Eligibility and qualifications criteria for Post-Doctoral Fellow (CARBON Lab):
• Minimum Educational Qualification: Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or Physics from a recognized University / Institute.
• Desirable Project-Wise Expertise:
- Project 1 (Tropical Batteries): Strong expertise in Lithium-Sulfur (Li-S) battery chemistry, working mechanisms, and electrochemical characterization.
- Project 2 (Coal to Graphitic Carbon): Strong expertise in Lithium-ion battery chemistry, coal-processing, and pouch-cell electrochemical testing.
• Desirable Technical Skills: Designing electrode materials, coin-cell & pouch-cell fabrication, impedance spectroscopy, material upscaling, and translational energy storage research.
• Funding & Laboratory: Creative & Advanced Research Based On Nanomaterials (CARBON) Lab, funded by Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) and Coal India Limited (CIL).
IIT Hyderabad Post-Doctoral Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2 Posts in CARBON Lab
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
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Published
Aug 25, 2026
Starts
Aug 25, 2026
Deadline
Sep 9, 2026
Exam Date
TBA
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Upper age limit follows DST / ANRF Post-Doctoral / Research Associate guidelines (typically 40 years for general male candidates, relaxable up to 45 years for female, SC, ST, and OBC candidates).
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Submission of CV with 2 Referees & Ph.D. Abstract via Email to [email protected] by 09.09.2026
Scrutiny and Shortlisting by Principal Investigator based on Ph.D. publications & battery research background
Technical Online Interview via Video Conference (Tentatively 4th week of September 2026)
Recommendation, Document Verification & Immediate Joining for 1-Year Fellowship (Extendable)
Selection is conducted through academic screening and online technical interview:
1. Application: Eligible applicants must email their latest CV (including contact addresses of at least 2 academic referees) and Ph.D. thesis abstract to [email protected] with subject 'Application for Post-doctoral Fellow_CARBON Lab' on or before 09.09.2026.
2. Shortlisting: The Principal Investigator (Prof. Chandra Shekhar Sharma) will evaluate and shortlist candidates based on Ph.D. quality and battery expertise.
3. Online Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview tentatively scheduled for the 4th week of September 2026.
4. Joining: Selected fellows are required to join immediately at IIT Hyderabad.
Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix
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| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. Research Quality & Electrochemical Material Science Foundations | ||
| Battery Chemistry, Coin/Pouch Cell Fabrication & Testing Expertise | ||
| Translational Research Orientation & Online Interview Defense |
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- Strict Application Deadline of 09.09.2026: Email submissions must reach [email protected] on or before 09 September 2026.
- Specific Email Subject Line: The subject line of the application email must strictly be 'Application for Post-doctoral Fellow_CARBON Lab'.
- Mandatory Attachments: Latest CV must include names and contact details of at least 2 academic referees, alongside a comprehensive Ph.D. thesis abstract.
- Ph.D. Award / Defense Prerequisite: Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Chemistry, or Physics.
- Immediate Joining Requirement: Selected candidates will be required to join the CARBON Lab immediately upon selection.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
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Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Post-Doctoral Fellow (Project 1: Tropical Batteries / Li-S Chemistry)1
- Post-Doctoral Fellow (Project 2: Coal to Graphitic Carbon / Li-ion Pouch Cells)1
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Monthly fellowship emoluments as per DST/ANRF guidelines:
• RA-I: ₹58,000/- + 30% HRA (₹75,400/- pm)
• RA-II: ₹61,000/- + 30% HRA (₹79,300/- pm)
• RA-III: ₹67,000/- + 30% HRA (₹87,100/- pm)
Determined based on verified post-Ph.D. research experience.
Fellowship of ₹58,000 / ₹61,000 / ₹67,000 per month + 30% HRA as per DST/ANRF norms based on post-PhD research experience (Total: ₹75,400 to ₹87,100 per month).
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
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Application Procedure
Eligible applicants should send the required documents by email to [email protected].
The email subject must be: Application for Post-doctoral Fellow_CARBON Lab
Documents to be sent:
- Latest CV with the name and contact addresses of at least 2 referees.
- Ph. D. Thesis abstract.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email about the online interview date and time. The tentative interview date is the 4th week of September 2026.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
Nil (No application fee is charged). Applications submitted by email to [email protected].
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Submission of CV with 2 Referees & Ph.D. Abstract via Email to [email protected] by 09.09.2026
Scrutiny and Shortlisting by Principal Investigator based on Ph.D. publications & battery research background
Technical Online Interview via Video Conference (Tentatively 4th week of September 2026)
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Selection is conducted through academic screening and online technical interview:
1. Application: Eligible applicants must email their latest CV (including contact addresses of at least 2 academic referees) and Ph.D. thesis abstract to [email protected] with subject 'Application for Post-doctoral Fellow_CARBON Lab' on or before 09.09.2026.
2. Shortlisting: The Principal Investigator (Prof. Chandra Shekhar Sharma) will evaluate and shortlist candidates based on Ph.D. quality and battery expertise.
3. Online Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview tentatively scheduled for the 4th week of September 2026.
4. Joining: Selected fellows are required to join immediately at IIT Hyderabad.
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The fellowship is ₹58,000/-, ₹61,000/-, or ₹67,000/- per month + 30% HRA (Total: ₹75,400/- to ₹87,100/- per month) based on post-Ph.D. research experience as per DST/ANRF guidelines.
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