IIT BHU JRF Metallurgy Recruitment 2026

IIT BHU JRF Metallurgy Recruitment 2026: Overview

Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi (IIT BHU) is recruiting a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in its Department of Metallurgical Engineering. The fellowship supports the SRTMI-sponsored project “Molten metal electrolysis—an alternate route of steelmaking”, under Dr. Randhir Singh. You would join a research project focused on an alternative steelmaking route, with your appointment tied to that project’s continuation. The notice makes the temporary, project-linked nature of the engagement clear.

Service Conditions and Caveats

• Initial appointment: The first appointment lasts for one year or until the project ends, whichever comes earlier. The project’s longer sanctioned duration does not make the full period an unconditional appointment.
• Extension: Continued engagement depends on your performance and can run only within the project’s duration. You should plan for a review of your work before any extension.
• Project limit: The project is sanctioned until August 2028. The fellowship ends with the project, so its continuation depends on both the project timeline and the appointment terms.
• Research setting: The work is based in the Metallurgical Engineering department at Varanasi. The advertisement names Dr. Randhir Singh, Associate Professor, as the contact for questions about this project appointment.
• Filling the position: The principal investigator may leave the position unfilled if no suitable applicant is found. Applying therefore does not create an assurance that an appointment will be made.
• Travel arrangements: No travelling or daily allowance is paid for attending the interview. If called to Varanasi, you will need to arrange the visit at your own expense.
• Joining: The selected person is expected to join immediately. Keep your availability in mind when considering the fellowship, especially if you have another commitment to finish.

Application Submission Notes

The application route is the Google Form linked in the official advertisement; opening it presents a Google sign-in screen. The email address in the notice is a contact for questions and does not replace that form.

For project queries, contact Dr. Randhir Singh at randhir.met@itbhu.ac.in. The department’s address is Department of Metallurgical Engineering, IIT BHU, Varanasi-221005; this is the named research contact location, while applications use the advertised form.

• Support experiments on molten metal electrolysis for steelmaking research.
• Prepare materials and experimental setups for project studies.
• Record operating conditions, observations and research results.
• Assist with microstructural characterisation and interpretation of findings.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures during high-temperature experiments.
• Help prepare research reports and manuscript material for the project team.