Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Opportunity at NIT Rourkela

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Opportunity at NIT Rourkela – Food Process Engineering

Explore a Government-Backed Research Role in Food Process Engineering – Apply by 28 July 2025

Research-Based JRF Position at NIT Rourkela

The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela, an Institution of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, invites applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in a CSIR-sponsored research project. The project titled “Development of a decontamination unit for quality and safety of agro-industrial meal” offers a strong foundation for pursuing a PhD and gaining in-depth research experience.

Project Overview

• Project Title: Development of a decontamination unit for quality and safety of agro-industrial meal
• Project Code: SR-24-FP-019
• Duration: Until 15 January 2028
• Funding Agency: CSIR (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research)
• Department: Food Process Engineering
• Principal Investigator: Prof. Rachna Sehrawat
• Co-Principal Investigator: Prof. Khalid Gul

Job Role and Details

Designation: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

• Number of Positions: 1
• Job Type: Contractual (purely temporary)
• Duration of Appointment: 2 years and 6 months
• Monthly Emoluments:
  • INR 37,000 + HRA (Years 1 & 2)
  • INR 42,000 + HRA (Year 3)

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualifications

• B.S. (4-year programme), BPharm, MBBS, Integrated BS-MS, M.Sc., B.E., or B.Tech.
• Minimum 55% marks
• NET qualification or valid GATE score is mandatory

Preferred Specialization:

• Food Process Engineering

Desirable Skills:

• Experimental and analytical research experience
• Inclination towards PhD registration at NIT Rourkela

Age Limit:

• Maximum: 28 years
• Relaxations:
  • 5 years for SC/ST/PWD and Female candidates
  • 3 years for OBC (Non-creamy layer)

Selection Process

• Mode: Online Interview
• Date: 01 August 2025
• Time: 09:00 AM

Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email. NIT Rourkela reserves the right to set higher shortlisting criteria based on merit and project needs.

Application Process

• Last Date to Apply: 28 July 2025
• How to Apply:
  • Send the completed and signed application (soft copy) along with relevant documents (certificates, mark sheets, experience letters, publications, etc.) in a single PDF.
  • Email must include “Advertisement No.” in the subject line
  • Email to:
    • Prof. Rachna Sehrawat – sehrawatr@nitrkl.ac.in
    • Prof. Khalid Gul – gulmik@nitrkl.ac.in

Note: Hard copy submission is not required.

Important Notes

• Engagement is co-terminus with the project.
• Selection does not guarantee PhD admission; norms of NIT Rourkela will apply.
• Any suppression of facts may lead to cancellation of the appointment.
• CSIR norms regarding reservation and terms of engagement will apply.

About NIT Rourkela

NIT Rourkela is one of the premier national-level institutions for technical education and research. Candidates selected for this role will work under experienced faculty in cutting-edge food safety and processing technologies.

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