NIT Silchar Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary

NIT Silchar Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary

NIT Silchar Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 Overview

The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Silchar, Assam has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts. This recruitment is for a CSIR-funded research project titled "Quantum Dots integrated titania with plenty of heterojunctions and its utility for green hydrogen production: Beyond Proof of Concept". This is an excellent opportunity for eligible candidates with NET/GATE qualifications to work on a cutting-edge project in the field of Physics and Material Science.

Recruitment Type: This is Direct Recruitment based on an Interview. It does not involve a competitive written examination.

Key Highlights Table

Post Details and Vacancy Breakdown

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications with a minimum of 55% marks:

• B.S. (4-year programme)
• B. Pharmacy (B. Pharm)
• MBBS
• Integrated BS-MS programme
• M.Sc.
• Bachelor of Engineering (BE)
• B.Tech. or equivalent degree

Mandatory Requirement: Must have passed NET (National Eligibility Test) OR GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering).

Desirable: M.Sc. Physics with specialization, experience in Nanomaterials Synthesis, and photocatalytic techniques.

2. Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 28 years.
• Age Calculation Date: Age is calculated as on 05-03-2026 (Application deadline).
• Age Relaxation: Upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, Women, and PwD categories.

Selection Process

The selection for the Junior Research Fellow position will be based on the following stages:

1. Application Screening: Verification of eligibility criteria and documents.
2. Shortlisting: Based on academic performance and NET/GATE scores.
3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an Online or Offline Interview (Mode decided by the Institute).
4. Final Selection: Based on interview performance and overall merit.

Application Fee

There is no application fee mentioned in the notification. Candidates are required to submit the application via email as per the instructions below.

How to Apply (Offline Mode)

Interested candidates must follow these steps to apply:

1. Download Application Form: Download the prescribed application form from the official notification PDF or the NIT Silchar website.
2. Fill the Form: Fill the application form legibly with all required details.
3. Prepare Documents: Prepare a comprehensive CV and gather all required supporting documents (Certificates, Marksheets, NET/GATE Scorecard, ID Proof, etc.).
4. Scan Documents: Scan the filled application form, CV, and all documents clearly.
5. Compose Email: Open your email client. The Subject Line must be exactly: "Application for the post of JRF under CSIR project".
6. Attach & Send: Attach all scanned documents and send the email to: [email protected].
7. Deadline: Ensure the email is sent before 05-03-2026.

Important Documents Required

• Duly filled application form
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Educational certificates and marksheets (Class X onwards)
• NET/GATE Admit Card and Scorecard/Certificate (Mandatory)
• Degree certificates and transcripts
• Character certificate
• Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC)
• Proof of age (Birth certificate/School leaving certificate)
• Copy of National ID (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
• Research papers (if any)

Important Dates

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Visit NIT Silchar Official Website