National Institute of Technology Jamshedpur (NIT Jamshedpur) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Junior Research Fellow Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official NIT Jamshedpur website. The last date to submit the application form is 15-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the NIT Jamshedpur Junior Research Fellow Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
NIT Jamshedpur JRF Recruitment 2026 Overview
Eligibility Criteria
Essential Qualifications
- M.E or M.Tech with First Class in Mechanical Engineering/Manufacturing Technology/Production Engineering
- Minimum 2 years of research experience (mandatory)
- GATE score not mandatory
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience with DC magnetron sputtering techniques
- Knowledge of corrosion and tribology studies
- Materials processing experience
- Research publications in relevant areas
Age Limit
- Maximum age: 35 years
- Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC-NCL and other eligible categories as per UGC/DST norms
Salary and Duration
Important Dates
How to Apply
- Visit Google Form: Click Here
- Fill application form with complete information
- Upload CV with contact details, DOB, qualifications, research experience, and publications
- Upload scanned certificates (mark sheets, degrees, experience certificates, identity proof)
- Name files as: Name_Application.pdf, Name_CV.pdf, Name_Certificates.zip
- Submit before 15-02-2026
Required Documents
- Application form (JRF)
- Comprehensive CV
- Educational mark sheets and certificates (10th, 12th, degree)
- Experience certificates
- Valid identity proof
- GATE score card (if applicable)
Selection Process
- Application screening for eligibility
- Merit-based shortlisting
- Online/In-person interview (details via email)
- Document verification at interview
- Final selection based on interview performance
Important Terms
- Purely temporary position, co-terminus with project
- Initial appointment for 5 months, extendable to 11 months
- No TA/DA for interview
- Employed candidates must produce NOC from employer
- Original documents must be produced at joining
- Selected candidate may be considered for PhD program as per institute rules
Responsibilities
- Conduct research on composite coating development
- Perform experiments (DC magnetron sputtering, corrosion, tribology studies)
- Analyze coating properties and characterization
- Prepare samples and experimental data analysis
- Contribute to manuscript preparation
- Assist in project reporting and deliverables
NIT Jamshedpur Junior Research Fellow Important Links
