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NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026 – 2 Posts, Apply Now

NIT Rourkela B.Tech/B.E. or M.Tech/M.Sc with GATE/NET+ Odisha 2 posts Last Date (Post 1): 11 Jun 2026
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Organization National Institute of Technology Rourkela
Category Latest Jobs
Post / exam NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026 – 2 Posts, Apply Now
Total posts 2
Qualification B.Tech/B.E. or M.Tech/M.Sc with GATE/NET+
Location Odisha
Pay scale ₹37,000/month (Yr 1–2); ₹42,000/month (Yr 3)
Apply mode Online
Last Date (Post 1) 11 Jun 2026

Key highlights

Overview

National Institute of Technology Rourkela has officially announced the recruitment for NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026 – 2 Posts, Apply Now. A total of 2 vacancies have been opened in this recruitment cycle. Candidates who meet the B.Tech/B.E. or M.Tech/M.Sc with GATE/NET eligibility and fall within the 0–28 year age band can apply through the official portal before 11 Jun 2026.

On this page you will find everything you need for the NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026 – 2 Posts, Apply Now application — exact dates, fee structure, vacancy breakdown by category, age relaxation rules, the multi-stage selection process, the exam pattern with section-wise marks, and the official application + notification links. You can read each section first, then jump straight to the official portal using the verified links below.

The pay scale for this post is ₹37,000/month (Yr 1–2); ₹42,000/month (Yr 3), with DA, HRA, and other allowances added on top — making this a stable government job with strong long-term career growth and pensionable benefits.

We recommend reviewing the official notification PDF in full before you apply. Every figure on this page is sourced from the official notification, but recruiting bodies sometimes issue corrigenda — verify there first.

Why apply for this post

National Institute of Technology Rourkela is among India's premier academic and research institutions. Roles here come with access to a high-quality research environment, structured technical training, exposure to senior faculty mentorship, and credentials valued across the academic and industrial sector after the tenure ends.

The starting pay scale for this post is ₹37,000/month (Yr 1–2); ₹42,000/month (Yr 3). Salaries increase through annual increments and time-bound promotions, and the package includes Dearness Allowance (revised twice a year), House Rent Allowance based on posting city, and other government benefits applicable to the cadre.

Important dates

Last Date to Apply – Post 2 (Electrical Engineering) 25 May 2026
Last Date to Apply – Post 1 (Chemical/Science) 11 Jun 2026
Online Interview Date – Post 1 17 Jun 2026

Application fee

All Categories ₹0 (No fee)

Age limit

Minimum age: 0 years · Maximum age: 28 years (as on the cut-off date). Age relaxation applies for OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years) and PwD as per government rules.

Eligibility / educational qualification

The minimum educational qualification required for this position is as specified in the official notification. Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying examination may apply provisionally, provided they can produce the marksheet at the document verification stage.

The age limit is 0–28 years calculated as on the cut-off date specified in the notification. Reserved categories receive age relaxation as per the standard government norms: OBC candidates get 3 additional years, SC/ST candidates get 5 years, and PwD candidates get up to 10 years of relaxation. Ex-servicemen and certain other reserved categories may receive further relaxation — verify against the official notification.

Nationality requirement: the candidate must be a citizen of India (or hold the eligibility documents specified by the recruiting body). Candidates domiciled in Odisha may be given preference in certain categories. Out-of-state candidates can still apply — see the notification for state-domicile requirements specific to this recruitment.

Vacancy details

2
total posts (approx). Category-wise reservation and post-wise breakup are listed in the official notification.

Salary / pay scale

₹37,000/month (Yr 1–2); ₹42,000/month (Yr 3) — plus DA, HRA & allowances. Final in-hand pay depends on posting and deductions.

Vacancy breakdown (category-wise)

JRF – Chemical Engineering / Allied Sciences 1
JRF – Electrical Engineering 1

Exam pattern

Section Qs Marks
Online Interview (No Written Test) 0 0

Documents required

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official portal. The process involves registering with mobile and email, filling the form, uploading photo + signature + supporting documents in the prescribed format, paying the fee, and downloading the confirmation page. Take the steps below one at a time — many fields are locked after the final submission.

The Last Date (Post 1) for this application is 11 Jun 2026. We strongly recommend completing the application at least 2-3 days before the deadline — the official portal usually sees heavy load on the last day, and payment-gateway timeouts in the final hours can cause submissions to fail.

The application fee varies by category and is listed in the Application Fee section below. Payment can be made online using debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI, or any accepted digital wallet. Save the payment receipt — you will need it if the system requires manual verification.

  1. 1 Download and read the official notification PDF for the specific post you are applying to.
  2. 2 Prepare a comprehensive bio-data covering personal details, educational background, and research/work experience.
  3. 3 Gather self-attested copies of academic certificates, GATE/NET score card, ID proof, category certificate, and photographs.
  4. 4 Compose an email with the post name and project title clearly mentioned in the subject line.
  5. 5 Attach all required documents and the bio-data to the email.
  6. 6 Send the email to the official address given in the notification before the last date (11 Jun 2026 for Post 1; 25 May 2026 for Post 2).
  7. 7 Save a copy of your sent email and any acknowledgement received for future reference.

Selection process

The selection process is conducted in 4 stages: Screening of applications against eligibility criteria, Shortlisting based on academic record and GATE/NET score, Online Interview by faculty selection panel and Final merit list and offer of fellowship. Candidates must clear each stage to be eligible for the next, and the final merit list is prepared on the combined performance across all stages. Detailed marking schemes, qualifying cut-offs, and any tie-breaker rules are listed in the official notification linked above.

Screening of applications against eligibility criteria Shortlisting based on academic record and GATE/NET score Online Interview by faculty selection panel Final merit list and offer of fellowship

Preparation tips

Important links

Official Website Open

Frequently asked questions

The last date differs by post. For the Electrical Engineering post (Post 2) it is 25 May 2026, while for the Chemical/Science post (Post 1) the deadline is 11 Jun 2026. Ensure you submit your email application before the respective closing date.

A total of 2 Junior Research Fellow posts have been advertised — one each for Chemical Engineering/Allied Sciences and Electrical Engineering disciplines.

No application fee has been mentioned for any category, including General, OBC, SC, ST, and Female applicants. Always verify this in the official notification before applying.

Selected fellows will receive ₹37,000 per month during the first two years of the project and ₹42,000 per month from the third year, subject to satisfactory performance.

The upper age limit is 28 years. Age relaxation of 5 years is provided for SC/ST/PwD/Female applicants and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates.

For Post 1, candidates need an M.Tech/M.E./M.Sc. or a first-class B.Tech/B.E. in Chemical Engineering or allied science subjects with a valid GATE or CSIR-UGC NET score. For Post 2, a B.Tech/B.E. in Electrical Engineering with GATE qualification (minimum 7.0 CGPA or 65%) or an integrated B.Tech plus M.Tech combination is required.

There is no written examination. Eligible applicants will be shortlisted based on their academic record and GATE/NET score, after which they will be called for an online interview. The interview for Post 1 is scheduled on 17 Jun 2026.

Applications must be submitted via email. Prepare a detailed bio-data, attach self-attested copies of all relevant documents, and send the email to the official address mentioned in the notification before the closing date. There is no online web portal for this recruitment.

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