NIT Kurukshetra JRF Recruitment 2026 (Advt. 32/2026) - DRDO AR&DB Project, Mechanical Engineering | Apply by 30 Oct
National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra-136119, Haryana - Advt. No. 32/2026, Department of Mechanical Engineering, DRDO AR&DB project
Haryana - Kurukshetra, Haryana
| Position | Code | Grade | Age | Last Date | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) - DRDO AR&DB project | JRF | Fellowship | —–28 | 30 Oct 2026 | 1 |
| Total Vacancies | 1 | ||||
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NIT Kurukshetra JRF Important Dates 2026
NIT Kurukshetra JRF Application Fee 2026
No application fee is mentioned in the advertisement.
NIT Kurukshetra JRF Age Limit 2026
Maximum Age
28 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
NIT Kurukshetra JRF Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Rs 37,000 per month + HRA (10%).
NIT Kurukshetra JRF Post Details
| S.No. | Position Title | Vacancies | Salary | Qualifications | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) - DRDO AR&DB projectGrade: Fellowship | 1 | Rs 37,000 per month + HRA (10%) | B.E./B.Tech Mechanical/Production with valid GATE and 8.0 CGPA or 75%; or M.E./M.Tech in Manufacturing/Production/Mechanical or relevant specialisation | Not specified; CAD/CAM, MATLAB and mathematical modelling desirable | 28 yrs |
| Total Vacancies | 1 | |||||
NIT Kurukshetra JRF Eligibility Criteria 2026
B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Production Engineering with a valid GATE score and 8.0 CGPA/10 or 75% marks; OR M.E./M.Tech in Manufacturing/Production/Mechanical or relevant specialisation with valid GATE score and first division at both levels; OR M.E./M.Tech without GATE with first division at both levels (must qualify the NIT written test). Age up to 28 years (preferable). Desirable: CAD/CAM, MATLAB, mathematical modelling.
NIT Kurukshetra JRF Qualification / Education
B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical/Production) with valid GATE and 8.0 CGPA or 75%; or M.E./M.Tech in Manufacturing/Production/Mechanical or relevant specialisation with valid GATE and first division at graduate and postgraduate level; or M.E./M.Tech without GATE with first division at both levels plus qualifying the NIT Kurukshetra written examination.
NIT Kurukshetra JRF Job Details & Overview
NIT Kurukshetra - Advt. No. 32/2026
National Institute of Technology (NIT) Kurukshetra invites applications from Indian nationals for 01 post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a research project funded by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Aeronautical Research and Development Board (AR&DB).
Project and Position
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Project title | Residual Stresses and Performance Evaluation of thick section welds of Ti6Al4V alloy for Aviation Application |
| File No. | Project No. ARDB/M&M/4436/2270 dated 25-08-2026 |
| Funding agency | DRDO - Aeronautical Research and Development Board (AR&DB) |
| Principal Investigator | Dr. Dinesh W Rathod, Assistant Professor (Grade-I), Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Kurukshetra |
| Co-Investigator | Dr. Vikas Kumar, Assistant Professor (Grade-I), Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Kurukshetra |
| Position | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) - 01 |
| Location | Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Kurukshetra, Haryana |
| Salary | Rs 37,000 per month + HRA (10%) |
| Age limit | Up to 28 years (preferable) |
| Duration | 3 years (co-terminus with the project) |
| Last date to apply | 30-10-2026 |
Essential Qualification
- B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Production Engineering with a valid GATE score and minimum 8.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale or 75% marks in aggregate; OR
- M.E./M.Tech in Manufacturing/Production/Mechanical Engineering or a relevant specialisation with a valid GATE score and first division at both graduate and postgraduate level; OR
- M.E./M.Tech in Manufacturing/Production/Mechanical Engineering or a relevant specialisation without a GATE score but with first division at both graduate and postgraduate level. Such candidates must appear for and qualify in the written examination conducted by NIT Kurukshetra to move to the interview stage.
Desirable: Knowledge of CAD/CAM, MATLAB and mathematical modelling is preferable.
