NIT Rourkela – Various Positions (JRF, PM, FA) – Contract – 29-10-2026 – 5 posts

Job Details

Number of Vacancies5
Last Date29-10-2026
Begin Date15-10-2026
Pay Scale₹37,000 to ₹42,000 per month (JRF); ₹60,000 per month (PM); ₹27,000 per month (FA)
Salary₹37,000/- per month (Years 1 & 2) and ₹42,000/- per month (Year 3 onwards) for JRF; ₹60,000/- per month for PM; ₹27,000/- per month for FA
Important Links
Maximum Age50
Form TypeOnline
AgencyNIT Rourkela
Other Dates
  • Notification Date: 15-10-2026
  • Last Date for Submission of Application: 29-10-2026
  • Test / Interview Date: 04-11-2026
  • Intimation of Selection by Email: 10-11-2026
  • Date of Joining: 30-11-2026
NotificationView Notification
Age LimitMax 50
EducationBachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc), Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Master of Engineering (M.E.), Master of Science (M.Sc), Master of Technology (M.Tech)
StateOdisha
AgencyNational Institute of Technology Rourkela
DepartmentTechnology
Job TypeContract
PositionField Assistant (FA), Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Project Manager (PM)
NIT Rourkela invites applications for 5 temporary project-based posts under the ANRF-PAIR project: 2 Junior Research Fellows, 1 Project Manager, and 2 Field Assistants. Posts are contractual and co-terminus with the 4-year project. Pay ranges from ₹27,000 (FA) to ₹60,000 (PM), with JRF receiving ₹37,000/month for first two years and ₹42,000/month thereafter. Candidates must send a combined PDF application by email by 29-10-2026. Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed (hybrid) on 04-11-2026; intimation is by 10-11-2026.

Vacancy Details

  • Junior Research Fellow (JRF): 2 vacancies
    Qualification: Post Graduate degree in basic science OR Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in Professional Course with qualification through national eligibility tests like CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or equivalent.
  • Project Manager (PM): 1 vacancies
    Qualification: Doctoral Degree in Science OR Master’s Degree in Engineering or Technology with minimum 5 years experience in project management in R&D/innovation/technology-driven environments.
  • Field Assistant (FA): 2 vacancies
    Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in any Science discipline (B.Sc.) OR 3-year Diploma in Engineering & Technology with minimum 55% marks; preference to B.E./B.Tech. or related disciplines.

Qualification Requirements

Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Post Graduate degree in basic science OR Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in Professional Course qualified through national eligibility tests such as CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or equivalent. Project Manager (PM): Doctoral Degree in Science OR Master’s Degree in Engineering or Technology with minimum 5 years project management experience in R&D/innovation/technology-driven environments. Field Assistant (FA): Bachelor’s Degree in any Science discipline (B.Sc.) OR 3-year Diploma in Engineering & Technology with minimum 55% marks; preference may be given to candidates with B.E./B.Tech. or degrees in Civil, Mechanical, Mining or allied disciplines.

Age Limits

  • Maximum Age: 50 years

Application Fees

  • All Categories: ₹0

Selection Process

  • Application Screening: Applications will be screened and shortlisted based on submitted documents and eligibility.
  • Interview (Hybrid): Shortlisted candidates will be called for a hybrid interview scheduled for 04-11-2026 at 11:00 AM at the department mentioned in Annexure-I of the notification; online or in-person interviews will be informed to shortlisted candidates.
  • Intimation: Selected candidates will be informed of selection by email (intimation date listed as 10-11-2026).
  • Joining: Date of joining is on or before 30-11-2026 as per notification.

How to Apply

  1. Prepare a detailed resume including qualifications, percentages, marksheets, certificates, research papers, and work experience.
  2. Combine all documents and the filled application into a single PDF file.
  3. Send the single PDF application via email to the address linked on the notification/website (link to https://nitrkl.ac.in provided on the page).
  4. Mention the Advertisement Number in the subject line of the email.
  5. Ensure submission on or before 29-10-2026. Do not send hard copies to the Institute.

Important Dates

  • Notification Date:
  • Last Date for Submission of Application:
  • Test / Interview Date:
  • Intimation of Selection by Email:
  • Date of Joining:

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the qualification requirements for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF)?

Candidates for JRF must have a Post Graduate degree in basic science OR a Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in a Professional Course qualified through national eligibility tests such as CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or equivalent central examinations.

How should I apply for these positions?

Prepare a detailed resume and combine all documents and the filled application into a single PDF, then send the PDF via email to the address linked on the notification/website and mention the Advertisement Number in the email subject. Ensure submission on or before 29-10-2026; no hard copies are required.

What is the last date to apply?

The last date to submit the application by email is 29-10-2026.

What is the selection process?

Applications will be screened and shortlisted; shortlisted candidates will be called for a hybrid interview scheduled for 04-11-2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed for online or in-person interview.

What is the salary or pay scale for the posts?

JRFs receive ₹37,000/month for the first two years and ₹42,000/month from the third year; the Project Manager is paid ₹60,000/month; Field Assistants receive ₹27,000/month plus HRA as per ANRF norms.

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