National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra (NIT Kurukshetra) Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I Notification 2026 has been released in July 2026 on the official website nitkkr.ac.in. A total of 01 vacancy has been announced through the NIT Kurukshetra Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026.
Candidates as per ANRF/Institute norms (age relaxation as per GoI rules) who have B.Tech. and M.Tech. or equivalent in Computer Science & Engineering / Computer Engineering / Information Technology or equivalent with First Class (minimum 6.5 CGPA out of 10 or 60% marks) are eligible to apply for these Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I vacancies. The online application process for NIT Kurukshetra Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 has started immediately (July 2026) and will remain open until 20 July 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.
NIT Kurukshetra JRF / Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Notification
National Institute of Technology (NIT) Kurukshetra has invited applications for one post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I under the ANRF sponsored research project. The selected candidate will work in the domain of Computer Vision (Medical Image Segmentation) under Dr. Vishwas Rathi, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Engineering. Candidates are advised to read the complete details before applying.
Download NIT Kurukshetra JRF / Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
NIT Kurukshetra JRF / Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Overview
NIT Kurukshetra is recruiting 1 post of JRF/Project Associate-I with M.Tech qualification. Last date to apply is 20 July 2026.
| Organization Name | National Institute of Technology (NIT) Kurukshetra |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | Advt. No. 20/2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I |
| Project Title | AI-enabled medical image segmentation framework for better clinical decision support |
| Principal Investigator | Dr. Vishwas Rathi, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Engineering |
| Total Vacancies | 01 |
| Fellowship | JRF: ₹37,000 (1st & 2nd Year), ₹42,000 (3rd Year) + HRA Project Associate-I: ₹30,000 + HRA |
| Duration | 36 Months (from June 2026) |
| Application Mode | Online (Google Form) |
| Selection Mode | Shortlisting + Interview (Online) |
NIT Kurukshetra JRF / Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | July 2026 |
| Opening of Online Application | Immediate |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 July 2026 |
| Interview Date | To be notified via email |
NIT Kurukshetra JRF / Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Total 01 position is available for the ANRF-funded project.
Note: The position is purely temporary and project-based. No regular appointment or absorption is guaranteed.
NIT Kurukshetra JRF / Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the date of application.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | B.Tech. and M.Tech. or equivalent in Computer Science & Engineering / Computer Engineering / Information Technology or equivalent with First class (6.5 CGPA out of 10) or 60% marks. |
| Desirable Qualifications | Research experience in Computer Vision + valid GATE/NET score. |
| Age Limit | As per ANRF / Institute norms (relaxation as per GoI rules). |
| Nationality | Indian Nationals only. |
NIT Kurukshetra JRF / Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Details
For JRF:
- Selected through National Eligibility Tests (CSIR-UGC NET / GATE) or equivalent national level examinations.
- Fellowship: ₹37,000 per month (1st & 2nd year) and ₹42,000 per month (3rd year) + HRA.
For Project Associate-I:
- Fellowship: ₹30,000 per month + HRA.
Other Benefits: The selected candidate will be encouraged to register for Ph.D. at NIT Kurukshetra in Computer Vision subject to meeting institute eligibility criteria.
NIT Kurukshetra JRF / Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection will be based on shortlisting of applications followed by online interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed via email. Final selection is subject to verification of original documents.
How to Apply for NIT Kurukshetra JRF / Project Associate 2026
Eligible candidates should fill the online Google Form only: Apply Here
Candidates must provide correct details and valid email ID. The receipt of application will be acknowledged via reply email.
Documents Required (to be produced at interview):
- Original degree certificates & mark sheets
- Experience certificates (if any)
- GATE/NET scorecard (if applicable)
- Valid photo ID proof
Important Instructions for NIT Kurukshetra JRF / Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- The appointment is purely temporary and project-based.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- The position is extendable till the completion of the project subject to satisfactory performance.
- The Institute reserves the right to cancel the recruitment at any stage.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
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