The National Institute of Technology Silchar (NIT Silchar) has announced a recruitment notification for 01 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post. This opportunity is open for candidates holding a Post Graduate Degree (M.Sc or equivalent). Interested and eligible candidates can apply offline via email from 13 January 2026 to 30 January 2026 through the official website nits.ac.in.
This recruitment is for a DST-sponsored research project under the Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Silchar. Candidates selected for the JRF position will receive a monthly stipend of up to Rs. 42,000 based on project tenure.
NIT Silchar JRF Recruitment 2026 Overview
Organization Name: National Institute of Technology Silchar
Post Name: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Number of Posts: 01
Project Duration: Up to 3 Years
Salary:
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Rs. 37,000 per month (First two years as JRF)
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Rs. 42,000 per month (Afterward as SRF)
Qualification Required: Post Graduate Degree
Age Limit: Maximum 35 Years
Advertisement Number: NITS/Dean(R&C)/ME/686/01/2026
Last Date to Apply: 30 January 2026
Official Website: www.nits.ac.in
NIT Silchar JRF Vacancy Details
Post Name
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Number of Vacancies
01 (One)
Tenure
Three years or completion of the project, whichever is earlier. Extension is subject to performance review every 12 months.
Eligibility Criteria for NIT Silchar JRF 2026
Project Title
Automation scope in fabricating biodegradable super-hydrophobic composite using banana pseudostem fiber and beeswax for sustainable packaging applications.
Essential Qualification
Candidates must have:
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A Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science
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Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in a Professional Course selected through National Eligibility Tests such as CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or other national-level examinations conducted by DST, DRDO, IISc, IIT, IISER, etc., as per Government of India guidelines dated 26 June 2023.
Desirable Qualification
Specialization or background in Mechanical Engineering will be preferred.
Principal Investigator
Dr. Simanchal Kar
Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
National Institute of Technology Silchar, Assam
Salary Structure
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Rs. 37,000 per month for the first two years as Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
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Rs. 42,000 per month after two years as Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
Age Limit
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Maximum age limit is 35 years
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Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, Women, PWD, and EWS candidates as per Government of India rules
Important Dates
Date of Notification: 13 January 2026
Last Date to Submit Application: 30 January 2026 (till 24:00 hrs)
Selection Process
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Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview date and mode (online or offline) via email
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The institute may limit the number of candidates called for interview based on screening
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NIT Silchar reserves the right not to recruit any candidate if suitable candidates are not found
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Selected candidates must sign an agreement at the time of joining
General Instructions
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The position is temporary and purely project-based
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The project involves significant field work, so candidates should apply only if they are comfortable with it
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Employed candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of interview
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Reservation and relaxation rules will be followed as per Government of India norms
How to Apply for NIT Silchar JRF Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must submit the following documents:
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Filled and signed application form
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Updated Curriculum Vitae
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Relevant educational and experience certificates
All documents should be sent as scanned copies via email to:
Email ID: simanchal@mech.nits.ac.in
Email Subject Line:
Application for the post of JRF under the SERB-DST project
The application must be submitted on or before 30 January 2026.
