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, CALICUT

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC) is a premier technical institution of national importance, offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various disciplines of engineering, science, and technology. Known for its research and consultancy services, NITC is committed to fostering innovation and excellence in education.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate I (PA I)

🎯 Project Details

• Name of Project – “Development of rotating packed bed reactor for carbon capture using a novel enzyme based solvent”
• Duration of Engagement – One year (extendable up to 1 more years based on the performance)
• Name of the sponsoring Agency – DBT

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Essential: M.E./M.Tech in Chemical Engineering/Biotechnology with a minimum of 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA in aggregate from a recognized technical institute or university, as a full-time program with NET/GATE qualified. Alternatively, candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Biotechnology from a recognized university with a first-class CGPA of 7.5 (on a 10-point scale) and a valid NET/GATE score are eligible.

Desirable: Experience in enzyme production and characterization, and process modeling and simulation. Candidates without NET/GATE can also apply.

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 + 20% HRA (NET/GATE); For PA I: Rs. 30,000 + 20% HRA (Non-NET/GATE)

💺 JOB LOCATION

National Institute of Technology, Calicut, Kerala, India

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Candidates have to fill the registration form provided and submit the duly filled form along with the most recent CV, soft copies of the mark sheet/certificates in support of their academic qualification/experience. All the soft copies should be consolidated into a single PDF document and emailed to “hodchemical@nitc.ac.in” and copy to “pranganathan@nitc.ac.in” with the subject line “Application for JRF/NITC/2026/CHED/PR/DBT 101”.

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 2nd September 2026

Date for Interview (online) – 4th September 2026

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

National Institute of Technology Calicut, NIT Campus P.O, Calicut, Kerala, India – 673601

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

National Institute of Technology, Calicut invites applications from eligible candidates for the Junior Research Fellow and Project Associate I positions

Junior Research Fellow and Project Associate I positions Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://nitc.ac.in/imgserver/uploads/attachments/Ed__6b6169a9-44e2-4def-81f4-1fb79000a077_.pdf

In conclusion, the National Institute of Technology, Calicut is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow and Project Associate I in the Chemical Engineering Department. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with a strong background in Chemical Engineering or Biotechnology, offering a chance to contribute to a significant research project on carbon capture using novel enzyme-based solvents. Interested candidates should apply by the specified deadline to be considered for this prestigious role.