Indian Institute of Technology Jammu, a premier technical institute in Jammu and Kashmir, has opened recruitment for one Postdoctoral Fellow position in its Department of Electrical Engineering. The fellowship falls under the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme for Electronics and IT: Phase II, funded by the Digital India Corporation under MeitY. The role involves carrying out research, mentoring PhD candidates and taking part in collaborative work under the scheme.
IIT Jammu Postdoctoral Fellow Recruitment 2026
Posted 12 Oct 2026Updated 12 Oct 2026IITJMU/R&C/SF-100105/A-58
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
18 Oct
Closes today
Apply Mode
Online
Temporary
Status
Apply Now
Recruitment status
Applications open
Last date 18 Oct 2026 · Closes today
- Notification01 Oct
- Applications Opentill 18 Oct
About IIT Jammu Postdoctoral Fellow Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Jammu
- Advertisement No.
- IITJMU/R&C/SF-100105/A-58
- Post Name
- Postdoctoral Fellow (PDF)
- Job Location
- Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Tenable in India only; applicant must be an Indian citizen)
- Job Type
- Temporary
- Age Limit
- Up to 40 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- 1 year
Vacancy Breakdown
Postdoctoral Fellow (PDF)
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Postdoctoral Fellow (PDF) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Postdoctoral Fellow (PDF)
PhD degree from a recognized University in any research area relevant to Electrical Engineering, with first class (in terms of grades, etc.) in all preceding levels and a good academic record throughout. The PhD must have been completed within the past 5 years on the last date of submission of application. Publications in reputed journals and conferences will be given weightage. The applicant must be an Indian citizen and should not have completed the PhD at the same institution (host institution) where the PDF fellowship is to be awarded.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Postdoctoral Fellow (PDF) | PhD degree from a recognized University in any research area relevant to Electrical Engineering, with first class (in terms of grades, etc.) in all preceding levels and a good academic record throughout. The PhD must have been completed within the past 5 years on the last date of submission of application. Publications in reputed journals and conferences will be given weightage. The applicant must be an Indian citizen and should not have completed the PhD at the same institution (host institution) where the PDF fellowship is to be awarded. |
Age Limit
Upper age limit is 40 years on the last date of application submission
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Candidates are shortlisted based on merit and the needs of the project; possessing the prescribed qualification does not ensure an interview call.
- 2Interview
Conducted in online mode; the date and time are informed to shortlisted candidates by email.
Salary Structure
Fellowship of Rs. 1,08,393 per month, plus contingency grant of Rs. 1,00,000 per year and travel support up to Rs. 2,10,000 per year
How to Apply
- 1Visit the IIT Jammu online application portal and open the contract/project staff/JRF/SRF/PDF tab
- 2Fill out the application form with the requested details
- 3Upload scanned copies of educational qualification certificates, experience documents and other supporting documents
- 4Submit a one-page statement of purpose along with the application
- 5Complete and submit the application through the portal
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Scanned copies of educational qualification certificates
•Experience documents
•Other supporting documents
•A one-page statement of purpose
Important Details
- Applicants currently in regular employment will not be considered.
- Scientists or researchers holding temporary positions in academia or research institutions may apply, but must relinquish their current roles if selected.
- Candidates who completed their PhD at IIT Jammu, the host institution, are not eligible.
- Selected candidates who are already employed must produce a relieving certificate from their employer.
- The position is full-time, non-transferable and tenable in India only.
Travel Support Conditions
Travel support of up to Rs. 2,10,000 per year is limited to visa fees and one-time travel support for overseas faculty or applicants returning to India to take up the PDF assignment, and to participation in activities, events or workshops of the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme on invitation from the PhD Cell, DIC.
Nature of Job
The selected candidate will handle a project, carry out research work, evaluate and mentor PhD candidates, take part in collaborative research under the scheme, and participate in workshops and events.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Spotted a mistake in this post? Report it