CSIR-CGCRI JRF

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CSIR – Central Glass & Ceramic Research Institute (CGCRI), Kolkata, a premier national laboratory under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), invites applications from bonafide Indian citizens for the post of CSIR-CGCRI JRF for the August 2025 session of the Integrated Dual Degree Ph.D. Programme (M.Tech + Ph.D.) under the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR).
This opportunity is ideal for motivated engineering graduates with a valid GATE score, who aspire to pursue advanced research in cutting-edge materials science and allied disciplines.

CSIR-CGCRI JRF Vacancy Details

Category	Details
Organization	CSIR – Central Glass & Ceramic Research Institute (CSIR-CGCRI), Kolkata
Advertisement No.	73/2425/R&A/JRF-GATE
Post Code	73/2425/01
Position Name	Junior Research Fellow (JRF-GATE)
Total Vacancies	05 (UR – 03, SC – 01, OBC – 01) (PWD horizontal reservation applicable)
Programme	Integrated Dual Degree Ph.D. (M.Tech + Ph.D.) via AcSIR
Tenure	5 years
Stipend	₹37,000/- + HRA per month (As per CSIR-HRDG guidelines)
Age Limit	Maximum 28 years as on 26.04.2025 (Relaxation: SC/ST/PWD/Female – 5 years, OBC – 3 years)
Mode of Application	Email application (Soft copy only)
Last Date to Apply	26 April 2025
Email for Application	recruitment@cgcri.res.in
Website	www.cgcri.res.in

Important Notes

The fellowship is tenable only in CSIR laboratories and exclusively for Ph.D. registration under AcSIR.
There is no exit after M.Tech.; selected candidates must pursue Ph.D. as part of the integrated program.
Candidates awaiting results or submitting incomplete applications will be rejected.
NOC is mandatory for candidates already working on a project in CSIR or other institutes.

CSIR-CGCRI JRF Selection Process

Shortlisting based on eligibility and GATE performance.
Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted with date/time via email.

Application Process

Download and fill the prescribed application form (typed only).
Attach self-attested soft copies of all required certificates and documents.
Email the completed application to: recruitment@cgcri.res.in
Subject line should contain: Application for JRF-GATE – Advt. No. 73/2425

Important Links

Appliction form	Click here
Notifications	Click here
Official Website	Click here

FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions

Question	Answer
1. Can M.Tech holders apply?	No, candidates with M.Tech or eligible for SRF are not allowed to apply for JRF-GATE.
2. Is GATE mandatory for this post?	Yes, a valid GATE score in relevant discipline is compulsory.
3. Is this a regular job post?	No, this is a fellowship-based research position leading to an M.Tech + Ph.D. degree.
4. Will I be automatically enrolled in AcSIR after selection?	No, you must apply separately to AcSIR once you receive the JRF-GATE award letter from CSIR-HRDG.
5. Can final-year students or result-awaiting candidates apply?	No, such candidates are not eligible. Only those with final results and certificates may apply.
6. What is the stipend amount?	₹37,000 per month + HRA (as applicable).
7. Is this position open to PWD candidates?	Yes, PWD candidates are encouraged to apply. Horizontal reservation applies.
8. Will applications be accepted after the deadline?	No, applications received after 26 April 2025 will be rejected.

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