| The IIT Bhubaneswar Recruitment cell Release applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a DST-funded project on “Geological CO₂ Storage in Basalt”. This role is ideal for Earth Sciences/Geology graduates with GATE/NET qualification to contribute to cutting-edge climate change mitigation research. |
IIT Bhubaneswar Recruitment Details
| Position | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
|---|---|
| Project Title | Geological CO₂ Storage in Basalt: Carbon Mineralization & Liquid Nitrogen Fracturing (RP473) |
| Sponsor | Dept. of Science & Technology (DST), Govt. of India |
| Department | School of Earth, Ocean & Climate Sciences |
| Principal Investigator | Dr. Bankim Chandra Mahanta |
| Essential Qualification | M.Sc. (60% or 6.5 CGPA) in Earth Sciences/Geology/Applied Geology OR B.Tech/B.E./M.Sc. with GATE/CSIR-UGC NET/JAM/JEST qualification OR M.Sc. from IIT/IISc (CGPA ≥8.0) |
| Mandatory Requirement | Chemistry in B.Sc. (Elective) |
| Experience | Fieldwork experience in geology (preferred) |
| Salary | Up to ₹37,000/month + 20% HRA |
| Age Limit | Max 28 Years |
| Job Location | IIT Bhubaneswar Campus |
| Tenure | Project-Based (Extendable annually) |
| Application Fee | NIL |
| How to Apply | Email CV to PI (Check Ref. No. IIT/SRIC/R/RP473/2025/101) |
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FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
1. What is the application deadline?
📅 Not specified – Apply ASAP (Check official notification for updates).
2. Is GATE/NET compulsory?
✅ Yes, except for IIT/IISc graduates (CGPA ≥8.0).
3. What is the monthly stipend?
💰 ₹37,000 + 20% HRA (≈₹44,400/month).
4. Can B.Tech candidates apply?
✔ Yes, if GATE-qualified with Chemistry in B.Sc.
5. Is age relaxation available?
⚠️ As per DST norms (SC/ST/OBC/PwD may check notification).
6. What is the project duration?
📅 Initially 1 year (extendable based on performance).
7. Is fieldwork mandatory?
🌍 Yes, candidates must be capable of independent geological fieldwork.
8. How to apply?
📧 Email CV to PI (Reference No.: IIT/SRIC/R/RP473/2025/101).
9. Are M.Sc Chemistry students eligible?
❌ No, unless they have Geology/Earth Sciences background.
10. Is there an application fee?
🚫 No, free application process.