National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) Junior Research Fellow Notification 2026 has been released through Advt. No. NITR/SR/2026/Advt.-24ER032/L/042 on the official website https://nitrkl.ac.in/. A total of 1 vacancy has been announced through the NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026.
Candidates up to 28 years of age who possess an M.Sc./M.Tech. degree in Earth Sciences, Geophysics, Geodesy, Seismotectonics, Physics, or a related field with at least 60% marks or 6.50 CGPA, along with GATE/NET (UGC/CSIR) or any other national-level examination qualification are eligible to apply for this Junior Research Fellow (JRF) vacancy. The email application process is currently open, and candidates must submit their applications on or before 07 July 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply through the prescribed email application process using the direct links provided below in this article.
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow |
| No of Posts | 1 |
| Advt No | NITR/SR/2026/Advt.-24ER032 /L/042 |
| Salary | INR 37,000.00 /- per month |
| 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. |
| Age Limit | Upper age limit 28 years (relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST/PWD/Female and 3 years for OBC-NCL) |
| Last Date | 07-07-2026 |
| Walk-in Date | 08-07-2026 |
| Apply Mode | |
| Job Type | Project-based |
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow 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 Job 2026 Notification PDF
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF): 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.
- Experience: Experience in processing and analyzing GNSS/GPS, Remote Sensing and InSAR data analysis. Understanding of tectonic deformation processes in seismically active regions. Proficiency in programming (Python, MATLAB, or similar) for data analysis and modeling. Desirable: Experience with FEM modeling or other numerical modeling tools. Familiarity with geodetic software and tools for strain analysis. Experience in GIS software for mapping and spatial analysis is an advantage. Experience in handling SAR data. Field Experience: Previous experience in fieldwork related to geodetic data collection is a plus.
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
- Maximum Age Limit: 28 years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/PWD/Female: 5 years
- OBC (Non-creamy layer): 3 years
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Salary
- INR 37,000.00 /- per month for the first two years.
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date for submitting the Application | 07 July 2026 |
| Online Interview | 08 July 2026 |
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on merit and need of the project
- Online Interview
How to Apply
Candidates who wish to apply for NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow 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 notification.
- Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 07-07-2026.
- Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
