NIT Rourkela Recruitment 2026: Junior Research Fellow Notification, Eligibility, Salary

NIT Rourkela Recruitment 2026: Junior Research Fellow Notification, Eligibility, Salary

NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026: Overview

The National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 1 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a background in Civil or Agricultural Engineering to work on a research project. This recruitment is based on Direct Recruitment through shortlisting and an online interview, not a competitive written examination.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details 2026

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Option 1: B.Tech/B.E. in Civil Engineering or Agricultural Engineering with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 or 60% marks.
• Option 2: M.E./M.Tech in Water Resources Engineering, Soil and Water Engineering, Remote Sensing and GIS, or Geoinformatics with a minimum CGPA of 7.0 or 65% from a recognized Technical Institute/University.
• Experience: Minimum 02 years of experience is required.
• Skills: Good knowledge of Hydrological & Groundwater Modeling, Climate Change Studies, and Remote Sensing & GIS Software.
• Preference: GATE qualification is preferred.

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 38 Years.
• Age Relaxation:
  • Up to 5 years for SC/ST/PWD/Female candidates.
  • Up to 3 years for OBC (Non-creamy layer) candidates.

Selection Process

This recruitment does not involve a written exam. The selection is based on:

1. Shortlisting: Based on merit and project requirements.
2. Online Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview.

Application Fee

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website of NIT Rourkela or click the PDF link below to read the notification.
2. Prepare your application with a complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
3. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, recent passport-size photographs).
4. Subject Line: Clearly mention "Application for the post of Junior Research Fellow (Advt. No. NITR/SR/2025/Advt.-25CE039/L/122)" in the email subject line.
5. Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
6. Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 23-03-2026.
7. Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.

Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 09 March 2026
• Application Start Date: 09 March 2026
• Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 23 March 2026
• Interview Date: To be notified via email.

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Official Website

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the last date to apply for NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the application via email is 23 March 2026.

2. What is the salary for the Junior Research Fellow post?

The salary is Rs. 37,000 per month plus HRA (if applicable) for the first two years.

3. Is there any application fee?

No, there is no application fee for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST).

4. What is the selection process?

The selection is based on shortlisting of candidates based on merit and project needs, followed by an Online Interview. There is no written exam.

5. What is the maximum age limit?

The maximum age limit is 38 years, with relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/Female candidates as per government rules.