Educational & Research Qualifications:
• Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (1 Post): M.Tech. / M.E. in Mechanical / Chemical / Computer Science & Engineering and B.Tech. / B.E. with minimum 60% marks (or 6.5 CGPA), OR B.Tech. / B.E. with minimum 60% marks throughout from Class XII onwards. Candidates with valid GATE/NET receive ₹37,000/- + 20% HRA; candidates without GATE/NET are eligible as Project Associate-I at ₹30,000/- + 20% HRA.
• Research Associate - III (RA-III) (2 Posts): Ph.D. in Mechanical / Chemical / Computer Science & Engineering with B.Tech. / B.E., OR M.Tech. / M.E. with 3 years research/design/development experience and at least one research paper in a Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal.
• Desirable Skills: Programming in C/C++, Python, FORTRAN, Ansys Fluent CFD, and physics-informed AI/ML (PINNs).
• Ph.D. Pathway: Recommended candidates meeting IIT Jammu criteria may be admitted to the institutional Ph.D. program.
IIT Jammu Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 03 JRF & Research Associate-III Posts
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Sep 7, 2026
Starts
Sep 7, 2026
Deadline
Sep 22, 2026
Exam Date
TBA
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Upper age limit is 50 years. Age relaxation of 5 years is admissible for SC/ST/women/physically challenged candidates and 3 years for OBC-NCL candidates.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Online Application & Document Upload on IIT Jammu Portal (by 22.09.2026)
Scrutiny & Shortlisting of Applications based on Academic Merit & Research Experience
Personal Interview through Online / Offline Platform before Expert Selection Committee
The selection process comprises:
1. Online Application: Candidates must submit their application form along with scanned certificates through https://apply.iitjammu.ac.in/#/home on or before 22.09.2026.
2. Shortlisting: Applications will be screened based on academic credentials, GATE/NET qualifications, and research alignment with reactor thermal-hydraulics.
3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview via online/offline platform (intimated by email). No TA/DA is paid for attending offline interview.
4. Ph.D. Recommendation: Eligible candidates may also be recommended for Ph.D. admission at IIT Jammu.
Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix
Verified Official SourceMulti-parameter scoring system used by the evaluation board for candidate screening.
| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate & Postgraduate Academic Record (B.Tech / M.Tech / Ph.D. in Mech/Chem/CSE) | ||
| GATE / NET Score & Scientific Research Publications in SCI Journals | ||
| Technical Expertise in CFD (Ansys), Programming (C++, Python, FORTRAN) & Physics-informed AI/ML | ||
| Personal Interview Performance before Expert Committee (Thermal-Hydraulics & Nuclear Modeling) |
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- Online Portal Submission: Applications along with self-attested documents must be submitted exclusively via the IIT Jammu application portal (https://apply.iitjammu.ac.in/#/home) by 22 September 2026.
- GATE / NET Distinction: Candidates with valid GATE/NET or M.Tech admitted through GATE receive ₹37,000/- + 20% HRA as JRF; eligible candidates without GATE are recruited as Project Associate-I at ₹30,000/- + 20% HRA.
- RA-III Publication Mandate: Candidates applying for RA-III with M.Tech must have 3 years experience and at least one research paper published in a Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal.
- Self-Funded Travel: Outstation candidates invited for offline interview or joining must travel on their own funds; no TA/DA is admissible.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
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Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I1
- Research Associate - III (RA-III)2
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Monthly consolidated remuneration: ₹36,000/- to ₹44,400/- for JRF / Project Associate-I and ₹80,400/- for RA-III (including 20% HRA). Purely contractual appointment initially for 1 year, extendable up to 3 years.
Consolidated monthly salary: ₹37,000/- + 20% HRA for JRF (1st & 2nd year), ₹42,000/- + 20% HRA (3rd year); non-GATE JRF candidates receive ₹30,000/- + 20% HRA as Project Associate-I. Research Associate-III receives ₹67,000/- + 20% HRA per month.
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Online Application & Document Upload on IIT Jammu Portal (by 22.09.2026)
Scrutiny & Shortlisting of Applications based on Academic Merit & Research Experience
Personal Interview through Online / Offline Platform before Expert Selection Committee
The selection process comprises:
1. Online Application: Candidates must submit their application form along with scanned certificates through https://apply.iitjammu.ac.in/#/home on or before 22.09.2026.
2. Shortlisting: Applications will be screened based on academic credentials, GATE/NET qualifications, and research alignment with reactor thermal-hydraulics.
3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview via online/offline platform (intimated by email). No TA/DA is paid for attending offline interview.
4. Ph.D. Recommendation: Eligible candidates may also be recommended for Ph.D. admission at IIT Jammu.
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There are 03 positions available: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (1 Post) and Research Associate-III (RA-III) (2 Posts) under the ANRF-sanctioned research project 'Design And Analysis Of Nuclear Coupled Thermal-Hydraulic Behaviour Of Liquid Metal Cooled Bharat Micro Modular Reactor'.
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