Rojgar Studies

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad has one Junior Research Fellow position open on a project that uses fiber optic geophones to detect microseismic waves in coal mines. The fellowship is Rs. 37,000/- plus HRA (as applicable) per month. Candidates need a qualifying postgraduate degree and must have qualified GATE or CSIR-UGC NET. Applications are made through an online form.

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 Overview

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad is the institute issuing this advertisement through its Office of the Dean (Research & Development). The position falls under a project sponsored by TexMin Foundation (TIH) under DST, Government of India. The Principal Investigator is Dr. Amitesh Kumar, Associate Professor in the Department of Electronics Engineering.

Project and Job Description

The project is titled “Microseismic Wave Detection in Coal Mines Using Fiber Optic Geophones for Artificial Intelligence-Based Structural Health Monitoring”. It focuses on developing fiber optic geophones that detect microseismic waves for AI-based structural health monitoring.

The work involves:

• Designing the optical geophone in related software
• Collecting data
• Developing AI/ML algorithms for signal processing and model development

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Junior Research Fellow Vacancy Details 2026

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Junior Research Fellow Eligibility 2026

Age Limit

Age and any relaxation are as per the norms of the Govt. of India.

Essential Qualification

Candidates need one of the following:

• M. Tech. / M.E. / M.S. in Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering, Optical or Opto-Electronics
• M. Sc or M. Sc. Tech. in Physics / Electronics or an equivalent degree, with a minimum of first class or above from the reputed Institute

In addition, candidates must have qualified the GATE/CSIR-UGC NET examination.

Desirable Qualification

Experience in COMSOL, Machine learning and programming (Python/MATLAB) in the relevant field.

See the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility for this post.

Important Dates

Selection Process

1. Candidates are shortlisted on merit and as per the requirement of the project.
2. Shortlisted candidates attend an interview, which will be in online/offline mode.

Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date. Having the minimum qualification does not guarantee an invitation to the interview.

Service Conditions

• The tenure is 12 months, or until the completion of the project, whichever comes earlier.
• The position may be converted into a regular JRF of the institute at any point, subject to the IIT(ISM) rule.

How to Apply for IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

1. Open the online application form.
2. Complete and submit the form before the deadline.

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