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NIT Calicut Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under ANRF Project

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NIT Calicut Recruitment 2026: Apply for 1 Junior Research Fellow vacancy under an ANRF-sponsored project. Relevant Master’s degree with GATE/NET required. Salary ₹44,400 per month. Email applications by 29 October 2026, 5 PM.

Date Posted: 23 October 2026

Organization: National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut)

About NIT Calicut

The National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC) is an Institute of National Importance funded by the Government of India. Originally established in 1961 as a Regional Engineering College, it became a National Institute of Technology in 2002.

The institute offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes in engineering, science, technology, and management. Through collaborations with research organizations, academic institutions, and industries, NIT Calicut promotes advanced research and technical education.

Project Details

  • Project Title: Influence of imbibition and drainage on plastic biodegradation in porous media
  • Sponsoring Agency: Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)
  • Department: Bioscience and Engineering
  • Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
  • Vacancies: 1

Educational Qualifications

Candidates must meet the following essential eligibility requirements:

  • A Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines:
    • Environmental Engineering
    • Chemical Engineering
    • Mechanical Engineering
    • Civil Engineering
    • Biotechnology
    • Life Sciences
  • A minimum of 60% aggregate marks, calculated as the average of all semesters, or a CGPA/CPI of 6.5 on a 10-point scale, or an equivalent qualification.
  • A valid GATE or NET qualification, as specified in the notification.

Desirable Qualification

Experience in designing and monitoring experimental setups is desirable.

Age Limit

The stated age limit is 28 years as of 29 October 2026. Age relaxation is applicable according to Government of India rules.

Required Experience

No mandatory minimum number of years of experience has been specified.

Experience in designing and monitoring experimental setups relevant to the research project will be an added advantage.

Salary and Remuneration

Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly payment of ₹44,400.

Duration of Engagement

  • Initial engagement: 1 year
  • Employment basis: Contract
  • Extension: May be extended depending on the candidate’s performance and availability of project funds.

Application Fee

No application fee has been prescribed for this recruitment.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of the following stages:

  1. Screening of applications received by the institute.
  2. Shortlisting of eligible candidates.
  3. Notification to shortlisted candidates by email.
  4. Online interview scheduled for 2 November 2026.

The institute reserves the right to relax qualification and experience criteria for candidates with exceptional credentials.

Note: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Important Dates

Event Date
Notification date 16 October 2026
Last date for application submission 29 October 2026, 5:00 PM
Online interview 2 November 2026
Application mode Email

How to Apply

Eligible candidates should apply by email using the prescribed registration form and supporting documents.

  1. Obtain the prescribed registration/application form attached to the official notification.
  2. Fill in the form with the required details.
  3. Prepare your latest CV and soft copies of academic marksheets, certificates, and relevant experience documents.
  4. Combine the completed form, CV, and supporting documents into one consolidated PDF file.
  5. Email the PDF to hodbiotech@nitc.ac.in.
  6. Send a copy of the email to shabinaashraf@nitc.ac.in.
  7. Use the exact subject line:

    Application for JRF/ANRF/ECRG/2025/004526/ENS

  8. Submit the application before 29 October 2026, 5:00 PM.

Shortlisted applicants will be informed by email about the online interview.

Candidates who are currently employed by a government organization or any other organization must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of the interview.

Documents Required

Candidates should prepare the following documents:

  • Duly completed registration/application form
  • Updated CV or resume
  • Master’s degree marksheets and certificates
  • GATE/NET qualification certificate
  • Supporting documents for relevant experience, if applicable
  • Recent photograph
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC), if currently employed

All soft copies must be consolidated into a single PDF document before submission.

Important Links and Contact Details

Particulars Details
Official Notification NIT Calicut – Office of Research and Consultancy
Institute Website https://www.nitc.ac.in
Application Email hodbiotech@nitc.ac.in
Copy Email shabinaashraf@nitc.ac.in
Project Reference ANRF/ECRG/2025/004526/ENS

 Address:

National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC)
NIT Campus P.O., Kozhikode
Kerala – 673601, India.