Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 at IIT Kharagpur
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT KGP) invites applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology funded project on Machine Learning Guided 3D Printing of Sustainable Self-Healing Concrete. Eligible B.E./B.Tech and M.E./M.Tech candidates with GATE/NET or equivalent qualifications can apply before 30 June 2026.
Date Posted: 24 June 2026
Institution Name: Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT KGP)
About IIT Kharagpur
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT KGP), established in 1951, is the first IIT in India and an Institute of National Importance. Recognized as an Institute of Eminence, IIT Kharagpur is renowned for excellence in engineering, research, innovation, and interdisciplinary education. The institute’s sprawling campus hosts thousands of students, researchers, and faculty members engaged in cutting-edge scientific and technological advancements.
Project Details
Project Title:
Machine Learning Guided 3D Printing of Self-Healing Sustainable Concrete from Waste Materials (DSW)
Funding Agency:
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India
Funding Division:
R&D in Electronics Group, Electronics Systems Development and Application Division
Position Details
Post Name: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Duration: 9 Months or until completion of the project, whichever is earlier
Essential Qualifications
Candidates must possess:
- B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Relevant allied disciplines
AND
Must have qualified through at least one of the following national-level examinations:
- GATE
- CSIR-UGC NET
- UGC NET
- DST-sponsored examinations
- DBT examinations
- DAE examinations
- DOS examinations
- DRDO examinations
- Ministry of Education examinations
- ICAR examinations
- ICMR examinations
- IIT/IISc/IISER/NISER national-level selection processes
- Other equivalent Government-recognized national-level examinations
Desirable Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with:
- Knowledge of Additive Manufacturing
- Experience in 3D Printing Technologies
- Exposure to Sustainable Construction Materials
- Understanding of Machine Learning Applications in Engineering
Fellowship
Salary: Up to ₹37,000 per month
Actual fellowship may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and project norms.
Research Areas
The selected candidate will work in advanced interdisciplinary areas including:
- Machine Learning Applications
- 3D Concrete Printing
- Additive Manufacturing
- Sustainable Construction Materials
- Self-Healing Concrete Technology
- Waste Material Utilization
- Smart Infrastructure Systems
Selection Process
- Application Screening
- Shortlisting
- Interview/Assessment as per IIT Kharagpur norms
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Important Date
Last Date to Apply: 30 June 2026
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should submit their applications through the IIT Kharagpur Sponsored Research and Industrial Consultancy (SRIC) portal.
Applicants must upload:
- Educational Certificates
- GATE/NET or equivalent qualification proof
- Experience Certificates (if applicable)
- Supporting documents
Applications submitted after the deadline may not be considered.
Application Portal
https://erp.iitkgp.ac.in/SricWeb/temporaryJobs.htm
Official Website
Institution Address
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
Post Technology
Paschim Medinipur
Kharagpur – 721302
West Bengal, India