National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) — Computer Science and Engineering
The National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellow, announcing a total of 2 vacancies located in Odisha. The online application window opens on 20 May 2026 and closes on 31 May 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold M.Tech/M.E./M.S. or B.Tech/M.Sc with valid GATE score and be within the prescribed age limit of Max 32 years; Relaxations as per Govt rules, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 37,000 to Rs. 42,000 per month. The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting based on merit and project need followed by interview. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 20 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
31 May 2026
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| Interview Date / Walk-in | 05 Jun 2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow |
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| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Qualification | M.Tech/M.E./M.S. or B.Tech/M.Sc with valid GATE score |
| Age Limit | Max 32 years; Relaxations as per Govt rules |
| Salary | Rs. 37,000 to Rs. 42,000 per month |
| Application Fee | Not mentioned |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting based on merit and project need followed by interview |
Cut-off Date: 31 May 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 32 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 | 32 yrs | — | 01 Jun 1994 to 31 May 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | — | 01 Jun 1994 to 31 May 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | +3 yrs | 01 Jun 1991 to 31 May 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +5 yrs | 01 Jun 1989 to 31 May 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +5 yrs | 01 Jun 1989 to 31 May 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 42 yrs | +10 yrs | 01 Jun 1984 to 31 May 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–32 Years (As on 31 May 2026)
NIT Rourkela has just dropped a notification for 2 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions. If you are looking to kickstart your research career in a premier institute, this is a great chance. The application process is simple but requires attention to detail—specifically when emailing your documents.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 May 2026 |
| Walk-in/Offline Interview | 5 June 2026 |
There are 2 posts available. The stipend structure is quite competitive:
Candidates must ensure they meet the academic requirements before applying:
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