National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Notification 2026 has been released under advertisement number NITR/SR/2025/Advt.-24LS009/L/126 for a project-based research position in the Life Sciences domain. A total of 1 Junior Research Fellow post will be filled through the NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026.
Candidates with M.Sc./M.Tech (or equivalent) in Life Science, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Zoology, Animal Science, Botany, Genetics, Environmental Science, or other related branches of biological science with at least 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale, along with a valid GATE score or NET (CSIR/UGC/ICMR/DBT/ICAR – LS/JRF), are eligible to apply, and the upper age limit is 28 years with relaxation for reserved categories. The application process is through email, and candidates must send their complete bio-data and supporting documents on or before 10 April 2026; shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview scheduled on 13 April 2026, with a fellowship of INR 37,000 per month for the first two years.
Candidates should carefully read the official notification PDF and then submit their application via email in the prescribed format, clearly mentioning the post applied for in the subject line, before the last date.
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | National Institute of Technology Rourkela |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| No of Posts | 1 |
| Advt No | NITR/SR/2025/Advt.-24LS009/L/126 |
| Salary | INR 37,000.00 per month |
| Qualification | M.Sc./M.Tech (or equivalent) in Life Science/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ Molecular Biology/ Biological Sciences/ Biochemistry/ Zoology/ Animal Science / Botany/ Genetics/ Environmental Science OR any other related branch of biological science with minimum 60% of marks or 6.5 CGPA in 10 point scale with valid GATE score or NET certificate of CSIR/UGC/ICMR/DBT/ICAR (LS/JRF). |
| Age Limit | Upper age limit 28 years (relaxed for SC/ST/PWD/Female by 5 years, OBC by 3 years) |
| Last Date | 10-04-2026 |
| Walk-in Date | 13-04-2026 |
| Apply Mode | |
| Job Type | Project-based |
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates who are interested in applying for the NIT Rourkela Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
Download NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Job 2026 Notification PDF
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Vacancy 2026
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Eligibility Criteria 2026
- M.Sc./M.Tech (or equivalent) in Life Science/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ Molecular Biology/ Biological Sciences/ Biochemistry/ Zoology/ Animal Science / Botany/ Genetics/ Environmental Science OR any other related branch of biological science with minimum 60% of marks or 6.5 CGPA in 10 point scale with valid GATE score or NET certificate of CSIR/UGC/ICMR/DBT/ICAR (LS/JRF).
- Prior experience in Microbiology/ Biofilm biology/ Bioremediation/ Bacterial cell biology/ Molecular biology/ molecular and biophysical techniques (PCR, RT-PCR, Western Blotting, Immunofluorescence, Electrophoresis, Gene cloning, Mutant development, spectroscopy etc.) will be preferred.
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Application Fee 2026
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Age Limit 2026
- Maximum Age Limit: 28 years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/PWD/Female: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Salary 2026
- INR 37,000.00 per month for Year 1 & 2
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date for submitting the Application | 10 April 2026 |
| Online Interview | 13 April 2026 |
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Selection Process 2026
- Short listing based on merit and need of the project
- Online interview
How to Apply
Candidates who wish to apply for NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 via email should follow the steps below.
- Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Prepare your application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
- Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
- Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the advertisement.
- Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 10-04-2026.
- Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
