TIFR JRF / Project Associate-II Recruitment 2026

About This Job

TIFR Mumbai is hiring 1 Junior Research Fellow or Project Associate-II to work in the nanocatalysis group at the Department of Chemical Sciences. You need an M.Sc in Chemistry to apply. The last date to send your application by email is 28 May 2026. Stipend is Rs. 37,000 per month for JRF and Rs. 33,000 per month for Project Associate-II, plus HRA.

TIFR Junior Research Fellow / Project Associate-II Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), an autonomous institution under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has released Advertisement No. 2026/9 for one position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) or Project Associate-II in the nanocatalysis group led by Prof. Vivek Polshettiwar at the Department of Chemical Sciences (DCS), TIFR Mumbai. The position is funded by an ANRF sponsored project. The selected candidate will work on synthesis, characterization, and catalytic applications of advanced nanomaterials.

Who Can Apply?

For Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

• Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry
• Entrance Test: You must have qualified GATE / NET / JEST or the TIFR written entrance test

For Project Associate-II

• Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry
• Experience: You must have 2 years of research experience in academia or industry

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 28 years as on the closing date of application (28 May 2026)

Salary

• JRF: Rs. 37,000 per month + HRA (as admissible)
• Project Associate-II: Rs. 33,000 per month + HRA (as admissible)

Selection Process

Selection is merit-based with no separate written exam for this advertisement. The shortlisting is done on the basis of qualifications, prior research experience, and the entrance test scores you already hold (GATE/NET/JEST/TIFR test).

1. Application Screening: Your email application is screened on academic record and entrance test qualification.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for interview by the nanocatalysis group at TIFR Mumbai.

Job Requirement

You will work on the ANRF sponsored project under Prof. Vivek Polshettiwar and contribute to the Nanocatalysis Research Program. The work involves:

• Synthesis of advanced nanomaterials
• Characterization using advanced structural techniques
• Catalytic studies of newly designed nanocatalysts
• Analysing structure-property relationships of nanocatalysts

Nature & Period of Post

• The appointment is temporary, initially for 1 year
• It can be extended up to a maximum of 3 years based on your performance
• Selected candidates are not eligible for Ph.D. registration at TIFR during the project tenure
• The position is purely project-based and co-terminus with the project — it does not give any claim to a permanent post at TIFR

How to Apply

1. Prepare your application in the format given in the notification — Name, Date of Birth, Present Affiliation and Occupation, Address for Correspondence with Mobile No., Email ID, Educational Qualification (S.S.C., H.S.C., B.Sc., M.Sc. — with marks and university), Research Experience, and Names plus contact details of three referees (with email and telephone number).
2. Send your application by email to polshettiwar@gmail.com
3. Reach the email before 28 May 2026 — applications received after the last date will not be considered

Important Dates

• Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 28 May 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced (shortlisted candidates will be informed)

• Synthesise novel nanocatalysts for the ANRF sponsored project
• Characterise advanced nanomaterials using modern analytical techniques
• Perform catalytic studies on the newly designed nanocatalysts
• Analyse structure-property relationships of nanomaterials
• Maintain detailed laboratory records of synthesis and characterisation work
• Present research progress regularly to Prof. Vivek Polshettiwar and the group
• Prepare research data for publication in peer-reviewed journals