Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Metallurgy and Materials Science at IIT Indore

About the position

IIT Indore invites applications for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post in Metallurgy and Materials Science. The post is in an ANRF funded project under the Advanced Research Grant (ARG) scheme. The project is "Computational Exploration and Design of BCC + B2 Superalloys". The Principal Investigator is Dr. Venkata Vamsi Koruprolu, MEMS, IIT Indore. The duration is one year initially, extendable based on performance and project tenure.

Eligibility

Essential qualifications (any one of the following):

• M.Tech./ M.E./ M.S. or equivalent in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing or Production Engineering. Candidates must have previously qualified GATE once.
• OR M.Sc. in Materials Science, Physics, Nanoscience and Technology. Candidates must have a valid GATE qualification OR UGC/CSIR-JRF qualification OR equivalent fellowship.
• OR B.Tech./ B.E. or equivalent in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing or Production Engineering, or Engineering Physics. Candidates must have a valid GATE score.

Desirable qualifications:

• Strong background in physical metallurgy, thermodynamics and mechanical behaviour
• Experience with microstructural characterisation and mechanical testing
• Understanding of microstructure-property relationships and strengthening mechanisms
• Familiarity with Python-based scientific computing and data analysis

Age limit: maximum 28 years. Preference will be given to candidates interested in pursuing a PhD at IIT Indore.

Fellowship / pay

₹37,000 per month + HRA. Institute hostel may be provided subject to availability; otherwise HRA is applicable. The position is temporary and co-terminus with the project.

How to apply

1. Prepare a single PDF file with: Curriculum Vitae, Statement of Purpose, self-attested copies of educational certificates, GATE scorecard, and list of publications (if any).
2. Email the PDF to kvvamsi@iiti.ac.in.
3. Use the subject line: Application for the position of JRF (ANRF-ARG project).
4. Send it by 28 Oct 2026.
5. Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email about the online interview.