Indian Institute of Information Technology Kalyani (IIIT Kalyani) has released advertisement number IIITK/Acad/Vis-PostDoc/2026/12 to fill 1 temporary Post Doctoral Fellow vacancy for a 1-year fellowship under its 2026 recruitment. Applicants must hold a Ph.D in ESDM or IT/ITES and meet the prescribed eligibility criteria. Eligible candidates can apply through an offline process by paying the fee via online transfer and sending the signed application form, research proposal, and necessary documents by post and email to The Registrar, Indian Institute of Information Technology Kalyani, IIIT/A-23, WARD NO.18, KALYANI, NADIA on or before 22 October 2026. The selection process involves fulfillment of prescribed eligibility criteria followed by a written test and/or interview on 28 October 2026, with the position offering Rs. 1,08,393 per month.
IIIT Kalyani Post Doctoral Fellow Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Information Technology Kalyani |
| Advertisement No. | IIITK/Acad/Vis-PostDoc/2026/12 |
| Post Name(s) | Post Doctoral Fellow |
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Pay | Rs. 1,08,393/- per month |
| Application Mode | Offline (and email) |
| Job Location | Kalyani, West Bengal |
| Official Website | www.iiitkalyani.ac.in |
IIIT Kalyani Post Doctoral Fellow Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 30/09/2026 |
| Last Date for Application (Email and Hard Copy) | 22.10.2026 |
| Date of Interview | 28.10.2026 |
IIIT Kalyani Post Doctoral Fellow Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
The institute has announced a total of 1 vacancy for the Post Doctoral Fellow position under the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme for Electronics and IT: Phase II.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Post Doctoral Fellow | 1 |
IIIT Kalyani Post Doctoral Fellow Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Applications are invited from eligible Indian Nationals.
IIIT Kalyani Post Doctoral Fellow Qualification
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Post Doctoral Fellow | Candidate with Ph.D degree with the research domain focusing Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) or IT/IT Enabled Services (IT/ITES). The applicant must have obtained a PhD degree from a recognized University with first class (in terms of grades, etc.) in all preceding levels and a good academic record throughout. The applicant should have completed PhD within the past 5 years on the last date of submission of application. Applicants should not have completed their PhD from IIIT Kalyani. |
Other Eligibility Conditions
- The candidate should have proven academic record, including peer-reviewed publications and recognitions.
- PDF applicants currently in regular employment will not be considered. Scientists or researchers with temporary positions in academia or research institutions would be considered, but they would be required to relinquish their current roles if selected for the fellowship.
- Preference would be given to PDF applicants who have active industry linkages and their research proposal is directed towards industry specific problems.
IIIT Kalyani Post Doctoral Fellow Age Limit
The upper age limit for the fellowship is 40 years on the date of submission of application.
IIIT Kalyani Post Doctoral Fellow Salary
| Post | Pay Level / Pay |
|---|---|
| Post Doctoral Fellow | Rs. 1,08,393/- per month (Fellowship), Research contingency of Rs. 1 Lakh per year, and travel support as per norms. |
It is a full-time, non-transferable, temporary position tenable in India only.
IIIT Kalyani Post Doctoral Fellow Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Others | Rs. 500/- |
| SC / ST / EWS | Rs. 300/- |
The application fee is non-refundable and should be paid before submitting the application form through online transfer in the bank account of IIIT Kalyani. The reference number of the bank transaction must be mentioned in the specified section of the application form.
IIIT Kalyani Post Doctoral Fellow Selection Process
Selection shall be made on the basis of fulfillment of the prescribed eligibility criteria and performance in the written test and/or interview.
How to Apply for IIIT Kalyani Post Doctoral Fellow
- Pay the non-refundable application fee through online transfer to the bank account of IIIT Kalyani (Account Name: Indian Institute of Information Technology, Kalyani, Bank Name: State Bank of India, Account No: 33984361509, IFSC Code: SBIN0006701, MICR Code: 700002332).
- Note the reference number of the bank transaction to include in the application form.
- Prepare the application form and ensure it is duly signed and completed in all respects.
- Prepare a research proposal with clear objectives, outcomes, and deliverables along with all necessary documents.
- Send the hard copy of the application form and documents by post to: The Registrar, Indian Institute of Information Technology Kalyani, IIIT/A-23, WARD NO.18, KALYANI, NADIA-741235 (ON KALYANI BARRACKPORE EXPRESSWAY). Superscribe the envelope with “Application for Visvesvaraya PDF-Advt. No IIITK/Acad/Vis-PostDoc/2026/12”.
- Ensure the hard copy reaches the address on or before 22.10.2026.
- Send the softcopy of the application and documents by email to [email protected] on or before 22.10.2026.
IIIT Kalyani Post Doctoral Fellow Important Instructions
- Mere fulfilment of eligibility criteria does not ensure an applicant’s right to join as PDF.
- The Institute reserves the right not to fill the position if no candidate is found suitable.
- The post is purely on a contractual and temporary basis.
- No TA/DA will be paid to attend the interview.
- Applicants currently in regular employment will not be considered. Temporary position holders in academia or research must relinquish their current roles if selected.
- Applicants who completed their PhD from IIIT Kalyani are not eligible.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the date of interview by e-mail.