NIT Rourkela JRF and Project Associate Recruitment 2026 (10 Positions) under ANRF-PAIR Project
National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela has announced an advertisement for the recruitment of Junior Research Fellows (JRF) / Project Associates (PA) for 10 positions under the prestigious ANRF-PAIR sponsored project. The engagement is purely on a temporary/contractual basis and co-terminus with the completion of the project. Selected candidates will also have the opportunity to register for a Ph.D. programme at NIT Rourkela.
Designation
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate – I (PA)
*Note: Project Associate – I (PA) will only be considered if a suitable JRF candidate is not found.
Number of Positions
10 Positions
Research Area & Project Title
Project Title: Consortium of Technologies for Sustainable Agriculture, Health, Energy and Environment (ANRF-PAIR)
Project Code: SR-25-CR-047
Location
NIT Rourkela, Sector 1, Rourkela, Sundergarh Dist., Odisha, India – 769008
Fellowship & Benefits
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF):
- Year 1 & 2: ₹37,000 per month
- Year 3 onwards (till completion of project): ₹42,000 per month
- Project Associate – I (PA):
- Year 1 to 5: ₹30,000 per month
- Accommodation: Shared accommodation will be provided in the institute hostel.
Eligibility & Qualification
Essential Qualifications
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Post Graduate degree in basic science OR Graduate / Post Graduate Degree in Professional Course selected through a process described through any one of the following:
- Scholars who are selected through National Eligibility Tests – CSIR-UGC NET including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE.
- The selection process through National Eligibility Examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions such as DBT, DST, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER, etc.
- Project Associate – I (PA): Four years Bachelor’s Degree in Natural or Agriculture Science / Master’s Degree in Natural or Agriculture Sciences / BVSc / B. Pharm or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent.
Age Limit
The upper age limit for applying is 30 years. This limit is relaxed up to 5 years for candidates belonging to SC/ST/PWD and Female applicants, and up to 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates as on the last date of receipt of applications.
Sub-Projects & Specific Desirable Qualifications
| Project Code | Sub-Project Title | Desirable Qualifications / Requirements | Investigator & Email Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| H3C | Self-powered wearable devices and drug delivery systems with biosensors for continuous healthcare monitoring | M.Sc in any biological sciences with NET/GATE OR B.Tech/M.Tech in Biotechnology/Biomedical Engineering/Electrical Engineering (Biology in 12th). A GATE qualification is mandatory for B.Tech applicants. | Bismita Nayak nayakb@nitrkl.ac.in |
| E1.1 | LSCF/BSCF perovskites and Gd-containing pyrochlore ceramics for electrocatalysts | BE/B.Tech/M.Sc. (with GATE) with a CGPA of 7.0 or 65% marks OR M.Tech in Ceramic Engg. /Metallurgical and Materials Engg./Chemical Engg. /Mechanical Engg. /Biomedical Engg. /Nanotechnology /Biotechnology OR MSc (with GATE) in Physics /Chemistry /Materials Science /Nano Science with at least 6.5 CGPA or 60% marks. | Swadesh K Pratihar skpratihar@nitrkl.ac.in |
| E2.1 | Disordered Rocksalt-type (DRX) cathodes for Li-ion batteries | BE/B.Tech/M.Sc. (with GATE) with a CGPA of 7.0 or 65% marks OR M.Tech in Ceramic Engg. /Metallurgical and Materials Engg./Chemical Engg. /Mechanical Engg. /Biomedical Engg. /Nanotechnology /Biotechnology OR MSc (with GATE) in Physics /Chemistry /Materials Science /Nano Science with at least 6.5 CGPA or 60% marks. | Partha Saha sahap@nitrkl.ac.in |
| E2.4 | PDC hybrids for sodium ion battery anodes | BE/B.Tech/M.Sc. (with GATE) with a CGPA of 7.0 or 65% marks OR M.Tech in Ceramic Engg. /Metallurgical and Materials Engg./Chemical Engg. /Mechanical Engg. /Biomedical Engg. /Nanotechnology /Biotechnology OR MSc (with GATE) in Physics /Chemistry /Materials Science /Nano Science with at least 6.5 CGPA or 60% marks. | Shantanu K Behera beherash@nitrkl.ac.in |
