Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 at IIEST Shibpur, Howrah
IIEST Shibpur invites applications for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under an ANRF-funded project on cyber-resilient EV charging infrastructure. Candidates with M.Tech/B.Tech and valid GATE scores can apply by 25 July 2026. Fellowship up to ₹54,600 per month.
Date Posted: 29 June 2026
Organization: Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur
Organization Profile
Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur, Howrah, is a premier institute under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Known for its excellence in engineering education, innovation, and advanced research, IIEST actively collaborates with national funding agencies to undertake high-impact research projects in emerging technologies.
Job Title / Designation
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – Purely Temporary
Project Details
Project Title:
Development of Cyber-Resilient Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure and Security Control Framework with Fault Diagnosis and Vulnerability Analysis Facilities
Project Code:
DRC/ANRF(4211)/EE/AB/025/25-26
Funding Agency:
Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Government of India
Principal Investigator:
Dr. Atanu Banerjee, Associate Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering
Co-Investigator:
Dr. Amal Barman, Associate Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering
Department & Vacancy
Department of Electrical Engineering
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – 01 Post
Essential Qualifications
Candidates must satisfy any one of the following:
Option 1
- M.E./M.Tech in:
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Information Technology
- Allied disciplines
- Minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA.
- Valid GATE Score.
Option 2
- B.E./B.Tech in:
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Information Technology
- Allied disciplines
- Minimum 80% marks or 8.5 CGPA.
- Valid GATE Score with at least 80 Percentile.
Relaxation: As per Government of India norms for SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/DA candidates.
Final Year Candidates
Candidates currently in the final semester may also apply. Selected candidates must submit qualifying degree results and related certificates by 30 September 2026.
Desirable Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates having experience in:
- Power Electronic Converter Design
- DC-DC and DC-AC Converter Control
- Renewable Energy Integration
- MATLAB Programming and SIMULINK
- FPGA Programming
- DSP Controllers
- Microcontroller-Based Systems
- IoT Sensors and Applications
- Hardware Prototype Development
- Embedded Systems and Automation
Job Responsibilities
The selected JRF will work on:
- Cyber-security of EV charging infrastructure
- Grid Emulator and EVSE integration
- EV Battery Management Systems (BMS)
- IoT-based cyber-attack generation and testing
- AI-driven cyber-security control frameworks
- Fault diagnosis and vulnerability analysis
- Development of intelligent control modules for EV charging stations
Salary Details
First & Second Year
- Fellowship: ₹37,000/- per month
- HRA (30%): ₹11,100/-
- Total: ₹48,100/- per month
Third Year
- Fellowship: ₹42,000/- per month
- HRA (30%): ₹12,600/-
- Total: ₹54,600/- per month
Additional Benefits
- Medical facilities available through institute doctor and affiliated hospitals.
- Opportunity to register for a Ph.D. program at IIEST Shibpur as per institute rules.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 32 Years
- Relaxation up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/DA candidates.
Duration
- Initial appointment for 1 year
- Extendable up to 3 years based on performance
- Position is co-terminus with the project
Application Mode
Email Application (Single PDF File)
Important Date
| Particulars | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 25 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
- Prescribed application form
- Educational certificates
- Mark sheets
- GATE score card
- Experience certificates (if any)
- Supporting documents
All documents must be merged into one PDF file and emailed before the deadline.
Email Address
Organization Website
IIEST Shibpur Official Website
Organization Address
Office of the Dean (Research & Consultancy)
Indian Institute of Engineering Science & Technology (IIEST), Shibpur
Howrah – 711103
West Bengal, India
