HRI: Postdoctoral Fellowships in Physics

Posted 23 Oct 2026

The Harish-Chandra Research Institute in Prayagraj (Allahabad) invites applications for postdoctoral fellowships in physics. Fellowships start at one year and can be extended up to three years. Research areas are astrophysics, condensed matter physics, high energy phenomenology, quantum information and computing, and string theory.

  • Typical window: considered twice a year, with deadlines on 30 June and 31 December

What you'll do

  • Do postdoctoral research in one of the physics areas HRI works in
  • Prepare a research plan as part of the application
  • Continue the fellowship for up to three years if it is extended

Who can apply

  • Three letters of reference must be sent directly by the recommenders
  • Applicants who are interested in more than one area should name all of them in the email
  • The page does not state a nationality or visa restriction

How to apply

Email physvisit at hri dot res dot in with your current CV, list of publications and a research plan as attachments. Name the research area or areas you are applying to in the email body. Recommenders send three reference letters to physvisitreco at hri dot res dot in, with the applicant's name in the subject line. Postal applications are also accepted.

Official page: hri.res.in/academics/physics/pdf-fellowships/

LocationPrayagraj, On-site
SalaryNot published (see official page)
TypeFellowship
Applications close31 December 2026
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