National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) Junior Research Fellow (PhD) Notification 2026 has been released on 22 June 2026 on the official website nitrkl.ac.in. A total number of 1 vacancy has been announced through the NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (PhD) Recruitment 2026. Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria can apply through Email on or before 20 July 2026. The walk-in interview is scheduled to be held on 28 July 2026.
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (PhD) Recruitment 2026 - Overview
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (PhD) 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.
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NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (PhD) Vacancy Details 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- First class in Matriculation and +2.
- B.Tech/B.E in Civil Engineering with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 or 60% marks.
- M.E/M.Tech in Water Resources Engineering with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 or 60% from a recognized Technical Institute/University.
- Candidates belonging to Reserved Category (PWD/SC/ST) may be relaxed 0.5 CGPA or 5% in the +2 level.
- Desirable: Experience in hydrological/hydrodynamic modelling, compound flood assessment, climate change impact analysis, GIS and remote sensing applications, and spatial data processing. Proficiency in modelling tools and strong technical writing, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Candidates with GATE qualification will be given priority.
Application Fee
Age Limit
- Maximum Age Limit: 32 years
- Age Relaxation: Relaxed up to 5 years for SC/ST/PWD/Female; 3 years for OBC (Non-creamy layer)
Salary / Stipend
- Year 1 & 2: INR 37,000.00 per month
- Year 3: INR 42,000.00 per month
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (PhD) Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on merit
- Walk-in Interview
How to Apply
Candidates who wish to apply for NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow (PhD) 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: 20-07-2026.
- Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
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