Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 at NIT Calicut

NIT Calicut JRF Recruitment 2026 for 1 Junior Research Fellow under an ISRO-sponsored project. Apply by 12 October 2026 with ₹37,000 salary + 18% HRA.

Post Date: 29 September 2026

Organization: National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut)

NIT Calicut JRF Recruitment 2026

The National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut) has invited applications for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under an ISRO-sponsored research project in the Department of Mechanical Engineering.

The selected candidate will work on the project titled “Evaluation of Leak-Proof Surfaces in Fluid Components Using Image Processing and Machine Learning Techniques.”

The appointment will initially be for one year and may be extended up to two years, subject to the norms of the funding agency.

Job Highlights

About the Research Project

The selected JRF will be associated with the ISRO-sponsored project “Evaluation of Leak-Proof Surfaces in Fluid Components Using Image Processing and Machine Learning Techniques.”

According to the supplied recruitment details, the project involves machine vision, image processing, machine learning and pattern analysis for detecting, analysing and classifying surface defects and flaws in aerospace components.

Educational Qualification

Candidates should possess either of the following:

Engineering Qualification

B.Tech. or M.Tech. in engineering streams such as:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Production Engineering
• Aerospace Engineering
• Automobile Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electronics Engineering
• Robotics
• Instrumentation
• Electrical & Electronics Engineering
• Computer Science Engineering
• Information Technology
• Engineering Physics
• Biotechnology
• Material Science
• Mining
• Food Technology
• Other streams mentioned in the recruitment notification

Postgraduate Qualification

Candidates with:

• M.Sc.
• MCA

in disciplines such as Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, Electronics, etc., may also be eligible.

Additional Requirement

Candidates should be GATE/NET qualified.

Desirable Skills

Preference/desirability is indicated for candidates having knowledge or experience in:

• Machine vision systems
• Image processing algorithms
• Machine learning models
• Automated detection and analysis
• Classification of surface defects and flaws in aerospace components

Fellowship / Salary

The selected candidate will receive:

₹37,000 per month + 18% HRA

Age Limit

Maximum Age: 45 years

The supplied recruitment details do not provide further age-relaxation information.

Appointment Duration

The initial appointment will be for 1 year.

The position may be extended up to 2 years, subject to funding agency norms.

Selection Process

Selection will be conducted in Hybrid Mode.

Shortlisted candidates will be called for the selection interview.

Interview Details

The supplied information does not specify the interview time or the online/offline meeting details.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should submit their application according to the application procedure prescribed by NIT Calicut for this project position.

The supplied recruitment information does not provide the specific application link, email address, application format, required documents or postal submission details.

Therefore, these details should be checked in the official project recruitment notification before applying.

Important Dates

Address

National Institute of Technology Calicut
Calicut, Kerala