Contractual / Regular

IITI Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

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Sep. 28, 2026
Senior Research Fellow
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
1 Post
Pay Scale
₹ 42,000/- per month + HRA (as per ANRF/DST norms)
Age Limit
Maximum 32 Years (as on 04/10/2026)

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 24, 2026

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Starts

Sep 24, 2026

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Deadline

Oct 4, 2026

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Exam Date

Oct 5, 2026

Application Window24 Sep – 4 Oct 2026
Exam / Test Date5 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

Candidates must possess a Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science (M.Sc. in Physics) or Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in a Professional Course, qualified through CSIR-UGC NET (including Lectureship) or GATE (or national-level examinations conducted by central agencies such as DST, DBT, DAE, DRDO, IIT, IISc). In addition, candidates must have at least 2 years of research experience as a Junior Research Fellow (JRF). Familiarity with scalar extensions of the Standard Model and computational packages used in Particle Physics research is desirable.

Age Limit & Relaxations

The upper age limit is 32 years as on the last date of application (04/10/2026). Standard age relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwBD candidates apply as per Government of India and funding agency guidelines.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Screening & Shortlisting

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Personal Interview

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Candidates will be shortlisted based on essential academic qualifications, NET/GATE qualifications, and prior 2-year JRF research experience. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the Personal Interview on 05/10/2026. Final selection will be determined on the basis of interview performance and research alignment with project objectives.

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 Credentials & NET/GATE Score30 MarksEvaluation of Post Graduate degree in Basic Science (M.Sc. Physics) or Professional degree and valid CSIR-UGC NET (JRF/LS) or GATE qualification percentile.
JRF Research Experience & Domain Track Record30 MarksAssessment of at least 2 years of prior research experience as a Junior Research Fellow, research publications, and familiarity with scalar extensions of the Standard Model.
Technical & Computational Expertise15 MarksHands-on proficiency with computational tools and packages used in particle physics and LHC constraints analysis (e.g., SARAH, SPheno, MadGraph, 2HDMC).
Interview & Research Aptitude25 MarksPerformance in the oral interview evaluating theoretical physics understanding, analytical formulation of BSM models, and project contribution potential.

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Senior Research Fellows at IIT Indore work in an advanced academic and research environment in the Department of Physics. Under the supervision of PI Dr. Dipankar Das, the fellow engages in theoretical particle physics research, formulating Beyond the Standard Model (BSM) models and testing them against Large Hadron Collider (LHC) experimental data. Fellows have access to high-performance computing facilities and standard academic research infrastructure.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The position is purely temporary and contractual for an initial period of 6 months (subject to extension based on project performance and availability of funds from the funding agency, ANRF). The posting is at the permanent campus of IIT Indore at Simrol, Khandwa Road, Indore, Madhya Pradesh.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Project positions are co-terminus with the project grant and do not lead to regular absorption in the institute. However, successful fellows can leverage this tenure to register for or convert into Ph.D. programs or transition to Research Associate (Postdoctoral) fellowships upon project completion.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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  • Short Application Window: Candidates have a tight deadline (04/10/2026), with interviews scheduled immediately on 05/10/2026. Submissions must be sent via email with all supporting certificates in a single consolidated PDF.
  • Mandatory Pre-requisite: The position strictly requires at least 2 years of proven prior experience as a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in addition to CSIR-UGC NET or GATE qualification.
  • Single PDF Softcopy Mandate: The application, detailed CV, degree certificates, mark sheets, NET/GATE scorecard, DOB proof, and research experience certificates must be compiled into one single PDF and emailed to [email protected] with CC to [email protected].
  • Shortlisting Notification: Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the interview via email; no TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
  • Temporary Project Position: The fellowship is contractual for 6 months and does not confer any right or claim for permanent appointment at IIT Indore.

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

  • UR1
Total Vacancies1 Post

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Monthly fellowship of ₹ 42,000/- plus HRA as admissible under Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) and Department of Science & Technology (DST) guidelines for Senior Research Fellows.

Fellowship as per funding agency (ANRF / DST) norms: ₹ 42,000/- per month + applicable HRA.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  1. Prepare a comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV) detailing academic qualifications, NET/GATE scores, research publications, and prior JRF experience.
  2. Compile self-attested soft copies of all relevant documents: Essential Qualification Degree Certificates, Mark Sheets, GATE or NET (including LS) qualifying certificate, Date of Birth Proof, and Certificate of Research Experience (minimum 2 years as JRF).
  3. Merge the CV and all supporting documents into a single PDF file.
  4. Email the consolidated PDF application to Principal Investigator Dr. Dipankar Das at [email protected] with a carbon copy (CC) to [email protected] on or before 04/10/2026.
  5. Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email for the interview scheduled on 05/10/2026.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

₹ 0/- (Nil). No application fee is charged for this research position.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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The fellowship is provided as per funding agency (ANRF / DST) norms, which is currently ₹42,000/- per month plus applicable HRA for Senior Research Fellows with 2 years of JRF experience.

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