Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the position of Senior/Junior Research Fellow (SRF/JRF) at the National Institute of Technology Puducherry. This opportunity is part of a research project funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) under the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB) Core Research Grant (CRG). Candidates with a strong background in Mechanical, Energy, Chemical, or Aeronautical Engineering are encouraged to apply.
🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY PUDUCHERRY
🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION
The National Institute of Technology Puducherry (NITPY) is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Located in Karaikal, NITPY is dedicated to providing high-quality education and fostering research and innovation in various fields of engineering and technology.
💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION
- Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
🎯 Project Details
- Title of the Project -“Design and Development of Flexible Solar Parabolic Dish Concentrator System with Variable Focal Length for Electrical Power Generation and Potable Water Production using TEG and Seawater”
- Funding Agency for the Project – Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB) Core Research Grant (CRG)
- Duration of the Project: 01 Years and 02 Months
🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT
Candidates must have a B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical, Energy, Chemical, or Aeronautical Engineering and an M.E./M.Tech. in Thermal Engineering, Solar Energy, Renewable Energy, Energy Engineering, or any allied stream. A first-class degree in either B.E./B.Tech. or M.E./M.Tech. is mandatory.
Desired skills include knowledge in the development of experimental setups related to solar energy, heat transfer, thermal engineering, and proficiency in CFD – ANSYS Fluent, COMSOL Multiphysics.
🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹
The emoluments are Rs. 37,000 + 08% HRA for the first two years as JRF and Rs. 42,000 + 08% HRA for the third year as SRF.
💺 JOB LOCATION
Thiruvettakudy, Karaikal – 609 609, Puducherry, India
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Interested and eligible candidates must apply through the online application portal at https://nitpynt.samarth.edu.in/ on or before 15-07-2026. Please do not send any hard copies. Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the selection process via email or phone. Candidates should bring original certificates and relevant documents for verification during the interview/selection process.
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 15-07-2026
📫 CONTACT INFORMATION
📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION
National Institute of Technology Puducherry, Thiruvettakudy, Karaikal – 609 609, Puducherry, India
📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE
The National Institute of Technology Puducherry invites applications from eligible candidates for the SRF/JRF position under the ANRF-SERB-CRG research project.
Recruitment: View Official Notification
This recruitment offers a unique opportunity for candidates to contribute to a significant research project at NIT Puducherry, focusing on the development of a flexible solar parabolic dish concentrator system. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and be part of this innovative project.
