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

Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT)

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) is a premier educational institution in India, known for its excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. Located in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, VIT offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines. The institute is committed to providing quality education and fostering a culture of research and development.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

🎯PROJECT DETAILS

• Title of the Project : “Studies, Characterization and generation of optimized welding parameters for similar and dissimilar joining Monel 400 and Monel 500″
• Agency : ISRO Government of India. 
• Duration : 1 years (till 18 August 2027) 
• Principal Investigator : Dr. M. MANIKANDAN, Associate Professor (Sr.), School of Mechanical Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology Vellore – 632014 
• Co-Principal Investigator : Dr. N. ARIVAZHAGAN, Professor HAG, School of Mechanical Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology Vellore – 632 014 Dr. Chinmaya Prasad Mohanthy, Associate Professor, School of Mechanical Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology Vellore – 632 014   

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Qualifications & experience as prescribed by Norms.

The candidate should possess an M.Tech/M.E or B.Tech/B.E in Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Welding. Preference will be given to candidates who are GATE qualified and have strong skills in materials characterization.

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

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

The stipend for GATE qualified candidates is Rs. 37,000/- plus 10% HRA per month. Others will be paid as per the institute norms.

💺 JOB LOCATION

Vellore Institute of Technology, Campus, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, 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. Applications should be submitted online through the VIT careers portal at http://careers.vit.ac.in.

Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview at a later date, which will be intimated by email. No TA and DA will be paid for appearing in the interview. The selected candidate will be expected to join at the earliest.

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 28th August 2026

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore Campus, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India, 632014

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

Vellore Institute of Technology invites applications from eligible candidates for the Junior Research Fellow position in the School of Mechanical Engineering.

Junior Research Fellow Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://careers.vit.ac.in/vit/jobview/junior-research-fellow-drdo-smec-dr-manikandan-m-vellore-institute-of-technology-campus-vellore-tamil-nadu-india-preference-will-be-given-for-the-gate-qualified-candidate-candidates-have-strong-skills-in-the-area-of-materials-characterization-2026081809503024

This opportunity at Vellore Institute of Technology offers a promising career path for those interested in research and development in the field of mechanical engineering, particularly in materials characterization. Candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered for this prestigious position.