Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 at IIT Roorkee – ISRO Sponsored Lunar Seismology Research Project

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 at IIT Roorkee – ISRO Sponsored Lunar Seismology Research Project

Position Overview

About the Opportunity

The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee invites applications from eligible Indian nationals for two Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions under an ISRO-sponsored research project in the Department of Earth Sciences.

The project focuses on investigating the sub-surface scattering structure of the Moon near the Chandrayaan-3 landing site using seismic datasets.

Essential Qualification

Candidates should possess either:

• M.Sc. in Geophysics / Physics

OR

• M.Tech. in Geophysics / Physics

Candidates must also possess a mandatory valid GATE / NET qualification, as specified in the advertisement.

Desirable Qualification

No separate desirable qualification is specified in the provided advertisement.

Preference may be based on suitability for seismic-data processing and interpretation work associated with the project.

Experience Required

No separate minimum experience requirement is specified in the advertisement.

Relevant academic or research exposure in areas such as:

• Seismology

• Geophysics

• Seismic data analysis

• Signal processing

• Planetary geoscience

may be useful for the project.

Project Area

The research project broadly focuses on:

• Geophysics

• Seismology

• Lunar Science

• Planetary Geophysics

• Seismic Data Processing

• Sub-Surface Structure Analysis

• Chandrayaan-3 Landing Site Studies

Job Description

The selected Junior Research Fellows will primarily work on:

• Seismic data processing

• Interpretation of seismic datasets

• Analysis of sub-surface scattering structures

• Research related to the lunar subsurface near the Chandrayaan-3 landing site

• Preparation of technical and research outputs related to the sponsored project

Remuneration

The selected candidates will receive:

INR 37,000 per month + HRA

HRA will be provided as per applicable rules.

Appointment Duration

The project duration is:

3 Years

The positions are temporary and linked to the duration and requirements of the sponsored research project.

Age Limit

The age limit is not visible in the provided advertisement excerpt.

Candidates should refer to the complete official IIT Roorkee notification for applicable age criteria and relaxations.

Nature of Appointment

• Junior Research Fellow

• ISRO-sponsored research position

• Temporary and project-based

• 02 vacancies

• Linked to the sponsored project duration

How to Apply

Candidates interested in appearing for the interview should submit their application to the Office of the Principal Investigator through:

• Email

• Post

• Or produce the application at the time of interview, as stated in the advertisement

The application should include:

• Application on plain paper

• Detailed CV with chronological details of degrees/certificates

• Details of research, industrial, and other relevant experience

• Attested copies of degree/certificate documents

• Attested copies of experience certificates, wherever applicable

Candidates should also bring their original degree certificates and experience certificates at the time of interview for verification.

Important Dates

Additional Information

• Preference will be given to SC/ST candidates in case of equal qualifications and experience.

• No TA/DA will be admissible for attending the interview.

• The selected candidate may get an opportunity for Ph.D. admission, subject to applicable IIT Roorkee rules.

Job Domain: Natural Sciences / Geophysics / Seismology / Planetary Science / Lunar Geophysics

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