IIT BHU JRF Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Junior Research Fellow Post

Recruitment Overview

IIT (BHU), Varanasi has announced recruitment for one Junior Research Fellow in the Department of Electronics Engineering. The opening is under a sponsored research project focused on sensor arrays and wireless embedded systems for space applications.

This is a temporary project position and is co-terminus with the project. It is intended for candidates with a strong background in Electronics and Communication Engineering and related embedded or microelectronics domains.

Project Details

The official project title is Design of Strain Sensor Arrays on Conformal Substrates with Wireless Interfaces for Space Applications. The project is sponsored by ISRO through the Regional Academic Centre for Space at IIT (BHU), Varanasi.

The project work includes research, design, fabrication and development of sensor arrays and embedded systems with wireless capabilities for specific aerospace applications in the Indian Space Research Organization ecosystem.

Important Dates

The advertisement is listed on the IIT (BHU) positions page with a closing date in April 2026. Candidates should complete both email submission and Google Form submission before the deadline.

Educational Qualification

The official notice gives two qualification routes for the JRF position. In both cases, the candidate must have minimum 60 percent marks and a valid GATE score in EC.

• B.E. or B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering with minimum 60 percent marks and valid GATE score in EC.
• M.E. or M.Tech or equivalent degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Embedded Systems, Applied Electronics, VLSI or Microelectronics with minimum 60 percent marks and valid GATE score in EC.

Candidates should ensure that their specialization and GATE discipline match the requirement before applying.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The upper age limit mentioned in the official notice is 28 years on the last date of application. The age conditions follow the funding agency norms.

Preferred Skills and Duties

The project prefers candidates with practical exposure to sensor fabrication and electronics system design. This is a hands-on research role and not only a theory-based academic position.

• Basic hands-on exposure to sensor fabrication and characterization processes is highly preferable.
• Knowledge of embedded systems is expected.
• Knowledge of PCB design and electronics instrumentation design is desirable.
• Candidates with hands-on experience in electronic system design will be given priority.

The selected JRF will develop fabrication process flows for realizing sensor arrays on elastomeric substrate materials, perform electronic system development tasks and assist in project-related administrative work.

Stipend and Duration

The official notice clearly states the monthly emoluments and the project tenure structure.

The notice also says that the selected candidate is expected to join immediately.

Selection Process

The recruitment does not involve a written test. The selection will be based on shortlisting followed by interview.

• Applications will be screened based on qualification, GATE details and relevant experience.
• The Principal Investigator may restrict the number of candidates called for interview to a reasonable limit.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be informed by email regarding the physical interview.
• No TA or DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Candidates should therefore ensure that their application highlights relevant technical work, projects and practical exposure clearly.

How to Apply Online

The official notice requires candidates to complete two steps. Sending only the CV or filling only the form should not be treated as sufficient.

1. Prepare a detailed CV with all required personal, academic and technical information.
2. Email the CV to the Principal Investigator at oppiliprasad.ece@iitbhu.ac.in.
3. Fill the official Google Form mentioned in the notice.
4. Ensure both submissions are completed before 24 April 2026 at 23:59:59 IST.

The application should include name, age, date of birth, contact details, educational qualifications, percentage of marks, college and university details, graduation year, GATE score with year and All India Rank, previous work experience if any, and significant technical achievements or earlier projects.

Important Instructions

The official notice includes a few conditions that candidates should not ignore.

• Applications and CVs with incomplete information will not be considered during shortlisting.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email.
• The selected candidate is expected to join immediately.
• The position is temporary and ends with the project unless otherwise extended under project rules.

Candidates should review the official notification carefully before applying, especially the qualification route, GATE requirement and the mandatory online submission steps.

Official Links

• Official IIT BHU JRF Notification PDF
• IIT BHU Positions Page
• Department of Electronics Engineering, IIT BHU