National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) has currently issued 5 live job notices with 5 open vacancies. Details are provided below.
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1 Junior Research Fellow (Earth and Atmospheric Sciences) 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 (Earth and Atmospheric Sciences) under a research project. Interested candidates must submit their applications by 12-05-2026.
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (Earth and Atmospheric Sciences) |
| Project Name | Imprint of mesoscale and submesoscale eddies on ocean-atmosphere interactions in the North Indian Ocean coastal waters using NISAR measurements |
| Project Description | This study examines how swirling ocean currents, known as eddies, influence the exchange of energy between the sea and the sky. It uses advanced radar data from the NISAR satellite to track these water movements along the Indian coastline. This research is funded by ISRO. |
| Duration | Up to 10-Mar-2029 |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification | - M.Sc./M.Tech. in Atmospheric Science, Meteorology, Oceanography, Physics or related subjects with 60% marks or 6.50 CGPA with GATE or NET of UGC/CSIR or any national level exam.
- Valid GATE score or NET certificate of CSIR/UGC/ICMR/DBT/ICAR (LS/JRF).
- Final year/result awaited students may apply.
- Desirable: M.Sc./M.Tech. in Atmospheric Science/Atmosphere and Ocean Science/Meteorology/Oceanography/Climate Science/Equivalent; knowledge in data analysis using MATLAB or Python and Deep learning methods.
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| Monthly Salary | Rs 37,000.00 per month (+ HRA @ NA % if applicable) |
| Age Limit | maximum 28 years |
| Selection Process | Final selection will be made through interviews, which will be conducted after the preliminary shortlisting of candidates based on their academic qualifications. |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| How to Apply | Candidates are required to submit the completed and signed application form along with supporting documents, including mark sheets and/or certificates of educational qualifications, research publications (if any), and work experience certificates (if applicable). All documents must be compiled into a single PDF file and sent by email to vissan@nitrkl.ac.in. The subject line of the email should clearly state the "Advertisement No.". |
| Last Date to Apply | 12-05-2026 |
| Interview Date | 14-05-2026 (10 AM) |
| Interview Venue | Online |
| Contact | Prof. Nanesh Krishna Vissa (Principal Investigator); Email ID: vissan@nitrkl.ac.in |
| Job Location | Rourkela (Odisha) |
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1 Junior Research Fellow vacancy at National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela)
National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) is inviting applications from eligible candidates for 1 post of Junior Research Fellow on fixed-term basis under a research project. Applications will be accepted up to 20-05-2026.
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow |
| Project Name | Design and Development of UV-Assisted Self-Cleaning Filters Using Ceramic Membranes for Recycling Circulated Water Blowdown from Thermal Power Stations |
| Project Description | This project focuses on the advancement of industrial water treatment and sustainable energy operations. It aims to achieve a high-efficiency method for recycling blowdown water—water removed from cooling towers to prevent mineral buildup—by using advanced ceramic membranes. This research is funded by NLC India Limited. |
| Duration | Up to 05-Jan-2028 |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification | - Post Graduate degree in basic science OR Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in Professional Course selected through National Eligibility Tests - CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE.
- Desirable: Good knowledge on membrane fabrication, characterization and synthesis; experience in using simulation software (ANSYS Fluent/COMSOL).
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| Monthly Salary | Rs 37000 |
| Age Limit | maximum 28 years |
| Selection Process | Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of their academic qualifications, and those selected will be invited to attend an interview. |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| How to Apply | The duly filled and signed application (soft copy) should be prepared along with documents related to educational qualifications (mark sheets and/or certificates), research publications, if any, and work experience certificates, where applicable. All documents must be compiled into a single PDF file and sent by email to naikkb@nitrkl.ac.in. The subject line of the email should clearly mention the "Advertisement No." |
| Last Date to Apply | 20-05-2026 |
| Interview Date | 28-05-2026 (10:30 AM) |
| Contact | Prof. Bukke Kiran Naik (Principal Investigator); Email ID: naikkb@nitrkl.ac.in |
| Job Location | Rourkela (Odisha) |
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1 Technical Assistant (Mechanical Engineering Department) vacancy at National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela)
Applications will be accepted from eligible candidates for 1 post of Technical Assistant (Mechanical Engineering Department) on fixed-term basis under a research project at National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela). Last date to submit Applications is 20-05-2026.
| Post Name | Technical Assistant (Mechanical Engineering Department) |
| Project Name | Development of Split AC - Desiccant Hybrid System, Ducted Split AC - Desiccant Hybrid Systems, and M-Cycle (Dew-Point Evaporative Cooling) System |
| Project Description | This project focuses on the advancement of sustainable cooling technologies and energy-efficient HVAC systems. It aims to achieve the development of hybrid air conditioning systems that combine traditional split units with desiccant dehumidification and M-Cycle evaporative cooling. This research is funded by Blue Star Limited. |
| Duration | Up to 09-Jan-2027 |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification | - Bachelor's degree (B.Tech) in Mechanical Engineering from recognized institution OR
- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with 2 years experience with entire career First class.
- Desirable: Hands-on experience in operating and handling laboratory instruments and technical systems; basic working knowledge of data acquisition systems, relevant software tools and simulation platforms.
