Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad, a premier technical institute in Jharkhand, has invited applications for two project positions, one Junior Research Fellow and one Project Assistant, under an ESSAR Oil and Gas Ltd sponsored project in the Department of Petroleum Engineering. The work involves prospect evaluation of deep coal seams of CBM fields under the Raniganj East Block through physico-chemical and petrographic evaluation of borehole samples.
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad JRF and Project Assistant Recruitment 2026
Posted 15 Oct 2026Updated 15 Oct 2026EOGL/RG(EAST)-CBM-2001/1/2026-27/14
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30 Oct
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About IIT (ISM) Dhanbad JRF and Project Assistant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad
- Advertisement No.
- EOGL/RG(EAST)-CBM-2001/1/2026-27/14
- Post Name
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Project Assistant
- 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
- NET/GATE qualification for Ph.D. admission in Engineering/Science, unless exempt under the listed criteria
- Tenure
- Two years or till end of the project
Vacancy Breakdown
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
1
Project Assistant
1
Total2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 1 |
| Project Assistant | 1 |
| Grand Total | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)1 post
- Qualification
- BTech/M.Tech/M.E. in Petroleum Engineering/Chemical Engineering/Environmental Science & Engineering/Geology or M.Sc. in Chemistry/Geology with more than 60% marks or equivalent CGPA/OGPA. All candidates must qualify NET/GATE to apply for Ph.D. admission in Engineering/Science except those exempt.
- Desirable
- Experience/Knowledge in the relevant fields
- Tenure
- Two years or till end of the project; the JRF position may be converted into a regular JRF of the Institute at any time as per IIT (ISM) rules
Project Assistant1 post
- Qualification
- BTech/BE in Petroleum Engineering/Chemical Engineering/Environmental Science & Engineering/Geology or B.Sc. in Chemistry/Geology with more than 60% marks or equivalent CGPA/OGPA from a recognized Institute/University under a regular program.
- Desirable
- Experience/Knowledge in the relevant fields
Age Limit
Upper age limit 28 years at the time of appointment
Age Relaxation
Relaxation in the upper age limit for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) and female candidates as per GOI/DST rules.
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting of Applications
Applications are screened against the essential qualification before candidates are called for interview.
- 2Interview
Tentative date 4 November 2026 at 10:00 AM in hybrid mode, though physical presence is preferred.
Salary Structure
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Pay: Rs. 37,000 per month
Project Assistant
Pay: Rs. 25,000 per month
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | Rs. 37,000 per month |
| Project Assistant | Rs. 25,000 per month |
How to Apply
- 1Prepare the application with attested copies of all degree and experience certificates.
- 2Mention the project number CSSR0001I on the subject of the application.
- 3Send the hard copy of the application by speed post to the Principal Investigator, Department of Petroleum Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad 826 004, Jharkhand.
- 4Email a copy of the application to [email protected] and [email protected].
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Hard copy of the application
•Attested copies of all degree certificates
•Attested copies of experience certificates
Important Details
- Qualifying NET/GATE is not mandatory for JRF applicants who hold an M.Tech/M.E. with First Class or First Division or minimum 60% marks, or a B.Tech/B.E. with a minimum CGPA of 8 on a 10 point scale from any CFTI, or a B.Tech/B.E. with a minimum CGPA of 8 from an Institute/University ranked 1 to 100 in the Overall category of the NIRF India rankings in the year of application or the previous year.
- Candidates must mention the project number on the subject of the application.
Project Details
Project Title
Details: Prospect Evaluation of Deep Coal Seams of CBM fields under Raniganj East Block
Funding Agency
Details: ESSAR Oil and Gas Ltd
Principal Investigator
Details: Dr. Keka Ojha, Professor (HAG), Department of Petroleum Engineering
IIT (ISM) Project No.
Details: CSSR0001I
Sanction Letter No. and Date
Details: EOGL/RG(EAST)-CBM-2001/1/2026-27/14 dated 26 September 2026
Job Description
Details: Prospect evaluation of the field under study through the physico-chemical and petrographic evaluation of the borehole samples; the JRF and Project Assistant will be involved in fulfilling the objectives and other related work as assigned by the PI/Co-PIs
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Title | Prospect Evaluation of Deep Coal Seams of CBM fields under Raniganj East Block |
| Funding Agency | ESSAR Oil and Gas Ltd |
| Principal Investigator | Dr. Keka Ojha, Professor (HAG), Department of Petroleum Engineering |
| IIT (ISM) Project No. | CSSR0001I |
| Sanction Letter No. and Date | EOGL/RG(EAST)-CBM-2001/1/2026-27/14 dated 26 September 2026 |
| Job Description | Prospect evaluation of the field under study through the physico-chemical and petrographic evaluation of the borehole samples; the JRF and Project Assistant will be involved in fulfilling the objectives and other related work as assigned by the PI/Co-PIs |
Contact
Email: [email protected], [email protected]
Phone: 9431125577
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NET/GATE mandatory for the Junior Research Fellow post?
Yes for Ph.D. admission in Engineering or Science, but candidates with an M.Tech/M.E. with First Class or minimum 60% marks, or a B.Tech/B.E. with minimum CGPA of 8 from a CFTI or from an Institute/University ranked 1 to 100 in the NIRF Overall category, are exempt.
Which project number should be mentioned in the application?
The IIT (ISM) project number CSSR0001I must be mentioned on the subject of the application.
Is the interview held online?
The interview is conducted in hybrid mode, but physical presence at the institute is preferred.
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