Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment – IIT (ISM) Dhanbad (Dec 2025)
Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad invites applications for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under an ISRO-sponsored project on 3D subsurface geological modelling for critical mineral resource assessment. Eligible candidates with relevant M.Sc/M.Tech and NET/GATE may apply by 30 December 2025.
Posted Date: 23-12-2025
Organization: Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad
(Institute of National Importance)
About the Institute
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad is a premier technical institution with over a century of excellence in engineering, applied sciences, earth sciences, management, and humanities, contributing significantly to academia and industry.
📌 Job Title
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
🧪 Project Title
3D Subsurface Modelling of Structurally Controlled Geological Provinces for Critical Mineral Resource Assessment
⏳ Tenure of Project
🎓 Essential Qualification
Candidates must possess a first-class degree with NET/GATE qualification in any of the following or related disciplines:
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M.Sc / M.Sc. Tech / Integrated M.Tech / M.Tech in Applied Geophysics
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Exploration Geophysics / Geophysics / Marine Geophysics
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Earthquake Science and Engineering
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Geo-exploration / Petroleum Exploration
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Geotechnical Engineering
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Remote Sensing & GIS Applications / Geoinformatics
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Geological Technology / Petroleum Geosciences
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Any other relevant allied fields
💰 Fellowship
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₹37,000 + 20% HRA per month (First two years)
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₹42,000 + 20% HRA per month (Third year)
📍 Job Location
Dhanbad, Jharkhand
📨 Apply Mode
Email or Postal
🗓 Last Date to Apply
30 December 2025
📄 How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit an application indicating:
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Name of the Project (ISRO)
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Post applied for (JRF)
along with detailed biodata and self-attested copies of:
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Educational qualifications
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Age proof
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Experience certificates (if any)
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NET/GATE certificate
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Caste certificate (if applicable)
Applications may be sent via email or speed post on or before the last date.
Email ID: sanjitismagp@iitism.ac.in
Official Website: https://www.iitism.ac.in/
Organization Address
Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines)
Dhanbad
Jharkhand – 826004
India
