National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) — Research and Consultancy
Cut-off Date: 24 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 | — | 25 Jul 1998 to 24 Jul 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 28 yrs | — | 25 Jul 1998 to 24 Jul 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 31 yrs | +3 yrs | 25 Jul 1995 to 24 Jul 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Jul 1993 to 24 Jul 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Jul 1993 to 24 Jul 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +10 yrs | 25 Jul 1988 to 24 Jul 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–28 Years (As on 24 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 All India. The online application window opens on 01 July 2026 and closes on 24 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold B.Tech/B.E./M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc in relevant fields with GATE/NET and be within the prescribed age limit of Max 28 years with relaxation for reserved categories, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 37,000 per month. The selection procedure comprises 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 |
24 Jul 2026
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| Interview Date / Walk-in | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | B.Tech/B.E./M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc in relevant fields with GATE/NET |
| Age Limit | Max 28 years with relaxation for reserved categories |
| Salary | Rs. 37,000 per month |
| Application Fee | N/A |
| Selection Process | Online Interview |
The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela has released a recruitment notification for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). This contractual opening is intended for a research project at the institute. Candidates are invited to apply via email before the designated deadline.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Total Vacancy | 1 |
| Monthly Salary | Rs. 37,000 |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 July 2026 |
Applicants must meet specific academic and professional requirements to be considered for this research position. The following qualifications are mandatory:
The upper age limit for applicants is 28 years. Age relaxation of up to 5 years is applicable for SC/ST/PWD and female candidates, and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) applicants.
Interested candidates must adhere to the following procedure to ensure their application is processed correctly:
The selection will be conducted through an online interview scheduled for 27 July 2026.
There is no mention of an application fee in the official notification.
Yes, candidates with M.Sc. in relevant scientific disciplines are eligible, provided they meet the CGPA/percentage criteria and possess a valid NET/GATE or national-level fellowship score.
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