Indian Institute of Technology (ISM), Dhanbad – Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2025
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad invites applications for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position in Petroleum and Chemical Engineering. Apply by 10th November 2025 for a fellowship of ₹37,000 per month.
Post Date: 4th November 2025
Organization: Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad
Organization Profile:
Standing tall since the early decades of the 20th century, the Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad, has emerged as one of the most prestigious institutions in India. IIT(ISM) offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across 18 full-fledged departments in Engineering, Applied Sciences, Management, and Humanities & Social Sciences. With over a century of excellence, IIT(ISM) continues to contribute to academia and industry through innovation and research.
Job Title:
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Title of the Project:
Development of High-Performance Drag Reducing Agents for Efficient Pipeline Transport of Heavy Crude Oil
Tenure of the Project:
One year or until the end of the project. It may be converted into a regular JRF position as per IIT(ISM) rules.
Qualifications:
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GATE/NET qualified candidates with an M.Tech. in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Petrochemical, Petroleum Refining, Materials Science, or Mechanical Engineering
OR -
M.Sc. in Applied Chemistry or a related discipline.
Desirable Qualification:
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Excellent academic background and knowledge in petroleum/petroleum refining engineering will be preferred.
Fellowship:
₹37,000 per month
Job Location:
Dhanbad, Jharkhand
Apply Mode:
Last Date & Time:
10th November 2025; 6:00 PM
How to Apply:
Eligible candidates may send their applications with all required documents to the Principal Investigator at vikas@iitism.ac.in. Please mention the project number in the subject line of the email.
Selected candidates will be called for an offline interview.
Official Website:
Organization Address:
Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines)
Dhanbad, Jharkhand – 826004