IIT Indore Recruitment 2025: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore, Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science, has invited applications from motivated and eligible candidates for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). The position is under a research project supported by the Indian Knowledge System (IKS), Ministry of Education, Government of India.

Vacancy Details

• Post Name: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
• Number of Posts: 01
• Tenure of Project: Maximum 2 years or until the completion of the project (whichever is earlier).
• If the selected candidate joins the Ph.D. program, fellowship may continue as per IIT Indore academic guidelines.

Job Description

The selected candidate will:

• Synthesize high-quality steel and predict phase formation using CALPHAD software.
• Investigate microstructure and phases of advanced steels using XRD, OM, SEM, TEM.
• Study mechanical behavior including wear and corrosion of developed materials.
• Conduct casting, rolling, and microstructure analysis of steel (used in URUMI sword manufacturing).
• Perform comparative study and advanced material characterization.

Educational Qualification

Essential:

• Master’s Degree (M.Tech/M.E/MS) in:
• Metallurgy / Materials Science & Engineering / Mechanical / Manufacturing / Production Engineering / Nanotechnology / Physics / Ceramics Engineering / Electronics / Chemical Engineering / Energy Science & related specializations.
• With first division and GATE qualification.

OR

• Master’s Degree (M.Sc) in:
• Chemistry / Physics / Materials Science / Electronics / Nanoscience / Forensic Science / Related specializations (with first division).
• With GATE and valid fellowship such as UGC-JRF, CSIR-JRF, DST Inspire, UGC-NET (LS), CSIR-NET (LS).

👉 Note: Selected candidates will be encouraged to join the Ph.D. program at IIT Indore.

Desirable Qualification:

• Knowledge and experience in casting process and material characterization.

Age Limit

• Preferably below 32 years

Salary / Fellowship

• ₹37,000 per month (Consolidated)

Application Procedure

• Interested candidates should send:
  • CV
  • Statement of Purpose (SOP)
  • Copies of educational qualifications & other relevant documents
• Submit via email to the Principal Investigator:
  Dr. Vinod Kumar, Associate Professor, MEMS, IIT Indore
  📧 Email: [email protected]
• Deadline: September 07, 2025 (5:00 PM)
  (Applications received after this date will not be considered)

Official Notification: Download

Selection Procedure

• Screening of applications based on eligibility and qualifications.
• Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
• Final selection will be based on academic record + interview performance.

Key Highlights

• Organization: IIT Indore
• Post: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
• Vacancy: 01
• Salary: ₹37,000/- per month (Consolidated)
• Age Limit: Below 32 years
• Qualification: Master’s in Engineering/Science with GATE/NET/JRF qualification
• Last Date to Apply: 07 September 2025

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