National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) has released the official Junior Research Fellow Notification 2026. A total of 1 vacancy has been announced under the NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates aged up to 28 years with an M.E./ M.Tech or B.Tech/ B.E. in Mechanical Engineering or an allied branch, along with the required marks or CGPA and a valid GATE score, can apply through email on or before 20-09-2026. The official notification PDF and application details are available below.
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 |
| Salary | Rs. 37000 Per Month |
| Qualification | M.E/ M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, B.Tech/ B.E in Mechanical Engineering |
| Age Limit | Max: 28 years |
| Last Date | 20-09-2026 |
| Apply Mode | |
| Job Type | Contractual |
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates should download and read the NIT Rourkela Jobs 2026 notification PDF carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the Important Links section below.
Download NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Job 2026 Notification PDF
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details
A total of 1 vacancy is available - 1 for Junior Research Fellow (JRF).
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
- M.E/ M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or allied Branch with a minimum CGPA of 7.0 or 65% from a recognized Technical Institute/ University with a valid GATE Score.
- OR B.Tech/ B.E in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 or 60% with a valid GATE score.
- A valid GATE Score is mandatory for the JRF position.
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
- Maximum Age Limit: 28 years.
- Age relaxation is applicable: Relaxed up to 5 years for SC/ ST/ PWD/ Female candidates and 3 years for OBC (Non-creamy layer) candidates.
Candidates should ensure that they fulfill the prescribed age criteria. Calculate your exact age using our Age Calculator before submitting your application to confirm your eligibility.
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Salary / Stipend
- Rs. 37000 Per Month
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 9 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Application | 20 September 2026 |
| Online Interview | 21 September 2026 |
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
- 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: 20-09-2026.
- 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 |