Overview
NIT Rourkela has announced recruitment of 2 Junior Research Fellows for a 1‑year project in Information Security Education and Awareness. Eligible candidates with M.Tech/M.E./M.S./MCA/M.Sc. and valid GATE/NET scores can apply offline by email between 18 Dec 2025 and 15 Jan 2026. Salary is INR 42,000 per month for two years, with HRA. Shortlisting will be based on merit and project need, followed by an offline interview on 28 Jan 2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NITR)
- Qualification
- M.Tech./M.E./M.S.(R)/M.Tech(R) in Computer Science/Information Technology/Electronics & Communication Engineering with minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA at both B.Tech./MCA/MSc and M.Tech. levels. OR B.Tech./B.E. in CSE/IT/ECE with a valid GATE score and CGPA ≥ 8.0 or marks ≥ 70%. OR M.Sc. (CS/IT/EC) with first class and valid GATE/NET qualification. OR MCA with first class and valid GATE/NET score.
- Vacancies
- 2
- Posted
- 18-Dec-2025
- Last date to apply
- 15-Jan-2026
Important Dates
| application_start_date | 18-Dec-2025 |
| application_last_date | 15-Jan-2026 |
| offline_interview_date | 28-Jan-2026 10:00 AM |
Important Links
Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit and project need. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed for an offline interview.
How to Apply
Visit the NIT Rourkela homepage – Faculty & Staff SRICCE – Career – Notices to download the application form., Fill and sign the application form., Attach required documents (educational certificates, research papers, work experience certificates, etc.)., Combine all documents into a single PDF file., Email the PDF to the specified e‑mail IDs with the subject line "Advertisement No.".
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline?
application start date: 18-Dec-2025; application last date: 15-Jan-2026; offline interview date: 28-Jan-2026 10:00 AM
What is the age limit?
Maximum age limit: 28 years as on 15-01-2026. Relaxed up to 5 years for SC/ST/PWD and 3 years for OBC (Non‑creamy layer).
What is the selection process?
Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit and project need. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed for an offline interview.