IIT Tirupati JRF & SRF Recruitment 2026: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Tirupati has released an official recruitment notification inviting applications from eligible Indian nationals for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) & Senior Research Fellow (SRF) positions. These posts are purely temporary and are available under a DST (WTI) sponsored research project in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.
This recruitment is an excellent opportunity for candidates with postgraduate qualifications in environmental, chemical, and allied engineering or science disciplines who are interested in advanced research.
IIT Tirupati JRF & SRF Recruitment 2026 Overview
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Institute: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Tirupati
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Advertisement No.: Advt/IITT/CSRC/25-26/34
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Date of Notification: 28 January 2026
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Project Type: DST (WTI) Sponsored Research Project
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Nature of Post: Temporary (Project-based)
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Department: Civil and Environmental Engineering
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Job Location: IIT Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
IIT Tirupati JRF & SRF Recruitment 2026 Important Date
- Date of Notification: 28 January 2026
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Last Date to Apply: 12 February 2026
IIT Tirupati JRF & SRF Recruitment 2026 Project Details
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Project Title:
Centre of Excellence (CoE) proposal on Membrane Technologies for Desalination, Brine Management, and Water Recycling -
Sponsoring Agency:
Ministry of Science and Technology, Department of Science and Technology (DST) -
Principal Investigator:
Prof. Shihabudheen M. Maliyekkal
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, IIT Tirupati
IIT Tirupati JRF & SRF Recruitment 2026 Post Details & Vacancy
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
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| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 01 |
IIT Tirupati JRF & SRF Recruitment 2026 Essential Qualifications
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Candidates must possess:
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M.Tech or M.Sc in any of the following disciplines:
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Environmental Engineering
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Chemical Engineering
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Chemistry
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Nanotechnology
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Or equivalent discipline
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NET / GATE qualification is mandatory
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Minimum Marks:
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60% for General category
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50% for OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PwD candidates
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CGPA Relaxation:
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5.0 CGPA for OBC/EWS
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5.0 CGPA for SC/ST/PwD
IIT Tirupati JRF & SRF Recruitment 2026 Desired Experience (Preferred Skills)
Candidates with experience in the following areas will be given preference:
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Synthesis and characterization of nanoscale materials
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Electrochemical analysis
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Water and wastewater treatment
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Strong English communication skills
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Technical report writing
IIT Tirupati JRF & SRF Recruitment 2026 Salary / Fellowship Amount
| Post | Monthly Fellowship |
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| JRF | ₹37,000 + HRA |
| SRF | ₹42,000 + HRA |
Fellowship will be paid as per DST norms.
IIT Tirupati JRF & SRF Recruitment 2026 Tenure of Appointment
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Initial Tenure: 1 Year
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Extension: Extendable by another 1 year based on satisfactory performance
IIT Tirupati JRF & SRF Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
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Maximum Age: 28 Years
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Age Relaxation:
Age may be relaxed for exceptional candidates as per institute norms.
IIT Tirupati JRF & SRF Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
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Shortlisting will be based on qualifications and experience
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Interview Mode: In-person interview at IIT Tirupati
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Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email only
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No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview
How to Apply for IIT Tirupati JRF & SRF Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must apply online through the Google Form link and also ensure proper documentation.
Application Steps:
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Prepare a detailed CV (maximum 2 pages)
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Attach scanned copies of:
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Educational certificates
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Marksheets (from Class X onwards)
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Experience certificates (if any)
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Submit the application through the official link:
Application Link: https://forms.gle/Ehk9wkbVed5p8RecA
Notification PDF: Click Here
Official Website: Click Here
IIT Tirupati JRF & SRF Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
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Incomplete applications will be rejected
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Candidates must ensure accuracy in the information provided
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IIT Tirupati reserves the right to:
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Discontinue the position with one month’s notice if performance is unsatisfactory
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Modify or cancel the recruitment process without prior notice
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IIT Tirupati JRF & SRF Recruitment 2026 Contact Details
For queries related to this recruitment, candidates may contact:
Email: csrc_recruitment@iittp.ac.in
The IIT Tirupati JRF & SRF Recruitment 2026 offers a valuable opportunity for postgraduate candidates aspiring to build a career in research and advanced membrane technologies related to water treatment and desalination. With competitive fellowship amounts, exposure to cutting-edge research, and association with a prestigious IIT, this position is ideal for motivated research scholars.Interested candidates are advised to apply on or before 12 February 2026 and ensure all required documents are submitted correctly.
