Published: Jan 08 2026Author: Admin

Research Associate (Postdoc) Position in Gravitational Physics - IIT Gandhinagar

Invitation for applications for Research Associate I (Postdoc) in Theoretical Gravitational Physics under ANRF grant. Essential qualification: PhD in Physics (Gravitational Physics). Monthly Remuneration: Rs. 58,000 + HRA. Last Date: 28th January 2026.

Job Overview

Organization

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN)

Total Posts

1 Posts

Salary Range

58,000 INR monthly (+ HRA)

Qualification

Ph.D

Application Start Date

January 08, 2026

Last Date to Apply

January 28, 2026

Vacancy Details

Post Name Salary
Research Associate I (Postdoc) 58,000 INR monthly (+ HRA)

Eligibility Criteria

  1. 1Research Associate I (Postdoc) Qualification: PhD in Physics with a specialization in gravitational physics. Candidates who have submitted their dissertations are also eligible.
    Experience: Experience in theoretical gravitational physics preferred. Background in computational and numerical methods in general relativity and black hole physics desired.
    Skills: Good communication, writing skills, and working knowledge of Mathematica/Python (or other relevant programming languages) for mathematical calculations. Independent research capability preferred.
    Registration:
    Recognition:

Application Fee

Category Fee
GENERAL --
OC --
SC_ST_BC_EWS_PwD_ExServicemen --
Mode of payment --

Selection Process

  1. 1 Shortlisting based on application
  2. 2 Recommendation of the selection committee
  3. 3 Online interview (for shortlisted candidates)

Document Required

  1. 1 Detailed CV with list of publications
  2. 2 Research statement (Maximum 2 pages)
  3. 3 Two recommendation letters (sent separately by referees)

Age Limit

Category Description
General --
Manager Level --
Relaxation SC/ST/BC/EWS:
PH:
Others:

How to apply

  1. 1Prepare a single PDF containing a detailed CV with publications and a research statement (max 2 pages).
  2. 2Send the PDF by email to Prof. Sudipta Sarkar at sudiptas@iitgn.ac.in.
  3. 3Use the subject line: ' Postdoc IITGN 2026'.
  4. 4Arrange for two recommendation letters to be sent directly to sudiptas@iitgn.ac.in with the same subject line.
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Research Associate (Postdoc) Position in Gravitational Physics - IIT Gandhinagar