National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) — Ministry of Education
Cut-off Date: 15 Jun 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 | — | 16 Jun 1998 to 15 Jun 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 28 yrs | — | 16 Jun 1998 to 15 Jun 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 31 yrs | +3 yrs | 16 Jun 1995 to 15 Jun 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 16 Jun 1993 to 15 Jun 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 16 Jun 1993 to 15 Jun 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +10 yrs | 16 Jun 1988 to 15 Jun 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–28 Years (As on 15 Jun 2026)
The National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) has issued an official recruitment notification for Project Associate, announcing a total of 1 vacancies located in Odisha. The online application window opens on 29 May 2026 and closes on 15 June 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold M.Sc./M.Tech in Botany/Plant Science/Biotechnology with 60% marks or 6.50 CGPA and valid NET/GATE. and be within the prescribed age limit of Max 28 years (relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PWD/Women, 3 years for OBC)., 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 Shortlisting followed by an online interview.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 29 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
15 Jun 2026
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| Interview Date / Walk-in | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Post Name | Project Associate |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | M.Sc./M.Tech in Botany/Plant Science/Biotechnology with 60% marks or 6.50 CGPA and valid NET/GATE. |
| Age Limit | Max 28 years (relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PWD/Women, 3 years for OBC). |
| Salary | Rs. 37,000 per month |
| Application Fee | Not Applicable |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting followed by an online interview. |
The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela has officially released the recruitment notification for 1 Project Associate position. This contractual role is based on research projects conducted by the institute. Interested candidates must ensure they meet the specific academic and professional requirements before submitting their application via email.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Project Associate |
| Total Vacancies | 01 |
| Salary | Rs. 37,000 per month |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 June 2026 |
To qualify for this position, applicants must satisfy the following educational and national-level qualification criteria:
The upper age limit for the candidate is 28 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms:
Candidates are required to submit their applications electronically by following these instructions:
The selection process for the Project Associate post will be conducted via an online interview. Shortlisted candidates will be notified of the interview schedule. The interview is tentatively scheduled for 29 June 2026.
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