IIT Tirupati 2026 Recruitment: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) - 1 Vacancy

This role is most suitable for highly motivated individuals holding an M.Tech or M.Sc in Chemical, Materials, Energy, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or Physics, who possess a valid GATE qualification and achieved a minimum of 60% marks (or relaxed CGPA/marks for reserved categories). Candidates with prior experience in functional materials electrochemical testing and characterization are particularly well-suited, especially those keen on pursuing a Ph.D. at IIT Tirupati.

Candidates who do not possess a valid GATE qualification or fail to meet the essential academic qualifications (M.Tech/M.Sc with required percentages) should not apply. Those primarily seeking permanent employment without a research-oriented career path or interest in Ph.D. studies might find this contractual, project-based role less suitable. Applicants who cannot attend an in-person interview in Tirupati without TA/DA should also consider this limitation.

Working as a Junior Research Fellow at IIT Tirupati's Centre for Sponsored Research and Consultancy offers an excellent opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research, specifically on high-energy-density sodium-ion batteries, a highly relevant field. This position provides valuable research exposure within a top-tier Indian institute, serving as a significant stepping stone for a career in academia or R&D, with the added benefit of potential Ph.D. registration. The project-based, contractual nature offers focused research experience.