Research Openings (PDF / JRF / Project Staff) at National Institute of Technology Calicut
Apply for JRF, PDF, Project Assistant and Scientific Administrative Assistant jobs at NIT Calicut. Drone technology research project. Apply before May 6, 2026.
Post Date: 26 April 2026
Organization: National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut)
📖 Organization Profile
National Institute of Technology Calicut is one of India’s premier engineering institutions known for excellence in academics, research, and innovation. The institute offers advanced research infrastructure, strong industry collaborations, and a dynamic environment for interdisciplinary learning and development.
📌 Job Title / Designation
- Post Doctoral Fellow (PDF)
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Project Assistant
- Scientific Administrative Assistant
📚 Department
- Mechanical Engineering (Research Project)
🔢 Number of Vacancies
- Post Doctoral Fellow – 2
- Junior Research Fellow – 1
- Project Assistant – 1
- Scientific Administrative Assistant – 1
📘 Project Title
Capacity Building for Human Resource Development in Unmanned Aircraft System (Drone and Related Technology)
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Post Doctoral Fellow
- Ph.D. awarded or thesis submitted in Engineering / Technology / Interdisciplinary areas
Junior Research Fellow
- Postgraduate Degree in Basic Science or Professional Course through national selection process
Project Assistant
- B.Tech / B.Sc / Diploma in Engineering
Scientific Administrative Assistant
- Graduate Degree in any discipline
👨🏫 Experience
- Relevant research/project experience preferred
- Candidates from Aerospace / Mechanical / CSE / IT / ECE / EEE preferred
👤 Candidate Profile
- Strong analytical and technical skills
- Interest in drone/UAS technologies
- Good communication and documentation skills
- Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams
- Research-oriented mindset
📝 Job Responsibilities
- Assist in R&D activities of the project
- Support design, testing, and implementation
- Maintain reports and documentation
- Coordinate with research team
- Contribute to innovation and experimentation
💰 Salary / Fellowship
- Scientific Administrative Assistant: ₹24,000 + 20% HRA
- Project Assistant: ₹27,000 + 20% HRA
- Junior Research Fellow: ₹37,000 + 20% HRA
- Post Doctoral Fellow: ₹65,000 + 20% HRA
🌟 Benefits of Joining
- Work in a premier national institute
- Attractive fellowship and salary
- Exposure to drone and aerospace research
- Collaborative research ecosystem
- Career growth in academia and industry
📬 Apply Mode
📧 Email + 📝 Online Form
Last Date to Apply: 06 May 2026
📧 Emails: hodmech@nitc.ac.in, ganga@nitc.ac.in
📅 Interview Date: 08 May 2026 (Online)
📝 How to Apply
- Fill out the Google Form
- Upload required documents
- Send consolidated PDF (CV + certificates) via email
📌 Subject: Application for Project Staff Position – UAS Project
📌 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
🌐 Official Website
📍 Organization Address
National Institute of Technology Calicut
Office of Research and Consultancy,
Calicut, Kerala, India