NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) has published a notification for 1 project-based Junior Research Fellow (JRF) vacancy under advertisement number NITR / SR / 2026 / Advt.- 26CS050 / L / 082. Candidates can apply online by sending the complete filled and signed application with documents to the specified email ID on or before 25 October 2026, mentioning the advertisement number on the email subject link. The notified pay is Rs. 37,000.00 / – per month for Year 1 & 2 and Rs. 42,000.00 / – per month for Year 3 & 4. The selection process consists of shortlisting based on qualifications and requirements followed by an online interview on 28 October 2026.

NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Overview

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NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Vacancy Details

There is a total of 1 vacancy available for the project titled “CHAAYANKAN: Comprehensive AI-based Geospatial Data Analytics for Tea Plantation Monitoring”.

NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Eligibility Criteria

NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Qualification

Desirable Qualification and Skillset

• GATE score in CS/IT/AI & DS / Equivalent
• Adequate knowledge in AI/ML and efficiency in developing software with programming languages such as Python.
• Sound knowledge in Mathematics.
• Working knowledge of Remote Sensing and GIS.
• JRF candidate may eligible for Ph.D. enrollment subject to fulfillment of the institute regulations.
• The place of work would be at RRSC-East, ISRO, Kolkata.

NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Age Limit

The upper age limit for applying for the award of project position shall be 28 years.

Age Relaxation

Upper age limit shall be reckoned as on the last date of receipt of applications.

NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Salary

NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Application Fee

The notification does not mention any application fee.

NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Selection Process

The selection process consists of shortlisting based on required qualifications and experience, followed by an online interview.

• Shortlisted candidates will be informed for Online interview.
• No separate interview call letter will be issued to individual candidates beyond email/online notification.

How to Apply for NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

1. Go to the NIT Rourkela official website and navigate to Faculty & Staff, SRICCE, Career, and Notices sections.
2. Read the advertisement details carefully before filling out the form.
3. Complete the application form and prepare signed and scanned copies of educational qualification certificates (mark-sheets and/or certificates), research papers (if any), work experience certificate (if any), and other relevant documents.
4. Merge all documents into a single PDF file.
5. Send the completed application and signed application (soft copy) with supporting documents via email to [email protected] (with copies to [email protected]).
6. Mention “Advertisement No.” on the subject link of the email.
7. Ensure the application reaches the institute on or before the last date of 25-Oct-2026. No hard copies of application(s) are required to be sent to the institute.

Documents Required

• Completed application form (signed soft copy)
• Educational qualification certificates and mark-sheets
• Research papers (if any)
• Work experience certificates (if any)
• Other relevant documents supporting qualifications

NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Important Instructions

• Engagement will be purely on temporary / contractual basis and co-terminus with the completion of the project.
• Period of experience in a discipline / area of work, wherever prescribed, shall be counted after the date of acquiring the minimum prescribed educational qualifications for that position.
• Mere possession of minimum qualification does not guarantee invitation to the interview.
• Candidates will be short listed based on merit and need of the project. Selection / Joining will be cancelled in case of any suppression of information / document submitted.
• NIT Rourkela reserves the right to fix higher criteria for short-listing of eligible candidates from those satisfying advertised qualification and requirement of the project.
• Any clarification required on eligibility regarding the above post, the candidate may contact in the above mentioned details.
• Other terms & conditions governed as per guidelines issued by the funding agency for the engagement of above position as amended from time to time shall be in force towards this temporary recruitment.

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