About This Job

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur), Department of Electrical Engineering has announced 1 vacancies under Junior Research Fellow (JRF) — Electrical Engineering (Project: Developing Indigenous Gravity Energy Storage Technology) (P.Rect./R&D/2026/217). Candidates with B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering / M.Tech. in Electrical Engineering / Renewables / Power Systems, and GATE-qualified. Preferred: experience in research in power systems, electrical energy storage and relevant fields. can apply. The pay scale is Rs. 37,000 per month (consolidated) and the application fee is Not specified in notification. Interested candidates can check the official notification before 07 Nov 2026 through the official website.

IIT Kanpur invites applications for 1 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the Department of Electrical Engineering for the project "Developing Indigenous Gravity Energy Storage Technology". B.Tech/M.Tech in Electrical Engineering (or allied) with GATE qualification; consolidated salary Rs. 37,000/month; apply by email to sdharm@iitk.ac.in by 07 Nov 2026.

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) — Electrical Engineering (Project: Developing Indigenous Gravity Energy Storage Technology) - Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Eligibility

Salary / Pay Scale

🏆Selection Process — Step by Step

1. Shortlisting on the basis of essential qualification (B.Tech/M.Tech + GATE) and relevant research experience. Interview (online/offline mode). Applicants not meeting the minimum qualification and work experience will not be informed or called for the interview. If the interview is offline, no TA/DA will be paid.

Each stage is qualifying — you must clear one stage to reach the next. Final merit is prepared as per the rules in the official notification.

How to Apply

1. Send the application by email to sdharm@iitk.ac.in (Dr. Gururaj MV, Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Kanpur) on or before 07 Nov 2026. The post is purely temporary and on a contractual basis; duration one year with provision of renewal for subsequent years.

Important Links

📝Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Exact marks distribution, number of questions, negative marking and detailed syllabus are given in the official notification PDF — download it from Important Links above.

📄Documents Required

• Recent passport-size photograph — as per the size and format specified in the notification
• Scanned signature — clear signature on white paper, scanned as specified
• Educational certificates & mark sheets (B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering / M.Tech. in Electrical Engineering / Renewables / Power Systems, and GATE-qualified. Preferred: experience in research in power systems, electrical energy storage and relevant fields.) — proof of your qualification
• Valid photo ID proof — Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card / Driving Licence
• Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) — only if you are claiming age or fee relaxation
• Domicile / residence certificate — if the notification requires it
• Experience certificate — only if the post requires prior experience
• Disability certificate (PwD) — only if applicable

Keep scanned copies ready in the prescribed size and format before starting the online application. Mismatched or missing documents lead to rejection.

❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

🏆How to Check Result

1. Visit the official website: https://www.iitk.ac.in (link in Important Links above).
2. Look for the Results / Career section on the homepage.
3. Find the result link for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) — Electrical Engineering (Project: Developing Indigenous Gravity Energy Storage Technology).
4. Enter your roll number / registration number and date of birth.
5. Download and save the scorecard / merit list PDF for future reference.

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