IIT Mandi Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 – ANRF Project

IIT Mandi Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 – ANRF Project

The Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (IIT Mandi) has invited applications from Indian nationals for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under an Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) funded research project in the School of Chemical Sciences. The appointment is temporary and will initially be offered for 6 months, with continuation subject to satisfactory performance and project requirements.

Recruitment Highlights

Project Title

“Modular synthesis of hydrocarbons via dual activation of carbon-carbon multiple bonds with phosphinium radical cations”

The selected candidate will contribute to research activities under this ANRF-funded project in the School of Chemical Sciences, IIT Mandi.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates should possess:

• BS-MS / M.Sc. or equivalent degree in Chemistry or Chemical Sciences

• Qualification in at least one recognised national-level examination, such as:

  • CSIR-UGC NET-JRF

  • NET-LS

  • NET-PhD

  • Valid GATE qualification

  • Any other equivalent national-level examination

Candidates should ensure that they fulfil the prescribed academic and national-level examination requirements before applying.

Salary & Nature of Engagement

• Consolidated Salary: INR 37,000 per month

• HRA: As applicable

• Initial Appointment Period: 6 months

• The appointment is purely temporary.

• Renewal of services for a few months/year or up to the duration of the project will depend on satisfactory performance.

• The total project duration is 36 months, with an indicated project end date of 12 June 2028.

Project Details

Funding Agency: Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)
Principal Investigator: Dr. Abhishek Dewanji
School: School of Chemical Sciences, IIT Mandi
Project Duration: 36 Months

The project focuses on advanced research in synthetic chemistry and carbon-carbon multiple bond activation using phosphinium radical cations.

Documents Required

The complete list of documents is not visible in the provided advertisement excerpt.

Candidates should refer to the full IIT Mandi notification for requirements that may include:

• Updated CV / Resume

• Educational qualification certificates

• National-level examination qualification proof

• Academic mark sheets

• Research experience details, if applicable

• Other supporting documents specified by IIT Mandi

Application / Selection Process

• Applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals.

• Candidates should submit their application according to the procedure specified in the complete IIT Mandi advertisement.

• Applications will be screened based on academic qualifications and eligibility requirements.

• Shortlisted candidates may be called for further selection/interview as prescribed by the Institute.

• The exact application procedure and deadline should be verified from the complete official notification.

Important Instructions

• The position is temporary and project-based.

• The initial appointment will be for 6 months.

• Continuation/renewal will depend on satisfactory performance and project requirements.

• Candidates must possess the prescribed degree in Chemistry / Chemical Sciences.

• A qualifying national-level examination such as CSIR-UGC NET-JRF, NET-LS, NET-PhD, GATE, or equivalent is required.

• Candidates should check the complete official notification for the application deadline and submission instructions.

Candidates with a BS-MS/M.Sc. or equivalent degree in Chemistry/Chemical Sciences and the required national-level qualification can consider applying for this research opportunity.

Official Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Mandi
Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Advertisement No.: IITM/ANRF/ABHD/536/2026
Principal Investigator: Dr. Abhishek Dewanji
Funding Agency: ANRF
Salary: INR 37,000 per month + HRA as applicable
Initial Appointment: 6 Months
Advertisement Date: 11 September 2026
Application Deadline: Not visible in the provided notification excerpt
Location: IIT Mandi, Kamand, Himachal Pradesh – 175075

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