National Institute of Technology Rourkela — Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
Cut-off Date: 21 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 | — | 22 Jul 1998 to 21 Jul 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 28 yrs | — | 22 Jul 1998 to 21 Jul 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 31 yrs | +3 yrs | 22 Jul 1995 to 21 Jul 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 22 Jul 1993 to 21 Jul 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 22 Jul 1993 to 21 Jul 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +10 yrs | 22 Jul 1988 to 21 Jul 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–28 Years (As on 21 Jul 2026)
The National Institute of Technology 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 15 July 2026 and closes on 21 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold B.E/B.Tech, M.Tech in Civil Engineering, or M.Sc/M.Tech in Earth/Environmental Sciences with 65% marks and valid GATE/NET score. and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 28 years; relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/PwD/Female and 3 years for OBC (Non-creamy layer)., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 37,000 per month (consolidated). The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting of applications based on merit followed by an online interview.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 15 Jul 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
21 Jul 2026
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| Interview Date / Walk-in | 22 Jul 2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | B.E/B.Tech, M.Tech in Civil Engineering, or M.Sc/M.Tech in Earth/Environmental Sciences with 65% marks and valid GATE/NET score. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 28 years; relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/PwD/Female and 3 years for OBC (Non-creamy layer). |
| Salary | Rs. 37,000 per month (consolidated) |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting of applications based on merit followed by an online interview. |
The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela has initiated the recruitment process for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) sponsored project titled 'Seasonal and Interannual Variation of Partial Pressure of CO2 in Chilika Lake and Devi River Estuary through In-situ Measurement, Machine Learning and Satellite Data'. This is a time-bound, temporary position with an expected tenure up to 04 February 2027.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Total Vacancies | 01 |
| Fellowship | Rs. 37,000 per month (consolidated) |
| Project Duration | Up to 04 February 2027 |
| Department | Earth and Atmospheric Sciences |
Candidates must ensure they meet the following educational and professional standards to be considered for the selection process:
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for the online interview. Candidates are advised to monitor their email closely following the submission deadline.
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