Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD) invites applications from Indian nationals for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under the project: A Pilot Project on the Study and Testing of Shallow Geothermal Energy Potential in India (RP05101G_SN). The project is Funded by: Ministry of New & Renewable Energy
The JRF role offers the possibility of advancement to a PhD position
Position Details
- Role: Junior Research Fellow (01)
- Department: Civil Engineering
- Project Duration: Until 18 August 2028
- Salary: 37,000/- per month + HRA @ 27%
Qualifications
- M.Tech in Civil Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Energy Sciences & Technology
- Must have NET/GATE qualification
- Relaxation:Candidates from Centrally Funded Technical Institutes (CFTIs) with CGPA > 8.0 (80% aggregate) are exempted from NET/GATE.
- Preferred skills: Soil mechanics (basic & advanced), Energy systems & geothermal energy, Numerical modelling & programming
How to Apply
- Download Form No. IRD/REC-4 from IRD IIT Delhi website (ird.iitd.ac.in)
- Submit the completed form with academic details and work experience by email to: Prof. Sumeet Kumar Sinha ([Confidential Information])
- Mention Advertisement No. IITD/IRD/007/2026 in the subject line.
- Deadline: 23 January 2026, 5:00 PM
Additional Notes
- IIT Delhi reserves the right to set higher shortlisting criteria.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via the IITD IRD Shortlist Portal (ird.iitd.ac.in).
- SC/ST candidates: 5% relaxation in marks.
- Retired/superannuated government employees: salary as per IRD norms.
