Overview
NIT Rourkela has announced the recruitment of 19 Junior Research Fellow posts for 2026. Eligible candidates with a postgraduate degree in basic science or professional courses can apply online via the institute’s website before 10 January 2026. The posts offer a monthly salary of Rs. 37,000 for the first two years and Rs. 42,000 thereafter, with a maximum age limit of 30 years. Selection will be through a hybrid interview process.
Key Details
- Organization
- National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela)
- Qualification
- Post Graduate degree in basic science or professional course; eligibility through national tests such as CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or other recognized examinations.
- Vacancies
- 19
- Posted
- 31-12-2025
- Last date to apply
- 10-01-2026
Important Dates
| notification_date | 31-12-2025 |
| last_date_for_application | 10-01-2026 |
| date_of_interview | 12-01-2026 |
| time_of_interview | 10:00 AM |
Important Links
Selection Process
Hybrid interview (online or offline) conducted by department-wise interview locations as per Annexure-I.
How to Apply
Verify eligibility against the qualification and age criteria., Visit the official NIT Rourkela website (https://nitrkl.ac.in)., Download the official notification and review all details., Fill out the online application form and submit it before the last date (10-01-2026)., Send any application inquiries to the respective Principal Investigators as listed in Annexure-I., Await invitation for the hybrid interview scheduled on 12-01-2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 19 Posts?
notification date: 31-12-2025; last date for application: 10-01-2026; date of interview: 12-01-2026; time of interview: 10:00 AM
What is the age limit?
Maximum 30 years
What is the selection process?
Hybrid interview (online or offline) conducted by department-wise interview locations as per Annexure-I.