There are several notification announcements for recruitment of Junior Research Fellows (JRF) – 2026 in different academic departments at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee. The positions are on a project basis and will be filled by walk-in interviews or called for interview based on submitted application shortlisting starting from January 2026.
Important Dates for IIT Roorkee Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026
The candidates are advised to follow the below given timeline :
| Department | Application Deadline | Interview Date & Time |
|---|---|---|
| WRD&M | Walk-in (No deadline) | January 20, 2026 – 11:00 AM |
| Mechanical & Industrial Engineering | January 20, 2026 | January 27, 2026 – 6:00 PM |
| Hydrology | January 20, 2026 | January 22, 2026 – 3:00 PM |
| Computer Science & Engineering | January 1, 2026 | January 10, 2026 (Online) |
| Civil Engineering | January 3, 2026 | January 6, 2026 |
Application Process for IIT Roorkee Recruitment 2026
- The candidates are supposed to verify the requirements in each department.
- In walk-in positions, report to the location of your interview with your documents.
- For email-based applications, one should submit the application to the corresponding PI before the deadline.
- Carry original copies of certificates, resume, scorecard, and also ID proof when appearing for an interview.
Eligibility Criteria for IIT Roorkee Recruitment 2026
The candidates should qualify the given criteria :
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Postgraduate degree (M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc) in relevant discipline |
| Essential Qualification | Valid GATE score (mandatory for most projects) |
| Experience | As per project requirement (fresh PG candidates may apply) |
Selection Process for IIT Roorkee Junior Research
- Shortlisting for candidates will be done based on eligibility and performance.
- Selection can be done in a direct walk-in interview and/or scheduled interview.
- In some departments, there is an application requirement through emails to the Project Investigator prior to campus interviews.
- The final selection will be made through the performance in the interview and project appropriateness.
Key Points to Note
- All JRF roles above are purely project-based and temporary.
- The environments for conduct of interviews normally consist of the departmental committee rooms in IIT Roorkee
- The type of interview may be offline or online, depending on the department.
- TA/DA facilities for attending interviews will not be provided unless mentioned separately.
Important Links – IIT Roorkee JRF Recruitment 2026
| Official Website | https://iitr.ac.in/Institute/About%20the%20Institute/index.html |
| Career | Click Here |
| Walk-in Notification | Click Here |
| Other Recruitments | Click Here |
| Contact | Click Here |
FAQs – IIT Roorkee JRF Recruitment 2026
Indeed, a valid score on the GATE Examination is a prerequisite for most jobs as a JRF.
The value of the fellowship is Rs.37,000 per month.
No, all JRF positions are temporary.
This will largely depend on the project announcement and PI discretion.
No application fee is required.
Interviews are usually held at the respective department at IIT Roorkee.
Yes, some departments are doing online interviews.
Yes, if the criteria are met in each project.
HRA is applicable as per projects and institute norms.
On the IIT Roorkee Project Jobs/Recruitment Portal.
