NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026 - Air Bearings ACM Rotor Project (DRDO, Mech) | Apply by 20 Sep
Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Rourkela (SRICCE DRDO Project SR-25-ME-027)
Rourkela, Odisha
Vacancies
1
Salary
Rs. 37,000/month (PA-I Rs. 30,000 without GATE); temporary, co-terminus
Last Date
20 Sept 2026
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NIT Rourkela JRF Important Dates 2026
NIT Rourkela JRF Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Rs. 37,000/month (PA-I Rs. 30,000 without GATE); temporary, co-terminus
NIT Rourkela JRF Eligibility Criteria 2026
NIT Rourkela JRF Qualification / Education
NIT Rourkela JRF Job Details & Overview
Overview
NIT Rourkela (SRICCE) invites applications for Junior Research Fellow (01 post) in the DRDO-funded project "Design and Development of Alternative Air Bearings for High-Speed ACM Rotor Used in Cold Air Unit of Aircraft" (Code SR-25-ME-027, till 31-Jul-2028), Dept. of Mechanical Engineering (Advt. No. NITR/SR/2026/Advt.-25ME027/L/074, dated 09-Sep-2026).
Vacancy & Pay
| Post | Posts | Fellowship |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow | 01 | Rs. 37,000/- (Year 1 & 2) |
Essential Qualification
- M.E/M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or allied branch, minimum CGPA 7.0 (65%) + valid GATE score (mandatory); B.Tech/B.E Mechanical, 6.5/60% + valid GATE
- Without valid GATE: may be appointed Project Associate-I at Rs. 30,000/month (DST rules)
- Desirable: 3D modelling, Matlab, machine design, solids mechanics, bearing design, vibration and rotordynamics
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 20-Sep-2026 |
| Interview (Online, 11:30 AM, Mech Dept.) | 21-Sep-2026 |
Contact
PI: Prof. Suraj Kumar Behera / Prof. Manoj Kumar Moharana. Temporary/contractual, co-terminus with project.
Important Links
| Details | Link |
|---|---|
| SRICCE Career Page | nitrkl.ac.in/SRICCE/Career |
| Download Advertisement PDF | NITR Air Bearings JRF Advt PDF |
NIT Rourkela JRF Important Links
How to Apply for NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Rourkela (SRICCE DRDO Project SR-25-ME-027)'s NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026 - Air Bearings ACM Rotor Project (DRDO, Mech) | Apply by 20 Sep before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Rourkela (SRICCE DRDO Project SR-25-ME-027) recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the applicable application fee online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 20 Sept 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
NIT Rourkela 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 Rourkela JRF Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Rourkela (SRICCE DRDO Project SR-25-ME-027) recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Rourkela (SRICCE DRDO Project SR-25-ME-027) notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 20 Sept 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.
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What is NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026 - Air Bearings ACM Rotor Project (DRDO, Mech) | Apply by 20 Sep?
NIT Rourkela JRF Recruitment 2026 - Air Bearings ACM Rotor Project (DRDO, Mech) | Apply by 20 Sep is a government recruitment notification published by Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Rourkela. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Rourkela Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Rourkela Recruitment 2026 start on 09 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Rourkela Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Rourkela Recruitment 2026 is 20 September 2026.
What is the qualification required for Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Rourkela Recruitment 2026?
Mechanical Engineering PG with valid GATE score