IIT Gandhinagar & IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Recruitment 2026: Research Associate-II and JRF Positions Available

IIT Gandhinagar & IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Recruitment 2026: Research Associate-II and JRF Positions Available

Applications are invited by Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) and Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad [IIT (ISM)] for multiple research positions under sponsored projects funded by national agencies. These opportunities are ideal for candidates interested in Earth Sciences, Geomorphology, Mining Engineering, Geotechnical Research, GIS, and Computational Modelling.

Vacancy Overview

1. IIT Gandhinagar Research Associate-II Recruitment 2026

The Department of Earth Sciences, IIT Gandhinagar has announced two temporary Research Associate-II (RA-II) positions under projects led by Prof. Vikrant Jain.

Position Details

Project 1

Project Title

Ravine Processes, Its Growth and Impact on Neighbouring Localities, Sabarmati River Basin

Job Responsibilities

• RS/GIS analysis of ravine landscapes.

• Field measurements and drone-based mapping.

• Research report preparation.

• Scientific paper writing.

Project 2

Project Title

C-NARMADA

Job Responsibilities

• RS/GIS analysis of geomorphic regions.

• Hydrogeological and geomorphological modelling.

• Field investigations using ADCP and survey instruments.

• Research paper and project report preparation.

Essential Qualifications

Candidates should possess:

• M.Tech.

• M.S.

• M.Phil.

• M.Sc.

• Or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline.

Academic Requirement

• Minimum 60% marks (or equivalent grade) from graduation onwards.

• Minimum 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in Class 10 and Class 12 examinations.

Desirable Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates having:

• Ph.D. in Earth Sciences or related disciplines.

• Specialization in Fluvial Geomorphology.

• Experience in:

  • Sediment Transport Modelling

  • River and Ravine Geomorphology

  • Geospatial Analysis

  • Field-Based Geomorphological Investigations

2. IIT (ISM) Dhanbad JRF Recruitment 2026

The Department of Mining Engineering, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad invites applications for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under the Advanced Research Grant (ARG) Program of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF).

Project Details

Project Title

Assessment of Stand-up Time of Freshly Exposed Unsupported Overlying Strata for Safe Working with Continuous Miner Technology in Indian Coalfields

Principal Investigator

Dr. Ashok Kumar
Assistant Professor, Department of Mining Engineering

Co-Principal Investigator

Dr. Santosh Kumar Behera
Assistant Professor, Department of Mining Engineering

Job Responsibilities

The selected JRF will work on:

• Underground coal mine investigations.

• Field data collection and site studies.

• Numerical modelling and simulation.

• Rock mechanics and geotechnical analysis.

• Technical report preparation.

• Research publications and patent-related activities.

The position requires approximately 10–15 days of fieldwork per month.

Essential Qualification

Candidates must have:

• B.E./B.Tech. in Mining Engineering or Civil Engineering.

• Valid GATE qualification.

Eligible Candidates

• Candidates awaiting M.Tech. results may also apply if they possess a valid GATE score.

Desirable Qualification

• M.Tech. in:

  • Mining Engineering

  • Rock Mechanics

  • Geotechnical Engineering

  • Related specializations

Preferred Skills

• Underground mining methods.

• Numerical modelling.

• Rock mechanics investigations.

• Underground excavation studies.

• Mining and geotechnical simulation software.

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 32 Years

Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Female candidates as per Government of India norms.

Important Dates

Why Apply?

These research positions provide opportunities to:

• Work on nationally funded research projects.

• Gain expertise in GIS, geomorphology, hydrogeology, mining engineering, and geotechnical investigations.

• Collaborate with leading faculty members at premier IITs.

• Publish research papers and contribute to advanced scientific research.

• Build strong credentials for future PhD and academic careers.