The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal, a premier research institute in Madhya Pradesh, has announced recruitment for the post of Institute Post Doctoral Fellow. There is one vacancy on offer under this drive. The fellowship falls under the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, with research areas covering postcolonial South Asian literatures, environmental humanities, medical humanities and related fields, and the selected fellow will also assist in teaching at the institute.
IISER Bhopal Recruitment 2026 - Institute Post Doctoral Fellow Posts
Posted 01 Oct 2026Updated 01 Oct 2026IISERB/DoFA/2026/2
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
30 Sept
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Applications closed on 30 Sept 2026
- Notification18 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed30 Sept
About IISER Bhopal Institute Post Doctoral Fellow Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal
- Advertisement No.
- IISERB/DoFA/2026/2
- Post Name
- Institute Post Doctoral Fellow
- Job Location
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Online applications are invited from Indian Nationals)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 67,000 per month plus House Rent Allowance as per Institute rules
- Tenure
- Initially for one year with the possibility of extension for another year based on satisfactory performance
Vacancy Breakdown
Institute Post Doctoral Fellow
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Institute Post Doctoral Fellow | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Institute Post Doctoral Fellow
Ph.D. in English Literature, or any related field in the Humanities like Postcolonial Studies, Culture Studies etc., with the ability to undertake research in and writing in English. The ability to engage in literary and/or cultural reading and analysis along with theoretical reflection is essential. Ph.D. scholars who have submitted their thesis are also eligible to apply; however, the scholar must submit the provisional/degree certificate within six months from the date of appointment. If not submitted within the time limit, the appointment will stand cancelled or a decision will be taken in consultation with the thesis processing authority.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Institute Post Doctoral Fellow | Ph.D. in English Literature, or any related field in the Humanities like Postcolonial Studies, Culture Studies etc., with the ability to undertake research in and writing in English. The ability to engage in literary and/or cultural reading and analysis along with theoretical reflection is essential. Ph.D. scholars who have submitted their thesis are also eligible to apply; however, the scholar must submit the provisional/degree certificate within six months from the date of appointment. If not submitted within the time limit, the appointment will stand cancelled or a decision will be taken in consultation with the thesis processing authority. |
Age Limit
Preference will be given to candidates below 35 years of age as on the last date of submission of application
Selection Process
- 1Interview
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview; fulfilling the eligibility criteria does not entitle a candidate to be called.
Salary Structure
Rs. 67,000 per month plus House Rent Allowance as per Institute rules
Full fellowship: Rs. 67,000 per month plus HRA. Candidates who have submitted the thesis and whose Ph.D. degree or provisional degree is awaited: reduced fellowship of Rs. 35,000 per month plus HRA. On submission of the Ph.D. degree, the full fellowship of Rs. 67,000 plus HRA is restored effective from the date of award of the Ph.D. degree or provisional degree.
How to Apply
- 1Prepare the application in the prescribed format given in Annexure-I of the notification.
- 2Attach the latest Curriculum Vitae, a comprehensive list of publications and a detailed research plan for one year of maximum two pages.
- 3Attach a scanned copy of the Ph.D. degree certificate, or the Ph.D. thesis submission receipt if the degree is yet to be awarded.
- 4Email the completed application form in PDF format with all attachments to [email protected].
- 5Write the subject line of the email as "Application for the post of Institute Post-Doctoral Fellow (IISS)".
- 6Send the email on or before September 30, 2026.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Completed application form as per Annexure-I (PDF)
•Latest Curriculum Vitae
•Comprehensive list of publications
•Detailed research plan for one year (maximum two pages)
•Scanned copy of Ph.D. degree certificate or Ph.D. thesis submission receipt
Important Details
- It is mandatory for the IPDF to hold a medical insurance policy of a minimum of Rs. 1 lakh in their own name, valid throughout the fellowship period; no medical reimbursement is admissible.
- No accommodation will be provided.
- Incomplete applications will not be processed and no interim enquiries or correspondence will be entertained.
- Candidates who previously applied for the same research area against advertisement no. IISERB/DoFA/2026/2 dated July 1, 2026 will still be considered and do not need to re-apply.
Research Areas
Postcolonial South Asian literatures, Environmental Humanities, Blue Humanities, Medical Humanities, Conflict and Memory Studies, South Asian Partition literature.
Duties and Key Responsibilities
- Develop an independent research project under the supervision of the principal investigator in any of the broad research areas listed.
- Undertake individual and collaborative research.
- Disseminate research results through publications, seminar and conference presentations, public engagements and outreach activities.
- Undertake appropriate organisational and administrative activities connected to the research and as assigned by the Principal Investigator.
- Provide guidance to graduate or undergraduate students as required, which may include conducting tutorials and overseeing student projects and presentations.
- Assist in teaching course(s) in accordance with the requirements of the Department.
Leave and Medical Facility
IPDFs are entitled to leaves and OPD medical facility as applicable to PG students at the Institute, as laid down in the PG Manual.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis but not yet been awarded the degree apply?
Yes. Such candidates are eligible, but they must submit the provisional or degree certificate within six months of appointment. Until then they receive a reduced fellowship of Rs. 35,000 per month plus HRA, which is restored to Rs. 67,000 plus HRA from the date the degree is awarded.
Do candidates who applied earlier against the July 2026 advertisement need to apply again?
No. Candidates who previously applied for the same research area against advertisement no. IISERB/DoFA/2026/2 dated July 1, 2026 will still be considered and do not need to re-apply.
Is accommodation provided to the Institute Post-Doctoral Fellow?
No. No accommodation will be provided to the IPDF.
Is a medical insurance policy required for this fellowship?
Yes. The IPDF must hold a medical insurance policy of at least Rs. 1 lakh in their own name, valid for the entire fellowship period. No medical reimbursement is admissible.
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