INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY KANPUR
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Department of Management Sciences

Advertisement Number: P.Rect./R&D/2026/125

Applications are invited for the position of Regulatory Research Fellow (01 position) to work in the project “Framework Development for Implementing Demand Response Program” funded by Forum of Regulators (FOR). The Post is purely temporary and on a contractual basis.

Minimum Qualification:

Ph.D. (Power Systems, Energy Systems, Renewable Energy, Power Management, Energy Economics, or related fields)

Or,

M. E./ M. Tech./MS (Power Systems, Energy Systems, Renewable Energy Technologies, Power Management or related fields) + 4 years’ relevant experience

Or,

Master’s (Power Sector Regulation, Public Policy, Regulatory Affairs, Energy Economics, or related fields) + 4 years’ of relevant experience.

Or,

B.Tech. with M.B.A./eMasters (Power Sector Regulation, Power Systema, Energy Management, Renewable Integration or related fields) from the reputed Universities/Institutes + 4 years’ relevant experience

Or,

B.Tech (Power Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Energy, or related fields) from the reputed Universities/Institutes + 6 years’ relevant experience

Desirable:

  • Relevant experience in the power system, power sector, power market, or energy sector, with a strong understanding of the regulatory and policy aspects of the Indian power sector.
  • Proven expertise in data analysis, modelling, research, and problem-solving.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Self-motivated, ability to work independently, and coordinate collaborative teams/activities.
  • Experience in project management, stake. engagement, and handling multiple concurrent tasks/projects.
  • Proven track record in preparing high-quality technical reports and academic publications.

Term of Appointment: The appointment will be purely temporary and contractual, initially for a period of one year, and may be extended based on satisfactory performance

Salary Range: Rs. 60000–6300–123000 PM Consolidated

(Higher starting salary may be considered for exceptionally qualified/experienced candidates as per IITK Rules)

Note: The application can be submitted via the CER portal or LinkedIn. The last date for submitting online applications is 10 July 2026.

To apply for the post of Regulatory Research Fellow, please click here: Apply Online

The Selection will be based on Zoom online interview. Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email


Contact:
Dr. Anoop Singh
Professor, Department of Management Sciences
Founder and Coordinator, Centre for Energy Regulation (CER) and Energy Analytics Lab (EAL)
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur - 208016 (India)
Website: https://eal.iitk.ac.in, https://cer.iitk.ac.in