NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Find quick answers to common questions about the NIT Rourkela JRF recruitment. Get clarity on vacancies, eligibility, application process, and more.

Q1. What is the total number of vacancies for the Junior Research Fellow post at NIT Rourkela?

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

Q2. What is the last date to apply for the NIT Rourkela JRF recruitment 2026?

Ans: The last date for submitting the application for the Junior Research Fellow position is 21st June 2026.

Q3. What are the essential educational qualifications required for the JRF position?

Ans: Candidates must have a First Class with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks or a CGPA of at least 6.5 on a 10-point scale in both B.Tech/BE in Electrical Engineering/ Electrical and Electronics Engineering and MTech/ME in Power Electronics/ Power Electronics and Drives.

Q4. What is the age limit for applying to the Junior Research Fellow post?

Ans: The upper age limit for applying is 30 years, reckoned as on the last date of application. Age relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST/PWD/Female and 3 years for OBC (Non-creamy layer) candidates are applicable.

Q5. What is the salary offered for the Junior Research Fellow position at NIT Rourkela?

Ans: The selected Junior Research Fellow will receive INR 37,000.00 per month plus HRA (if applicable) for the first two years.

Q6. What is the selection process for the NIT Rourkela JRF recruitment?

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

Q7. How can I apply for the Junior Research Fellow position?

Ans: Candidates need to fill out the application form, compile it with all supporting documents into a single PDF file, and send it via email to the specified email ID mentioned in the official advertisement, ensuring the correct subject line.

Q8. Is there any application fee for the NIT Rourkela JRF recruitment?

Ans: The official notification does not mention any application fee for this recruitment.

Q9. What is the job type for the Junior Research Fellow position?

Ans: The engagement for the Junior Research Fellow position is purely on a temporary/contractual basis and is co-terminus with the completion of the project.

Q10. Where can I find the official notification for this recruitment?

Ans: You can find the official notification on the NIT Rourkela website by navigating to FACULTY & STAFF ➡ SRICCE ➡ Career ➡ Notices.