Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat has invited applications for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, under a research project funded by the Aeronautics Research and Development Board (AR&DB), DRDO, Government of India. This Junior Research Fellow opening focuses on design and prediction of aluminium-based high entropy alloy foams and sandwich structures for aerospace applications, and is open to highly motivated candidates with a relevant postgraduate degree. Eligible candidates, Surat district and elsewhere can send their application by email on or before 31st August 2026, 11:59 PM.
Official Notification Reference file: DoME/1166
Date Posted: 6th August 2026
Institution Name: Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat (SVNIT Surat)
Institution Profile: The Institute was established as Sardar Vallabhbhai Regional College of Engineering & Technology (SVRCET) Surat in 1961 as one of the Regional Engineering Colleges (RECs) to impart technical education. The Institute had begun with offering Bachelor Degree Programmes in Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering. The Government of India declared the Sardar Vallabhbhai Regional College of Engineering & Technology (SVRCET) Surat to Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT) Surat with status of ‘Deemed University’ with effect from 4th December, 2002. With the enactment of National Institutes of Technology Act-2007, the Institute has been granted the status of ‘Institution of National Importance’ w.e.f. August 15, 2007.
Name of the Project: Design and predict applicability of aluminium-based high entropy alloy foams and sandwich structures for leading edge and fuselage aerospace applications
Funding Agency: Aeronautics Research and Development Board (AR&DB), DRDO, Government of India, New Delhi
Name of the Post: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Number of the Post: One
Duration of the Project: One Year, extendable based on availability of funds and the candidate’s satisfactory performance
Essential Qualifications: Candidates must hold a Post Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Manufacturing, Production, Industrial and Production, Metallurgy, Applied Mechanics, Aerospace Engineering, or a relevant professional course related to the project area, along with a B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Aerospace, Metallurgy, or an allied branch, selected either through a mandatory GATE qualification or through a National level examination conducted by Central Government departments and agencies such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, or NISER.
Desirable: Experience related to Manufacturing Metallurgy, Solidification Processing, Modelling, and Microstructural and Mechanical characterization is preferred.
Experience: As per Norms
Emoluments per month: Rs. 37,000 plus HRA at 16%, as per the revised DST-JRF/SRF norms
Job Location: Surat, Gujarat
Apply Mode: Email Application
Last Date to Apply: 31st August 2026, 11:59 PM
Institution Website: www.svnit.ac.in
How to Apply: Interested candidates should send a scanned copy of all their original certificates, mark sheets, a recent passport-size photograph, along with the completed application form and a detailed CV to the email address given below on or before 31st August 2026; candidates must positively mention their email ID in the application, and only shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview, which will be conducted in hybrid mode tentatively on 4th September 2026, with the exact schedule shared through email or the Institute website.
Email address to apply: [email protected]
Institution Address:
Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology
P.O. Ichchhanath, Surat – 395007 Gujarat, India
Official Notification for Reference: Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat – Job Opening 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 SVNIT Surat jobs:
- Fill in the prescribed application form, Annexure-A, along with the research details in Annexure-B
- Attach scanned copies of all original certificates, mark sheets, and a recent passport-size photograph
- Ensure the application is sent to the correct email address before the last date, as applications received after the deadline will not be considered
- Mention your email ID clearly in the application, since incomplete details may lead to rejection of candidature
- Keep original documents ready for verification at the time of joining, as any false or incorrect information will lead to cancellation of candidature
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email regarding the interview schedule
This Junior Research Fellow opening at SVNIT Surat offers a valuable opportunity for postgraduates in Mechanical Engineering and allied fields to contribute to a DRDO-funded aerospace research project, with the added possibility of registering for a Ph.D. at the Institute later. Eligible candidates should complete their application and email it before 31st August 2026 to be considered.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Junior Research Fellow post at SVNIT Surat about? It is a Junior Research Fellow position in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, SVNIT Surat, under a DRDO-funded project on aluminium-based high entropy alloy foams for aerospace applications.
2. What is the last date to apply for the SVNIT Surat JRF recruitment? The last date to apply is 31st August 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
3. What is the duration of the JRF position at SVNIT Surat? The position is for a duration of one year, which may be extended based on availability of funds and the candidate’s performance.
4. What qualification is required for the SVNIT Surat JRF post? Candidates need a Post Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or an allied field along with a B.E./B.Tech in a relevant branch, selected through GATE or an equivalent National level examination.
5. How can candidates apply for the SVNIT Surat Junior Research Fellow recruitment? Candidates need to email their application, detailed CV, and scanned documents to the given email address before the last date.
6. What is the monthly emolument for the SVNIT Surat JRF position? The selected candidate will receive Rs. 37,000 per month plus 16% HRA, as per the revised DST-JRF/SRF norms.
7. When will the interview for the SVNIT Surat JRF post be held? The interview is tentatively scheduled for 4th September 2026 in hybrid mode, with shortlisted candidates informed by email.
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