NIT Rourkela Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Field Assistant, Junior Research Fellow and More Posts

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• Updated October 15, 2026 12:56 PM
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• Applications closed on 29 October 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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• National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) has notified 5 total vacancies, including 2 Junior Research Fellow posts on a contract basis. The engagement is purely on a temporary or contractual basis and co-terminus with the completion of the project, with a pay of 37,000.00 - 42,000.00 for the Junior Research Fellow post. Candidates applying for the Junior Research Fellow position must hold a Post Graduate degree in basic science or a Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in Professional Course with NET/GATE or equivalent central exam, and be below 30 years as on the last date of receipt of applications. Eligible applicants must send the complete filled and signed application form with documents by email on or before 29 October 2026.

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Vacancy Details

• The recruitment offers multiple project-based positions under the ANRF-PAIR project. The breakdown of vacancies across various roles is as follows:

How to Apply for NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow

• Prepare a detailed resume including qualifications, percentage of marks, division, mark sheets, certificates, research papers, and work experience.
• Combine all documents and the filled application into a single PDF file.
• Send the application via email to [email protected].
• Mention the Advertisement Number in the subject line of the email.
• Ensure submission on or before 29 October 2026. No hard copies are required to be sent to the Institute.

Selection and Interview

• Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. The interview mode is hybrid and is scheduled for 04 November 2026 at 11:00 AM at the department mentioned in Annexure-I of the notification. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed for the online or in-person interview. NIT Rourkela will not pay travel expenses for attending the interview.

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• Engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the completion of the project. No hard copies of the application need to be sent by post. Candidates appearing for their final examination may apply, provided the qualifying degree result is submitted by 30 November 2026. Selected candidates are required to register for the Ph.D. programme. Mereness of minimum qualification does not guarantee an invitation to the interview.

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Q1. How many total vacancies are available in this recruitment?

• There are a total of 5 vacancies advertised across different posts, which include 2 Junior Research Fellow posts, 1 Project Manager post, and 2 Field Assistant posts.

Q3. What is the essential qualification for the Junior Research Fellow post?

• Candidates must hold a Post Graduate degree in basic science or a Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in Professional Course selected through National Eligibility Tests like CSIR-UGC NET or GATE, or central government exams.

Q4. What is the upper age limit for the Junior Research Fellow position?

• The upper age limit for applying is below 30 years as on the last date of receipt of applications, with relaxation up to 5 years for SC, ST, PWD, and female applicants, and 3 years for OBC non-creamy layer candidates.

Q5. What salary will be paid to the Junior Research Fellow?

• The Junior Research Fellow receives a consolidated salary of ₹37,000/- per month for the first and second years, and ₹42,000/- per month from the third year onwards.

Q6. Is there any application fee required to apply?

• The notification does not mention any application fee for applying to these project positions.