National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Junior Research Fellow Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official NIT Rourkela website. The last date to submit the application form is 27-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 Overview
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: M.Sc./M.Tech (or equivalent) in Life Science/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ Molecular Biology/ Marine Science (Biology) Biological Sciences/ Biochemistry/ Zoology/ Animal Science / Botany/ Genetics/ Environmental Science OR any other related branch with minimum 60% of marks or 6.5 CGPA in 10 point scale.
- Essential Qualification: Valid GATE score or NET certificate of CSIR/UGC/ICMR/DBT/ICAR (LS/JRF)
- Desirable Qualification: Prior experience in Microbiology/ Biofilm biology/ Bioremediation/ Bacterial cell biology/ Molecular biology/ cell & molecular techniques (PCR, RT-PCR, Western Blotting, Immunofluorescence, spectroscopy, protein purification, bioactive microbial metabolites etc.) will be preferred.
Salary / Stipend
- ₹37,000 per month for Year 1 & 2
Important Dates
Selection Process
- Online interview will be conducted
- Shortlisted candidates may be enrolled for PhD programme of NIT Rourkela following the Institute's guidelines
General Information / Instructions
- Engagement will be purely on temporary / contractual basis and co-terminus with the completion of the project.
- Candidates are advised to go through the advertisement details carefully before applying.
- This is the project under "Odisha Marine Biotechnology Research & Innovation Corridor" (OMBRIC) of S&T Dept, Govt of Odisha which involves extensive work on marine microorganisms and microbial products including the enzymes.
- Short-listed candidates may be enrolled for PhD programme of NIT Rourkela following the Institute's guidelines.
- Candidates who fulfill the below mentioned criteria may submit the application form before the last date.
How to Apply
- Candidates must apply online through the official notification link provided
- Last date for submitting the application: 27-Jan-2026
- Apply Mode: Online
NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 Important Links
