The National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra, working with IIT Indore as the hub institution, has invited applications for 02 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions in the ANRF-sponsored project "SAKSHAM- Scientific Advancements in Knowledge for Sustainability, Healthcare, and Materials" under the ANRF PAIR Program. The positions are in the Department of VLSI Design and Systems Engineering and the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. The fellowship is Rs. 37,000 per month plus HRA (as per norms). The essential qualification is a post-graduation in Engineering/Technology, or a full-time Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology with higher marks. Applications go through a Google form with a single scanned PDF of certificates, and the last date is 18 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
NIT Kurukshetra Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra-Indian Institute of Technology Indore |
| Advertisement No. | 36/2026 |
| Department | Department of VLSI Design and Systems Engineering (Project 1); Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (Project 2) |
| Project | SAKSHAM- Scientific Advancements in Knowledge for Sustainability, Healthcare, and Materials (ANRF PAIR Program) |
| Funding Agency | Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) |
| Tenure | Initial appointment up to 30 June 2027, to be continued till September 2029 or co-terminus with the project, based on performance (semester wise) |
| Post Name(s) | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Vacancies | 02 |
| Pay | Rs. 37,000/- p.m. + HRA (as per norms) |
| Age Limit | Upper age limit 32 years as on last date of application |
| Job Location | NIT Kurukshetra (spoke) and IIT Indore (hub); workplace may vary from time to time as per project requirements |
| Application Mode | Google form with application in prescribed format |
| Last Date to Apply | 18.11.2026, 11:59 PM |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
About the Project
The vacant positions are in Health and Medical Technologies (HMT), which will be implemented at the spoke institution, NIT Kurukshetra, in collaboration with the hub institution, Indian Institute of Technology Indore, Khandwa Road, Simrol, Indore (M.P.). The project is sponsored by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) under the ANRF PAIR Program.
Vacancy Details
There are 02 JRF positions in total, one for each of the two projects. The notice does not give a category-wise break-up.
| Sr. No. | Title of Project | Lead Co-PI | Department | No. of JRF Positions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Development and optimization of 2D materials based FETs for AMR detection and therapy applications | Prof. R. K. Sharma | Department of VLSI Design and Systems Engineering | 01 |
| 2 | Deep learning Models to classify bacterial samples as resistant or susceptible based on Raman spectral data | Dr. Ghanapriya Singh | Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering | 01 |
Who Can Apply
The notice prints one eligibility rule for the JRF positions. A candidate must meet either of the two options below.
- Post-graduation in Engineering/Technology with 60% aggregate marks or an average CGPA of 6.5 on a 10-point scale for GEN. Marks are relaxed by 5%, or by a CGPA of 0.5 (10-point scale), for SC/ST/PwD candidates. The degree must be from a UGC recognized University/Institute/Autonomous body.
- Final-year Master's applicants who have submitted their dissertation/thesis but do not have final-semester results by the application deadline may apply. They must submit the results by 15 December 2026; otherwise any JRF offer made to them will be cancelled.
- OR a full-time Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology or equivalent with a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or 8.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale or equivalent.
Desirable qualification: CSIR/UGC-NET or GATE qualification. The notice says the listed qualifications are minimum requirements and do not guarantee an invitation to the written test and/or interview.
Age limit: upper age limit 32 years as on the last date of application. The notice prints no age relaxation. For the discipline-specific eligibility of each project, candidates should check the official notification.
Pay and Tenure
The fellowship is Rs. 37,000/- p.m. + HRA (as per norms). The initial appointment is up to 30 June 2027. It is to be continued till September 2029 or co-terminus with the duration of the project, based on the candidate's performance (semester wise).
The selected candidate will be encouraged to join and complete a Ph.D. at NIT Kurukshetra as per the rules and regulations of NIT Kurukshetra.
How to Apply for NIT Kurukshetra Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Open the application format linked in the notice (the prescribed format is available through the link in the "How to Apply" section).
- Fill in the application in that prescribed format.
- Scan all relevant educational certificates properly and combine them into a single PDF file.
- Submit the application with the certificates through the Google form linked in the notice.
- Give a valid e-mail ID in the application, because the written test and interview dates are sent by e-mail.
- Submit before 18 November 2026, 11:59 PM. Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will be rejected.
For any query or difficulty, the notice asks candidates to e-mail [email protected] or [email protected].
Selection and Interview
The selection process consists of a written test and an interview in physical mode at NIT Kurukshetra. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed about the written examination and interview schedule via e-mail.
- The syllabus for the written examination in the respective disciplines is as per their GATE/NET curriculum.
- Candidates who have qualified GATE/NET or any other national level examination are exempted from the written examination.
- The notice does not print the dates of the written test or interview.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 18.11.2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last date for final-year Master's applicants to submit their results | 15 December 2026 |
Important Instructions
- No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview/written test.
- The applicant is responsible for the authenticity of the information and other documents submitted.
- The Institute reserves the right to cancel the recruitment without assigning any reason.
- The workplace may vary from time to time as per project requirements (spoke and hub institutions).
- Candidates must provide valid e-mail IDs, as they will be informed by e-mail about the written test and/or interview date.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Form and Google Form | Prescribed application format and Google form for submission |
| Official Notification PDF (Advt. No. 36/2026) | Full advertisement |
| NIT Kurukshetra Official Website | Institute website |
