IIT Roorkee JRF Recruitment 2026 | ANRF Sponsored Research Project | Apply by July 1, 2026

About the Institution

The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) is one of India's oldest and most prestigious institutions of higher education. Established in 1847 as the Thomason College of Civil Engineering, it was granted IIT status in 2001 and has since emerged as a leading center for engineering, technology, science, management, and research. The institute is recognized globally for its academic excellence, cutting-edge research, innovation ecosystem, and strong industry collaborations.

The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) at IIT Roorkee is actively engaged in advanced research in semiconductor devices, communication systems, machine learning, signal processing, VLSI design, and emerging technologies. The department regularly undertakes sponsored research projects funded by national and international agencies.

About the Recruitment

The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, IIT Roorkee, invites applications from motivated and qualified candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under an Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) sponsored research project. This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in semiconductor device modeling, artificial intelligence, scientific machine learning, and advanced electronics research.

The appointment is purely temporary and project-based; however, the selected candidate will have the opportunity to work in a highly research-oriented environment under the guidance of experienced faculty members and researchers.

Project Details

The selected candidate will work on the research project titled:

"Physics Informed Neural Operators (PINO): A Scientific Machine Learning Approach for the Extremely Fast First-Principles Monte Carlo Analysis of Nanoscale FETs."

The project aims to develop advanced physics-informed machine learning frameworks capable of accurately modeling and simulating next-generation nanoscale semiconductor devices. The research combines semiconductor physics, computational modeling, and artificial intelligence to improve the speed and efficiency of transistor analysis.

The project is funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) and is led by Dr. Sourajeet Roy, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, IIT Roorkee.

Position Summary

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in:

• Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)
• Electrical Engineering (EE)
• Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)
• Or an equivalent relevant discipline

Applicants should have:

• CGPA above 7.0 on a 10-point scale, or
• More than 70% aggregate marks in the qualifying degree.

A valid GATE, UGC-NET, or CSIR-NET qualification is desirable.

Exemption from GATE/NET Requirement

Candidates who have completed their Bachelor's or Master's degree from IITs, NITs, or other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs) with a CGPA of 8.0 or above are exempted from the GATE/NET requirement.

Desired Technical Skills

Applicants with the following expertise will be preferred:

• Semiconductor device physics and nanoscale transistor technologies.
• Scientific machine learning and neural network development.
• Physics-informed neural networks and neural operators.
• TCAD and other Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools.
• SPICE-compatible compact modeling techniques.
• Programming proficiency in Python and MATLAB.
• Research experience in semiconductor simulation and modeling.

Research Areas Covered Under the Project

The project involves advanced research on:

• Physics-Informed Neural Operators (PINO)
• Scientific Machine Learning
• Monte Carlo Device Simulation
• Semiconductor Device Modeling
• FinFET Technology
• Nanosheet FETs
• Forksheet FETs
• Complementary FETs (CFETs)
• Artificial Intelligence for Electronic Device Design

PhD Opportunity

Based on performance and fulfillment of institute requirements, the selected candidate may be considered for admission to the PhD programme at IIT Roorkee. This offers an excellent opportunity for candidates aspiring to build a long-term career in research and academia.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should send their application through email to:

Email: sourajeet.roy@ece.iitr.ac.in

Subject Line: Application for Project Position

Applicants should submit:

• Application on plain paper.
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Academic qualifications and certificates.
• Experience certificates, if applicable.
• Supporting documents merged into a single PDF file.

Selection Process

Applications will be scrutinized based on eligibility and research suitability. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview. The date, time, and meeting link will be communicated directly to shortlisted applicants.

Candidates may be required to produce original certificates and supporting documents during the interview process or at the time of joining.

Important Dates

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work at one of India's premier IITs.
• Exposure to cutting-edge research in AI and semiconductor technologies.
• Attractive fellowship of ₹37,000 per month.
• Collaboration with experienced researchers and faculty members.
• Potential pathway to PhD admission at IIT Roorkee.
• Experience in an ANRF-funded national research project.

Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline and become part of a pioneering research initiative at IIT Roorkee.

Notification: https://iitr.ac.in/Careers/static/Project_Jobs/ECE/2026/adv14062026.pdf