IIT Indore Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026

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Organization: Indian Institute of Technology Indore
Location: Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Post: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Department: Computer Science and Engineering

Applications for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) are open until 5 August 2026 under the AgriHub project at IIT Indore. You’ll need a Master’s degree in CSE, IT, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering with first division and valid GATE or UGC/CSIR-JRF (NET) qualification. The fellowship starts at Rs. 37,000 per month for the first two years, rising to Rs. 42,000 in the third year, plus HRA as per institute norms.

Important Dates

Application Deadline5 August 2026
Interview CallTo be announced
Selected Candidate IntimationBy email

Vacancy Details

Post NameVacancyEligibility
Junior Research Fellow1Master's in CSE/IT/Electronics/Electrical Engineering with first division AND GATE qualification; OR Bachelor's/5-year integrated degree with first division AND GATE qualification; OR Master's degree with first division AND UGC/CSIR-JRF (NET) qualification

Age Limit

Maximum Age32 years
OBC Relaxation3 years
SC/ST/Physically Handicapped/Female Relaxation5 years

Fellowship

First & Second YearRs. 37,000 per month
Third Year (upon upgradation)Rs. 42,000 per month
HRAAs per institute norms

Project Details

Project TitleAgentic Foundation-Model Platform for Precision Soil-Crop Intelligence and Farmer-Facing GenAI Advisories
Fellowship Duration1 year initially, extendable for 2 more years based on performance; may be extended for PhD duration if registered for PhD at IIT Indore
Job DescriptionDesign and develop an AI/ML-driven agentic foundation-model platform leveraging deep learning, multimodal data fusion, and generative AI to analyze soil-crop-environment data and generate intelligent farmer-facing advisory recommendations for precision agriculture

How to Apply

  1. Visit the application portal at the provided link
  2. Fill up the application form completely
  3. Submit a detailed CV along with the form
  4. Ensure submission before 5 August 2026
  5. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview
  6. Selected candidates will be intimated by email
  7. No TA/DA will be paid for interview attendance

Contact Information

Contact PersonDr. Soumi Chattopadhyay
Email[email protected]
DepartmentDepartment of CSE, Indian Institute of Technology Indore
Office Phone+917316603516

Frequently Asked Questions

Which organisation is conducting this?
Indian Institute of Technology Indore
What are the important dates?
Application Deadline: 5 August 2026. Interview Call: To be announced. Selected Candidate Intimation: By email.
What is the age limit?
Maximum Age: 32 years. OBC Relaxation: 3 years. SC/ST/Physically Handicapped/Female Relaxation: 5 years.

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