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, DURGAPUR

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The National Institute of Technology, Durgapur (NIT Durgapur) is a premier technical institution located in West Bengal, India. Known for its excellence in engineering education and research, NIT Durgapur offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs. The institute is committed to fostering innovation and research in various fields of technology and engineering.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Research Associate (RA-III)
• Junior Research Fellow 

🎯 PROJECT DETAILS

• Research Associate (RA-III)
• Project Title : “Capacity building for human resource development in Unmanned Aircraft System (Drone and related Technology)”, 
• Project Reg. ID: NITD/SRCC/NC/ECE/2023/03 
• Sponsored Agency Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY)
• Duration Till 31st March, 2028 or till the completion of the project, whichever will appear first.
•  Principal Investigator (CI) & Co-CIs Dr. Nilanjan Chattaraj (CI), Dr. Jayati Dey (Co-CI), Dr. Aritro Dey (Co-CI), Dr. Deepak Kumar (Co-CI) 

• Junior Research Fellow 
• Project Title :  “Capacity building for human resource development in Unmanned Aircraft System (Drone and related Technology)”, 
• Project Reg. ID: NITD/SRCC/NC/ECE/2023/03 
• Sponsored Agency Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY)  
• Duration Till 31st March, 2028 or till the completion of the project, whichever will appear first.
• Principal Investigator (CI) & Co CIs Dr. Nilanjan Chattaraj (CI), Dr. Jayati Dey (Co-CI), Dr. Aritro Dey (Co-CI), Dr. Deepak Kumar (Co-CI) 

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

• Research Associate (RA-III) Essential  Qualifications:  Ph.D. in Engineering from the Department of Aerospace Engineering/Electronics & Communication Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Instrumentation Engineering from any recognized Institute/University. The candidate must be GATE qualified in either of the following departments: Department of Aerospace Engineering/Electronics & Communication Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/ Instrumentation Engineering. The candidate can apply with the provisional certificate of Ph.D. Degree also. The candidate must have at least two published journal papers in SCI/Scopus indexed Journals. 
• Mechanical Mechanisms/Structural mechanics/Fluid Mechanics/Aeromechanics/ Aerodynamics/ Flight Mechanics/Mechanical Vibration/Mechatronics/Control System/Embedded System/ Hardware-Software Co design/Robotics/Sensors/Actuators/Transducers 

• Junior Research Fellow Essential Qualifications B.E./B.Tech./M.E./M.Tech./MS from the Department of Aerospace Engineering/Electronics & Communication Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Instrumentation Engineering with minimum 7.5 CGPA or 70% marks from any recognized Institute/University. The candidate must be GATE qualified in either of the following departments: Department of Aerospace Engineering/Electronics & Communication Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/ Instrumentation Engineering. 
• Knowledge area Mechanical Mechanisms/Structural mechanics/Fluid Mechanics/Aeromechanics/ Aerodynamics/ Flight Mechanics/Mechanical Vibration/Mechatronics/Control System/Embedded System/ Hard

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

• Research Associate (RA-III) – INR 67,000/- per month (consolidated)
• Junior Research Fellow  – INR 37,000/- per month (consolidated)

💺 JOB LOCATION

The position is based at the National Institute of Technology, Durgapur, West Bengal.

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Interested and eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications through the provided Google Form link. Applications must include an updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates, and a passport-sized photograph. The application process is entirely online.

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 31st August, 2026.

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Durgapur, Mahatma Gandhi Avenue, Durgapur 713209, West Bengal, India.

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

National Institute of Technology, Durgapur invites applications from eligible candidates for the Research Associate (RA-III) position.

Research Associate (RA-III) Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://nitdgp.ac.in/uploads/Advt_Recruitment_for_JRF_and_Project_Lead_Recruitment_under_Project_2026.pdf

In conclusion, the National Institute of Technology, Durgapur is seeking a qualified Research Associate (RA-III) to contribute to a significant project in Unmanned Aircraft Systems. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a strong academic background and research experience in relevant engineering fields. Interested candidates should apply by the specified deadline to be considered for this prestigious role.