sanctioned under the Mission for Advancement in High-impact Areas (MAHA) by ANRF up to May 2028 (~2 years duration).
IIT BHU Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Post
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
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Published
Aug 19, 2026
Starts
Aug 25, 2026
Deadline
Sep 10, 2026
Exam Date
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Upper age limit is 28 years as on 10.09.2026. Age relaxations apply for SC/ST, OBC, Women, and PwD candidates as per Government of India guidelines.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
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Candidates must fill out the online application form via Google Forms (https://forms.gle/LpKJCTvRkWcuPMqP9) on or before September 10, 2026. Applications submitted via Google Form only before the deadline will be considered. The PI reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates called for interview to a reasonable limit based on qualifications and experience. Shortlisted candidates will be notified of the interview date and time via email. No TA/DA is paid.
Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix
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| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| M.Sc. / M.Tech. Academic Excellence (Min 60%) & Valid GATE / CSIR-UGC NET Score | ||
| Nanomaterial Synthesis, Morphology & Advanced Characterization Expertise | ||
| Zinc-Air Battery Chemistry, Degradation Mechanisms & Tropical E-Mobility | ||
| Technical Interview Assessment & Ph.D. Research Commitment |
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- Strict Google Form Submission Mandate: Applications must be submitted strictly through the official Google Form (https://forms.gle/LpKJCTvRkWcuPMqP9); applications sent via postal mail or unformatted emails will not be considered.
- Mandatory GATE / CSIR-UGC NET Qualification: Applicants must possess a valid GATE score or CSIR-UGC NET qualification to be eligible for the JRF fellowship.
- Strict Application Deadline: The Google Form application must be completed on or before September 10, 2026.
- Immediate Joining Expected: Selected candidates are expected to join the project immediately upon issuance of the offer letter.
- Discretionary Shortlisting: The PI reserves the right to short-list candidates based on higher academic benchmarks if a large number of applications are received.
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Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Consolidated research fellowship of Rs. 37,000/- per month plus 20% House Rent Allowance (HRA).
Monthly consolidated fellowship of ₹37,000/- plus 20% HRA (Total: ₹44,400/- per month) as per ANRF/DST project norms.
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- Candidates must fill out the application form using the provided Google link: https://forms.gle/LpKJCTvRkWcuPMqP9.
- The application deadline is September 10, 2026.
- Only applications submitted via the Google form before the deadline will be considered.
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified of the interview date and time via email.
- No Travelling Allowance (TA) or Daily Allowance (DA) will be provided for attending the interview.
- Selected candidates are expected to join immediately.
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