The latest recruitment advertisement has been released by National Institute of Technology Rourkela for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the project titled “Seasonal and Interannual Variation of Partial Pressure of CO2 in Chilika Lake and Devi River Estuary through In-situ Measurement, Machine Learning and Satellite Data.” Advertisement Ref: NITR / SR / 2026 / Advt. - 23ER046 / I / 059 dated 15 July 2026. This temporary position offers a consolidated fellowship of Rs. 37,000/- per month. Eligible candidates with B.E/B.Tech, M.Tech or M.Sc in relevant disciplines and GATE/NET qualification can apply. The last date for submission of application is 21 July 2026. Online interview is scheduled on 22 July 2026. Find all details about NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026 including eligibility, application process, and official advertisement here.
NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026 Notification
National Institute of Technology Rourkela invites applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow under the MoES sponsored project in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences. The engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project duration (up to 04 February 2027). Candidates are advised to read the full advertisement carefully before applying.
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NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026 Overview
NIT Rourkela is recruiting 01 Junior Research Fellow for a MoES-funded project on CO2 variation in Chilika Lake. Candidates with strong background in Civil Engineering, Geology, Earth Sciences or Environmental Sciences can apply.
| Organization Name | National Institute of Technology Rourkela |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | NITR / SR / 2026 / Advt. - 23ER046 / I / 059 |
| Project Title | Seasonal and Interannual Variation of Partial Pressure of CO2 in Chilika Lake and Devi River Estuary |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Total Vacancies | 01 |
| Fellowship | Rs. 37,000/- per month (consolidated) |
| Project Duration | Up to 04 February 2027 |
| Department | Earth and Atmospheric Sciences |
| Application Mode | Email (Single PDF) |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 July 2026 |
| Online Interview Date | 22 July 2026 at 10:00 AM |
| Official Website | https://nitrkl.ac.in |
NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 15 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Application | 21 July 2026 |
| Online Interview Date | 22 July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Project Closing Date | 04 February 2027 |
NIT Rourkela JRF Vacancy Details 2026
| Name of Post | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 01 |
NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | B.E/B.Tech or M.Tech in Civil Engineering, M.Sc/M.Sc Tech/M.Tech in Geology, Applied Geology, Earth Science, Environmental Sciences, Remote Sensing or similar discipline with minimum 65% marks or CGPA 7.0 + GATE/NET/GPAT or any other national level exam qualification |
| Desirable Skills | Good knowledge on River management and Remote Sensing. GATE qualified candidates will be given priority |
| Job Responsibilities | Sample collection, fieldwork, laboratory work and report writing |
NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
Upper age limit is 28 years as on the last date of application. Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PwD/Female candidates and 3 years for OBC (Non-creamy layer).
NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
Selection will be based on shortlisting of applications followed by Online Interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed. Final selection is subject to verification of documents and performance in the interview.
How to Apply for NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026
- Prepare a single PDF file containing filled & signed application form along with all supporting documents (educational certificates, mark sheets, GATE/NET score card, experience certificates, etc.).
- Send the PDF via email to the PI ([email protected]) with the subject line mentioning the Advertisement No.
- Last date: 21 July 2026
Application link: NIT Rourkela Homepage → FACULTY & STAFF → SRICCE → Career → Notices
Important Instructions for NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- Engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
- No hard copy of the application is required.
- Mere fulfillment of minimum qualification does not guarantee interview call.
- The institute reserves the right to shortlist candidates as per project needs.
- Any suppression of facts will lead to cancellation of candidature.
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