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Jrf in Serb Project in the

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Jrf in Serb Project in the administered by INDIANAIRFORCE Authority (Tamil Nadu).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: INDIANAIRFORCE Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-06-15 Posting Jurisdiction: Tamil Nadu

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Jrf in Serb Project in the?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-06-15. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must visit the official Indian Air Force or partner institution portal to complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal, academic, and contact details.

Log in with generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying the SERB project title, area of specialization, and academic achievements like GATE or NET scores.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including passport-size photograph, signature, B.E/B.Tech/M.Sc certificates, and valid GATE/NET scorecard in the prescribed PDF or JPEG formats as specified.

Proceed to the online payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee, if applicable, using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and generate the transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and regularly check the portal for the release of the screening shortlist and call letters.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Jrf in Serb Project in the is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Screening of Applications & Shortlisting	Shortlist based on GATE/NET score & Academic Merit	Evaluation of academic transcripts, consistency in B.Tech/M.Sc marks, validity of GATE/NET percentile, and relevance of prior research experience or publications to the SERB project theme.
Stage 2: Written Technical Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Core engineering or science subjects relevant to the SERB project (e.g., Aerodynamics, Materials Science, Signal Processing, Electromagnetics), Engineering Mathematics, and Research Methodology.
Stage 3: Technical Interview	100 Marks, 30-45 Minutes	In-depth viva-voce on the candidate's master's thesis, defense of research proposal, practical knowledge of laboratory instruments, software proficiency (MATLAB, ANSYS), and project-specific problem-solving.
Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Fitness	Qualifying Stage	Verification of original academic degrees, caste certificates, GATE/NET scorecards, NOC from previous employers, and a basic medical fitness assessment conducted by IAF medical authorities.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under the SERB-sponsored project at the Indian Air Force allied research establishment is aligned with DST guidelines, mapped to the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 6 equivalent for administrative structuring. The entry basic pay is set at Rs. 37,000 as a consolidated fellowship. However, for structured scientific cadres, the equivalent basic pay of Rs. 35,400 attracts a Dearness Allowance (DA) of 53% amounting to Rs. 18,762. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X, Y, and Z cities is calculated at 30%, 20%, and 10% respectively (Rs. 10,620 for Class X). Transport Allowance (TA) is Rs. 3,600 plus DA. The Gross Monthly Salary reaches approximately Rs. 69,000. For pure SERB fellowships, a consolidated Rs. 37,000 plus 27% HRA (Rs. 9,990) totaling Rs. 46,990 is disbursed, exempt from NPS deductions, yielding an in-hand net salary of Rs. 46,990, while regularized scientific roles undergo a 10% NPS deduction.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) official Office Memorandums, statutory reservations are strictly implemented for the SERB project recruitment. Age relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates are applicable. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. While JRF project positions are highly specialized, the 10% vertical quota for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) is adhered to where applicable. Furthermore, in line with central government mandates, women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee to encourage wider participation in scientific research.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Jrf in Serb Project in the

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the JRF written test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 50% for General/EWS candidates and 45% for SC/ST/OBC candidates, though final shortlisting depends on the cumulative merit of GATE/NET scores and test performance.

Is there a service bond associated with this SERB JRF position?

No, there is no long-term service bond, but selected candidates must sign an undertaking to serve the project for at least one year or until project completion, whichever is earlier.

What is the probation or evaluation period for the JRF?

The initial appointment is for one year, subject to a performance review at the end of six months. Extension to the second or third year as SRF is based on progress.

Is there any normalization of marks applied to the screening test?

Since the written test is conducted in a single session for specific project domains, no multi-session normalization formula is applied to the raw marks.

Where will the selected JRF be posted during the project?

The selected candidate will be posted at the designated Indian Air Force research laboratory, technology development center, or partner academic institution hosting the SERB project.

Can a JRF register for a Ph.D. program during the project tenure?

Yes, selected JRFs are highly encouraged to register for a Ph.D. program at collaborating partner institutions like IITs or NITs, subject to fulfilling the respective institution's academic criteria.