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CSIR-NAL JRF recruitment 2026: thin films, Advt. 14/2026
Open until 16 October 2026 (offline, by post)
CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories, Bengaluru, is recruiting one Junior Research Fellow under a BRNS-funded project on sputtered thin films and high-temperature steam oxidation. The fellowship runs for three years: two years as JRF and the third as SRF, subject to performance.
| Post | Junior Research Fellow (1 post) |
|---|---|
| Qualification | First-class M.Sc. in Physics, Materials Science or Chemistry with CSIR-UGC NET (Lectureship also eligible) or a valid GATE score |
| Desirable experience | Thin films, sputtering and oxidation studies |
| Stipend | ₹37,000 per month + HRA |
| Age limit | 28 years on the last date (SC/ST +5 years, OBC +3 years) |
| Last date | 16 October 2026 (the attached form says 18 October; apply by the 16th) |
| Send application to | The Sr. Controller of Administration, National Aerospace Laboratories, P.B. No. 1779, HAL Airport Road, Kodihalli, Bengaluru 560017. Superscribe the envelope "Application for the post of JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW / SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOW, Advt. No. 14/2026" |
| Official notice | Advertisement and application form (PDF) |
How selection works
A screening committee shortlists applications from the offline form. Shortlisted candidates are called for interview by email; the date also appears on the NAL website. No travel allowance is paid.
Documents to enclose
Filled application form with a recent photograph, copies of Class 10 (proof of date of birth), Class 12, degree and postgraduate certificates with all mark sheets, caste certificate if applicable, and experience certificates.