| E4.1 | Grid Synchronization, energy management and protection strategies for microgrid | MTech/ME/M.S. in Electrical / Control Engineering/ Energy Engg. or equivalent, relevant to the area of research OR BTech/BE in Electrical/ Control Engineering or equivalent, and having a CGPA/CPI score of 7.00 (out of 10.0) and above with a valid GATE score. Relevant areas: Power Systems, Microgrid Control, Operation, Cybersecurity, Power Electronics, AI/ML-based Control, Battery, Hydrogen Storage, Fuel Cells, Supercapacitors. | Pravat Kumar Ray rayp@nitrkl.ac.in |
| E4.2 | Green Hydrogen Integration and Microgrid Stability | MTech/ME/M.S. in Electrical / Control Engineering/ Energy Engg. or equivalent, relevant to the area of research OR BTech/BE in Electrical/ Control Engineering or equivalent, and having a CGPA/CPI score of 7.00 (out of 10.0) and above with a valid GATE score. Relevant areas: Power Systems, Microgrid Control, Operation, Cybersecurity, Power Electronics, AI/ML-based Control, Battery, Hydrogen Storage, Fuel Cells, Supercapacitors. | Monalisa Pattnaik pattnaikm@nitrkl.ac.in |
| E4.4 | Grid-Interactive AC-DC Microgrid System Analysis and AI/ML-based Energy Forecasting | MTech/ME/M.S. in Electrical / Control Engineering/ Energy Engg. or equivalent, relevant to the area of research OR BTech/BE in Electrical/ Control Engineering or equivalent, and having a CGPA/CPI score of 7.00 (out of 10.0) and above with a valid GATE score. Relevant areas: Power Systems, Microgrid Control, Operation, Cybersecurity, Power Electronics, AI/ML-based Control, Battery, Hydrogen Storage, Fuel Cells, Supercapacitors. | Arnab Ghosh ghosha@nitrkl.ac.in |
| E4.6 | Renewable Energy Integrated Secure Network Control and Protection Strategies | MTech/ME/M.S. in Electrical / Control Engineering/ Energy Engg. or equivalent, relevant to the area of research OR BTech/BE in Electrical/ Control Engineering or equivalent, and having a CGPA/CPI score of 7.00 (out of 10.0) and above with a valid GATE score. Relevant areas: Power Systems, Microgrid Control, Operation, Cybersecurity, Power Electronics, AI/ML-based Control, Battery, Hydrogen Storage, Fuel Cells, Supercapacitors. | Jatin Pradhan pradhanjk@nitrkl.ac.in |
| N3.1 | Environmentally Degradable Supramolecular Plastics for Sustainable Solutions | M.Sc. in Chemistry (or Industrial / Applied / Environmental / Polymer / Materials Chemistry) with 65% marks or 7.00 CGPA with a valid GATE/NET score. | Bimalendu Adhikari adhikarib@nitrkl.ac.in |
| N3.4 | Development of Sustainable Geopolymer Concrete | B.Tech/B.E. in Civil Engineering with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 (60%)/1st class with valid GATE/NET score, and M.E./M.Tech in Structural Engineering/Construction Technology and Management/Construction Management/Construction Technology with a minimum CGPA of 6.5/Percentage 60% /1st class. Good background in Concrete Technology. | Subhajit Mondal mondalsubhajit@nitrkl.ac.in |
Job Description & Key Details
- The positions are purely temporary and contractual in nature, co-terminus with the project.
- Selected candidates are required to register for the Ph.D. programme at NIT Rourkela.
- Candidates appearing for their final examinations are also eligible to apply. However, they must submit their qualifying degree results by 30th October, 2026.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates are required to send the complete filled and signed application form (soft copy) along with self-attested documents regarding educational qualifications (indicating percentage of marks/division, mark sheets, and certificates), research papers (if any), and work experience certificates (if any).
- The documents must be compiled into a single PDF file.
- The PDF file must be sent via email to the respective Project Investigator’s email ID (listed in the table above).
- The subject line of the email must contain the text: “Advertisement No. NITR /65/ / Advt.- SR-R03”.
- No hard copies of the application need to be sent to the Institute.
Activity Schedule
- Last Date for Submission of Application by Email: 01st October, 2026
- In-Person Test / Interview (Venue: NIT Rourkela): 05th October, 2026 at 11:00 AM
- Intimation of Selection by Email: By 12th October, 2026
- Date of Joining: On or before 30th October, 2026
Apply Link & Official Notification
To download the application form and view the official advertisement, visit the link below: