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 JRF post at NIT Rourkela?

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 Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The last date for submitting the application is 10-Jul-2026.

Q3. What is the application fee for this recruitment?

Ans: The application fee details are As per official notification.

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

Ans: Candidates need a bachelor's degree in Engineering (any branch) / Medicine/Dental / Pharmacy / OR a MSc degree in Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Physics /Chemistry / Allied Sciences with 1st class in UG and PG degree and a valid GATE / NET / BET /GPAT score or any National level eligibility test.

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

Ans: The selection process involves shortlisting based on merit and project need, followed by an online interview for shortlisted candidates.

Q6. What is the age limit for applying to the JRF post?

Ans: The upper age limit is 30 years as on 10-Jul-2026, with relaxations for reserved categories.

Q7. 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, plus HRA if applicable.

Q8. How can I apply for the NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026?

Ans: Candidates must send a complete filled and signed application (soft copy) along with all required documents as a single PDF file via email to vermad@nitrkl.ac.in or vermad@gmail.com, mentioning the Advertisement No. in the subject line.

Q9. Is this a permanent position?

Ans: No, the engagement is purely on a temporary/contractual basis and co-terminus with the completion of the project.

Q10. Where will the selected candidate work?

Ans: The selected candidate will work on biomaterials development for bone tissue engineering, 3D bioprinting, cell culture, and preclinical evaluation of biomaterials for bone regeneration within the Department of Biotechnology and Medical Engineering at NIT Rourkela.