IIT Roorkee Recruitment 2026: Applications Invited for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Research Associate-I (RA-I)

IIT Roorkee Recruitment 2026: Applications Invited for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Research Associate-I (RA-I) Positions in Cryptography and Cybersecurity

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, has invited applications from Indian nationals for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and one Research Associate-I (RA-I) position under an ANRF-ARG sponsored research project.

The project is being carried out under the supervision of Dr. Raghvendra Singh Rohit and focuses on advanced research in cryptography, cybersecurity, and hash functions over Galois fields. The positions provide an excellent opportunity for researchers interested in cutting-edge security research and applied cryptography.

About the Project

Project Title:
A Comprehensive Security Analysis of NIST Accordion Mode Proposals and Their Implications to Hash Functions over Galois Fields

Sponsoring Agency:
Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF-ARG)

Principal Investigator:
Dr. Raghvendra Singh Rohit
Department of Computer Science and Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee

Available Positions

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Essential Qualifications

Candidates should possess any one of the following qualifications:

• M.E./M.Tech. in Information Technology or Computer Science & Engineering; OR

• B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology, Mathematics and Computing, or equivalent disciplines; OR

• Five-year Integrated BS-MS in Mathematics and Computing or equivalent.

Additionally, candidates must have:

• Minimum CGPA of 8.0 (or 80% marks)

• Valid GATE qualification in Computer Science or UGC-NET qualification

Desirable Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates having:

• Experience in Cryptography

• Experience in Cybersecurity

• Strong programming background

Research Associate-I (RA-I)

Essential Qualifications

Candidates should possess:

• PhD in Computer Science and Engineering, Mathematics and Computing, or related disciplines

• Specialization in Cryptography or Security

Desirable Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates having:

• Publications in reputed and top-tier Cryptography and Security venues

• Strong programming expertise

Fellowship and Benefits

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

• Fellowship: INR 37,000 per month + HRA

Research Associate-I (RA-I)

• Fellowship: INR 58,000 per month + HRA

The selected candidates will have the opportunity to work in a premier research environment at IIT Roorkee and contribute to nationally significant research in cybersecurity and cryptographic systems.

Research Areas

The project offers opportunities to work in the following domains:

• Applied Cryptography

• Cybersecurity

• Hash Functions and Cryptographic Protocols

• Security Analysis of NIST Proposals

• Galois Field Mathematics

• Secure System Design

• Algorithm Development and Programming

Roles and Responsibilities

The selected candidates will be expected to:

• Conduct advanced research in cryptography and cybersecurity

• Analyze NIST Accordion mode proposals and their security implications

• Design and evaluate cryptographic algorithms and protocols

• Develop mathematical models involving Galois fields

• Prepare technical reports and research publications

• Collaborate with the research team and contribute to project deliverables

Why Apply?

This project provides an excellent opportunity to:

• Work under the guidance of experienced faculty at IIT Roorkee

• Gain exposure to advanced research in cryptography and cybersecurity

• Contribute to high-impact research with potential publications in top-tier venues

• Build expertise in theoretical and applied aspects of modern cryptographic systems

• Work on problems of national and international significance in information security

Application Process

Interested and eligible candidates are advised to visit the official IIT Roorkee website for detailed application instructions and submission guidelines.

Applicants should ensure that they meet all eligibility requirements and submit the required documents within the prescribed timeline mentioned in the official advertisement.