Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the following Positions. Interested Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with the detailed CV / As per the Norms.

RESEARCH POSITION RECRUITMENT 2026

🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY DURGAPUR –RESEARCH POSITION RECRUITMENT 2026

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The National Institute of Technology Durgapur (NIT Durgapur) is a premier technical institution in India, known for its excellence in education and research. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various fields of engineering, technology, and sciences.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

M.E/M.Tech in Chemical Engineering / Chemical Technology/Biotechnology/Nanotechnology/Mechanical Engg/Biochemistry/Environmental Engg/ Bioprocess Engg/Microbiology or allied subject with a minimum of 6.5CGPAor60%marksfromanyrecognizedInstitute /University.

OR

M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Chemistry/Environmental Science/Microbiology with valid NET/GATE score and with a minimum of 6.5CGPA or 60%marks from any recognized Institute / University. Any other National level examinations conducted by Central Govt. Departmentsandtheiragenciesandinstitutionssuchas DST, DBT,IIT, IISc. IISER etc. will also be considered. Working experience in the field of biofuel synthesis technology or related field with publications is preferable. NET /GATE qualified candidate will be preferred. Selected candidate must register for PhD program under this project. M.Tech/M.Sc pursuing students belonging to the aforementioned discipline in the year2026 may apply.

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

HRA(asperDST or institute norms, which ever is applicable) per monthfor1stand 2ndyearandRs. 42,000/-+HRA (as per DST or institute norms, which ever is applicable)per monthforthe3rd year. Accommodation inside NITD campus is subjected to availability. If availed, HRA will not be given

💺 JOB LOCATION

The position is based at the National Institute of Technology Durgapur, West Bengal, India.

📝 HOW TO APPLY

 The eligible and interested candidates are encouraged to apply for the aforesaid post by sending a cover letter and their complete bio-data mentioning communicating address,  date of birth, email, contact no, educational qualifications, GATE/NET qualified, relevant research experience (if any), publications, research interests to the Principal Investigator via E-mail ID: (ghalder.che@nitdgp.ac.in) along with the subject line of the mail “Application for the post of Junior Research Fellow under ANRF-ARG Project”, on or before May 28, 2026

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before May 28, 2026.

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

National Institute of Technology Durgapur, Mahatma Gandhi Avenue, Durgapur, West Bengal, India, PIN – 713209.

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

The National Institute of Technology Durgapur invites applications from eligible candidates for the Junior Research Fellow position under the Solfire Project.

Junior Research Fellow Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://nitdgp.ac.in/uploads/ANRF-ARG-Solfire_Project-JRF-Adv.pdf