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, covering key aspects of the application process.
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies for the NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026?
Ans: There is a total of 01 vacancy announced 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 07 July 2026.
Q3. What is the application fee for the NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow position?
Ans: The application fee is As per official notification.
Q4. What are the educational qualifications required for the JRF post at NIT Rourkela?
Ans: Candidates must have an M.Sc./M.Tech. degree in Earth Sciences/Geophysics/Geodesy/Seismotectonics/Physics or a related field with 60% marks or 6.50 CGPA, along with GATE or NET of UGC/CSIR, or any other national level exam.
Q5. What is the selection process for the NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment?
Ans: The selection process involves shortlisting based on merit and need of the project, followed by an Online Interview.
Q6. What is the age limit for applying to the NIT Rourkela JRF position?
Ans: The maximum age limit is 28 years, with relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST/PWD/Female candidates and 3 years for OBC (Non-creamy layer) candidates.
Q7. What is the salary offered for the Junior Research Fellow post at NIT Rourkela?
Ans: The salary offered is INR 37,000.00 /- per month for the first two years.
Q8. How can I apply for the NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Candidates need to apply via email by sending their complete bio-data and self-attested copies of documents to the official email address mentioned in the notification before the last date.
Q9. When is the online interview scheduled for the JRF position?
Ans: The online interview is scheduled for 08 July 2026.
Job Summary
| Board | National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) |
| State | Odisha |
| Qualification | M.Sc./M.Tech. in Earth Sciences/Geophysics/Geodesy/Seismotectonics/Physics or a related field with 60% marks or 6.50 CGPA in 10 points scale with GATE or NET of UGC/CSIR, or any other national level exam. |
| Salary | INR 37,000.00 /- per month |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 07 Jul 2026 |
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