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NIT Durgapur Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 – ANRF Project in Chemical Engineering

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Apply for NIT Durgapur Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 under an ANRF-funded project. Fellowship up to ₹42,000 + HRA. Last date to apply is 28 July 2026.

Date Posted: 12th July 2026

Organization: National Institute of Technology Durgapur (NIT Durgapur)

Organization Profile

National Institute of Technology Durgapur (NIT Durgapur) is one of India’s premier technical institutions and an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Established in 1960, the institute is renowned for excellence in engineering, technology, science, and interdisciplinary research. Located in Durgapur, West Bengal, NIT Durgapur offers undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and sponsored research programmes with state-of-the-art laboratories and strong collaborations with industries and government research agencies.

The Department of Chemical Engineering has invited applications from eligible Indian citizens for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under an Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Government of India funded research project. This project focuses on the development of AI-driven sustainable technologies for pharmaceutical wastewater treatment and offers an excellent opportunity for candidates interested in environmental engineering, membrane technology, biotechnology, and AI-based process optimization.

Job Title

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Number of Vacancies

01 Post

Project Details

Project Title:

AI-Optimised Sustainable Treatment of Pharmaceutical Wastewater through Integrated Decontamination System

Funding Agency:

Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Government of India

Principal Investigator:

Prof. Gopinath Halder

Department of Chemical Engineering

National Institute of Technology Durgapur

Employment Type

Purely Temporary (Project Position)

Project Duration

Three (03) Years

The appointment is initially for the project duration and will continue subject to project funding and satisfactory performance.

Essential Qualifications

Candidates should possess any one of the following qualifications:

Option 1

M.E./M.Tech in any of the following disciplines:

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Chemical Technology
  • Biotechnology
  • Nanotechnology
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Biochemistry
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Bioprocess Engineering
  • Microbiology
  • Allied disciplines

with a minimum 6.5 CGPA or 60% marks from a recognized Institute/University.

OR

M.Sc. in:

  • Biotechnology
  • Chemistry
  • Environmental Science
  • Microbiology
  • Biochemistry
  • Nanotechnology

along with a valid NET/GATE score and minimum 6.5 CGPA or 60% marks.

Candidates qualified through other National Level Examinations conducted by Central Government departments/agencies such as DST, DBT, IITs, IISc, IISERs, etc., are also eligible.

Desirable Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates having:

  • Research experience in membrane-driven wastewater treatment technology or related fields.
  • Research publications in reputed journals.
  • Valid NET/GATE qualification.
  • Strong research aptitude in environmental and chemical engineering.

Selected candidates must register for the Ph.D. programme under this project.

Fellowship

The selected candidate will receive:

  • First & Second Year: ₹37,000 per month + HRA (as per DST/Institute norms)
  • Third Year: ₹42,000 per month + HRA (as per DST/Institute norms)

Accommodation

On-campus accommodation may be provided subject to availability.

If institute accommodation is allotted, HRA will not be admissible.

Selection Process

The selection process includes:

  • Shortlisting based on academic qualifications and research credentials.
  • In-person Interview.
  • Document Verification.

Only shortlisted candidates will be informed through email regarding the interview schedule.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should send the following documents via email:

  • Cover Letter.
  • Updated Bio-data/Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  • Complete educational qualifications (from Class 10 onwards).
  • Marks, CGPA, Board/University details.
  • NET/GATE qualification details with score and validity.
  • Research experience (if any).
  • Publications.
  • Research interests.
  • Communication address.
  • Date of Birth.
  • Email ID and Mobile Number.

Email Address:

ghalder.che@nitdgp.ac.in

Email Subject:

Application for the post of Junior Research Fellow under ANRF-IRG Project

Important Dates

  • Advertisement No.: NITD/CHE/JRF/ANRF-IRG/02/2026
  • Advertisement Date: 12th July 2026
  • Last Date to Apply: 28th July 2026

Contact Details

Prof. Gopinath Halder

Principal Investigator
Department of Chemical Engineering
National Institute of Technology Durgapur
Durgapur – 713209
West Bengal

Email: ghalder.che@nitdgp.ac.in