Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, one of the country's premier technical institutes, has announced recruitment for Junior Research Fellow and Lab Support Engineer positions, with three vacancies in total. The roles are part of a research project in the Department of Physics under Dr. Vandana Sharma's group, offering candidates a chance to work on optics and engineering work at the institute's campus in Telangana.
IIT Hyderabad JRF and Lab Support Engineer Recruitment 2026
Posted 09 Oct 2026Updated 09 Oct 2026
Total Vacancies
3
Last Date
15 Oct
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Status
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Recruitment status
Applications closed on 15 Oct 2026
- Notification09 Oct
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed15 Oct
About IIT Hyderabad JRF and Lab Support Engineer Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad
- Post Name
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Lab Support Engineer
- Job Location
- Hyderabad, Telangana
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 28 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- Valid GATE score or UGC/CSIR NET-JRF for the Junior Research Fellow post
Vacancy Breakdown
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
2
Lab Support Engineer
1
Total3
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 2 |
| Lab Support Engineer | 1 |
| Grand Total | 3 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)2 posts
- Qualification
- M.Sc. in Physics/Optics/Photonics or a related specialization; Valid GATE score or UGC/CSIR NET-JRF
- Age Limit
- Max 28 years on 30th October 2026
- Desirable
- Hands-on experience in optical alignment and laboratory optics; familiarity with optical simulation software; experience in data acquisition, image processing and image analysis; experimental experience with cameras, lasers, optical components or imaging systems
Lab Support Engineer1 post
- Qualification
- B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering or B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering
- Age Limit
- Max 25 years on 30th October 2026
- Desirable
- Knowledge of machine learning and deep learning; Python programming, image processing, data analysis and data visualization; databases and scientific data handling; mechanical design and engineering drawing; CAD tools and stress/structural simulations; prototype development, fabrication or instrumentation
Age Limit
Max 28 years on 30th October 2026 for JRF; Max 25 years on 30th October 2026 for Lab Support Engineer
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Eligible candidates are shortlisted from the applications received.
- 2Online Interview
Shortlisted candidates are interviewed online on 30 October 2026 at 10:00 AM IST.
Salary Structure
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Pay: Rs. 37,000 per month + HRA
Lab Support Engineer
Pay: Rs. 25,000 per month (consolidated)
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | Rs. 37,000 per month + HRA |
| Lab Support Engineer | Rs. 25,000 per month (consolidated) |
How to Apply
- 1Check the eligibility requirements for the post you want to apply for
- 2Fill the online application form at the link given in the advertisement
- 3Submit the application on or before 15 October 2026
Important Details
- The two JRF posts are in Optics and the Lab Support Engineer post is for Engineering, all in the research group of Dr. Vandana Sharma, Department of Physics, IIT Hyderabad.
- The online interview meeting link and further details are communicated only to shortlisted candidates.
Computational and Analytical Skills (Desirable)
- Python
- MATLAB
- LabVIEW
- Data acquisition
- Data analysis
- Data visualization
- Image processing
- Scientific computing
Frequently Asked Questions
How will shortlisted candidates be informed about the interview?
Only shortlisted candidates are contacted. The online meeting link and further details are sent to them.
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