IIT Jodhpur Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for JRF, Project Assistant & Other Posts

Updated on Aug 9, 2026 08:42 IST

By Deepak, Sr. Content Writer

Department :

IIT Jodhpur invites applications for JRF, Junior Counselor, Project Assistant, Post-Doctoral Research Fellow, and Project Associate-I positions. Total 6 vacancies. Apply online by August 13, 2026.

Highlights

End Date

13 Aug 2026

Exam Mode

Online

Salary

Up to Rs. 65,000 per month

IIT Jodhpur Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for JRF, Project Assistant & Other Posts

Qualifications

B. Tech
B.Tech
M.Tech
M.Tech-CS
MCA
M.Sc-CS
M.A.
M.Sc.
Ph.D

Designation

Patwari
Agricultural Supervisor
Librarian
Assistant Professor
Consultant
Scientist
Research Assistant

IIT Jodhpur Recruitment 2026: Overview

The Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur (IIT Jodhpur) has released a recruitment notification for various temporary project positions. This drive aims to fill 6 vacancies across different disciplines, offering a great opportunity for candidates with qualifications ranging from B.Tech to Ph.D. The application process is entirely online, and the last date to apply is August 13, 2026.

Organization	Post Name	Total Vacancies	Last Date	Official Website
Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur (IIT Jodhpur)	JRF, Junior Counselor, Project Assistant, Post-Doctoral Research Fellow, Project Associate-I	6	13-08-2026 (11:55 PM)	erponline.iitj.ac.in

Why Apply for IIT Jodhpur Recruitment 2026?

Job Security: While these are temporary project positions, they offer a clear tenure with possibilities for extension.
Attractive Pay Scale: Candidates can expect a consolidated salary of up to Rs. 65,000 per month, adhering to 7th CPC norms for project staff.
Career Growth: The role provides an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge sponsored research projects under renowned Principal Investigators, fostering professional development.
Location: The positions are based at the premier IIT Jodhpur campus in Rajasthan, offering a stimulating academic and research environment.

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown

IIT Jodhpur has announced vacancies for the following posts:

Post Designation	Vacancy Count	Salary (INR per month)
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – Chemistry	1	Up to Rs. 37,000
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – Bioscience	1	Up to Rs. 37,000
Junior Counselor	1	Up to Rs. 60,000
Project Assistant	1	Up to Rs. 38,000
Post-Doctoral Research Fellow	1	Up to Rs. 65,000
Project Associate-I	1	Rs. 37,000 + HRA (if NET/GATE qualified) or Rs. 30,000 + HRA

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualification

Post	Qualification
JRF (Chemistry)	Postgraduate degree in Chemistry + CSIR-UGC NET/GATE or equivalent national exam
JRF (Bioscience)	First class Master's in Life Sciences OR B.Tech/Medicine + UGC-NET JRF/GATE
Junior Counselor	M.A. in Psychology + Graduation in Psychology with 55% marks + 1 year experience
Project Assistant	B.Tech (Mechanical/Aerospace) with 60% marks or GATE
Post-Doctoral Research Fellow	Ph.D. in Synthetic Organic Chemistry + two SCI publications
Project Associate-I	B.Tech/M.Tech/MCA/M.Sc in CS/IT/AI/DS

Age Limit

Post	Maximum Age
JRF (Chemistry)	27 years
JRF (Bioscience)	32 years
Junior Counselor	35 years
Project Assistant	40 years
Post-Doctoral Research Fellow	32 years
Project Associate-I	35 years

Age relaxation is applicable as per Central Government rules for reserved categories.

Application Fee

The application fee details are not specified in the notification. Candidates are advised to check the official portal for any updates regarding application fees.

Selection Process

The selection process is not explicitly detailed in the provided notification. Candidates are recommended to refer to the individual post notifications on the official portal for specific details regarding shortlisting procedures and interview rounds.

Salary Details

The consolidated salary for the positions varies as per the designation:

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – Chemistry & Bioscience: Up to Rs. 37,000 per month
Junior Counselor: Up to Rs. 60,000 per month
Project Assistant: Up to Rs. 38,000 per month
Post-Doctoral Research Fellow: Up to Rs. 65,000 per month
Project Associate-I: Rs. 37,000 + HRA (if NET/GATE qualified) or Rs. 30,000 + HRA

How to Apply

Candidates interested in applying for the IIT Jodhpur Recruitment 2026 must follow these steps:

Visit the official R&D portal of IIT Jodhpur: erponline.iitj.ac.in
Navigate to the 'Current Advertisements' section and select the desired post.
Carefully read the project details and eligibility criteria for the chosen post.
Click on the 'Apply Now' button and complete the online application form with accurate information.
Upload all the required documents, including your caste certificate if you are applying for age relaxation.
Submit the application before the deadline: August 13, 2026, by 11:55 PM .