Research Associate-II Recruitment 2026 at NIT Raipur – MeitY-Funded Cyber Security & Digital Forensics Project
NIT Raipur Recruitment 2026 for Research Associate-II in a MeitY-funded Cyber Security and Digital Forensics project. Apply online by 9 September 2026.
Post Date: 01-09-2026
Organization: National Institute of Technology Raipur (NIT Raipur)
Job Title: Research Associate-II (RA-II)
Department: Computer Science & Engineering
Employment Type: Temporary / Project-Based
No. of Vacancy: 01
Funding Agency: Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India
Project Title: Next Generation Data Carving and Preservation Techniques for Storage Drive Forensics
Research Areas
- Digital Forensics
- Cyber Security
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
- Storage Drive Forensics
- Data Carving & Preservation
- Deep Learning
Essential Qualification
Candidates should possess either:
1. Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computer Applications, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
OR
2. M.E./M.Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computer Applications, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, along with:
- Minimum 3 years of research, teaching, and development experience
- At least one research paper in an SCI/SCIE-indexed journal
Preference: GATE/NET-qualified candidates will be preferred.
Desirable Skills
Candidates with experience in the following areas will be preferred:
- Digital Forensics
- Cyber Security
- Machine Learning / Deep Learning
- Python Programming
- Article Writing
- Patent Writing
Fellowship
₹61,000/- per month + HRA
Duration
The initial appointment is up to 31st December 2026, with possible extension up to 31st March 2027, subject to satisfactory performance and project requirements.
Age Limit
The age limit and applicable relaxations will be as per the rules specified in the official recruitment notification.
Job Location
National Institute of Technology Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Apply Mode
Online – Google Form
Last Date to Apply
9th September 2026, 6:00 PM
Selection Process
Eligible candidates will be shortlisted for an interview.
Interview Date: 14th September 2026
Time: 11:00 AM onwards
Venue:
Department of Computer Science & Engineering
National Institute of Technology Raipur
G.E. Road, Raipur – 492010, Chhattisgarh
Candidates should bring a printout of the submitted application, self-attested copies of relevant documents, and original certificates for verification.
Documents Required
- Date of Birth certificate
- Degree / Provisional Degree certificate
- Academic mark sheets
- GATE/NET scorecard, if applicable
- Caste certificate, if applicable
- NOC, wherever applicable
- Research experience certificates
- Publication details
- Other supporting documents
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should submit the online application through the prescribed Google Form before the deadline.
Application Deadline: 9th September 2026 at 6:00 PM
Application Link: Apply Online – NIT Raipur RA-II Recruitment
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 25th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 9th September 2026 |
| Closing Time | 6:00 PM |
| Interview Date | 14th September 2026 |
| Interview Time | 11:00 AM onwards |
Contact
Email: nkbharadwaj.cse@nitrr.ac.in
Phone: 9765379248
Official Website: NIT Raipur