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.

🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, TIRUCHIRAPPALLI

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli (NIT Trichy) is one of India’s premier engineering institutions, known for its high academic standards and research excellence. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various fields of engineering, science, and technology.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF) 
• Project Associate II

🎯 Project Title

• Development of a New Sustainable Ilmenite-Based SMAW Electrode Replacing the Conventional Rutile-Coated Flux Formulations

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Qualifications & experience as prescribed by Norms.

The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website. For JRF: B.E/ B.Tech with first class in Mechanical Engineering or M.E/ M.Tech with first class in Manufacturing Engineering / Design / Thermal Engineering / Industrial Safety Engineering. Candidates must be selected through National Eligibility Tests like CSIR-UGC or GATE. For Project Associate II: B.E/ B.Tech with first class in Mechanical Engineering or M.E/ M.Tech with first class in the relevant fields from an AICTE / MoE recognized institution.

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

For GATE qualified Candidates: 

 JRF: Rs. 37,000/- + HRA 

 For Non-Gate Qualified Candidates: 

 Project Associate – II: Rs.33,000/- + HRA

💺 JOB LOCATION

National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Candidates desiring to appear for the interview should send their duly filled applications (only in the prescribed format given in this advertisement) along with the relevant supporting documents as a single PDF file by email to spshivam@nitt.edu. The subject line of the email must be written as “JRF/Project Associate-II Position ANRF”.

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.

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 10th June, 2026, 5 pm

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli invites applications from eligible candidates for the JRF/Project Associate II positions

Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://www.nitt.edu/home/other/jobs/MEC_JRF_MAY_2026.pdf

In conclusion, the National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, offers a promising opportunity for candidates interested in research and development in the field of Mechanical Engineering. This recruitment drive for the JRF/Project Associate II positions is an excellent chance for eligible candidates to contribute to a significant project funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation.