National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) has published notification number NITR / 2026 / Advt.- 25BM038 / L / 081 for 1 temporary and project-based vacancy of Project Research Scientist – I (Non-Medical). Candidates possessing a Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees or Four Years Graduate Degree in Engineering / IT / CS are eligible to apply. The monthly pay for the post is specified as Rs. 56,000.00. Applicants must submit the completed filled and signed application soft copy with required documents as a single PDF file by email with ‘Advertisement No.’ in the subject line on or before 14 October 2026. The selection process involves short-listing of eligible candidates followed by a walk-in offline interview or online interview if required, with reporting scheduled for 14 October 2026 at 10:00 AM at Department of Biotechnology and Medical Engg., NIT Rourkela.
1. Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degrees. 2. For Engineering / IT / CS – Four Years Graduate Degree.
Desirable Qualification: Research Expertise in 3D bioprinting, biomaterials and tissue engineering, cell culture techniques.
NIT Rourkela Age Limit
The upper age limit for applying for the award of project position shall be 35 years.
Age Relaxation
Category
Relaxation
Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes / PWD and Female applicants
Relaxed up to 5 years
Other Backward Classes (Non-creamy layer candidates)
Relaxed up to 3 years
Upper age limit shall be reckoned as on the last date of receipt of applications.
NIT Rourkela Salary
Post
Pay Level / Pay
Project Research Scientist – I (Non-Medical)
Rs. 56,000.00/- per month (+ HRA @ NA %)
NIT Rourkela Selection Process
The selection process consists of short-listing of eligible candidates followed by an offline walk-in interview or online interview if required.
Short-listing of eligible candidates based on merit and need of the project.
Walk-in (offline) interview or online interview if necessary.
How to Apply for NIT Rourkela Recruitment
Check eligibility criteria for the Project Research Scientist – I (Non-Medical) post from the official notification.
Prepare a single PDF file containing the completed filled and signed application soft copy along with required qualification certificates, mark-sheets, research papers (if any), and work experience certificates.
Send the application email to the principal investigator email address (Application Email) with ‘Advertisement No.’ in the subject line.
Ensure the application is submitted on or before 14-Oct-2026.
Attend the walk-in interview on 14-Oct-2026 at 10:00 AM at the Department of Biotechnology and Medical Engg., NIT Rourkela, if shortlisted.
Documents Required
Completed and signed application form (soft copy for email submission)
Mark-sheets and certificates of educational qualifications
Research papers (if any)
Work experience certificate (if any)
NIT Rourkela Important Instructions
Engagement will be purely on a temporary / contractual basis and co-terminus with the completion of the project.
Mere possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee invitation to the interview.
Selection / Joining will be cancelled in case of any suppression of information / document submitted.
Candidates may contact the institute if any clarification is required on eligibility regarding the above post.
All 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.
