Rojgar Studies

Applications are invited for a position of Junior Research Fellow under the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur for the project titled Developing Indigenous Gravity Energy Storage Technology with a consolidated salary of Rs. 37000/- per month. Eligible candidates can send their application via email to [email protected] by 07 November 2026.

IIT Kanpur Junior Research Fellow at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the age limit or the application fee.

About IIT Kanpur Junior Research Fellow

This recruitment is conducted by the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, located in Kanpur 208016. The appointment is made for the research project focused on developing indigenous gravity energy storage technology under the supervision of Dr. Gururaj MV.

Who Can Apply

Candidates must possess a B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering / M. Tech. in Electrical Engineering/Renewables/Power Systems and GATE-qualified candidates. Applicants with experience in research in the field of power systems, electrical energy storage and relevant fields are preferred.

Pay and Tenure

The selected Junior Research Fellow receives a consolidated salary of Rs. 37000/- per month. The appointment is purely temporary and is on contractual basis for a duration of one year with provision of renewal for subsequent years.

How to Apply for IIT Kanpur Junior Research Fellow

1. Prepare your application containing your detailed CV and qualification documents.
2. Send your application via email at [email protected].
3. Ensure the application reaches the email address on or before 07 November 2026.

Selection and Interview

Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualification and work experience will not be informed or called for the interview. The interview will be online/offline mode. If offline, No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

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