IIT Roorkee JRF Recruitment 2026 – 2 Junior Research Fellow Vacancies in Earth Sciences
IIT Roorkee JRF Recruitment 2026 notification released for 2 Junior Research Fellow vacancies in Earth Sciences. M.Sc, M.Tech, BE and B.Tech candidates with GATE or NET can apply. Fellowship ₹37,000 plus HRA. Last date: 30 November 2026.
Date Posted: 03 November 2026
Organization: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee)
About the Institution
The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) invites applications from eligible Indian nationals for two Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions in the Department of Earth Sciences.
The positions are available under an Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)-sponsored research project. Candidates with academic qualifications in Geophysics, Physics or Engineering and a valid GATE or NET qualification are eligible to apply.
Selected candidates will receive a monthly fellowship of ₹37,000 plus House Rent Allowance (HRA). The project has a duration of three years.
Job Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee |
| Department | Earth Sciences |
| Position | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Number of Vacancies | 02 |
| Advertisement Reference | SRIC/06 |
| Project Sponsor | ANRF |
| Principal Investigator | Simanchal Padhy |
| Monthly Fellowship | ₹37,000 + HRA |
| Project Duration | 3 Years |
| Research Area | Seismology, Geophysics and Earth Sciences |
| Application Deadline | 30 November 2026 |
| Job Location | IIT Roorkee, Uttarakhand |
About the Research Project
Project Title: Seismic Ambient Noise and P-Wave Coda Correlation Imaging in the Bikaner–Nagpur Basin, Rajasthan for Detailed Crustal Structure.
The research project is sponsored by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) and focuses on investigating the crustal structure of the Bikaner–Nagpur Basin in Rajasthan.
The selected candidates will work on seismic data processing and interpretation using seismic ambient noise and P-wave coda correlation imaging techniques.
The research will involve the following areas:
- Seismology and seismic imaging.
- Geophysics.
- Earth Sciences.
- Seismic ambient noise analysis.
- P-wave coda correlation.
- Crustal structure investigations.
- Seismic data processing and interpretation.
Available Positions
IIT Roorkee has announced 02 Junior Research Fellow vacancies under the ANRF-sponsored research project.
An important work-location arrangement is specified in the advertisement:
- One selected JRF will work at IIT Kanpur for the first year.
- The same candidate will work at IIT Roorkee for the remaining two years.
- The project is administered through the Department of Earth Sciences at IIT Roorkee.
This arrangement applies to one of the two selected candidates.
Educational Qualifications and Eligibility
Candidates must possess any one of the following educational qualifications:
- M.Sc. in Geophysics.
- M.Sc. in Physics.
- M.Tech. in Geophysics.
- M.Tech. in Physics.
- B.E. in Engineering.
- B.Tech. in Engineering.
Mandatory Requirement: Candidates must have qualified GATE or NET.
Applicants should ensure that they satisfy the prescribed educational and examination requirements before submitting their applications.
Job Responsibilities
The primary responsibility of the selected Junior Research Fellows will be seismic data processing and interpretation.
The selected candidates will contribute to the project’s research activities, including:
- Processing and interpreting seismic data.
- Supporting seismic observations and geophysical investigations.
- Conducting research related to crustal structure.
- Working on seismic ambient noise and P-wave coda correlation imaging.
Fellowship and Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive a monthly fellowship as follows:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Junior Research Fellow |
| Monthly Fellowship | ₹37,000 |
| House Rent Allowance | HRA as applicable |
| Total Monthly Fellowship | ₹37,000 + HRA |
| Project Duration | 3 Years |
The fellowship will be provided according to the applicable project and institute provisions.
Duration and Work Location
The advertised research project has a total duration of three years.
The work-location arrangement for one of the selected candidates is:
| Period | Work Location |
|---|---|
| First Year | IIT Kanpur |
| Remaining Two Years | IIT Roorkee |
The other selected JRF will work under the project at IIT Roorkee. The specific work-location arrangement should be confirmed from the complete official notification.
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected according to the recruitment procedure prescribed by IIT Roorkee.
The advertisement provides the following instructions:
- Candidates should submit their applications and supporting documents to the Principal Investigator’s office through email or post.
- Alternatively, candidates may produce their application documents at the time of the interview.
- Original degree certificates and experience certificates must be brought for verification at the interview.
- Preference will be given to SC/ST candidates when qualifications and experience are equal.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
Interview Date, Time and Venue: Not specified in the provided advertisement details. Candidates should refer to the complete official notification for the interview schedule.
Documents Required
Candidates should prepare the following documents:
- Application on plain paper.
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Chronological details of educational qualifications and degrees obtained.
- Details of research, industrial, field and other relevant experience.
- Attested copies of educational and degree certificates.
- Attested copies of experience certificates, wherever applicable.
- Original degree and experience certificates for verification at the interview.
Candidates should ensure that all required documents are available before submitting their applications.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible Indian nationals may submit their applications along with the required supporting documents to the office of the Principal Investigator.
Available Application Submission Methods:
- By Email: Send the application and supporting documents to the Principal Investigator’s office.
- By Post: Send the application and supporting documents to the Principal Investigator’s office, Department of Earth Sciences, IIT Roorkee.
- At the Interview: Candidates may produce their application and supporting documents at the time of the interview.
Address:
Department of Earth Sciences
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
Roorkee – 247667
Uttarakhand, India
Department Contact Number: +91-1332-284332 / 285232
Department Email: earth@iitr.ac.in
Official Website: https://www.iitr.ac.in/