Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 at IIIT Pune – ISRO Sponsored Project

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 at IIIT Pune – ISRO Sponsored Project

The Indian Institute of Information Technology Pune (IIIT Pune) has invited applications from eligible Indian nationals for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a research project sponsored by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) through its RESPOND Programme.

The selected candidate will work on advanced research in RF communication, Free Space Optical Communication, channel coding and communication systems.

Position Overview

Project Title

High Data Rate Channel Codec Architecture for Free Space Classical RF and Optical Communication

The project focuses on developing advanced communication technologies and channel coding architectures for high-data-rate classical RF and optical communication systems.

Major research areas include:

• Classical RF Communication

• Free Space Optical (FSO) Communication

• Channel Coding

• Error Control Coding

• Wireless Communication

• Optical Wireless Communication

• Communication Systems

Essential Qualification

The detailed educational qualification and eligibility requirements are not visible in the provided advertisement excerpt.

Candidates should refer to the complete official IIIT Pune recruitment advertisement for details regarding:

• Required degree / specialization

• Minimum academic qualifications

• GATE / NET requirements, if applicable

• Age limit

• Experience requirements

• Other eligibility conditions

Research Areas

Candidates interested in the following areas may find this research opportunity particularly relevant:

• RF and Wireless Communication

• Free Space Optical Communication

• Optical Wireless Communication

• Digital Communication

• Channel Coding

• Error Control Coding

• Communication System Design

• High Data Rate Communication

• Signal Processing

• Electronics and Communication Engineering

Salary / Fellowship

The selected Junior Research Fellow will receive:

• INR 37,000 per month

• 30% HRA, as per ISRO norms

The position is purely temporary and linked to the sponsored research project.

Project Duration

• Duration: 02 Years

• Nature of Appointment: Purely Temporary Research Position

• Funding Agency: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

• Programme: RESPOND

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should apply according to the procedure prescribed by IIIT Pune in the detailed recruitment notification.

Candidates are advised to carefully verify:

• Application method

• Application form

• Required academic documents

• Research / experience certificates, if applicable

• Application deadline

• Submission instructions

• Selection / interview procedure

before submitting their application.

Important Dates

Who Can Apply?

This research opportunity may be particularly suitable for candidates with an academic or research background in:

• Electronics and Communication Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Communication Engineering

• Wireless Communication

• Optical Communication

• RF Communication

• Signal Processing

• Communication Systems

• Related engineering and technology disciplines

Applicants should confirm the exact degree and eligibility requirements from the complete official notification.

About IIIT Pune

Indian Institute of Information Technology Pune (IIIT Pune) is an Institute of National Importance by an Act of Parliament.

The institute promotes education and research in information technology, electronics, communication, computer science and emerging technology areas.

Project Investigator

Dr. Dheeraj Dubey
Assistant Professor
Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering
Indian Institute of Information Technology Pune

Official Information

Candidates should visit the official IIIT Pune website and refer to Advertisement No. IIITP/ECE/0001 for the complete recruitment notification, eligibility criteria, application procedure and deadline.

Project: High Data Rate Channel Codec Architecture for Free Space Classical RF and Optical Communication

Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Fellowship: INR 37,000 per month + 30% HRA

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