Walk-in Interview and Written Test
- Date: 21.11.2026
- Reporting time: 09:30 AM
- Venue: Seminar Hall, Mechanical Engineering Department, NIT Kurukshetra, Haryana
- Registration: registration in the Google Form is mandatory till 5 November 2026
How to Apply
- Fill the application form linked in the advertisement and attach it to the Google Form.
- Register and fill the online form at https://forms.gle/do5rWycEgHsyUAgG7. The advertisement states that registration in the Google Form is mandatory till 5 November 2026.
- Appear for the walk-in interview with the filled-in application form in hard copy in the prescribed format.
- Bring all originals and self-attested photocopies of the relevant certificates as per the above schedule to the Seminar Hall, Mechanical Engineering Department, NIT Kurukshetra-136119, Haryana.
Note on the application link: when checked on 20.10.2026 the short link above returned HTTP 401 to an automated request, which may mean that the form requires a Google sign-in or has restricted access. If the link does not open, use the link printed in the advertisement PDF (linked on this page) or contact the Principal Investigator at [email protected] / 9834749087 or the Co-Investigator at [email protected] / 9536345391.
Terms and Conditions
- The appointment is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. No claim for regular appointment shall be entertained.
- Original documents will be verified at the time of interview/joining.
- The decision of the selection committee shall be final.
- The walk-in interview will be conducted in offline mode only.
- The selected candidate has to join duty immediately on receipt of the offer.
- The selected candidate shall not be an employee of the Institute and shall have no claim to any benefit on that account. The appointment may be terminated at any time if performance is not satisfactory, and the fellowship may be terminated with 30 days' notice before completion of the tenure if performance is not deemed satisfactory.
- No application fee is mentioned in the advertisement.
NIT Kurukshetra JRF Important Links
How to Apply for NIT Kurukshetra JRF Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra-136119, Haryana - Advt. No. 32/2026, Department of Mechanical Engineering, DRDO AR&DB project's NIT Kurukshetra JRF Recruitment 2026 (Advt. 32/2026) - DRDO AR&DB Project, Mechanical Engineering | Apply by 30 Oct before applying.
- Apply for this National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra-136119, Haryana - Advt. No. 32/2026, Department of Mechanical Engineering, DRDO AR&DB project recruitment offline, following the submission process given in the official notification (such as by registered post or in-person submission at the office address mentioned in the notice).
- Prepare the documents asked for in the notification and keep their photocopies or scans ready.
- Pay the application fee of No application fee is mentioned in the advertisement. using the method stated in the official notification, such as a demand draft.
- As directed in the notification, submit or send your application to the office address given in it on or before 30 Oct 2026.
NIT Kurukshetra JRF Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
NIT Kurukshetra JRF Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra-136119, Haryana - Advt. No. 32/2026, Department of Mechanical Engineering, DRDO AR&DB project recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra-136119, Haryana - Advt. No. 32/2026, Department of Mechanical Engineering, DRDO AR&DB project notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 30 Oct 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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What is NIT Kurukshetra JRF Recruitment 2026 (Advt. 32/2026) - DRDO AR&DB Project, Mechanical Engineering | Apply by 30 Oct?
NIT Kurukshetra JRF Recruitment 2026 (Advt. 32/2026) - DRDO AR&DB Project, Mechanical Engineering | Apply by 30 Oct is a government recruitment notification published by National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra Recruitment 2026?
Applications for National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra Recruitment 2026 open on 15 October 2026.
What is the last date to apply for National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra Recruitment 2026 is 30 October 2026.
What is the application fee for National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra Recruitment 2026?
No application fee is mentioned in the advertisement.
What is the age limit for National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra Recruitment 2026?
Maximum age limit for National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra Recruitment 2026 is 28 years as on the cutoff date, subject to applicable relaxations.
What is the qualification required for National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra Recruitment 2026?
B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical/Production) with valid GATE and 8.0 CGPA or 75%; or M.E./M.Tech in Manufacturing/Production/Mechanical or relevant specialisation with valid GATE and first division at graduate and postgraduate level; or M.E./M.Tech without GATE with first division at both levels plus qualifying the NIT Kurukshetra written examination.
How to apply for National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra Recruitment 2026?
Apply for National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra Recruitment 2026 offline, using the submission method and address given in the official notification above (such as registered post or in-person submission). Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.