Indian Institute of Technology Patna (IITP) Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 - 1 Vacancy

This role is ideal for enthusiastic and bright engineering or science graduates/postgraduates (B.Tech/B.E., M.Tech/M.E., M.Sc.) looking to gain valuable research experience in the cutting-edge field of lithium-ion battery thermal management for electric vehicles. Candidates with a strong academic record (first-class with 60% marks/6.5 CPI) in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry, and a keen interest in computational methods like Molecular Simulations, Machine Learning, Quantum Chemistry, and CFD, particularly those with GATE/NET scores, will find this a highly suitable opportunity.

Candidates primarily seeking permanent government employment should not apply, as this is a purely time-bound, temporary research project. Individuals without the specified first-class engineering or science degrees (B.Tech/B.E., M.Tech/M.E., M.Sc.) or those uncomfortable with a project-based, contractual role (initially 12 months, extendable) will not be suitable. Strong foundational academic qualifications are essential.

Working as a Junior Research Fellow at IIT Patna, a premier Indian Institute of Technology, offers significant prestige and a valuable opportunity to contribute to a critical research project sponsored by CRG-SERB. This experience in advanced battery technology for electric vehicles can serve as an excellent stepping stone for further academic pursuits (e.g., Ph.D.) or careers in industrial R&D. While the position is contractual, the exposure to high-level research and the institute's ecosystem can significantly boost a candidate's profile and future career prospects in both academia and industry.