National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela)
Cut-off Date: 13 Jul 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 28 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 28 yrs | — | 14 Jul 1998 to 13 Jul 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 28 yrs | — | 14 Jul 1998 to 13 Jul 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 31 yrs | +3 yrs | 14 Jul 1995 to 13 Jul 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 14 Jul 1993 to 13 Jul 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 14 Jul 1993 to 13 Jul 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +10 yrs | 14 Jul 1988 to 13 Jul 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–28 Years (As on 13 Jul 2026)
The National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellow (JRF), announcing a total of 1 vacancies located in Odisha. The online application window opens on 01 July 2026 and closes on 13 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold First Class PG/M.Tech/M.Pharm/B.Tech (4-year) with valid GATE/GPAT/NET and be within the prescribed age limit of Max 28 years (relaxations as per government rules), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of 37000 - 42000 INR per month + HRA. The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting followed by Online Interview. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 01 Jul 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
13 Jul 2026
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| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | First Class PG/M.Tech/M.Pharm/B.Tech (4-year) with valid GATE/GPAT/NET |
| Age Limit | Max 28 years (relaxations as per government rules) |
| Salary | 37000 - 42000 INR per month + HRA |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting followed by Online Interview |
The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela has initiated the recruitment process for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position as per the official notification (Advt. No. NITR/SR/2026/Advt.-26BM025/I/049). This is a contractual appointment for research activities within the institute.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 1 |
Candidates must meet the following academic requirements to be considered for this research fellowship:
Desirable Skills: Preference will be given to candidates with an M.Tech/B.Tech in Biomedical or Electronics Engineering, or M.Sc in Biotechnology/Chemistry. Experience in biosensors, AI, bio-electronics, or electrochemistry is highly valued.
The maximum age limit is 28 years. Relaxation is applicable as per government norms: 5 years for SC/ST/PWD/Female candidates and 3 years for OBC (Non-creamy layer) applicants.
The selected candidate will receive a monthly stipend as per the following structure:
Interested candidates must submit their application via email. Follow these steps to ensure your application is processed:
Ensure that all scanned documents are legible. Failure to provide proof of valid GATE/NET qualification or falling short of the first-class criteria will lead to immediate disqualification. Maintain a digital record of the sent email for your future reference.
The application process is exclusively through email. There is no physical submission required.
The notification specifies that a valid degree and GATE/NET score are required at the time of application; therefore, candidates must have completed their degree requirements.
Selection will be based on the shortlisting of applications followed by an online interview for eligible candidates.
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