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1 Junior Research Fellow (Department of Mechanical Engineering) vacancy at National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela)
Applications are invited by National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) for filling 1 contractual post of Junior Research Fellow (Department of Mechanical Engineering) under a research project. Last Date for submission of applications is 22-02-2026.
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (Department of Mechanical Engineering) |
| Project Name | Design and Development of UV-Assisted Self-Cleaning Filters Using Ceramic Membranes for Recycling Circulated Water Blowdown from Thermal Power Plants |
| Project Description | This project aims to use advanced science to develop "next-generation" ceramic membranes that can clean themselves using ultraviolet light. The research team is working hard to test how these membranes can pull clean water out of the waste produced by thermal power plants. This research is funded by NLC India Limited to support the development of next-generation tools for the energy sector. Through this medical research into material behavior, the team hopes to provide a better treatment for industrial waste by building a system that stays efficient for a long time, reducing the need for expensive repairs or chemical cleaning. |
| Duration | 2 Years |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification |
- B.Tech./BE in any branch; OR
- M.Tech./ME in any branch; OR
- MBA (with NET) in Operations Management specialization; OR
- M.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Life Science, Electronics, Computer Science, Data Science, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Environmental Science.
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| Monthly Salary | Rs 37,000/- per month + HRA (if applicable) |
| Age Limit | maximum 28 years as on 22-02-2026 |
| Selection Process | Selection will be done through interviews conducted after initial shortlisting based on academic qualifications. |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| How to Apply | Application is to be submitted by creating single PDF file containing filled and signed form, educational marksheets, and degree certificates. Research papers and experience documents should also be included (if available). Email PDF to k.bukke@gmail.com with subject line: "Advertisement No. SR-25-ME-053". Every candidate must complete submission on or before 22-02-2026. Ensuring all documents are merged into one file is necessary for valid entry. |
| Last Date to Apply | 22-02-2026 |
| Interview Date | 22-02-2026 (11 AM) |
| Contact | Prof. Bukke Kiran Naik (Principal Investigator); Email: k.bukke@gmail.com |
| Job Location | Rourkela (Odisha) |
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1 Project Assistant (Department of Electronics Communication Engineering) vacancy at National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela)
Applications are invited by National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) for filling 1 contractual post of Project Assistant (Department of Electronics Communication Engineering) under a research project. Last Date for submission of applications is 23-02-2026.
| Post Name | Project Assistant (Department of Electronics Communication Engineering) |
| Project Name | Design and Fabrication of Signal Conditioning ASIC for MEMS Accelerometer |
| Project Description | This project focuses on building tiny computer chips that can talk to special sensors used to measure movement and speed. By designing "analog integrated circuits" that clean up and translate signals from a MEMS accelerometer, the research into structural health aims to make sure that defense systems have highly accurate information. This project is funded by the Research Centre Imarat (RCI), DRDO to ensure that the nation has the best technology for monitoring motion in high-tech devices. The goal is to provide a better treatment for our national security infrastructure by creating reliable signal conditioning chips, helping the whole community benefit from smarter and safer navigation technology. |
| Duration | 2 Years (co-terminus with project) |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification |
- B.E./B. Tech. in Electronics/Electrical/Instrumentation or similar fields with minimum 60% marks OR
- M.E./M. Tech. in Electronics/Electrical/Instrumentation or similar with specialization in VLSI/Instrumentation/Electronics/Electrical or similar with minimum 60% marks.
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| Monthly Salary | Rs 20000 |
| Age Limit | maximum 35 years (relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PWD/Female; 3 years for OBC-NCL) |
| Selection Process | Candidates will be shortlisted initially on the basis of academic qualifications, followed by an interview. |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| How to Apply | Application must be submitted by emailing the duly filled and signed form along with supporting documents such as educational qualifications, mark sheets, research papers, and experience certificates to sougatakar@gmail.com . All documents should be combined into a single PDF file, and the email subject line must clearly mention “Advertisement No. NITR/SR/2025/Advt 25EC051.” The complete application should reach on or before 23-02-2026. Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email regarding the online interview. |
| Last Date to Apply | 23-02-2026 |
| Contact | Prof. Sougata Kar (Principal Investigator); Email: sougatakar@gmail.com |
| Job Location | Rourkela (Odisha) |
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1 Junior Research Fellow (Department of Earth Atmospheric Sciences) vacancy at National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela)
Applications are invited by National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) for filling 1 contractual post of Junior Research Fellow (Department of Earth Atmospheric Sciences) under a research project. Last Date for submission of applications is 27-02-2026.
