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 ROURKELA

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) is one of the premier national-level institutions for technical education in India. It is renowned for its cutting-edge research, excellent faculty, and state-of-the-art infrastructure, providing a conducive environment for academic excellence and innovation.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

🎯 PROJECT DETAILS

• Project Title : “Design and Development of an Affordable Edge AI-Powered Robotic Therapeutic Intervention System for
  Motor-Impaired Patients”.
• Project Code: SR-26-CS-022 
• PI details: Prof. Anup Nandy  
• Co-PI details: Prof.Asim Kumar Naskar
• Tenure P: 3 Years, 10 Months

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering or a related field with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent CGPA. Additionally, candidates should have qualified in GATE or NET.

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

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

INR 37,000 (+) HRA @ NA % (if applicable)

💺 JOB LOCATION

National Institute of Technology Rourkela, Odisha, 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. The application should be sent in the prescribed format available on the institute’s website.

Applications should be emailed to the Principal Investigator at the provided email address in the official notification.

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 15th August 2026.

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

National Institute of Technology Rourkela, Sector-1, Rourkela, Odisha, India – 769008

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

The National Institute of Technology Rourkela invites applications from eligible candidates for the Junior Research Fellow position under the SERB project.

Junior Research Fellow Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://www.nitrkl.ac.in/docs/Career/ProjectFelow/2026/21082026181829372.pdf

In conclusion, the National Institute of Technology Rourkela offers a promising opportunity for aspiring researchers to contribute to significant projects under the SERB. Interested candidates should ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and submit their applications before the deadline.