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| Monthly Salary | Rs 12,000 |
| Age Limit | maximum 28 years |
| Selection Process | Candidates will first be shortlisted on the basis of their academic qualifications. Interviews will then be conducted for those who are selected in this preliminary stage. |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| How to Apply | The completed and signed application (soft copy) should be prepared along with documents related to educational qualifications (mark sheets and/or certificates), research publications, if any, and work experience certificates, where applicable. All materials must be compiled into a single PDF file and submitted by email to naikkb@nitrkl.ac.in. The subject line of the email must clearly mention the "Advertisement No." |
| Last Date to Apply | 20-05-2026 |
| Interview Date | 28-05-2026 (11 AM) |
| Contact | Prof. Bukke Kiran Naik (Principal Investigator); Email ID: naikkb@nitrkl.ac.in |
| Job Location | Rourkela (Odisha) |
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1 Junior Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering Department) vacancy at National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela)
Eligible candidates may apply for 1 contractual post of Junior Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering Department) at National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) under a research project. The closing date for receipt of applications is 24-05-2026.
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering Department) |
| Project Name | Development of state-of-the-art In-silico model to achieve targeted drug delivery against viral respiratory disorders |
| Project Description | This project focuses on the advancement of biomedical engineering and computational fluid dynamics. It aims to achieve a high-efficiency in-silico model that can predict how drugs move through the human respiratory tract to reach specific viral infection sites. The study identifies pathways for treating respiratory disorders more effectively by ensuring the medication reaches the deep lungs. This research is funded by ANRF. |
| Duration | Up to 25-Mar-2029 |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification | - First class B.E./B.Tech (Thermal/Aerospace/Chemical/Biotechnology and medical engineering or related branches) OR
- First class B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical/Aerospace/Chemical/Biotechnology and medical engineering or other related branches) OR
- M.Sc. (Maths/Physics) selected through National Eligibility Examinations conducted by Central Government Departments (DBT, DST, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER etc.).
- Desirable: GATE/NET qualified; understanding of CFD, fluid mechanics, heat transfer; applied mathematics (numerical analysis, differential equations), AI/ML techniques, scientific programming (Python, MATLAB).
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| Monthly Salary | Rs 37000/- + HRA |
| Age Limit | maximum 28 years |
| Selection Process | Preliminary shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of academic qualifications, and the final selection will be determined through interviews. |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| How to Apply | Candidates are required to submit the duly filled and signed application (soft copy) along with documents related to educational qualifications (mark sheets and/or certificates), research publications, if any, and work experience certificates, where applicable. All documents must be compiled into a single PDF file and sent by email to patelks@nitrkl.ac.in. The subject line of the email should clearly mention the "Advertisement No." |
| Last Date to Apply | 24-05-2026 |
| Interview Date | 28-05-2026 (10 AM) |
| Contact | Prof. Kishore Singh Patel (Principal Investigator); Email ID: patelks@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)
Applications are invited by National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) for filling 1 contractual post of Junior Research Fellow (Department of Civil Engineering) under a research project. Last Date for submission of applications is 21-06-2026.
| 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 study focuses on using rubber-modified asphalt to build more durable and sustainable roads. It involves designing experimental road stretches, supervising their construction, and tracking their long-term health under heavy traffic. This research is funded by the National Highway Authority of India. |
| Duration | Up to 30-Oct-2028 |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification | - B.Tech/B.E in Civil Engineering with minimum CGPA 7.0 or 65% and M.E/M.Tech in Transportation Engineering/equivalent with minimum CGPA 6.5 or 60% from recognized technical institute/university with 1st class career throughout.
- Reserved Category (PWD/SC/ST) may be relaxed 0.5 CGPA or 5% at +2 level.
- Desirable:
- Good knowledge on Pavement Engineering (Pavement materials, Design, Characterization of Asphalt Mixtures);
- experience in related field;
- qualified in GATE or national level fellowship tests (DST-INSPIRE etc.) or joined as JRF/SRF in research project.
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| Monthly Salary | - Rs 37,000.00 per month for Year 1 & 2;
- Rs 42,000.00 per month (as per content - third year rate not clearly specified) + HRA @ NA % if applicable
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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 conducted for candidates who are initially shortlisted on the basis of their academic qualifications. |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| How to Apply | The duly filled and signed application form, along with documents relating to educational qualifications (mark sheets and/or certificates), research publications (if any), and work experience certificates (if applicable), must be compiled into a single PDF file. This PDF should be sent by email to the addresses provided below, with the subject line clearly mentioning the "Advertisement No."
Email IDs: saha@nitrkl.ac.in; mr.gourab.saha@gmail.com |
| Last Date to Apply | 21-06-2026 |
| Interview Date | 25-06-2026 (11 AM) |
| Interview Venue | Department of Civil Engineering, NIT Rourkela, Sector 1, Rourkela, Sundergarh Dist., Odisha 769 008 |
| Contact | Prof. Gourab Saha (Principal Investigator); Email ID: saha@nitrkl.ac.in |
| Job Location | Rourkela (Odisha) |
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