Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at the National Institute of Technology Rourkela. This opportunity is ideal for candidates looking to contribute to cutting-edge research in various fields. Interested candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with a 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 a premier institute of higher learning in India, known for its excellence in engineering, science, and technology education and research. Located in Rourkela, Odisha, the institute is committed to fostering innovation and research in various fields.
💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Project Associate – I (PA)
🎯Project Details
- Title of the Project: “Consortium of Technologies for Sustainable Agriculture, Health, Energy and Environment”
- Project Code, Dept. with Closing Date: SR-25-CR-047, 13-Oct-2030, ANRF-PAIR
- Funding Agency Details: 4211- ANRF, [3499 0201 0052 0151] –
- PI details – Prof. Swadesh Kumar Pratihar
- Co-pi details: Prof. Himanshu Bhushan Sahu
Project Title
Investigators Contact – Swadesh K Pratihar skpratihar@nitrkl.ac.in
Investigators Contact – Partha Saha sahap@nitrkl.ac.in
Investigators Contact – Shantanu K Behera beherash@nitrkl.ac.in
Investigators Contact –Pravat Kumar Ray rayp@nitrkl.ac.in
Investigators Contact –Monalisa Pattnaik pattnaikm@nitrkl.ac.in
Investigators Contact –Arnab Ghosh ghosha@nitrkl.ac.in
🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Post Graduate degree in basic science OR Graduate / Post Graduate Degree in Professional Course selected through a process described through any one of the following: a. Scholars who are selected through National Eligibility Tests – CSIR-UGC NET including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE. b. The selection process through National Eligibility Examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions such as DBT, DST, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER, etc.
* Project Associate – I (PA) Four years Bachelor’s Degree in Natural or Agriculture Science / Master’s Degree in Natural or Agriculture Sciences / BVSc / B. Pharm or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine or from a recognized University or equivalent.
🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹
The salary for the Junior Research Fellow position is ₹37,000 per month for the first two years and ₹42,000 per month from the third year onwards, as per norms.
💺 JOB LOCATION
National Institute of Technology Rourkela, Sector 1, Rourkela, Sundergarh Dist., Odisha 769 008
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Application link for eligible candidale(s): NIT Rourkela Homepage –> FACULTY & STAFF –> SRICCE –> Career –> Notices The candidate(s) are required to send the complete filled and signed application {soft copy) with documents regarding educational qualification indicating percentage of marks / division (mark-sheets and / or certificates), research papers {if any), work experience certificate (if any) etc.. This may be built as a single PDF file and sent by email with “Advertisement No.” on the subject link to the above mentioned e-mail IDs. NO hard copies of application(s) are required to be sent to the Institute. Last date for Submitting the Application: 01-Oct -2026
📅 IMPORTANT DATE
The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 1st October 2026.
Interview details: 05-Oct-2026
📫 CONTACT INFORMATION
skpratihar@nitrkl.ac.in
hbsahu@nitrkl.ac.in.
📠 PHONE NUMBER
9437391103
9437245625
🌐 WEBSITE
📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION
National Institute of Technology Rourkela, Sector 1, Rourkela, Sundergarh Dist., Odisha 769 008
📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE
The National Institute of Technology Rourkela invites applications from eligible candidates for the Junior Research Fellow position. The recruitment is officially notified by the HR Department on 23rd September 2026.
For more details, view the Official Notification.
Reference: https://www.nitrkl.ac.in/docs/Career/ProjectFelow/2026/23092026175730270.pdf
In conclusion, this opportunity at NIT Rourkela is a significant step for aspiring researchers to engage in impactful projects. Candidates are encouraged to apply promptly and ensure all application materials are complete and submitted by the deadline.
