NIT Warangal Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The National Institute of Technology Warangal has one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post open for 3 years. The post is in the ANRF-sponsored project "Utilization of Cerium Oxide Derived from Critical Mineral Waste for Development of Multifunctional Insulation Coatings". The pay is ₹37,000/month for the first 2 years and ₹42,000/month from the 3rd year, with HRA as per institute rules. You need a B.E./B.Tech with an ME/M.Tech, an M.Sc., or an M.Tech in the subjects the notice lists. To apply, email the completed application form and your resume to [email protected] and [email protected] by 30 October 2026.

NIT Warangal Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About NIT Warangal Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

The National Institute of Technology Warangal is a technical institute in Warangal, Telangana. This JRF post comes under a research project of its Department of Chemical Engineering. The project is sponsored by ANRF, and the application form calls it the MAHA-EV-ANRF project. Prof. Shirish H. Sonawane is the Principal Investigator and Prof. Anjana P A is the Co-Principal Investigator.

Who Can Apply

Essential Qualification

The notice accepts any one of these three options:

• B.E./ B. Tech equivalent degree in Chemical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Biotech/Civil/Metallurgy /Polymer engineering and ME/M. Tech/ in Chemical Engineering / Mechanical / Energy Engineering / Nanotechnology / Biotech/Civil/Environmental Engineering with CGPA above 8
• Or M.Sc. in Chemistry/Physics/ Materials Science/ Nanoscience and Nanotechnology or equivalent
• Or M. Tech. in Engineering with materials related specialization such as Materials Science/ Metallurgy/ Nanoscience and Nanotechnology/ Ceramic Engineering/ Surface Engineering or equivalent with minimum of 60% aggregate marks or 6.5 CGPA at both UG and PG (wherever applicable)

GATE/NET and Preferences

• Candidates who have qualified GATE/NET will be given preference.
• Candidates without GATE or NET need to appear in the National Level Examination conducted by the Institute for Ph.D. admission.
• Experience in functional coatings will be preferred.

Desired Qualifications

The notice wants candidates with experience in material synthesis, water treatment, functional coatings related areas, with knowledge in characterization and analysis.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The notice prints the age limit as "JRF – 30". It does not say on which date age is counted.

For the exact discipline-specific eligibility of the post, check the official notification.

Pay and Tenure

• Fellowship (emoluments): ₹37,000/month for the first 2 years and ₹42,000/month from the 3rd year.
• HRA is paid as per institute rules. The selected candidate can also get on-campus hostel and mess facilities, subject to availability.
• The appointment lasts 3 years and the position is purely temporary.
• The selected candidate may register for a PhD as per institute rules. However, they need to apply for a PhD position when that advertisement is open.

NIT Warangal Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Job Description

• The selected candidate needs to work on synthesis of nanoparticles and coatings.

How to Apply for NIT Warangal Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

1. Fill in the application form on page 3 of the notice ("Application for the Position of JRF Position under MAHA-EV-ANRF Project"). It asks for: name, father's name, date of birth (DD/MM/YYYY), sex, marital status and category (OC/OBC/SC/ST).
2. In the same form, give your educational qualifications for SSC, Intermediate, B.Sc./B.E./B.Tech and M.Sc./M.Tech. For each one, add the specialization, board/university, year of passing, class and percentage/CGPA.
3. Add any GATE/NET/ICMR/DBT-SRF score you have, with the year you appeared and your All India rank.
4. List your research, industrial or teaching experience, giving the organisation, the dates of joining and leaving, and the length of the experience. Then add your publications and conference participation, any other relevant information, and your contact email and phone number.
5. Sign and date the declaration. It confirms that your statements are true and that you are available for an ONLINE interview if needed. If any information is found false or incorrect, or you are found ineligible before or after selection, your candidature is liable to be cancelled.
6. Attach a brief resume/curriculum vitae/bio-data to the form.
7. Email the form and your resume to [email protected] and [email protected] with the subject line: Application for JRF position ANRF project (Coatings). Send it by 30 October 2026.

Contact Details

• Prof. Shirish H. Sonawane, Principal Investigator: 8702462626, [email protected]
• Prof. Anjana P A, Co-Principal Investigator, Department of Chemical Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Warangal, Telangana State, India: +91-870-2462611, [email protected]

Selection and Interview

• The list of eligible candidates will be announced on the institute website. Candidates will also be told by email or phone.
• The shortlisted candidate will have to attend an interview, which may be ONLINE or OFFLINE.
• For an online interview, candidates are expected to have a good internet connection.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

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