Eligibility
| Criteria | Requirement |
| Education | M.Sc. or M.Tech from a recognized university in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science or Oceanography with at least 60% marks. Candidate should clear NET or GATE or any CETI Exam. |
| Nationality | As per official notification |
| Final Year | As per official notification |
| Additional | As per official notification |
Age Limit
The maximum age limit for candidates is 28 years. | Category | Age Limit |
| Maximum Age Limit | 28 years |
| Age Relaxation (SC/ST/PWD/Female) | Up to 5 years |
| Age Relaxation (OBC Non-creamy layer) | 3 years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| All Candidates | As per official notification |
Selection Process
The selection for the Junior Research Fellow position will be based on an online interview. | Stage | Process |
| Stage 1 | Online Interview |
Salary
The monthly stipend for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions is as follows: | Post Name | Pay Scale |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (Year 1 & 2) | Rs. 37,000.00 per month |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (Year 3) | Rs. 42,000.00 per month |
Documents Required
Candidates must prepare the following documents for their application: - Complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
- Self-attested copies of all educational certificates.
- Self-attested copies of experience certificates (if applicable).
- Self-attested copy of ID proof.
- Recent passport-size photographs.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in applying for the NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 via email should follow these steps: - Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Prepare your application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
- Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
- Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
- Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 26 August 2026.
- Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the application for the Junior Research Fellow position at NIT Rourkela is 26 August 2026.
Q2. How many Junior Research Fellow (JRF) vacancies are available?
Ans: A total of 02 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) vacancies have been announced for this recruitment.
Q3. What are the eligibility criteria for the JRF post at NIT Rourkela?
Ans: Candidates must have an M.Sc. or M.Tech in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or Oceanography with at least 60% marks and should have qualified NET/GATE/CETI.
Q4. What is the age limit for the Junior Research Fellow position?
Ans: The maximum age limit for applicants is 28 years, with age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/PWD/Female (up to 5 years) and OBC (Non-creamy layer) (3 years).
Q5. What is the salary for a Junior Research Fellow at NIT Rourkela?
Ans: The salary for a Junior Research Fellow is Rs. 37,000.00 per month for the first two years and Rs. 42,000.00 per month for the third year.
Q6. What is the selection process for this recruitment?
Ans: The selection process for the Junior Research Fellow position involves an Online Interview.