NIT Kurukshetra Recruitment 2026: 2 Junior Research Fellow Posts – Apply Online @ nitkkr.ac.in

Notice information

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Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

• NIT Kurukshetra has announced 02 vacancies for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under the SAKSHAM research project in the Department of Computer Engineering. Both positions carry the same pay structure.
• Note: The maximum age limit is 32 years as on the last date of application (20 October 2026). Age relaxation details are not specified in the notification.

Qualification for Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

• Option 1 – Post-graduation Route: Candidates must hold a Post-graduation degree in Engineering/Technology with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks or an average CGPA of 6.5 on a 10-point scale (for General candidates) from a UGC-recognized University/Institute/Autonomous body. For SC/ST/PwD candidates, the qualifying percentage is relaxed by 5% (i.e., 55%) or by a CGPA of 0.5 (i.e., 6.0) on a 10-point scale.
• Option 2 – Bachelor's Degree Route: Candidates with a Full-time Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology or equivalent with a minimum of 75% aggregate marks or 8.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale or equivalent.
• Final-Year Master's Candidates: Applicants in the final year of their Master's programme who have submitted their dissertation/thesis but do not yet have final-semester results are eligible to apply, provided they submit their results by 30 November 2026.
• Desirable Qualification: CSIR/UGC-NET or GATE qualification is preferred.

Selection Process & Written Test Exemption

• The selection process for the NIT Kurukshetra JRF recruitment 2026 consists of two stages conducted in physical (offline) mode at NIT Kurukshetra:
• Written Test (Physical Mode): The syllabus for the written examination in the respective disciplines is as per the GATE/NET curriculum. Candidates who have already qualified GATE, NET, or any other national-level examination are exempted from the written test and will be considered directly for the interview stage.
• Interview (Physical Mode): Candidates shortlisted after the written test (or exempted candidates) will appear for a personal interview at NIT Kurukshetra.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be informed about the exact written test and interview schedule via email. Candidates must ensure they provide a valid and functional email address in their application.
• No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the written test or interview.

How to Apply for NIT Kurukshetra JRF Recruitment 2026

• Download the application form in the prescribed format from the NIT Kurukshetra Advt. No. 31/2026 official notification PDF.
• Fill out the application form carefully with all required personal, academic, and project-related details.
• Scan all relevant educational certificates, mark sheets, and the completed application form properly into a single PDF file.
• Submit the consolidated PDF application file through the official Google Form link provided in the notification.
• Ensure the application is submitted on or before 20 October 2026, 11:59 PM. Incomplete or late applications will be rejected.

• NIT Kurukshetra Advt. No. 31/2026 official notification PDF ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Application Form filled in the prescribed format
• All relevant educational certificates and mark sheets scanned into a single PDF file
• Proof of Date of Birth (Matriculation Certificate / Birth Certificate)
• Post-graduation and/or Bachelor's degree certificates with consolidated mark sheets
• GATE / CSIR-UGC-NET scorecard (if applicable for written test exemption)
• Valid category / caste certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if claiming relaxation)
• Two recent passport-size photographs and a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)

Important Instructions

• Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will be rejected outright.
• The listed qualifications are minimum requirements and do not guarantee an invitation to the written test and/or interview.
• Final-year Master's students who are selected must submit their final-semester results by 30 November 2026.
• The applicant is solely responsible for the authenticity of all information and documents submitted.
• NIT Kurukshetra reserves the right to cancel the recruitment at any stage without assigning any reason.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the written test and interview schedule via email — no separate call letters will be posted by physical mail.

3. What is the application fee for NIT Kurukshetra JRF Recruitment?

• There is no application fee. The application process for the NIT Kurukshetra Junior Research Fellow post is completely free of cost for all categories.

4. What is the salary for NIT Kurukshetra Junior Research Fellow?

• The monthly remuneration for the JRF position is Rs. 37,000/- per month plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per institutional norms.

Important Links

• Download NIT Kurukshetra JRF Advt. No. 31/2026 Official Notification PDF
• Visit NIT Kurukshetra Official Website
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