Indian Institute of Information Technology Vadodara (IIIT Vadodara) Junior Research Fellow Recruitment

Gandhinagar (Gujarat)
Apply By: 04 May 2026

Job Description

Indian Institute of Information Technology Vadodara (IIIT Vadodara) is inviting applications from eligible candidates for 1 post of Junior Research Fellow on fixed-term basis under a research project. Applications will be accepted up to 2026-05-04.

This study explores using advanced satellite radar data to identify different types of crops and monitor their growth. It uses artificial intelligence to combine information from L and S band sensors to see through clouds and darkness. The goal is to provide accurate agricultural data for better food security and farming plans in India. This research is funded by the Space Applications Centre (ISRO).

Indian Institute of Information Technology Vadodara (IIIT Vadodara) Junior Research Fellow Recruitment Overview
End Date
04 May 2026
Salary
Rs. 37,000 + 9% HRA = Rs. 40,330/- per month
Vacancies
1
Eligibility
  • M.E/M.Tech./M.Sc. in CS/IT/AI/ECE/EE or in any other related field with minimum 60% or 6.5 CPI on scale of 10.
  • Those appearing for M.Tech/M.E last semester may also apply (proof of M.Tech/M.E certificate up to 3rd semester to be provided during interview).
  • Desirable: Image Processing, Data Fusion, Matlab, QGIS, Sensor Data Processing and Analytics; experience of coding using Python language and working knowledge of GIS.

Vacancy Details

Junior Research Fellow1

How to Apply

Applicants are required to send a single PDF file containing the completed application form in the prescribed format, a recent CV, and self‑attested copies of all supporting documents. This consolidated file should be forwarded via email to Prof. Jignesh Shashikant Bhatt at jignesh.bhatt@iiitvadodara.ac.in. The subject line of the email must clearly state: “Application for JRF under SAC (ISRO) funded project.” The last date for submission is 2026-05-04.

Application Fee

Nil (No fee is required to be paid)

Age Limit

Maximum 35 years as on 2026-05-04

Selection Process

Selection will be determined through interviews, which will be conducted after the preliminary shortlisting of candidates based on their academic qualifications.

Organization

Name: Indian Institute of Information Technology Vadodara (IIIT Vadodara)

Indian Institute of Information Technology Vadodara (IIIT Vadodara) is inviting applications from eligible candidates for 1 post of Junior Research Fellow on fixed-term basis under a research project. Applications will be accepted up to 2026-05-04.

This study explores using advanced satellite radar data to identify different types of crops and monitor their growth. It uses artificial intelligence to combine information from L and S band sensors to see through clouds and darkness. The goal is to provide accurate agricultural data for better food security and farming plans in India. This research is funded by the Space Applications Centre (ISRO).

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