IIT Gandhinagar Recruitment 2026: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Position in Electrical Engineering

IIT Gandhinagar Recruitment 2026: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Position in Electrical Engineering

The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar), through its Research and Development Office, invites applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the Department of Electrical Engineering. The recruitment is under a MeitY-sponsored research project focusing on vibration energy harvesting and low-power integrated circuit design. The position offers an excellent opportunity for candidates interested in analog and mixed-signal circuit design, integrated circuits, and energy harvesting technologies.

Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply within seven days from the date of advertisement (15 June 2026).

Position Details

Project Details

Project Title:
NSF-MeitY: Fundamental Realizable Limit Vibration Energy Harvesting: Design, Analysis, and Implementation

Principal Investigator:
Prof. Madhav Pathak

Department:
Electrical Engineering, IIT Gandhinagar

About the Project

The project focuses on developing advanced low-power energy harvesting systems capable of converting ambient vibrations into usable electrical energy. The selected candidate will work on the design and simulation of analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits for next-generation vibration energy harvesting applications.

The research offers opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge developments in:

• Vibration Energy Harvesting Systems

• Analog and Mixed-Signal Integrated Circuit Design

• Low-Power Electronics

• Circuit Simulation and Design Automation

• Integrated Circuit Layout and Testing

Essential Qualifications

Candidates must possess:

• Postgraduate Degree in a Professional Course OR

• Graduate Degree in a Professional Course selected through any of the following:

  • CSIR-UGC NET

  • GATE

  • National Level Examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and Agencies such as:

    • DST

    • DBT

    • DAE

    • DOS

    • DRDO

    • MHRD

    • ICAR

    • ICMR

    • IITs

    • IISc

    • IISERs

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

Preference will be given to candidates having:

• M.Tech/M.E. or B.Tech/B.E. in Electronics/Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline

• Proficiency in analog and mixed-signal integrated circuit design

• Experience with circuit simulation tools such as:

  • Cadence Virtuoso or equivalent software

• Familiarity with laboratory equipment, including:

  • Digital Multimeter (DMM)

  • Oscilloscope

• Experience in IC layout design will be an added advantage

Job Responsibilities

The selected Junior Research Fellow will:

• Design and simulate analog and mixed-signal circuits

• Develop low-power energy harvesting systems

• Perform circuit analysis and optimization

• Conduct simulations using advanced EDA tools

• Assist in prototype development and testing

• Contribute to project reports, publications, and technical documentation

Fellowship and Benefits

• Consolidated Fellowship: INR 46,990 per month

• HRA included at 27% as per institute norms

• Opportunity to work in a premier institute of national importance

• Exposure to cutting-edge semiconductor and energy harvesting research

• Opportunity to collaborate with faculty and researchers in advanced electronics and integrated circuit design

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their applications through the Google Form provided by IIT Gandhinagar.

Application Link:
https://forms.gle/k3s42qrfWVKZdDFUA

Important Dates

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates aspiring to build a research career in Integrated Circuit Design, Analog and Mixed-Signal Electronics, Low-Power Systems, and Energy Harvesting Technologies at one of India’s leading research institutions. The project offers hands-on experience in advanced semiconductor research and provides a strong platform for future doctoral studies and research careers.

Official Source: Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar – Research and Development Office Advertisement dated 15 June 2026.