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (Department of Earth Atmospheric Sciences) |
| Project Name | Constraining the genesis and evolution of magma at Moho Transition Zone of the Neotethyan oceanic lithosphere (Project Code: SR/25/ER/001) |
| Project Description | This project focuses on exploring the hidden layers of the Earth's crust to understand how molten rock, or magma, was created millions of years ago. By traveling to hilly areas to collect and study ancient rocks from the "Moho Transition Zone," the research into national science and geological history aims to uncover the secrets of how the ocean floor was formed in the Neotethyan region. This project is funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) to ensure that our nation leads the way in understanding the powerful forces that shape our planet. The goal is to provide a better treatment for our national geological records by analyzing the chemistry of these rocks, helping the whole community enjoy a more stable and technologically advanced future. |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification | M.Sc. / M.Sc Tech degree in Geology / Applied Geology or Integrated M.Sc. / M.Sc. Tech. / M. Tech. / BS-MS degree in Geology/Applied Geology and Qualified GATE / CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship |
| Monthly Salary | Rs 37000 |
| Age Limit | maximum 28 years as on 27-02-2026 |
| Selection Process | Preliminary shortlisting will be done on the basis of academic qualifications, and selection will be finalized through interviews. |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| How to Apply | Applications must be submitted by emailing a duly filled and signed soft copy of the application as a single consolidated PDF file to ovungtn@nitrkl.ac.in and ayan_ovung@yahoo.com . Candidates should attach relevant mark sheets, research papers, and work experience certificates for proper screening. The email must be sent with the subject line “NITR / SR / 2025 / Advt.- 25ER001 / L / 119”. The application should be submitted on or before 27-02-2026. |
| Last Date to Apply | 27-02-2026 |
| Interview Date | 02-03-2026 (09:30 AM) |
| Interview Venue | Online |
| Contact | Prof. Thungyani N Ovung (Principal Investigator); Email IDs : ovungtn@nitrkl.ac.in/ ayan_ovung@yahoo.com |
| Job Location | Rourkela, Odisha |
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1 Junior Research Fellow (Department of Electrical Engineering) vacancy at National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela)
Applications are being accepted by National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) for 1 contractual post of Junior Research Fellow (Department of Electrical Engineering) under a research project. The last date for submission of applications is 27-02-2026.
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (Department of Electrical Engineering) |
| Project Name | Optimized Thermal Management of BESS with BMS and Design, Development of Smart Inverter for Defense Microgrid Application |
| Project Description | This project focuses on making sure that large battery systems used by the military stay cool and work safely even in difficult conditions. By improving how we manage heat and building "smart" power converters, the research into industrial health aims to provide a steady supply of energy for defense microgrids. This project is funded by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) to ensure that the nation has the best technology for storing renewable energy and keeping our defense systems powered up. The goal is to provide a better treatment for our national security infrastructure by designing electronics that do not overheat, helping the whole community benefit from more reliable and efficient power systems. |
| Duration | 3 Years (co-terminus with project) |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification |
- M.Tech/ME/M.S. in Electrical / Control Engineering / Energy Engineering or equivalent OR
- B.Tech/BE in Electrical / Control Engineering or equivalent with CGPA minimum 7.00/10 + valid GATE score
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| Monthly Salary | - Year 1 & 2: Rs 37,000/- per month
- Year 3: Rs 42,000/- per month
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| Age Limit | maximum 28 years (relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PWD/Female; 3 years for OBC-NCL) |
| Selection Process | Selection will be based on interviews conducted after preliminary shortlisting on the basis of academic qualifications. |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| How to Apply | Candidates are required to apply by sending scanned copies of degrees, certificates, and research papers in one consolidated PDF to pattnaikm@nitrkl.ac.in . The email subject line must clearly mention “Advertisement No. NITR/SR/2025/Advt 25EE033” for proper identification during recruitment. The duly filled application should reach on or before 27-02-2026. |
| Last Date to Apply | 27-02-2026 |
| Interview Date | 02-03-2026 (10 AM) |
| Interview Venue | Online |
| Contact | Prof. Monalisa Pattnaik (Principal Investigator); Email: pattnaikm@nitrkl.ac.in |
| Job Location | Rourkela (Odisha) |
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1 Senior Research Fellow (Department of Electronics Communication Engineering) vacancy at National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela)
Eligible candidates may apply for 1 contractual post of Senior Research Fellow (Department of Electronics Communication Engineering) at National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) under a research project. The closing date for receipt of applications is 01-03-2026.
