Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Bhopal, is inviting applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a research project funded by the ANRF. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a strong background in Civil Engineering and a keen interest in hydrology and climate change. The project, titled “From Snowpack to Water Treaty Western Basins,” offers a unique chance to contribute to significant research over a three-year period.

Junior Research Fellow Recruitment at MANIT, Bhopal

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.

JRF RECRUITMENT 2026

🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION

Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal – JRF Recruitment 2026

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Bhopal, is a premier institute of national importance, offering quality education and research in various fields of engineering and technology. The institute is committed to fostering innovation and excellence in research, making it a hub for aspiring researchers and academicians.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Candidates must have a B.Tech degree with a minimum 7.5 CGPA and be GATE qualified, or an M.Tech degree with a minimum 6.5 CGPA and be GATE/NET qualified. Desirable qualifications include a good knowledge of hydrology, climate change and its impact assessment, climate extremes, and proficiency in programming languages such as R, Python, and MATLAB.

The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website.

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

The selected candidate will receive a fellowship of Rs. 37,000/- per month plus HRA, as per norms.

💺 JOB LOCATION

Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India.

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Interested and eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications, including an updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates, and a passport-sized photograph, to the specified email address. Applications should be sent to Dr. Vikas Poonia at vgpcivilengineer@gmail.com on or before 17 May 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be informed for the interview, which will be conducted online on 18 May 2026.

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 17 May 2026.

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh-462003, India.

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal invites applications from eligible candidates for the Junior Research Fellow position under the ANRF funded project.

Junior Research Fellow Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://www.manit.ac.in/sites/default/files/documents/JRF%20Recruitment_May%202026.pdf

This recruitment drive by MANIT, Bhopal, offers a promising opportunity for aspiring researchers to delve into the critical study of hydrology and climate change impacts. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and contribute to this significant research initiative.