The University of Kashmir has issued an advertisement inviting applications for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a research project funded by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), Government of India.
The project is titled “Identifying current and future GLOF risk over contrasting topographic and climatic zones of Indian Himalaya using earth observation data and modeling” and will be carried out in the Department of Geoinformatics, University of Kashmir, Srinagar under the supervision of Dr. Irfan Rashid, Associate Professor.
The position is purely temporary and will remain co-terminus with the project up to 11-10-2026. All required qualifications, experience and other details are provided below. Interested candidates should apply through Email only.
Overview of University of Kashmir JRF Recruitment 2026
| Organisation | University of Kashmir, Department of Geoinformatics |
| Project Funding Agency | Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), Government of India |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| No. of Posts | 01 |
| Category | Government-Funded Research Project |
| Type | Temporary / Project Based |
| Job Location | Srinagar, J&K |
| Application Mode | Email Submission |
| Selection Process | Interview |
| Reference No. | DIPK-NB-2846-25 |
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know more about dates, vacancy details, eligibility, salary and application process.
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 26-12-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11-01-2026 |
| Interview Date | To be informed through Email/Call |
Vacancy Details of University of Kashmir JRF Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Monthly Emoluments |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 01 | Rs. 37,000 + HRA with GATE/NET OR Rs. 30,000 + HRA without GATE/NET |
Eligibility Criteria of University of Kashmir JRF Vacancy 2026
Educational Qualification
- Essential: M.Sc. Geoinformatics
- Desirable: Candidates with field experience in high-altitude environments will be preferred
Other Conditions
- The appointment is temporary and co-terminus with the project up to 11-10-2026
How to Apply
Applications should include scanned copies of all relevant documents such as:
- Qualification and percentage of marks
- Age and experience
- Publications (if any)
- Cover letter with contact details
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Send the complete application through Email to: alpineresearchlab@gmail.com on or before 11-01-2026.
Selection Process
Eligible candidates will be called for an interview. The interview will be held in the Office Chamber of the Head, Department of Geoinformatics. The date and time will be communicated through Email/Call.
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