NIT Hamirpur Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

NIT Hamirpur Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

NIT Hamirpur Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026: Notification Overview

The National Institute of Technology Hamirpur (NIT Hamirpur) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 4 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates holding M.Tech/M.E or Master's degrees in specialized fields to work on research projects. The recruitment is purely on a contractual basis.

Recruitment Type

Direct Recruitment (Interview Based): This recruitment does not involve a competitive written examination. Selection will be based on an Offline Interview to assess the candidate's suitability for the research project.

Key Highlights

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

Candidates must possess the following educational qualifications for the respective JRF posts:

1. JRF (Civil/Water Resources/Hydrology)

• Qualification: M.Tech in Civil Engg./Water Resources Engg./Hydrology/Remote Sensing & GIS or equivalent.
• Specialization: Strong knowledge of hydrological modelling, watershed analysis, remote sensing, spatial data analytics, flood modelling, hazard zonation, or climate-related disaster assessment.

2. JRF (Statistics/Mathematics/Data Science)

• Qualification: Master's in Statistics/Applied Mathematics/Mathematics/Mathematics & Computing/Data Analytics/Decision Sciences.
• Skills: Strong programming skills in Python/R and knowledge of Machine Learning and Time Series Analysis.

3. JRF (Economics/Development Studies)

• Qualification: Master's in Economics or related specialized fields (Rural Economics, Demography, Development Studies, Econometrics, Applied or Development Economics, Business Economics).
• Skills: Strong analytical and quantitative skills. Proficiency in STATA, R, Python, or SPSS. Experience in primary and secondary data management is essential.

4. JRF (Management/Project Coordination)

• Qualification: Master's in Management.
• Skills: Strong skills in project coordination, data management, monitoring and evaluation, documentation, and stakeholder engagement. Preference for candidates with experience in supporting research projects.

Age Limit

Please refer to the official notification for specific age limit details and relaxation rules for SC/ST/OBC.

Selection Process

Selection of candidates for the Junior Research Fellow position will be based on the following stages:

1. Screening: Shortlisting of applications based on eligibility and qualifications.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an Offline Interview.
3. Final Selection: Based on interview performance and availability of projects.

Application Fee

There is no application fee for this recruitment.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit the official website of NIT Hamirpur or use the direct "Apply Online" link provided below.
2. Read the official notification No.NIT/HMR/R&C/2026/2580-2581 carefully to ensure eligibility.
3. Fill out the online application form with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
4. Upload required documents (photograph, signature, and certificates) in the prescribed format.
5. Since the fee is Nil, no payment is required, but ensure all fields are validated.
6. Review all details carefully before final submission.
7. Submit the application on or before 13-03-2026.
8. Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.

Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 24 February 2026
• Application Start Date: Active Now
• Last Date to Apply Online: 13 March 2026
• Walk-in Interview Date: To be notified (Check official notification)

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Visit Official Website