Indian Institute of Information Technology Kalyani, an institute of national importance in West Bengal, has invited applications for the post of Junior Research Fellow under its TTDF/TCoE sponsored project. There are two positions in total. The role involves research work on the design and development of post-quantum cryptography algorithms and security analysis, and selected candidates are expected to register for the full time Ph.D. programme at the institute.
IIIT Kalyani Recruitment 2026 - Junior Research Fellow Posts
Posted 02 Oct 2026Updated 02 Oct 2026IIITK/Rectt/TTDFQT_SRIC-JRF/2026/11
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23 Oct
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Last date 23 Oct 2026 · 5 days left
- Notification30 Sept
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About IIIT Kalyani JRF Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Information Technology Kalyani
- Advertisement No.
- IIITK/Rectt/TTDFQT_SRIC-JRF/2026/11
- Post Name
- Junior Research Fellow
- Job Location
- Kalyani, West Bengal
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- GATE/NET qualification for candidates applying on the basis of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 37,000 + HRA per month (inclusive of all as per Institute norms)
- Tenure
- Project tenure of 4 years; the post is purely contractual
Vacancy Breakdown
Junior Research Fellow
2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Junior Research Fellow
One of the following: Master's degree in Engineering/Technology in relevant area with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 (in a 10 point-scale) or 60% of marks; OR Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology in a relevant area with a minimum CGPA of 7.5 (in a 10 grade point scale) or 70% of marks and GATE/NET qualified; OR Master's degree in Science in a relevant area with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 (in a 10 grade point scale) or 60% of marks.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow | One of the following: Master's degree in Engineering/Technology in relevant area with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 (in a 10 point-scale) or 60% of marks; OR Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology in a relevant area with a minimum CGPA of 7.5 (in a 10 grade point scale) or 70% of marks and GATE/NET qualified; OR Master's degree in Science in a relevant area with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 (in a 10 grade point scale) or 60% of marks. |
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Candidates are shortlisted based on eligibility and academic credentials.
- 2Interview
Shortlisted candidates are informed of the interview date by email; no TA/DA is paid to attend.
Salary Structure
Rs. 37,000 + HRA per month (inclusive of all as per Institute norms)
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application form from the official IIIT Kalyani website.
- 2Fill the application form carefully with correct information.
- 3Attach self-attested copies of photograph, signature, ID proof and certificates.
- 4Send the completed hard copy by post or courier to the Registrar, Indian Institute of Information Technology Kalyani, IIIT/A-23, Ward No. 18, Kalyani, Nadia 741235, West Bengal.
- 5Email the soft copy of the application along with mark sheets and GATE/NET score card, if applicable, to [email protected], [email protected] and [email protected].
- 6Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Application form
•Self-attested copies of photograph
•Signature
•ID proof and certificates
•Mark sheets
•GATE/NET score card (if applicable)
Important Details
- Selected candidates are expected to register for full time Ph.D. programme at IIIT Kalyani as per Institute norms.
- The post is purely contractual.
- Candidates must make their own arrangements for stay at Kalyani and no TA/DA is paid to attend the interview.
- Mere fulfilment of eligibility criteria does not give a right to join the JRF position or the Ph.D. programme, and the Institute may decide not to fill the position if no suitable candidate is found.
Project Details
Title of the Project
Details: Design and Development of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Algorithms and Security Analysis: Code Based
Institute Code
Details: IIITK/SRIC/TCoE/25-26/TTDFQT
Principal Investigator / Co-PI
Details: Dr. Debasish Bera / Dr. Bhaskar Biswas, Assistant Professors (CSE), IIIT Kalyani
Tenure of Project
Details: 4 years
Job Description
Details: Carry out research work related to the project and help ensure its timely and successful completion in consultation with the PI; write initial drafts of reports, programs, manuscripts and patents resulting from the project.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Title of the Project | Design and Development of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Algorithms and Security Analysis: Code Based |
| Institute Code | IIITK/SRIC/TCoE/25-26/TTDFQT |
| Principal Investigator / Co-PI | Dr. Debasish Bera / Dr. Bhaskar Biswas, Assistant Professors (CSE), IIIT Kalyani |
| Tenure of Project | 4 years |
| Job Description | Carry out research work related to the project and help ensure its timely and successful completion in consultation with the PI; write initial drafts of reports, programs, manuscripts and patents resulting from the project. |
Desirable Qualifications
- The candidate be GATE/NET qualified
- Practical knowledge in one or more development languages including C/Python
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Computer programming and Digital VLSI (from algorithm to chip) design skills
- Knowledge of Coding theory and/or Cryptology will be considered an asset
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