IIT Indore JRF Recruitment 2026 | ANRF-PMECRG Funded Project | EEG, AI & Cognitive Neuroscience Research

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore has released an official notification inviting applications from motivated and eligible candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a prestigious Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant (PMECRG) funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF).

The project focuses on understanding the relationship between cognitive load, distraction, meditation-induced resilience, and brain activity using EEG signals, machine learning, and deep learning techniques.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates interested in Artificial Intelligence, Signal Processing, Biomedical Engineering, Cognitive Neuroscience, EEG Analysis, Machine Learning, and Human Behavior Research.

About IIT Indore

Indian Institute of Technology Indore is one of India's premier Institutes of National Importance established by the Government of India. The institute is recognized for its excellence in engineering education, scientific research, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaborations.

IIT Indore provides world-class research facilities and encourages students and researchers to work on cutting-edge technologies and emerging scientific challenges.

Project Details

Project Title

Distracted Brains: EEG-Based Investigation of Cognitive Load, Distraction, and Meditation-Induced Resilience in Young Adults

Funding Agency

Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)

Grant Scheme

Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant (PMECRG)

Department

Electrical Engineering

Position

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Number of Vacancies

01

Recruitment Overview

Fellowship / Salary

Monthly Fellowship

💰 ₹37,000 per month + HRA

HRA will be provided if institute accommodation is not available or not availed by the candidate.

Essential Qualification

Candidates should possess:

Educational Qualification

• Minimum First Class Bachelor's Degree in:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronics Engineering
  • Computer Science and Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Related Disciplines

Additional Requirement

Candidates must satisfy the eligibility criteria for JRF positions as per IIT Indore and ANRF norms.

Desirable Qualification

Preference will be given to candidates having:

• Experience working with EEG data
• EEG Signal Processing Knowledge
• Machine Learning Experience
• Deep Learning Experience
• Cognitive Neuroscience Exposure
• Biomedical Signal Analysis
• Experimental Research Experience

Additional Advantage

Candidates with hands-on experience in:

• EEG Recording
• EEG Data Acquisition
• Deep Learning Models
• Artificial Intelligence Applications
• Neurophysiological Data Analysis

will be preferred.

Job Responsibilities

The selected JRF will work on interdisciplinary research involving:

EEG and Cognitive Research

• Investigating neural correlates of cognitive load
• Studying distraction mechanisms
• Understanding meditation-induced resilience

Experimental Work

• Designing and conducting behavioral experiments
• EEG recording and data collection
• Participant recruitment and management

Signal Processing and AI

• EEG signal preprocessing
• Signal analysis and feature extraction
• Statistical modeling
• Machine Learning model development
• Deep Learning model development

Research Activities

• Scientific reporting
• Publication preparation
• Research dissemination
• Data interpretation and documentation

Appointment Duration

Initial Appointment

• 12 Months

Extension

The appointment may be extended based on:

• Performance of the candidate
• Project requirements
• Availability of funding

Ph.D. Opportunity

Selected candidates will be encouraged to register for the Ph.D. Program at IIT Indore as per institute rules.

If admitted to the Ph.D. program, the fellowship may continue as per applicable institute norms.

Age Limit

Maximum Age: 35 Years

(as per the advertisement)

Selection Process

The selection process will include:

1. Screening of Applications
2. Shortlisting
3. Online Interview
4. Final Selection

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the interview.

Interview Details

Mode

Online Interview

Tentative Interview Dates

📅 21–23 July 2026

Candidates will be informed separately regarding interview schedules.

How to Apply?

Interested candidates should submit their applications through the Google Form link provided in the official notification.

Important Instructions

• Complete all required information carefully.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Candidates should ensure eligibility before submission.

Technical Query Contact

📧 Ayush.tripathi@iiti.ac.in

Why Apply?

✅ Work on a prestigious ANRF-PMECRG funded project

✅ Fellowship of ₹37,000 + HRA per month

✅ Research in EEG, AI, and Cognitive Neuroscience

✅ Exposure to Machine Learning and Deep Learning applications

✅ Opportunity to publish research papers

✅ Potential pathway to Ph.D. at IIT Indore

✅ Work at one of India's leading IITs

Important Dates

Official Notification URL:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdcE1Bu1wMAxHlTgSbAarFx4ee8IjfO53sO-n6azLNy33EMxA/viewform

COSINE Lab:

https://ayushayt.github.io/COSINE/