NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Find quick answers to common questions about the NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026.

Q1. What is the total number of vacancies for the NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026?

Ans: There is a total of 01 vacancy for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for the NIT Rourkela JRF position?

Ans: The last date for submitting the application is 12 Jul 2026.

Q3. What is the application fee for the NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment?

Ans: As per official notification.

Q4. What are the essential educational qualifications required for the JRF post?

Ans: Candidates must have M. Tech / M.E. / M. Tech. [R] / M.S. [R] (after B. Tech / B.E.) in CSE/IT/Equivalent with GATE Score/B.Tech (AI and ML) with 60% marks or 6.5/10 CGPA at both B.E. / B. Tech and M.E. / M. Tech levels. (Or) B. Tech / B.E. in CSE/IT with GATE score in CS/IT/AI & DS and CGPA above 7.0 / 10 or marks above 65%. (Or) M. Sc. (with GATE) or MCA (with GATE) in Computer Science / Information Technology with CGPA 6.5/60%.

Q5. What is the selection process for the Junior Research Fellow position at NIT Rourkela?

Ans: The selection process involves shortlisting based on merit and project need, followed by an Online Interview.

Q6. When is the online interview scheduled for the JRF position?

Ans: The online interview is scheduled for 14 Jul 2026 at 10:00 AM.

Q7. What is the official website for NIT Rourkela?

Ans: The official website for NIT Rourkela is

Q8. What is the age limit for applying to the JRF post?

Ans: The upper age limit for applying is 32 years, with relaxations for certain categories.

Q9. What is the salary offered for the Junior Research Fellow position?

Ans: The salary is INR 37,000.00 /- per month for Year 1 & 2, and INR 42,000.00 /- per month for Year 3 & 4, plus HRA (if applicable).

Q10. Is the engagement permanent or temporary?

Ans: The engagement will be purely on a temporary / contractual basis and co-terminus with the completion of the project.