IIITDM Kancheepuram Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2025. Last Date to Apply Online: 05.01.2026

Indian Institute of Information Technology, 

Design and Manufacturing (IIITDM)

Chennai – 600127

    Indian Institute of Information Technology, Design and Manufacturing (IIITDM), Kancheepuram, an Institute of National Importance, has released an official notification for the recruitment of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / PhD Scholar for a sponsored research project funded by NLC India Limited. Eligible candidates are invited to apply online before the last date.

🔹 Job Highlights

• Post Name: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / PhD Scholar
• Organization: IIITDM Kancheepuram, Chennai
• Department: Mechanical Engineering
• Funding Agency: NLC India Limited
• No. of Vacancies: 1
• Stipend: ₹37,000 + 30% HRA per month
• Job Location: Chennai – 600127
• Last Date to Apply: 05.01.2026

🧑‍🔬 Job Details

• Nature of Work: Full-time research involving design and development of AI and Vision Integrated Autonomous Mobile Robotic System
• Duration: Initially for 1 year, extendable by another 1 year
• Nature of Post: Purely contractual

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

• M.E. / M.Tech from a reputed university with specialization in:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechatronics
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • Computer Vision
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Data Science
• Minimum Marks: 70% or 7 CGPA in both UG and PG

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience in robotics system integration, embedded systems, or autonomous navigation
• Familiarity with sensor integration and microcontrollers (Arduino, Raspberry Pi)
• Programming knowledge in Python, C/C++
• Experience in mechanical fabrication and electromechanical system maintenance
• Knowledge of ROS / ROS2, CAD tools such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD

Age Limit: 35 years as on the last date of application
(Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India norms)

💰 Salary / Stipend

• ₹37,000 per month
• 30% HRA (if institute accommodation is not provided)

📅 Important Dates

• Notification Date: 16.12.2025
• Last Date to Apply Online: 05.01.2026

📝 Selection Process

• Written Test
• Interview

📮 How to Apply

• Interested candidates must submit the application online
• Online Application Link: https://forms.gle/yHB57H2gMSR8b8xS6
• Last date for online submission: 05.01.2026
• Candidates must bring the signed hard copy of the application at the time of interview

📄 Notification & Application Form Download

📥 Download Junior Research Fellow Application Form (PDF)

Note: Candidates must submit the application only in the prescribed format.

📍 Interview Details

• Candidates must attend the written test/interview in person
• Venue: IIITDM Kancheepuram, Chennai – 600127
• Original certificates must be produced for verification
• No TA/DA will be provided

🔔 Note: Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying.