NIT Silchar JRF Recruitment 2026: Eligibility, Salary, Last Date for 01 Post

Recruitment Overview

The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) at National Institute of Technology Silchar (NIT Silchar) is inviting applications from eligible Indian citizens for the temporary position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). This recruitment is for the prestigious accelerated research project titled "TARANG: Design of Terahertz Wireless Communications Systems for 6G", funded by the TTDF scheme/DoT, Government of India.

This is a direct recruitment opportunity based on merit and interview performance, suitable for candidates with a strong background in digital communication and wireless systems. The selected candidate will work under the supervision of Dr. Sucharita Chakraborty for a duration of 3 years.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

• Essential: M.Tech./M.E. degree in ECE / EE / E&I.
• Academic Requirements:
  • GEN / GEN-EWS / OBC-NCL: Minimum 60% aggregate marks or 6.5 CGPA at both UG and PG levels.
  • SC / ST / PwD: Minimum 55% aggregate marks or 6.0 CGPA at both UG and PG levels.
• Exams: Valid GATE/NET score is preferred but not mandatory (salary is same for both).

2. Desirable Experience

• Solid understanding of Digital Communication, Probability Theory, Optimization, and Wireless Communications.
• Proficiency in programming languages and simulation tools like MATLAB or Python.

3. Age Limit & Relaxation

• Age Limit: Maximum 35 years as of the closing date of application (15.02.2026).
• Relaxation: Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PWD/EWS candidates as per Government of India Rules.

4. Mandatory Requirements

• Candidates must be available for an Online Interview.
• Employed candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their current employer at the time of the interview.

Selection Process

This is a Direct Recruitment based on Screening and Interview.

Selection Stages:

1. Screening of Applications: Based on academic merit and suitability of the candidate's profile to the project requirements.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview (Mode: Online/Offline to be notified).
3. Final Selection: Subject to the candidate meeting all eligibility criteria and satisfactory performance.

Application Fee

Not Mentioned. Please refer to the official PDF or contact the department for clarification regarding any application fees.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must follow these steps to submit their application for the JRF position:

1. Prepare Documents: Scan your CV, all educational certificates (UG & PG), GATE/NET score card (if applicable), and other relevant documents.
2. Send Email: Send the soft copy of the duly filled application form (format provided in the notification) along with your CV and documents to: [email protected].
3. Subject Line: The email subject must be:
   “Application for the post of JRF under the project TARANG/TTDF/6G/461”
4. Deadline: Ensure the application reaches on or before 21st February 2026 @ 11:59 PM.

Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 04.02.2026
• Last Date for Application Submission: 21.02.2026 (by 11:59 PM)
• Interview Date: To be notified via email after screening.

Important Links

• Download Official Notification & Application Form PDF
• NIT Silchar Official Website

Contact Information

For any inquiries regarding this recruitment, please contact:

• Principal Investigator: Dr. Sucharita Chakraborty
• Email ID: [email protected]
• Phone: 03842-242914