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National Institute of Technology, Rourkela – Wanted Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

NIT Rourkela invites applications for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in DRDO-sponsored project under Mechanical Engineering Department. Apply by 13th October 2025.

Post Date: 29th September 2025

Organization: National Institute of Technology, Rourkela

About the Organization:
National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela), formerly known as Regional Engineering College Rourkela, is a premier publicly funded institute of higher learning in engineering, science, and technology. It is located in the steel city of Rourkela, Odisha, India.

Research Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Project Title:
Design and Development of Alternative Air Bearings for High-Speed ACM Rotor Used in Cold Air Unit of Aircraft.

Sponsoring/Funding Agency: DRDO

Department: Mechanical Engineering

Essential Qualifications:

  • M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering / Production Engineering / Manufacturing Technology / Industrial Engineering / Energy Engineering / Cryogenic Engineering with minimum CGPA of 7.0 or 65% from a recognized Institute/University with valid GATE Score.

  • B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with minimum CGPA of 6.5 or 60% with valid GATE Score.

  • Note: If a candidate does not have a valid GATE score, they may be appointed as Project Associate-I as per DST rules.

Stipend: ₹37,000 per month (for first two years)

Job Location: Rourkela, Odisha

Official Website: [Click here]

Last Date to Apply: 13th October 2025

Apply Mode: Email

How to Apply:
Eligible candidates should send their filled-in application form along with relevant supporting documents via email on or before 13th October 2025.

Interview Date: 15th October 2025, 10:00 AM
Venue: Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Rourkela

📮 Organization Address:
National Institute of Technology Rourkela
Rourkela – 769008, Odisha