Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Junior Research Fellowship Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official IIT Kharagpur website. The last date to submit the application form is 18-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026 – Important Details

Details	Information
Organization Name	Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur)
Post Name	Junior Research Fellowship - Research
Total Vacancies	1 Post
Salary/Consolidated Compensation	Rs. 37,000 per month
Educational Qualification	B.Tech. OR M.Tech.
Age Limit	28 years
Application End Date	18 January 2026
Advt No	IIT/SRIC/R/HYM/2025/102
Official Website	www.iitkgp.ac.in

IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026 Vacancy Details

The total number of vacancies for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship Recruitment 2026 is 1 position in the Electrical Engineering Department.

Post Name: Junior Research Fellowship - Research
Number of Posts: 1
Department: Electrical Engineering
Project Name: High frequency fully integrated step-down power management converter (Project Code – R/HYM)
Principal Investigator (PI): Prof./Dr. Santanu Kapat
Sponsoring Agency: STMicroelectronics Pvt. Ltd, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh

Eligibility Criteria for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess any one of the following qualifications to apply for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship positions:

B.Tech. (or equivalent) with valid GATE (or equivalent) score in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation Engineering
M.Tech. (or equivalent) with GATE (or equivalent) qualification in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation Engineering
Academic Performance: 60% (or CGPA 6.5) and above from Matriculation onward

Selection Criteria

Candidates selected through any one of the following national eligibility processes will be preferred:

Scholars selected through National Eligibility Tests - CSIR-UGC NET (including lectureship/Assistant Professorship) and GATE
Scholars selected through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER

Desired Experience

Prior experience in Analog Integrated Circuit Design will get due preference
Experience in Power Management Integrated Circuit Design is highly valued

Nationality

Candidates must be Indian citizens or as specified in the official notification.

Age Limit for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026

Upper Age Limit: 28 years
Age Relaxation: Relaxable upto 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Physically Handicapped/Visually Handicapped/Female applicants
Age Calculation Date: As on last date of advertisement (23 December 2025)

Salary/Consolidated Compensation for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026

Consolidated Compensation: Upto Rs. 37,000 per month
Amount Varies Based On: Qualification and experience of selected candidate
Tenure: 24 months or the termination of the project, whichever is earlier

Important Dates for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026

Event	Date
Advertisement Release Date	23 December 2025
Online Application End Date	18 January 2026

How to Apply for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can apply for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026 by following these steps:

Visit the official website: www.iitkgp.ac.in
Navigate to the Sponsored Research and Industrial Consultancy (SRIC) section
Find the "Junior Research Fellowship Recruitment 2026" notification (Advertisement No. IIT/SRIC/R/HYM/2025/102)
Read the official notification carefully
Click on the "Apply Online" link
Register with your email ID and mobile number
Fill in the online application form with correct and complete details
Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates, GATE Score Card)
Transfer application fee through bank (RTGS/NEFT/NET Banking) and mention transaction details in the form
Submit the application and take a printout for your records

IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026 – Important Links

IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. What is the age limit for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026?

The upper age limit is 28 years, which is relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/PH/VH/Female applicants. Age is calculated as on the date of advertisement (23 December 2025).

Q2. What qualifications are required for IIT Kharagpur JRF Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must have B.Tech. (or equivalent) with valid GATE score OR M.Tech. (or equivalent) with GATE qualification in Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation Engineering. Academic performance of 60% (CGPA 6.5) and above from Matriculation onwards is mandatory.

Q3. What is the salary for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026?

The consolidated compensation is upto Rs. 37,000 per month, depending on the qualification and experience of the selected candidate.

Q4. What is the last date to apply for IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship 2026?

The last date to submit your online application is 18 January 2026. Ensure you complete and submit your application before the deadline as no late applications will be accepted.

Q5. What is the project name and sponsoring agency for this JRF position?

The project name is "High frequency fully integrated step-down power management converter" (Project Code – R/HYM) sponsored by STMicroelectronics Pvt. Ltd, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh.

IIT Kharagpur Junior Research Fellowship Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

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