Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the position of Research Staff Research Associate-I (RA-I) at the National Institute of Technology Raipur. This opportunity is part of a prestigious project funded by the Aeronautics R&D Board (AR&DB), DRDO Ministry of Defence, focusing on advanced polymer composites for rocket motor nozzle applications.

🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY RAIPUR

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The National Institute of Technology Raipur, an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, is located on Great Eastern (G. E.) Road, Raipur, Chhattisgarh. It is renowned for its commitment to excellence in education and research, particularly in engineering and technology disciplines.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Research Staff Research Associate-I (RA-I)

🎯 Project Details

• Title of the Project -” Advanced Carbon Fiber Phenolic Composite Ablatives: A Solution for Prolonged Durability and Efficiency in Rocket Motor Nozzle Applications “
•  Project Investigator(s) PI: Dr. Neigapula Venkata Swamy Naidu, nvsnaidu.mech@nitrr.ac.in, 9963390988 (M) 
•  Co-PI: Dr. Bhargavi Rani Anne, Email Id: branne.mme@nitrr.ac.in, 7799335487 (M) 
• Area of Research – Polymer Composites, Ablative Polymer Composites, Thermal Protection System (TPS), Characterization of Polymer Composites 

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering/Polymer Science or have three years of research experience post M.E./M.Tech. in the relevant fields with at least two research papers in SCI or other reputed journals. Candidates with research experience in the project domain and publications in Polymer Composites and Thermal Protection Systems will be preferred.

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

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

The position offers a consolidated fellowship of ₹69,600 per month, which includes a base salary of ₹58,000 plus 20% HRA.

💺 JOB LOCATION

The job location is at the National Institute of Technology Raipur, Great Eastern (G. E.) Road, Raipur – 492010, Chhattisgarh.

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Interested and eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications in a single PDF file to the email address: nvsnaidu.mech@nitrr.ac.in. The application must include the application form, Aadhar Card, category certificate, educational qualification certificates, experience certificates, and proof of publications. The deadline for submission is 08-July-2026.

• Complete Application (A Single PDF) must be sent with a subject, “Application for the Research Staff ”, else, application may be discarded. • Complete Application (A Single PDF) should contain all requisite Enclosure(s) in a given sequence – 1 Application Form and Undertaking – (Refer to Annexure-1 & Annexure-2), 2 Aadhar Card and Category Certificate, 3 Educational Qualification Certificates, 4 Experience Certificates, 5 Publications Proof. 

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 08-July-2026.

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

National Institute of Technology Raipur, Great Eastern (G. E.) Road, Raipur – 492010, Chhattisgarh, India.

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

The National Institute of Technology Raipur invites applications from eligible candidates for the Research Staff position in a DRDO-funded project.

Research Staff Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://nitrr.ac.in/others/announcement_docs/1782383244_5558.pdf

This opportunity at the National Institute of Technology Raipur offers a unique chance to contribute to cutting-edge research in polymer composites, with significant implications for aerospace applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to be part of this innovative project.