Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, a premier engineering and research institute in Uttar Pradesh, has invited applications for a Project Postdoctoral Fellow position under its recruitment drive for 2026. The opening is for a single post associated with a project on CALPHAD-based ICME Design of Steels in the Department of Metallurgical Engineering, offering a research role for candidates with a doctoral background in the discipline.
IIT Kanpur Recruitment 2026 - Project Postdoctoral Fellow Post
Posted 30 Sept 2026Updated 30 Sept 2026P.Rect./R&D/2026/192
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
05 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 05 Oct 2026
- Notification26 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed05 Oct
About IIT Kanpur Project Postdoctoral Fellow Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur
- Advertisement No.
- P.Rect./R&D/2026/192
- Post Name
- Project Postdoctoral Fellow
- Job Location
- Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Candidates from all over India who meet the specified educational qualifications are eligible to apply)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 60,000 - Rs. 5,000 - Rs. 85,000
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Postdoctoral Fellow
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Postdoctoral Fellow | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Project Postdoctoral Fellow
PhD in Metallurgical Engineering with Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Metallurgical Engineering
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Postdoctoral Fellow | PhD in Metallurgical Engineering with Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Metallurgical Engineering |
Application Fee
All Candidates
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Candidates are shortlisted based on their qualifications.
- 2Evaluation
Shortlisted candidates are evaluated as part of the selection process.
Salary Structure
Rs. 60,000 - Rs. 5,000 - Rs. 85,000
How to Apply
- 1Submit the application online on or before 05-10-2026
- 2Open the Apply Online link or visit the IIT Kanpur official website to start the application
- 3Fill in the application form with correct personal, educational and contact details
- 4Upload the photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format
- 5Pay the application fee online, if applicable
- 6Review all details carefully and submit the form
- 7Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Photograph
•Signature and certificates
Important Details
- This is a project-based research position at IIT Kanpur focused on CALPHAD-based ICME Design of Steels.
- The post is not permanent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates from other states apply for this post?
Yes. Candidates from all over India who meet the specified educational qualifications are eligible to apply.
Is this a permanent job?
No. It is a project-based research position at IIT Kanpur focused on CALPHAD-based ICME Design of Steels.
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