National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra is inviting applications for the position of Project Associate/Junior Research Fellow (JRF) for a research project funded by ANRF. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a strong background in Computer Science and Engineering, looking to contribute to cutting-edge research in AI-enabled medical image segmentation.

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, under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, is a premier technical institute known for its academic excellence and research contributions. Located in Kurukshetra, Haryana, the institute offers a conducive environment for research and innovation.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF) 
•  Project Associate-I

🎯Project Details

• Title of the Project – “AI-enabled medical image segmentation framework for better clinical decision support”
• Principal Investigator –  Dr. Vishwas Rathi, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Engineering, NIT Kurukshetra
•  Post Duration -36 Months (from June 2026)
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🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Applicants must have a B.Tech. and M.Tech. or equivalent degree in Computer Science and Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent with First class (6.5 grades point out of 10) or 60% marks. Research experience in Computer Vision and a valid fellowship are desirable.

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

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

For JRF: Rs. 37,000 per month for the first two years and Rs. 42,000 per month for the third year, plus HRA. For Project Associate-I: Rs. 30,000 per month plus HRA.

💺 JOB LOCATION

NIT Kurukshetra, Haryana, India

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Eligible and interested candidates should submit their applications via the online Google Form available at online Google Form: https://forms.gle/pCQVzvhB9H9eGdgV7. Applications must include an updated CV, copies of relevant certificates, and a passport-sized photograph.

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 20th July 2026

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

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

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

NIT Kurukshetra invites applications from eligible candidates for the Project Associate/JRF position

Project Associate/JRF Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://nitkkr.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Advt.-No.-20.2026.pdf

This recruitment at NIT Kurukshetra offers a unique opportunity to work on a significant research project in AI-enabled medical image segmentation, providing a platform for academic growth and contribution to the field of Computer Vision.