JRF Recruitment 2026 at IIT Roorkee – ANRF Sponsored Robotics Project

JRF Recruitment 2026 at IIT Roorkee – ANRF Sponsored Robotics Project

The Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) invites applications from eligible Indian nationals for 01 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under an ANRF-sponsored research project focused on the development of a reconfigurable cable-driven parallel robot for house construction.

Position Overview

Project Title

“Development of a Reconfigurable Cable-Driven Parallel Robot for House Construction”

The selected JRF will contribute to research and development activities related to robotics, mechanical systems, automation and cable-driven parallel robotic systems for construction applications.

Essential Qualifications

Candidates should possess:

• B.Tech. / M.Tech., as applicable under the prescribed eligibility requirements.

• A Master’s Degree in Engineering / Technology in relevant disciplines such as:

  • Electrical Engineering

  • Electronics Engineering

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Related areas

• Candidates should have First Class in both UG and PG programmes.

• Candidates should be GATE / NET qualified for the JRF position.

Alternative Eligibility

Candidates who have completed their Master’s Degree in Engineering from a Centrally Funded Institute and secured admission through a national-level examination may also be considered as per the conditions mentioned in the advertisement.

Desirable Qualifications

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• Academic or research experience in Robotics.

• Mechanical system design and automation experience.

• Knowledge of control systems and mechatronics.

• Research exposure related to cable-driven robots or parallel robotic systems.

• Strong technical and research aptitude.

• Relevant project or laboratory experience.

Key Responsibilities

The selected JRF will primarily be involved in:

• Carrying out research activities under the sponsored project.

• Supporting design and development of the proposed robotic system.

• Conducting experiments and technical analysis.

• Assisting with research documentation and project reporting.

• Contributing to research publications and other project outputs.

• Performing other research-related responsibilities assigned by the Principal Investigator.

PhD Opportunity

The selected JRF may get an opportunity for Ph.D. admission at IIT Roorkee, subject to fulfilling the Institute’s applicable admission requirements.

📨 How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should submit their application to the Principal Investigator along with the required supporting documents.

Candidates should submit:

• Application on plain paper

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Chronological details of academic degrees / certificates

• Research and industrial experience details

• Self-attested copies of degree certificates

• Self-attested copies of experience certificates

• Other relevant supporting documents

Send Application To

Prof. Pushparaj Mani Pathak
Principal Investigator
Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee

Email: pushparaj.pathak@me.iitr.ac.in

Email Subject: “Application for the post of JRF”

Last Date: 15 September 2026 by 5:00 PM

Selection Guidelines

• Candidates should ensure that they satisfy the prescribed eligibility criteria before applying.

• Original degree and experience certificates must be produced at the time of interview for verification.

• Preference may be given to SC/ST candidates in case of equal qualifications and experience.

• No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

• Selection will be subject to IIT Roorkee and project-specific norms.

Important Dates

About IIT Roorkee

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) is an Institute of National Importance and one of India’s leading institutions for engineering, science and technology education and research. The Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering undertakes advanced research across robotics, manufacturing, mechanical systems, automation and allied technologies.

Official Website: https://www.iitr.ac.in/

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