Overview
NIT Rourkela has announced recruitment for one Junior Research Fellow position for the year 2026. Eligible candidates with M.Tech/M.E. or B.Tech/B.E. (with GATE) in specified engineering disciplines can apply offline by emailing a completed PDF application with supporting documents to the institute before 21-Jan-2026. The post offers a monthly salary of INR 37,000 for the first two years and INR 42,000 from the third year, with HRA applicable. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview.
Key Details
- Organization
- National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela)
- Qualification
- M.Tech/M.E. in Electronics/Communication/Electrical/Computer Science/Instrumentation/Mining or similar with specialization in signal processing/image processing/communication/microwave/radar or similar with above 60% marks. B.Tech/B.E. in above with 65% marks and qualified GATE.
- Vacancies
- 1
Important Dates
| application_deadline | 21-Jan-2026 |
| interview_notification | Notified later |
Important Links
Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit and project needs. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed for an online interview.
How to Apply
Visit the NIT Rourkela website and navigate to Faculty & Staff – SRICCE – Career – Notices., Download the application form and fill it out completely., Sign the form and compile all required documents (marksheets, certificates, research papers, work experience certificates, etc.) into a single PDF., Email the PDF to the institute’s specified e‑mail address with the subject line ‘Advertisement No.’., No hard copies of the application are required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline?
application deadline: 21-Jan-2026; interview notification: Notified later
What is the age limit?
Maximum age 32 years (relaxed up to 5 years for SC/ST/PWD and female applicants, 3 years for OBC).
What is the selection process?
Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit and project needs. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed for an online interview.