IISER Bhopal invites applications for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position in its Department of Chemical Engineering. Eligible candidates with relevant qualifications can apply via email by 03 November 2026. The role involves research on electrochemical sensors for water quality monitoring.
| Post | Vacancies | Pay (per month) |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) or PA-1 | 1 | Rs. 37,000 + HRA (as applicable) with CSIR/UGC NET or GATE (JRF); Rs. 30,000 + HRA (as applicable) or as per the funding agency's guidelines without CSIR/UGC NET or GATE |
B.Tech. and M.Tech. in Polymer Science and Engineering / Chemical Engineering / Materials Science and Engineering / Chemical Technology, or B.Sc. (Hons) and M.Sc. degree in Chemistry, from a recognized University/Institute.
Minimum 60% marks or a CGPA of 7.5 and above on a scale of 10.
B.Tech. and M.Tech. in Polymer Science and Engineering / Chemical Engineering / Materials Science and Engineering / Chemical Technology, or B.Sc. (Hons) and M.Sc. degree in Chemistry, from a recognized University/Institute.
Minimum 60% marks or a CGPA of 7.5 and above on a scale of 10.
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by Abisha Muthukumar Officially Verified
The Department of Chemical Engineering at IISER Bhopal has one opening for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) or PA-1 in a research project funded by SERB, DST. Applications go by email only, and the last date is 3 November 2026, so there is less than a week left. Candidates with a B.Tech. and M.Tech. in a chemical or materials field, or a B.Sc. (Hons) and M.Sc. in Chemistry, can apply if they are below 28 years of age. The fellowship pays Rs. 37,000 a month plus HRA to candidates who have qualified CSIR/UGC NET or GATE.
The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal is on Bhopal Bypass Road, Bhauri, Bhopal 462066, Madhya Pradesh. This post is in its Department of Chemical Engineering. The fellow will work in the research group of Dr. Paramita Das, Assistant Professor, on a project funded by the SERB, DST, New Delhi, Government of India.
The project is called "Metal-Organic-Framework-based Electrochemical Sensors Incorporated on a Paper Scaffold for the Detection of Heavy Metal Ions in Water". It is open to Indian nationals. The notice describes the job as a Project-JRF. It runs "for 1 month or till the completion of the project". The notice also says this project-JRF position can be converted into an institute-funded PhD in the 2026-27 December cycle.
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Applications are shortlisted first. Only shortlisted applicants will be told and called for an interview. The institute will not reply to other messages while selection is going on, and it will not pay TA/DA for attending.
Send applications to: Dr. Paramita Das, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemical Engineering, Office 307, Academic Building -4, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal, Bhopal Bypass Road, Bhauri, Bhopal 462066.
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The fellow will work on metal-organic-framework-based electrochemical sensors built on a paper scaffold for detecting heavy metal ions in water. The project is funded by SERB, DST, under Project No. SERB/CHE/2023-2024/39.
Yes. A national exam qualification is preferred, not required. Without CSIR/UGC NET or GATE, the pay is Rs. 30,000 plus HRA (as applicable) per month, or as per the funding agency's guidelines.
You need at least 60% marks or a CGPA of 7.5 and above on a scale of 10, along with the required B.Tech. and M.Tech. or B.Sc. (Hons) and M.Sc. degrees.
Yes, if they also hold a B.Sc. (Hons) and their degrees are from a recognized University/Institute.
Yes. The notice says the project-JRF position can be converted into an institute-funded PhD in the 2026-27 December cycle.
Use the subject "JRF Application for ANRF SPG project".
A cover letter with a detailed CV and photograph, the names of two referees, and copies of all credentials, including mark sheets from the 12th standard and your NET/GATE certificates.
The notice lists electrochemical techniques such as CV, EIS, stripping voltammetry and DPV, plus characterization methods such as SEM, UV-Vis and XRD.
The selected candidate is expected to join on or before 12 November 2026.
No. The notice states that no TA/DA will be given to candidates called for the interview.
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...Read More| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal, Department of Chemical Engineering |
| Project No. | SERB/CHE/2023-2024/39 |
| Post | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) or PA-1 |
| Total vacancies | 1 (One) |
| How to apply | By email, as one PDF file |
| Notice date | 26.10.2026 |
| Last date | 03.11.2026 |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice date | 26.10.2026 |
| Last date for email applications | 03.11.2026 |
| Joining of selected candidate | On or before 12.11.2026 |
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official notification (PDF) | IISER Bhopal JRF notification (PDF) |
| Application email | Email Dr. Paramita Das |
| Research group website | Das Research Group website |
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The last date to apply is 03 November 2026.
Candidates need a B.Tech/M.Tech in relevant fields or a B.Sc (Hons)/M.Sc in Chemistry with at least 60% marks or a CGPA of 7.5.
Applications must be emailed as a single PDF file to the specified email address before the deadline.
The maximum age limit is 28 years.
The salary is ₹37,000 + HRA for candidates with CSIR/UGC NET or GATE qualification, and ₹30,000 + HRA for others.
Always verify details on the official notification before applying.