| Post Name | Senior Research Fellow (Department of Electronics Communication Engineering) |
| Project Name | Development of metal scrap sorting framework utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Computer Vision (CV) techniques |
| Project Description | This project focuses on using "robot eyes" and smart computer programs to help sort different types of metal scrap so they can be recycled more easily. By using Artificial Intelligence to tell the difference between aluminum, copper, and steel, the research into community health and environmental safety aims to reduce waste and save our natural resources. This project is funded by the Ministry of Mines to ensure that our nation has the most modern and green technology for the recycling industry. The goal is to provide a better treatment for our national recycling standards by building a digital system that sorts metal faster than humans, helping the whole community enjoy a more stable and healthy future. |
| Duration | 2 years (Project closing date: 31 December 2027) |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification |
- BTech (with GATE) / MTech in Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Telecommunication / Electronics & Instrumentation / Computer Science and Engineering / Information Technology / Biomedical / Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering / allied
- MSc / MCA (with GATE/Any National Level fellowship/NET/INSPIRE etc.) in Mathematics / Applied Mathematics / Statistics / Industrial Mathematics / Maths and Computing / Electronics / Computer Science / Information Technology / Physics / Biomedical / allied with minimum 60% marks
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| Monthly Salary | Rs 42000 |
| Age Limit | maximum 32 years as on 01-03-2026 |
| Selection Process | Selection will be done through interviews conducted after initial shortlisting based on academic qualifications. |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| How to Apply | Candidates are required to submit their application by emailing a properly filled and signed soft copy in a single consolidated PDF file to the designated email addresses : okadem@nitrkl.ac.in. The email should include mark sheets, research publications, and work experience certificates for verification. The subject line must clearly mention “NITR/SR/2025/Advt.-25EC056/L/113”. The application email must be sent on or before 01-03-2026. |
| Last Date to Apply | 01-03-2026 |
| Interview Date | 04-03-2026 (11 AM) |
| Interview Venue | Online |
| Contact | Prof. Manish Okade (Principal Investigator); Email IDs : okadem@nitrkl.ac.in |
| Job Location | Rourkela, Odisha |
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1 Junior Research Fellow (Department of Civil Engineering) vacancy at National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela)
National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) has invited applications for filling 1 contractual post of Junior Research Fellow (Department of Civil Engineering) under a research project. Interested candidates must submit their applications by 04-03-2026.
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (Department of Civil Engineering) |
| Project Name | Field Test Sections of Asphalt-Rubber Pavement Systems: Design, Construction, and Performance Monitoring |
| Project Description | This project focuses on building better, longer-lasting roads by mixing recycled rubber into asphalt to create a tougher pavement surface. By testing these "asphalt-rubber" systems on real road sections, the research into structural health aims to make our highways smoother and more resistant to cracks and potholes. This project is funded by the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) to ensure that the nation has a strong and reliable network of roads for all travelers. The goal is to provide a better treatment for our national infrastructure by using sustainable materials, helping the whole community enjoy a more stable and safe driving experience. |
| Duration | 3 Years (co-terminus with project) |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification |
- B.Tech./B.E. in Civil Engineering with minimum CGPA 7.0 or 65%
- M.E./M.Tech. in Transportation Engineering or equivalent with minimum CGPA 6.5 or 60%
- First class career throughout
- Must have passed Mathematics in +2 Science or Diploma
- GATE / DST-INSPIRE / national fellowship qualified or JRF/SRF in any research project
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| Monthly Salary | - Year 1 & 2: Rs 37,000/- per month
- Year 3: Rs 42,000/- per month
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| Age Limit | maximum 28 years (relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PWD/Female; 3 years for OBC-NCL) |
| Selection Process | Interviews will be held for candidates shortlisted initially on the basis of their academic qualifications. |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| How to Apply | Application must be submitted by emailing the duly filled and signed form along with supporting documents such as educational qualifications, mark sheets, research papers, and experience certificates to sahag@nitrkl.ac.in . All documents should be combined into a single PDF file, and the email subject line must clearly mention “Advertisement No. NITR/SR/2025/Advt 25CE041.” The complete application should reach on or before 04-03-2026. |
| Last Date to Apply | 04-03-2026 |
| Interview Date | 11-03-2026 (10:30 AM) |
| Interview Venue | Department of Civil Engineering, NIT Rourkela, Odisha – 769008 |
| Contact | Prof. Gourab Saha (Principal Investigator); Email: sahag@nitrkl.ac.in |
| Job Location | Rourkela (Odisha) |
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