The Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur has opened applications for its Post-Doctoral Fellowship programme for the Autumn 2026–27 intake, providing an opportunity for researchers with a PhD to continue advanced academic and research work at the institute.
According to IIT Jodhpur, the fellowship is being offered through the Department of Economics in broad research areas including Digital Economy and Computational Economics; Energy, Environment and Global Economy; and Innovation, Culture and Development Economics. Indian and international applicants are eligible to apply.
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Institute: Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur
Fellowship: Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Autumn 2026–27 Monthly Fellowship: ₹80,000
Research Grant: ₹50,000 per year
Duration: Extendable up to three years, subject to applicable conditions
Eligibility: Indian and international applicants, subject to the programme's requirements Last Date: September 30, 2026
The fellowship carries a monthly payment of ₹80,000 and an annual research grant of ₹50,000. The position can be extended for up to three years, subject to the applicable conditions and assessment process.
The wider IIT Jodhpur post-doctoral programme also covers research opportunities across multiple departments and schools. Current reporting on the September 30 intake lists areas including Aerospace Engineering, Chemistry, Economics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Design and Liberal Arts, among others.
Candidates applying for the fellowship are required to submit their academic and research information through the institute's online application process. Applicants should carefully check the requirements applicable to their specific department or research area before submitting the form.
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Why This Matters
The fellowship offers PhD holders a structured opportunity to continue research at one of India's IITs while receiving financial support for their academic work. The September 30 deadline also makes this a time-sensitive opportunity for eligible researchers who are considering post-doctoral positions for the 2026–27 academic cycle.
With the application deadline falling on September 30, eligible researchers have limited time to complete the process and submit the required documents.
