National Institute of Technology Rourkela, in Sundargarh district of Odisha, has come out with a Junior Research Fellow Recruitment notice for a sponsored research project in the Department of Civil Engineering. The institute is inviting applications from eligible candidates for one Junior Research Fellow (PhD) post under a project studying compound flooding of coastal areas in the Mahanadi River Delta. Interested candidates holding a B.Tech and M.Tech in Civil or Water Resources Engineering can apply through email before the extended last date, 20th August 2026. This is a good opening for research-minded engineering graduates to join a centrally funded coastal-flood-modelling project at a premier technical institute.
Official Notification Reference file: NITR/SR/2026/Advt.-26CE006/L/044(i) dated 30/07/2026 (dated 22/06/2026), Ref: FTS 260615-9633, SR-R03A
Date Posted: 7th August 2026
Institution Name: National Institute of Technology Rourkela
Institution Profile: NIT Rourkela has a diversified academic program with 17 academic departments offering specialized courses at undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels of studies. The Institute currently offers 21 undergraduate programs in the major disciplines of engineering, architecture, science, humanitiesand management, and post graduate programs in diversified fields of research areas. The Institute offers distinct programs such as B.Tech in Food Process Engineering, Biotechnology and Medical Engineering, Ceramic Engineering as well as Bachelor of Architecture to meet the demands of contemporary times. While the academic programs offered by NIT Rourkela are in tune with the National Education Policy, the quality of education is continuously upgraded by periodical revision of syllabi based on the needs of industry and academia. With different inclusive initiatives and the introduction of a standardized education policy, over the years, the Institute’s graduates have been great performers at professional fronts in India and abroad. With the focus on teaching and learning across departmental boundaries, the mix-technology and management skills,NITians have been valuable assets to our country.
Name of the Project: “Modelling The Combined Impact of Sea Level Rise, Land Subsidence and Tropical Cyclones on Compound Flooding of Coastal Areas in the Mahanadi River Delta”
Funding Agency: The project is funded by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), Government of India.
Name of the Post: Junior Research Fellow
Number of the Post: One
Duration of the Project: 3 years
Essential Qualifications: Candidates must hold a first class in Matriculation and +2, along with a B.Tech/B.E in Civil Engineering with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 or 60% marks, and an M.E/M.Tech in Water Resources Engineering or an equivalent discipline with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 or 60% from a recognised Technical Institute or University. Candidates belonging to the Reserved Category (PWD/SC/ST) get a relaxation of 0.5 CGPA or 5% at the +2 level.
Desirable Qualification: Experience in hydrological and hydrodynamic modelling, compound flood assessment, climate change impact analysis, GIS and remote sensing applications, and spatial data processing is desirable, along with proficiency in modelling tools and strong technical writing, communication and teamwork skills.
Experience: Candidates with GATE qualification will be given priority; otherwise experience requirement is As per Norms.
Age Limit: The upper age limit for applying is 32 years, relaxable up to 5 years for Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, PWD and Female applicants, and 3 years for OBC (Non-creamy layer) candidates, reckoned as on the last date of receipt of applications.
Emoluments per Month: The selected candidate will get INR 37,000 per month in Year 1 and 2, and INR 42,000 per month in Year 3, with no HRA applicable.
Job Location: Rourkela, Odisha
Apply Mode: Email
Last Date to Apply: 20th August 2026
Institution Website: https://www.nitrkl.ac.in/
How to Apply: Eligible candidates should send the complete filled and signed application as a single PDF file, along with self-attested documents for educational qualification, mark-sheets or certificates, research papers if any, and work experience certificate if any, by email to the addresses given below. The Advertisement Number must be mentioned in the subject line of the email. Applications must reach before the extended last date, 20th August 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be informed for an online interview scheduled on 31st August 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Email Address to Apply: [email protected] and [email protected]
Institution Address:
National Institute of Technology Rourkela
Sector 1, Rourkela, Sundargarh District, Odisha 769008
Official Notification for Reference: NIT Rourkela – Junior Research Fellow Recruitment Notification
Note: Candidates are advised to read the official notification of the Institution/University for details qualifications and other details, before applying.
General Instructions for the candidates to apply for the NIT Rourkela jobs:
- Read the full advertisement and corrigendum carefully before applying.
- Send the application as a single PDF file with all supporting documents attached.
- Mention the Advertisement Number clearly in the email subject line.
- Do not send any hard copy of the application to the institute.
- Keep scanned copies of mark-sheets, certificates and research papers ready before applying.
- Ensure the application reaches the given email IDs before the extended last date.
- Wait for a shortlisting communication before expecting an interview call, as only shortlisted candidates will be informed.
Candidates looking for research opportunities in coastal flood modelling and Civil Engineering should not miss this NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment. With a good stipend, a national funding agency, and a chance to work on a real climate-resilience project, this position, in Rourkela, Odisha, is worth applying for well before the extended deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date to apply for the NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment? The extended last date to submit the application is 20th August 2026.
2. What is the essential qualification for the Junior Research Fellow post at NIT Rourkela? Candidates need a B.Tech/B.E in Civil Engineering and an M.E/M.Tech in Water Resources Engineering or equivalent, each with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 or 60%, along with a first class in Matriculation and +2.
3. How many vacancies are there in this NIT Rourkela Civil Engineering recruitment? One post of Junior Research Fellow (PhD) is available under this project.
4. What is the salary for the Junior Research Fellow post at NIT Rourkela? The stipend is INR 37,000 per month in Year 1 and 2, and INR 42,000 per month in Year 3.
5. How can candidates apply for the NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow Recruitment? Candidates must email a single PDF application with all documents to [email protected] and [email protected], mentioning the Advertisement Number in the subject line.
6. What is the age limit for the NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow post? The upper age limit is 32 years, with relaxation of up to 5 years for SC/ST/PWD/Female candidates and 3 years for OBC (Non-creamy layer) candidates.
7. When is the interview for the NIT Rourkela Junior Research Fellow post? As per the corrigendum, the online interview is scheduled for 31st August 2026 at 10:00 AM.
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