Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat
— Department of Chemical Engineering
Overview of SVNIT Surat JRF and Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026
Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT), Surat, has released a notification for the recruitment of one position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) or Project Associate-I under a sponsored project. This is a contractual engagement, and the selection will be based on a walk-in interview process.
Eligibility for SVNIT Surat Research Positions
Candidates must ensure they meet the specific academic requirements before appearing for the interview:
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | M.E./M.Tech./M.Sc. with First Class (min 60% or 6.5 CGPA) in Chemical/Environmental/Biotechnology Engineering or Biochemical Science, plus valid CSIR-UGC NET/GATE qualification. |
| Project Associate-I | M.E./M.Tech./M.Sc. with First Class (min 60% or 6.5 CGPA) in the specified streams. NET/GATE qualification is not mandatory for this category. |
Age Limit: The maximum age limit for applicants is 35 years. Age relaxation for reserved categories follows Government of India norms.
Remuneration Details
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Rs. 37,000 per month + HRA for the first two years; Rs. 42,000 per month + HRA for the third year.
- Project Associate-I: Rs. 30,000 per month + HRA for the first two years; Rs. 33,000 per month + HRA for the third year.
Walk-in Interview and Application Process
Candidates are required to attend the walk-in interview on 20 July 2026. It is essential to carry original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies, including educational testimonials, age proof, and category certificates (if applicable). Failure to produce original certificates may lead to disqualification during document verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the NET/GATE qualification mandatory for all posts?
- No. The NET/GATE qualification is mandatory only for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position. Candidates applying for Project Associate-I are exempt from this requirement.
- What is the mode of selection?
- The selection process is purely through a walk-in interview. No prior online application submission is specified in the notification.
Download the official notification to check the venue details and appear directly for the walk-in interview on 20 July 2026 with all original documents.
