Overview
National Institute of Technology Rourkela has announced recruitment for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position for 2026. The post requires a M.Sc./M.Tech. in relevant Earth Sciences fields with 60% marks or 6.50 CGPA and a qualifying GATE/NET exam. Candidates up to 28 years (with relaxations) can apply. Salary is INR 37,000 per month for the first two years. Applications are to be submitted via email before 10 March 2026, followed by an online interview on 11 March 2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela
- Qualification
- M.Sc./M.Tech. in Earth Sciences/Geophysics/Geodesy/Seismotectonics/Physics or a related field with 60% marks or 6.50 CGPA in 10‑point scale with GATE or NET of UGC/CSIR, or any other national level exam
- Vacancies
- 1
- Posted
- 2026-02-19
- Last date to apply
- 2026-03-10
Important Dates
| notification_date | 2026-02-19 |
| last_date_to_apply | 2026-03-10 |
| online_interview_date | 2026-03-11 |
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Selection Process
Short listing based on merit and need of the project, followed by an online interview
How to Apply
Read the official notification carefully before applying, Prepare your application with complete bio‑data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience, Attach self‑attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport‑size photographs, Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email, Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification, Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 10‑03‑2026, Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
notification date: 2026-02-19; last date to apply: 2026-03-10; online interview date: 2026-03-11
What is the age limit?
Upper age limit: 28 years. Age relaxation for SC/ST/PWD/Female: 5 years. Age relaxation for OBC (Non‑creamy layer): 3 years
What is the selection process?
Short listing based on merit and need of the project, followed by an online interview