Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad, a premier technical institute in Jharkhand, has invited applications for a Junior Research Fellow position under an ANRF-sponsored project. The single vacancy falls in the Department of Petroleum Engineering, where the fellow will work on a formate-based injection method for enhanced oil recovery and carbon storage in the Cambay Basin. The engagement is contractual, with a possible Ph.D. opportunity at the institute as per its rules.
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Recruitment 2026 - Junior Research Fellow Posts
Posted 30 Sept 2026Updated 30 Sept 2026SRDP 1285 G
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05 Oct
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About IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad
- Advertisement No.
- SRDP 1285 G
- Post Name
- Junior Research Fellow
- Job Location
- Dhanbad, Jharkhand
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 28 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- GATE or NET qualification
- Tenure
- Initially for one year, extendable up to three years or completion of the project
Vacancy Breakdown
Junior Research Fellow
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Junior Research Fellow
B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Petroleum Engineering/Chemical Engineering/M.Sc. in Chemistry. Candidate must be GATE or NET qualified.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow | B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Petroleum Engineering/Chemical Engineering/M.Sc. in Chemistry. Candidate must be GATE or NET qualified. |
Age Limit
Upper age limit 28 years at the time of appointment
Age Relaxation
Relaxation in upper age limit for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy layer)/Female candidates as per GOI/DST rules
Application Fee
All Categories (General / OBC / SC / ST)
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Online Interview
Tentatively scheduled on 7 October 2026 at 10:00 am; shortlisted candidates are interviewed online.
Salary Structure
Rs. 37000 + applicable HRA per month for the first two years from the start of the project; may be extended to one more year with Rs. 42000 + applicable HRA per month on satisfactory performance
How to Apply
- 1Prepare a single PDF containing your CV, GATE/NET score card, copies of all marksheets and certificates starting from 10th class, and proof of work experience if any
- 2Write "Application for JRF position in ANRF Project" in the subject line of the email
- 3Email the single PDF to the Principal Investigator at [email protected] on or before 05 October 2026, 11:00 pm
Documents to Carry / Upload
•CV
•GATE/NET score card
•Copies of all marksheets and certificates starting from 10th class
•Proof of work experience (if any)
Important Details
- Applications must be sent as a single PDF by email to the Principal Investigator; the post is for the ANRF sponsored project on a novel formate-based injection method for enhanced carbon storage and oil recovery in Cambay Basin oil fields.
Project Details
Project Title
Details: Development of a Novel Formate-Based Injection Method for Enhanced Carbon Storage and Oil Recovery in Cambay Basin Oil Fields: Supporting Energy Security and Net-Zero Goals
Principal Investigator
Details: Dr. Neetish Kumar Maurya, Assistant Professor, Department of Petroleum Engineering, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad-826 004, Jharkhand
Sanction Letter
Details: DAR/27/2025-2026 dated 25 March 2026
Tenure of Project
Details: Initially for one year, extendable up to three years or completion of the project
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Title | Development of a Novel Formate-Based Injection Method for Enhanced Carbon Storage and Oil Recovery in Cambay Basin Oil Fields: Supporting Energy Security and Net-Zero Goals |
| Principal Investigator | Dr. Neetish Kumar Maurya, Assistant Professor, Department of Petroleum Engineering, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad-826 004, Jharkhand |
| Sanction Letter | DAR/27/2025-2026 dated 25 March 2026 |
| Tenure of Project | Initially for one year, extendable up to three years or completion of the project |
Job Description
- Design different format based chemical slug for EOR and carbon sequestration
- Evaluation of different injection schemes and synergy with other chemical EOR methods
Desirable Qualification
For Petroleum Engineering, experience or knowledge in Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) and reservoir simulation. For Chemistry/Chemical Engineering candidates, knowledge of basic chemistry of salt, surfactants and polymer.
Ph.D. Opportunity
The selected candidate may be allowed to register for the Ph.D. program at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad as per Institute rules. The position may be converted into a regular Institute JRF if the candidate is admitted to the Ph.D. program.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 9771458839
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Junior Research Fellow position be converted into a Ph.D. position?
Yes. The selected candidate may register for the Ph.D. program at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad as per Institute rules, and the position may be converted into a regular Institute JRF if admitted to the Ph.D. program.
What is the tenure of the JRF position?
The engagement is initially for one year and can be extended up to three years or until completion of the project.
Is the interview conducted online?
Yes, the interview is tentatively scheduled online on 7 October 2026 at 10:00 am.
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