IIT Jammu Junior Research Fellow (Chemistry) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The Department of Chemistry at the Indian Institute of Technology Jammu has invited applications from Indian nationals for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post on the ANRF-sanctioned project "Design, Synthesis, and Novel Applications of Carbene and Carbyne Precursors". The pay is 37000/- p.m. plus 20% HRA for an initial 12 months, extendable based on performance. The essential qualification is an M.Sc. or equivalent degree in Chemistry plus a qualifying national eligibility test. Applications are to be uploaded on the portal https://apply.iitjammu.ac.in/#/home by 22.11.2026 (Advt. No. IITJMU/RC/RP-100352/A-61, dated 09.11.2026).

About IIT Jammu

The Indian Institute of Technology Jammu is located at Jagti, NH-44, PO Nagrota, Jammu, J&K. This advertisement is for project staff in its Department of Chemistry. The project is sanctioned by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), New Delhi, and the post is in the area of Chemistry, Organic Synthesis.

Who Can Apply

Only Indian nationals may apply. The notice gives these essential conditions for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post:

• M.Sc. or equivalent degree in Chemistry.
• At least 6.5 CGPA or 60% marks in aggregate in Masters from a recognized institute/university as a full-time program.
• Qualified in any one of: GATE; CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and Admission to PhD; or a national-level examination conducted by Central Govt. Departments and their agencies and Institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, etc.

Desirable Qualification

• Sound knowledge in the area of Organic Chemistry, especially organic synthesis, including asymmetric synthesis.
• Knowledge of spectroscopic methods of analysis for organic compounds.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The upper age limit is 28 years for JRF. The notice does not print an "as on" date for counting age. The upper age limit is relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST/women and physically handicapped candidates, while for OBC it is 3 years.

The notice does not name any experience requirement. For full eligibility, candidates should check the official notification.

Pay and Tenure

The notice calls this the consolidated salary per month. The post is a project position and is tied to the duration of the project work as stated above.

How to Apply for IIT Jammu Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

1. Open the online portal https://apply.iitjammu.ac.in/#/home.
2. Apply through the [contract/project staff/JRF/SRF] tab on that portal, as the notice words it.
3. Upload the duly filled application form with the requested details, scanned copies of certificates and other supporting documents.
4. Upload all documents for educational qualification (10, 12, graduation, post-graduation etc.) and experience.
5. Give a valid e-mail ID and phone number in the application, because shortlisted candidates are informed by e-mail.
6. Submit the application so that it is received by 22.11.2026.

For correspondence, the notice gives: Dr. Guru Brahamam Ramani, Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Jammu, Jagti, NH-44 Nagrota Bypass, Jammu, 182211, India. Email: [email protected].

Selection and Interview

Merely possessing the prescribed qualification does not ensure that a candidate will be called for an interview. Candidates may be shortlisted based on merit and need for the project, and only shortlisted candidates will be called.

• Shortlisted candidates are informed about the interview by e-mail, including the date and the time.
• The interview will be held using the online/offline platform.
• Shortlisted candidates must present themselves on the interview date with an updated CV and original and attested photocopies of mark sheets/certificates supporting their academic qualifications.

Important Instructions

• The applicant is responsible for the authenticity of the information, other documents and photographs submitted.
• Candidates called for interview should reach IIT Jammu on their own fund. TA/DA is not permissible to appear for the offline interview or to join the position if the job is offered.
• Candidates who are already employed should produce a relieving certificate from their employers if selected.
• The application must be received by 22.11.2026.

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