Indian Institute of Technology Patna – Recruitment for Junior Research Fellow
IIT Patna invites applications for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the ML-enabled RISC-V based i-LoRa SOC project. Eligibility: B.Tech/M.Tech/M.Sc with valid GATE score. Apply by 14 December 2025.
Post Date: 03 December 2025
Organization: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Patna
Organization Profile:
Indian Institute of Technology Patna is one of the newer IITs, established by an Act of the Indian Parliament on August 06, 2008. Patna, formerly known as Patliputra, has historically been a global center of learning attracting scholars from China, Japan, Korea, Indonesia, and Sri Lanka.
This region has produced many eminent scholars and visionaries including Lord Gautam Buddha, Lord Mahavir, Guru Gobind Singh, Aryabhatta, and Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first President of India. IIT Patna continues this legacy through excellence in education, research, and innovation.
Job Position:
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Employment Type: Temporary
Project Title:
ML Enabled RISC-V based i-LoRa SOC for Forest Event Monitoring
Qualification Requirements:
Eligible Degrees:
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M.Tech. / B.Tech. / M.Sc. in
Electrical / Electronics / Communication / Instrumentation / Computer Science & Engineering
Preferred / Desirable:
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M.Tech. (VLSI / Embedded Systems / Microelectronics / Electronics Systems / Communication Systems / CSE / Allied disciplines)
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Minimum CPI 6.5 or 60% marks
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Valid GATE Score (last 5 years)
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OR
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B.Tech / B.Sc(Engg.) / M.Sc. in eligible disciplines
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Minimum CPI 7.5 or 70% marks
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Valid GATE Score (last 5 years)
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GATE Exemption:
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Candidates with B.Tech degree with CPI ≥ 7.5 from IITs/CFTIs are exempted from GATE.
For Direct SRF Consideration:
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M.Tech degree + minimum 2 years relevant experience, based on interview performance.
Age Limit:
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32 years for M.Tech candidates
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28 years for B.Tech / B.Sc(Engg.) / M.Sc. candidates
(As on the date of advertisement)
Duration of the Post:
2 Years (as JRF)
Pay Scale:
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JRF: ₹37,000 per month
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SRF: ₹42,000 per month
Job Location:
Patna, Bihar
Apply Mode:
How to Apply:
Interested and eligible candidates must send the following to kcr@iitp.ac.in on or before 14 December 2025:
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Scanned Application Form (in appended IITP format)
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GATE Score Card
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Updated Resume highlighting relevant project experience
Selection Process & Important Dates:
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Last Date to Apply: 14 December 2025
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Shortlisting Notification: 15 December 2025
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Written Test & Personal Interview:
22 December 2025, 10:00 AM
Venue:
Department of Electrical Engineering
IIT Patna, Bihta, Patna – 801103
Candidates must bring all original certificates, mark sheets, and GATE scorecard for verification.
Organization Website:
Organization Address:
Indian Institute of Technology
Bihta, Patna – 801106
