National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra — Ministry of Education
The National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellow, announcing a total of 2 vacancies located in Haryana. The online application window opens on 10 October 2026 and closes on 20 October 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Post-graduation in Engineering/Technology with 60% aggregate marks or CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale for GEN candidates from a UGC-recognized University/Institute/Autonomous body. Marks are relaxed by 5% or 0.5 CGPA for SC/ST/PwD candidates. Alternatively, full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology or equivalent with at least 75% marks in aggregate or 8.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale or equivalent. CSIR/UGC-NET or GATE qualification is desirable; final-year Master’s students may apply if they submit final-semester results by 30 November 2026. and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 32 years as on the last date of application, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 37,000/- per month + HRA as per norms. The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting, written test in physical mode, and interview in physical mode. Candidates with CSIR/UGC-NET, GATE, or other national-level qualification are exempted from the written test.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 10 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
20 Oct 2026
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| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Qualification | Post-graduation in Engineering/Technology with 60% aggregate marks or CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale for GEN candidates from a UGC-recognized University/Institute/Autonomous body. Marks are relaxed by 5% or 0.5 CGPA for SC/ST/PwD candidates. Alternatively, full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology or equivalent with at least 75% marks in aggregate or 8.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale or equivalent. CSIR/UGC-NET or GATE qualification is desirable; final-year Master’s students may apply if they submit final-semester results by 30 November 2026. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 32 years as on the last date of application |
| Salary | Rs. 37,000/- per month + HRA as per norms |
| Application Fee |
General: ₹0
OBC: ₹0
EWS: ₹0
SC: ₹0
ST: ₹0
fee_exempted: Yes
payment_mode: Not specified
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| Selection Process | Shortlisting, written test in physical mode, and interview in physical mode. Candidates with CSIR/UGC-NET, GATE, or other national-level qualification are exempted from the written test. |
| Post / Designation | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
| Consolidated Total | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
Rs. 37,000 per month consolidated plus HRA as per norms
Cut-off Date: As on 20 October 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 | — | 21 Oct 1994 to 20 Oct 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | — | 21 Oct 1994 to 20 Oct 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | +3 yrs | 21 Oct 1991 to 20 Oct 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +5 yrs | 21 Oct 1989 to 20 Oct 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +5 yrs | 21 Oct 1989 to 20 Oct 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 42 yrs | +10 yrs | 21 Oct 1984 to 20 Oct 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–32 Years (As on As on 20 October 2026)
Official Prescribed Pay: Rs. 37,000 per month + HRA as per norms
National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra, functioning under the Ministry of Education, has released an official recruitment advertisement (Advt. No. 31/2026) for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under the prestigious PAIR research project. This appointment is purely contractual and is offered within the Department of Computer Engineering in collaboration with IIT Indore. Eligible engineering postgraduates and high-performing graduates can apply online through the official submission process before the specified deadline.
| Sr. No. | Title of Project | Lead Co-PI | Department | No. of JRF Positions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Deep-Test-All: A Genetic Algorithm-Based Framework for Robust Testing of Deep Learning Models in Antimicrobial Resistance Diagnostics and Therapeutics | Dr. Vikram Singh | Computer Engineering | 01 |
| 2. | Developing an Interpretable and Efficient Machine Learning Framework to Predict Antimicrobial Resistance towards Drugs | Dr. Yogita | Computer Engineering | 01 |
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | Post-graduation Engineering/Technology with 60% aggregate marks/ Average (CGPA) 6.5 on a 10-point scale for GEN (marks will be relaxed by 5% or by a CGPA of 0.5 on a 10-point scale for SC/ST/PwD candidates) from a UGC recognized University/ Institute/ Autonomous bodies. OR Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology or equivalent with a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or 8.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale or equivalent. |
| Post | Pay Level / Pay |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | Rs. 37,000/- p.m. + HRA (as per norms) |
Candidates aspiring for high-level technical research positions in academic institutions of national importance can also explore all latest Haryana Government Jobs to track current openings across state and central institutes. Selected candidates will be assigned research responsibilities at NIT Kurukshetra, Haryana, or IIT Indore, Madhya Pradesh, gaining extensive exposure to advanced engineering methodologies.
The recruitment drive aims to fill 2 vacancies of Junior Research Fellow on a temporary contract. The fellowship is sanctioned up to 30 June 2027 in alignment with the operational tenure of the PAIR project. The table below outlines the core vacancy parameters for this appointment.
| Post Designation | Number of Posts | Nature of Engagement | Project Tenure | Posting Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 02 | Contractual / Temporary | Up to 30 June 2027 | NIT Kurukshetra (Haryana) / IIT Indore (Madhya Pradesh) |
The institute has laid down precise academic criteria for applicants. Candidates must satisfy one of the two following educational qualification tracks:
Those who wish to evaluate technical job openings based on general degree criteria can check more Graduate jobs in Haryana across diverse departments. For researchers looking at parallel administrative and technical roles in scientific research bodies, reviewing the ICMR-NIRBI Assistant Recruitment 2026 on Deputation for 4 Posts recruitment details provides helpful perspective on national-level vacancies.
The upper age ceiling for the Junior Research Fellow position is set at 32 years as on the closing date of applications, 20 October 2026.
Selected Junior Research Fellows will be entitled to a consolidated monthly stipend of Rs. 37,000/- per month. In addition to the base fellowship amount, House Rent Allowance (HRA) will be admissible as per institutional guidelines and Government of India project norms if campus accommodation is not provided.
The position is governed strictly by the sponsor agency's grant rules and does not confer any entitlement to permanent absorption or regularization in the service of NIT Kurukshetra or IIT Indore.
The recruitment process involves a four-stage assessment structured to evaluate the technical knowledge and research competence of applicants:
In accordance with the official notification (Advt. No. 31/2026), there is no application fee prescribed for any category of candidates. Applicants belonging to General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, and PwD categories can submit their applications free of cost.
Candidates must submit their candidatures via the official Google Form link provided by the Department of Computer Engineering, NIT Kurukshetra. Follow the step-by-step procedure below to ensure error-free submission:
Before initiating the form upload, candidates must verify that their digital dossier includes all essential documents in clear, legible resolution:
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