National Institute of Technology Silchar in Assam has invited Indian citizens to apply for one temporary Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post in an ANRF sponsored project in the Department of Civil Engineering. This Junior Research Fellow Recruitment is for a project on geothermal reservoir rocks and hot spring fluid flow in the Tawang region of Arunachal Pradesh. Interested candidates must email their soft copy application to the Principal Investigator on or before 30 November 2026.
Date Posted: 3rd November 2026
Institution Name: National Institute of Technology Silchar (An Institute of National Importance)
Advertisement/Notification No.: NITS/Dean(R&C)/CE/700/02/2026
Institution Profile: National Institute Of Technology, Silchar (राष्ट्रीय प्रौद्योगिकी संस्थान, सिलचर) is one of the 31 National Institutes of Technology of India and was established in 1967 as a Regional Engineering College in Assam. In 2002 it was upgraded to the status of National Institute of Technology and was declared as Institute of National Importance under the National Institutes of Technology Act, 2007.
Employment Type: Temporary (Project Basis)
Post Name/Designation: The Institute is hiring for the following post
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Department of Civil Engineering, under the ANRF sponsored project “An experimental and numerical investigation of the mechanical properties of geothermal reservoir rocks and the fluid flow from hot springs in the Tawang region of Arunachal Pradesh, North Eastern India” (1 post)
Total Vacancies: 01
Required Educational Qualifications for Junior Research Fellow: Candidates should have
- B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent degree in Civil, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering with GATE qualification
- OR M.E./M.Tech./M.Sc./M.Sc. Tech. degree in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Earth Science or Geology
- GATE/NET-qualified candidates will be given preference
Age Limit: The maximum age limit is 35 years on the last date of the advertisement. Relaxation in the age limit will be permitted based on experience and qualification, and relaxation on qualification and age will be as per Government of India rules.
Required Experience: Experience is not compulsory, but the following is desirable
- Basic knowledge of geothermal energy
- Prior knowledge of geomechanical tests of rock, such as Young’s modulus, Poisson’s ratio and fracture toughness
- Knowledge of computational geomechanics such as FEM is advantageous but not mandatory
Pay Scale/Pay Level:
Rs. 37,000 per month, with HRA at 10% if Institute accommodation is not provided.
Selection Process: Candidates will be selected through the following stages
- Screening of applications, as the Institute may limit the number of candidates shortlisted
- Interview for shortlisted candidates, with the date and mode (online or offline) notified by email
- Signing of an agreement by the selected candidate at the time of joining
Job Location: Silchar, Assam
Important Dates:
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 2 November 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 2 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply by Email | 30 November 2026 |
| Walk-in/Interview Date | Not Applicable – The interview date, time, mode and venue will be notified through email to shortlisted candidates |
Apply Mode: Email
How to Apply for this Position?
Candidates need to fill in the application form given in the notification and email the soft copy with their CV and supporting documents to the Principal Investigator. Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview by email.
Application Procedure: Candidates need to follow the steps given below to apply for this post
- Fill in the application format given with the notification and paste a passport-size photograph
- Prepare your CV and soft copies of all supporting documents
- Email everything to the Principal Investigator at the address given below
- Use the subject line “Application for the post of JRF under the project – ANRF/ECRG/2024/005933/ENS”
- Send the application on or before 30 November 2026
- Keep checking your email for the interview details
Documents Required: Candidates should keep the following documents ready (Kindly Read the Notification)
- Duly filled application form with passport-size photograph
- Updated CV
- Educational certificates and mark sheets from Class X onward
- NET or GATE score card
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD), if applicable
- Experience certificates, if any
- No Objection Certificate from the employer, for employed candidates, at the time of interview
- Government-issued ID proof
Important Links:
| Link Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | NIT Silchar Junior Research Fellow Recruitment Notification (This link is taken from the institution official website) |
| Institution Official Website | www.nits.ac.in |
| Application Link | Not Applicable – apply via email only |
| Email Address to Apply | [email protected] |
Disclaimer for Candidates: Candidates are requested to carefully read and review the official notification before applying, as the information above is presented for general reference only and the official advertisement shall be treated as final and authoritative in case of any discrepancy.
Institution address:
Office of the Dean (Research & Consultancy),
National Institute of Technology Silchar,
Silchar – 788010,
Assam, India.
Benefits of Joining NIT Silchar:
- Chance to work on an ANRF sponsored research project at an Institute of National Importance
- Monthly pay of Rs. 37,000 along with HRA, if accommodation is not provided
- Hands-on experience in geomechanics, geothermal energy and numerical modelling
- Possible extension of the engagement up to two years, based on a performance review every 12 months
- Exposure to research work in the Tawang region of Arunachal Pradesh
Frequently Asked Questions for Junior Research Fellow Recruitment
- Who has released this notification?
National Institute of Technology Silchar, under Advertisement No. NITS/Dean(R&C)/CE/700/02/2026. - Which post is advertised?
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the Department of Civil Engineering. - How many vacancies are there?
There is 1 vacancy. - Which agency sponsors the project?
The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Govt. of India. - What is the monthly pay?
Rs. 37,000 per month, with HRA at 10% if Institute accommodation is not provided. - What is the duration of the engagement?
It is two years or till the completion of the project, whichever is earlier. Extension depends on a performance review every 12 months. - What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 30 November 2026. - How can candidates apply?
Candidates must email the soft copy of the filled application form, CV and documents to [email protected]. - What is the age limit and age relaxation?
The age limit is 35 years, with relaxation based on experience and qualification and as per Government of India rules. - Will TA/DA be paid for the interview?
No, TA/DA will not be paid for appearing in the interview or joining the post.
NIT Silchar is offering a valuable chance for engineering and science graduates to work on a geothermal research project. If you meet the qualification, prepare your application and documents and email them to the Principal Investigator before 30 November 2026.
