National Institute of Technology Srinagar (NIT Srinagar) has released the recruitment notification for 1 Junior Research Fellow vacancy under the Water Resource Management Centre (WRMC) on a project-based engagement. The position offers a pay of Rs. 30,000 with no HRA provided, and an initial tenure of one year that is extendable based on performance. Candidates must hold a B.Tech in Civil Engineering, and M.Tech in any Specializations of Civil Engineering to be eligible. Applicants should send their filled application form proforma, bio-data, and certificates as specified in the official notification via email on or before 8 November 2026. Selection involves shortlisting based on desirable experience followed by an interview for shortlisted candidates.
NIT Srinagar Junior Research Fellow at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Institute of Technology Srinagar |
| Advertisement No. | JKST&IC/28/R&D/2025/2290-94 |
| Department | Department of Civil Engineering, National Institute of Technology Srinagar |
| Project | Climate Change Effects on the Integrated Hydropower Potential in the Jammu and Kashmir Regions: A WEAP-CORDEX Ensemble and Machine Learning Approach |
| Funding Agency | J&K Science Technology & Innovation Council (JKSTIC) |
| Tenure | Initially for one year, and will be extended for one more year based on the performance |
| Post Name(s) | Junior Research Fellow (JPF) / Project Assistant |
| Vacancies | 01 |
| Pay | ₹ 30,000 (No HRA will be provided) |
| Application Mode | Email only |
| Job Location | Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir |
| Last Date to Apply | 08-11-2026, 5.00 PM |
| Official Website | Official Website |
National Institute of Technology Srinagar (NIT Srinagar) has released the recruitment notification for 1 Junior Research Fellow vacancy under the Water Resource Management Centre (WRMC) on a project-based engagement. The position offers a pay of ₹ 30,000 with no HRA provided, and an initial tenure of one year that will be extended for one more year based on the performance. Candidates must hold a B.Tech in Civil Engineering, and M.Tech in any Specializations of Civil Engineering to be eligible. Applicants should send a soft copy of 3 pdf files (filled application form proforma, bio-data/CV, and scanned copy of all certificates as a single pdf) via email to [email protected] and cc to: [email protected] on or before 08-11-2026, 5.00 PM. Selection involves shortlisting based on desirable experience related to the project followed by an interview for shortlisted candidates.
Vacancy Details
The recruitment offers a total of 1 post for the Junior Research Fellow (JPF) / Project Assistant position under the sponsored research project.
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JPF) / Project Assistant | 01 |
Who Can Apply
Candidates must fulfill the basic eligibility criteria and desirable experience requirements specified by NIT Srinagar.
| Post | Essential Qualification | Desirable Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JPF) / Project Assistant | B.Tech in Civil Engineering, and M.Tech in any Specializations of Civil Engineering. | Candidate must possess extensive knowledge and experience in Civil Engineering with specialization in Water Resources, Hydropower and Machine Learning, reflected from original publications of the candidate with high impact factor, and good technical report writing skills. |
Pay and Tenure
The selected candidate will receive a monthly emolument of ₹ 30,000. No HRA will be provided. The appointment is initially for one year, and will be extended for one more year based on the performance. The fellowship may be terminated with a 30-days notice if performance is not deemed satisfactory. The appointment of the candidate will be governed by the terms and conditions of the Institute/ funding agency particularly applicable to the said project as and when required.
NIT Srinagar Junior Research Fellow Job Description
The selected Junior Research Fellow will work on a research project titled “Climate Change Effects on the Integrated Hydropower Potential in the Jammu and Kashmir Regions: A WEAP-CORDEX Ensemble and Machine Learning Approach” funded by J&K Science Technology & Innovation Council (JKSTIC).
How to Apply for NIT Srinagar Junior Research Fellow
- Download the application form proforma from the official notification.
- Fill out the application form completely.
- Prepare your bio-data/CV.
- Compile a scanned copy of all certificates into a single PDF file.
- Send a soft copy of the 3 required PDF files ((i) filled application form, (ii) bio-data/CV, and (iii) scanned copy of all certificates as a single pdf) through email to [email protected] and cc to: [email protected] on or before 08-11-2026, 5.00 PM.
Selection and Interview
The candidates will be shortlisted based on desirable experience related to the project. Fulfilling the basic eligibility does not guarantee shortlisting. Only shortlisted candidates will be intimated by email/institute website for an interview. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Important Instructions
- The selected candidate will have to join duty immediately on receipt of the offer.
- Candidate already employed must have to provide 'No Objection Certificate' (NOC) from the employer.
- The appointment of the candidate will be governed by the terms and conditions of the Institute/ funding agency particularly applicable to the said project as and when required.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- Applications will be received through email only.
NIT Srinagar Junior Research Fellow Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download the official advertisement and application form proforma |
| Official Website | Visit the official NIT Srinagar website |
