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IIT Indore Recruitment 2026 - Junior Research Fellow and Research Associate Posts

Posted 28 Sept 2026Updated 28 Sept 2026IITI/RND/PRJ/NQM/2026-27/001
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Total Vacancies
12
Last Date
27 Sept
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Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 27 Sept 2026
  1. Notification09 Sept
  2. Applications Open
  3. Applications Closed27 Sept

About IIT Indore JRF and Research Associate Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Indore, a premier technical institute in Madhya Pradesh, has announced recruitment for Junior Research Fellow and Research Associate positions under the ASTRA-Q research project, funded by the Department of Science and Technology under the National Quantum Mission. The project, which carries a total of 12 positions across IIT Indore and its member institutes, focuses on astronomical and space weather tracking using quantum artificial intelligence, offering research candidates a chance to work at the intersection of quantum computing and space science.

Job Overview

Organization
Indian Institute of Technology Indore
Advertisement No.
IITI/RND/PRJ/NQM/2026-27/001
Post Name
Junior Research Fellow, Research Associate Provisional and Research Associate II
Job Location
Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Who Can Apply
Candidates from anywhere in India
Job Type
Contract
Gender
All
Nationality
Indian
Credentials Required
CSIR-UGC NET or GATE qualification for Junior Research Fellow
Tenure
Three years (duration of the project)

Vacancy Breakdown

Junior Research Fellow
3
Junior Research Fellow
2
Junior Research Fellow
1
Junior Research Fellow
2
Junior Research Fellow
1
Research Associate Provisional
1
Research Associate II
1
Research Associate II
1
Total12

Eligibility Details

Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.

Junior Research Fellow9 posts
Qualification
Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science or Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in Professional Course selected through National Eligibility Tests - CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE, or through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER etc.
Experience
Desirable: 1-2 years; skills in Python; quantum computing frameworks (Qiskit/PennyLane); machine/deep learning
Research Associate Provisional1 post
Qualification
Ph.D. Thesis Submitted.
Experience
Desirable: 1-2 years; proficiency in Python, Qiskit/PennyLane, machine and deep learning techniques, and domain knowledge in space weather or astrophysics
Research Associate II2 posts
Qualification
Ph.D. + 1 year of experience.
Experience
Desirable: 1+ years of experience in quantum algorithms, hybrid quantum-classical models, and quantum hardware, with exposure to machine learning techniques and their applications in quantum computing

Selection Process

  1. 1
    Shortlisting

    Eligible candidates are shortlisted from the applications received; only shortlisted candidates are called for the interview.

  2. 2
    Interview

    Shortlisted candidates appear for an interview; no TA/DA is paid for attending it and selected candidates are informed by email.

Salary Structure

Junior Research Fellow
Pay: Rs. 37,000 + HRA per month
Research Associate Provisional
Pay: Rs. 45,000 + HRA per month
Research Associate II
Pay: Rs. 61,000 + HRA per month

How to Apply

  1. 1Prepare a detailed CV along with essential qualification degree certificates, marks sheets, GATE qualifying certificate where applicable, and proof of date of birth, compiled into a single PDF file.
  2. 2Fill and submit the Google Form linked in the official notification, or scan the QR code provided to access it.
  3. 3Submit the completed Google Form together with the single PDF of supporting documents on or before the last date.

Documents to Carry / Upload

•Detailed CV
•Essential qualification degree certificates
•Marks sheets
•GATE qualifying certificate (where applicable)
•Proof of date of birth

Important Details

  • No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview and selected candidates will be informed by email.
  • Applications must be submitted as a detailed CV with all relevant supporting documents compiled into a single PDF, along with the Google Form available in the notification.

Project Details

The project is titled ASTRA-Q: Astronomical and Space Weather Tracking with Quantum Artificial Intelligence, funded by the Department of Science and Technology - National Quantum Mission (DST-NQM). The entire duration of the project is three years.

Alternative Position

Depending on qualifications, relevant experience and suitability for the project, the competent authority may consider a candidate for appointment to any one of the positions listed, including Project Scientist - I. Project Scientist - I carries a remuneration of Rs. 56,000 + HRA and requires a Ph.D. with 1 year of experience or a Master's Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognised university or equivalent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a candidate be considered for a post other than the one applied for?

Yes. The notification states that based on the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience and suitability for the project, the competent authority may consider appointment to any one of the positions listed.

Will travel expenses be reimbursed for the interview?

No. No TA/DA is paid for appearing in the interview.

How will candidates be informed about the interview and selection?

Only shortlisted candidates are called for an interview, and selected candidates are informed by email.

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