📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology Nagpur (VNIT Nagpur) has announced a recruitment drive for the position of Senior Research Fellow (SRF) on a temporary basis. This is a project-based opportunity for candidates with a strong background in Transportation Engineering and research experience.
VNIT Nagpur SRF Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Company Name | Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology Nagpur (VNIT Nagpur) |
| Post Name | Senior Research Fellow (SRF) |
| No of Posts | 01 |
| Salary | Rs. 42,000/- per month |
| Qualification | B.Tech/B.E. & M.Tech/M.E. (Civil/Transportation Engg.) |
| Age Limit | Maximum 32 years |
| Last Date to Apply | 20th January 2026 |
| Official Website | https://vnit.ac.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 01 | Rs. 42,000/- per month |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
- Essential Qualification: B.Tech/B.E. in Civil Engineering (minimum 60% marks) and M.Tech/M.E. in Transportation Engineering with a good academic background (minimum 60% marks). Alternatively, candidates with at least two years of research experience in Transportation Engineering and a research publication in an SCI/Scopus-indexed journal may apply. A minimum first class (60% marks) is required.
- Desirable: In-depth knowledge of pedestrian safety, signal design, simulation in VISSIM, statistical analysis, and coding in Python or C++. Preference will be given to candidates possessing these skills.
Age Limit & Relaxation
- Maximum Age: 32 years.
- Relaxation: Upper age limit is relaxable up to 5 years for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC, Women, and Physically Handicapped categories.
Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted based on their academic performance and professional/research experience. Short-listed candidates will be intimated by email and will have to appear for an interview. The decision of the Director, VNIT Nagpur will be final in all respects. No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview.
How to Apply
- Interested candidates must apply in the prescribed format available on the VNIT website.
- The application must be submitted by 20.01.2026.
- Send the duly filled application form along with all enclosures (CV, degree certificates, GATE scorecard, experience certificates, etc.) as a single PDF file via email.
- Email ID: [email protected] (Principal Investigator).
- Subject Line: "Application for the Post of SRF in the Civil Engineering Department under CSIR-HRDG-ASPIRE".
- Candidates must bring original documents and self-attested copies for verification at the time of the interview.
Important Dates
| Last Date for Application | 20.01.2026 |
Important Links:
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Official Notification PDF: Click Here
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FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for VNIT Nagpur SRF Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to submit the application is 20th January 2026.
Q2: What is the salary for the Senior Research Fellow post?
A: The selected candidate will receive a consolidated salary of Rs. 42,000/- per month.
Q3: What is the required qualification for this post?
A: Candidates must have a B.Tech/B.E. in Civil Engineering and an M.Tech/M.E. in Transportation Engineering with at least 60% marks.
Q4: How can I apply for this recruitment?
A: You need to download the application format from the VNIT website and email the completed form to [email protected].