National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra, a prestigious institution under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, is inviting applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) for a research project funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF). This opportunity is ideal for candidates looking to advance their research careers in the field of Mechanical Engineering.

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, KURUKSHETRA

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra, is a premier technical institute in India, known for its excellence in education and research. It operates under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, and offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in engineering, technology, and management.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

🎯 Project Details

• Title of the Project –” Synthesis of Multi-Material Reinforced Contact-aided Compliant Mechanisms for Medical Applications”
•  Sponsoring agency – Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Applicants must have a full-time B.Tech/B.E. in Mechanical Engineering and a full-time M.Tech/M.E. in Mechanical Engineering, preferably with a specialization in Machine Design, from a recognized institute/university with at least 60% marks or a 6.5/10 CPI or CGPA. Preference will be given to candidates who have qualified for GATE and have relevant work experience in FEA analysis/topology optimization or have published in SCI/SCIE-indexed journals.

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 monthly emolument of INR 37,000 plus HRA for the first and second years, and INR 42,000 plus HRA for the third year, upon successful assessment and upgradation to SRF.

💺 JOB LOCATION

National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra, Haryana, 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, via the online Google Form https://forms.qle/U3vomUUNxtNLQ6Z38. In case of any difficulty in submission, candidates can email Dr. V S Nagendra Reddy at nagendra@nitkkr.ac.in.

Complete the application (as per the proforma attached/link provided) and submit it via Google Form along with the self-attested copies of certificates and the front-page journal publication in a single PDF file. The last date for application submission is 26.07.2026, and the interview will be conducted in the first week of August. Selected candidates are required to join immediately within a week.

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 26th July 2026

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra, Kurukshetra 136119, Haryana, India

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra invites applications from eligible candidates for the Junior Research Fellow position.

Junior Research Fellow Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://nitkkr.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Advt.-No.-21.2026.pdf

This recruitment drive by NIT Kurukshetra offers a significant opportunity for aspiring researchers to contribute to a cutting-edge project in the field of Mechanical Engineering. Candidates are encouraged to apply promptly and ensure all application materials are submitted by the deadline.