IIT Indore JRF Recruitment 2026 | ANRF-Funded Research Project in Chemical Engineering

IIT Indore JRF Recruitment 2026 | ANRF-Funded Research Project in Chemical Engineering

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore invites applications from interested and motivated candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under an Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) funded research project in the Department of Chemical Engineering.

Position Details

Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Advertisement No.: IITI/CHE/PROJ/ADV/2026/02
Funding Agency: Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)
Number of Vacancies: 01

Project Title

Dual-atom catalyst on defect-engineered supports for direct CO₂ valorization to olefins via Fischer-Tropsch pathway

Department: Chemical Engineering, IIT Indore

Project Overview

The selected candidate will work on an advanced research project focused on developing innovative catalytic materials for sustainable carbon utilization. The research aims to design and investigate dual-atom catalysts anchored on defect-engineered metal oxide supports for the conversion of carbon dioxide into value-added olefins through the Fischer-Tropsch process.

Job Responsibilities

The selected JRF will be involved in:

• Design, synthesis, and characterization of next-generation dual-atom catalysts.

• Catalyst fabrication and experimental studies.

• Structural and physicochemical characterization of catalytic materials.

• Use of advanced analytical and characterization techniques.

• Evaluation and optimization of catalytic performance.

• Research data analysis, documentation, and scientific reporting.

Essential Qualifications

Candidates must possess:

• First Class Bachelor's Degree in:

  • Chemical Engineering

  • Materials Science and Engineering

  • Chemistry

  • Physics

  • Or other related disciplines

First Class qualification will be considered as per IIT Indore norms.

Desirable Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates having:

• Experience in material synthesis or inorganic catalyst research.

• Hands-on experience with characterization techniques.

• Programming, computational, or data analysis skills.

• Prior exposure to catalysis, materials engineering, or related research areas.

Fellowship & Benefits

Fellowship: INR 37,000 per month + HRA

• HRA will be provided if institute accommodation is not available.

• Candidates selected for the Ph.D. program at IIT Indore may receive an extension of fellowship as per institute norms.

Duration of Appointment

• Initial appointment will be for 12 months.

• Extendable based on satisfactory performance and project requirements.

• The selected candidate will be encouraged to register for the Ph.D. program at IIT Indore as per institute norms.

Age Limit

Maximum Age: 35 Years

(Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government of India and institute rules.)

Selection Process

• Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview.

• Tentative Interview Date: 03 July 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further selection procedures.

Why Apply?

This opportunity offers hands-on experience in cutting-edge research areas such as:

• Carbon dioxide utilization and conversion

• Fischer-Tropsch catalysis

• Advanced materials and catalyst development

• Sustainable chemical processes

• Energy and environmental technologies

The position also provides an excellent pathway for candidates aspiring to pursue doctoral research at IIT Indore.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and become part of this high-impact ANRF-funded research initiative at IIT Indore.

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