INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY KANPUR (IIT KANPUR)
(An Institute of National Importance under Ministry of Education, Govt. of India)
Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering (BSBE) | Office of R&D
Kalyanpur, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh – 208016, India
Official Circular Ref No: BSBE/JRF/26-10-26
RECRUITMENT FOR JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW (JRF) POSITION
IIT Kanpur BSBE JRF Recruitment 2026: Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering (BSBE) at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur), a premier Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has released an official notification for filling up the temporary position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in a sponsored research project under the Office of Dean of Research and Development (DoRD). Candidates holding a Master's degree (M.Sc. / M.Tech) or B.E. / B.Tech in Biotechnology, Biological Sciences, Life Sciences, Bioengineering, or allied disciplines with a valid CSIR-UGC NET or GATE score are eligible to apply through email before the closing deadline.
| Institute Name | Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) |
| Department / Unit | Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering (BSBE) |
| Admin Control | Office of Research & Development (DoRD), IIT Kanpur |
| Name of Post | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Nature of Job | Purely Temporary / Project Contractual Basis |
| Monthly Remuneration | Rs. 31,000/- to Rs. 37,000/- Per Month + HRA (as per DST/IITK norms) |
| Job Location | IIT Kanpur Campus, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Email Application to Principal Investigator (PI) |
| Official Website | iitk.ac.in / iitk.ac.in/dord |
A. Essential Educational Qualification:
- M.Sc. in Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Life Sciences / Microbiology / Bioinformatics / Chemistry OR B.E. / B.Tech / M.Tech in Bioengineering / Biotechnology / Biomedical Engineering from a recognized University or Institute with first class marks.
- Must have qualified CSIR-UGC NET (JRF or LS) / GATE / ICMR-JRF / DBT-BET or equivalent national level examination.
B. Desirable Skills:
- Prior hands-on laboratory experience in molecular biology, cell culture, protein purification, gene editing, or structural biology techniques.
C. Age Limit & Relaxations:
- Upper age limit is up to 28 Years for JRF (Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwBD candidates as per Government of India norms).
Selection Procedure:
- Screening of applications based on academic record, GATE/NET score, and relevant research experience.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an Online / In-person Interview conducted by the Departmental Selection Committee at IIT Kanpur.
How to Apply:
- Visit the official IIT Kanpur DoRD vacancy link given below.
- Prepare your detailed CV mentioning academic qualifications, GATE/NET score, contact details, and reference details.
- Email the application along with self-attested copies of mark sheets and certificates to the Principal Investigator (PI) email address as stated in the official circular.
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