IIT Jodhpur Recruitment 2026 – 6 Posts, Apply Online

About IIT Jodhpur Recruitment 2026

The Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur (IIT Jodhpur) has announced its IIT Jodhpur Recruitment 2026, inviting applications for 6 temporary project staff positions. These roles are part of various sponsored research projects and institute development initiatives. The recruitment drive, advertised on 29 July 2026, includes diverse opportunities for Junior Research Fellows, Project Assistants, Junior Counselors, Post-Doctoral Research Fellows, and Project Associate-I. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official IIT Jodhpur R&D temporary project appointment portal.

IIT Jodhpur Vacancy Details 2026

A total of 6 vacancies are available across different temporary project positions, with one vacancy for each advertised post.

Post Name	Vacancies
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (Chemistry)	1
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (Bioscience and Bioengineering)	1
Junior Counselor	1
Project Assistant	1
Post-Doctoral Research Fellow	1
Project Associate-I	1

Eligibility Criteria for IIT Jodhpur Posts

The eligibility requirements for each post vary based on the specific project and department. Applicants are advised to carefully review the criteria for their desired position before applying.

Educational Qualification

Post Name	Essential Qualification	Experience / Other
JRF (Chemistry, Dept. of Koushambi Mitra)	Postgraduate degree in Chemistry, selected through CSIR-UGC NET (including lectureship/Asst. Professorship) and GATE, or through national-level exams conducted by central government departments/agencies such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER	None specified
JRF (Bioscience and Bioengineering)	First class Master's Degree in any branch of Life Sciences, or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology/Medicine, with UGC-NET JRF/GATE qualification or equivalent national-level exam qualification (DBT, DST, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER)	None specified
Junior Counselor	M.A. in Psychology and Graduation in Psychology with at least 55% marks in both degrees from a recognized University/Institute	Minimum of 1 year of relevant counselling experience (preferably in an educational/clinical/counselling setup); good oral/written communication skills; proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint or equivalent
Project Assistant	B.Tech. with GATE qualification, or B.Tech. with 60% marks or equivalent, in Mechanical Engineering/Aerospace Engineering or equivalent	None specified
Post-Doctoral Research Fellow	Ph.D. in Synthetic Organic Chemistry with First Class or equivalent, along with a good academic record	Minimum two refereed publications as first or corresponding author in SCI journals of international repute
Project Associate-I	Four-year Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology or equivalent, OR Master's Degree (MTech/MS) in Engineering/Technology or equivalent, OR MCA/MSc in Computer Science/IT/AI/DS or equivalent	None specified

Age Limit

The age limit for candidates is calculated as of the closing date for online application submission. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved category candidates as per Central Government Rules, requiring submission of a Caste Certificate with the application.

Post	Age Limit
JRF (Chemistry)	27 years
JRF (Bioscience and Bioengineering)	32 years
Junior Counselor	35 years
Project Assistant	40 years
Post-Doctoral Research Fellow	32 years
Project Associate-I	35 years

Salary Structure

The compensation for these temporary project positions is on a consolidated basis and varies depending on the specific role and project.

Post Name	Consolidated Compensation	Tenure
JRF (Chemistry)	Up to Rs. 37,000	12 months
JRF (Bioscience and Bioengineering)	Up to Rs. 37,000	12 months
Junior Counselor	Up to Rs. 60,000	12 months
Project Assistant	Up to Rs. 38,000	3 months (extendable till 08-07-2027)
Post-Doctoral Research Fellow	Up to Rs. 65,000	1 year (extendable up to 2 years based on performance and fund availability)
Project Associate-I	Rs. 37,000 plus HRA for NET/GATE-qualified or national-exam-qualified candidates; otherwise Rs. 30,000 plus HRA	11 months (extendable based on performance)

Application Fee

The official notification does not specify any application fee for the IIT Jodhpur Recruitment 2026.

Selection Process

The selection process for these temporary project positions is not detailed in the general notification. Candidates are advised to refer to the specific advertisement for each post on the official IIT Jodhpur R&D portal for information regarding shortlisting criteria, interview schedules, or any required tests.

How to Apply for IIT Jodhpur Recruitment 2026

Candidates interested in the IIT Jodhpur Recruitment 2026 must apply online by the specified deadline. Follow these steps to complete your application:

1. Visit the official IIT Jodhpur R&D temporary project appointment portal at erponline.iitj.ac.in/RnDOutside/projectTemporaryAppointment.htm.
2. Browse the list of current temporary position advertisements to find the relevant post.
3. Carefully review the project information, job description, and eligibility criteria specific to that post.
4. Click on the "Apply Now" button corresponding to your desired position.
5. Fill out the online application form with all the required details accurately.
6. Ensure all necessary documents, including a Caste Certificate if claiming age relaxation, are enclosed or uploaded as instructed.
7. Submit your application before the deadline of 13 August 2026, 11:55 PM.

All applications must be submitted exclusively through the online portal. No other mode of application will be accepted.