National Institute of Technology Silchar, a premier technical institute in Assam, has announced recruitment for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a West Bengal government sponsored project. There is a single vacancy for this temporary research position, which involves work on the design and development of a low-cost hemodialysis machine with remote monitoring facility, in collaboration with Nephrocare India Pvt. Ltd.
NIT Silchar JRF Recruitment 2026
- Notification08 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed16 Oct
About NIT Silchar JRF Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- National Institute of Technology Silchar
- Advertisement No.
- NITS/Dean(R&C)/ECE/695/03/2026
- Post Name
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Job Location
- Silchar, Assam
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Temporary
- Age Limit
- Up to 28 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- Valid GATE/NET qualifying score for B.E/B.Tech holders
- Tenure
- Initial appointment for one year, extendable by another one year solely based on performance
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
M.E/M.Tech or B.E/B.Tech (with GATE/NET qualifying score) or equivalent qualification holder with first class in aggregate, in electrical science streams like Electrical Engg./Electronics Engg./Electronics & Communication Engg./Computer Science and Engg./Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering/Telecommunication Engg./Mechatronics Engg./Robotics Engg./Mechanical Engg.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | M.E/M.Tech or B.E/B.Tech (with GATE/NET qualifying score) or equivalent qualification holder with first class in aggregate, in electrical science streams like Electrical Engg./Electronics Engg./Electronics & Communication Engg./Computer Science and Engg./Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering/Telecommunication Engg./Mechatronics Engg./Robotics Engg./Mechanical Engg. |
Age Limit
Upper age limit 28 years as on the closing date of application, 16.10.2026
Age Relaxation
SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD/EWS candidates get relaxation as per Govt. of India Rules; relaxation in the age limit is also permitted based on experience and qualification
Selection Process
- 1Screening of Applications
The Institute screens applications and has the discretion to restrict the number of candidates short-listed for the interview.
- 2Interview
Interview date and mode (online or offline) will be notified in due course of time through email.
Salary Structure
INR 25,000 per month consolidated for two years and INR 30,000 per month (SRF) in the 3rd year
How to Apply
- 1Download the application format given in the official notification
- 2Fill the application form completely and prepare a Curriculum Vitae
- 3Gather soft copies of all supporting documents for qualification, age and category
- 4Email the filled application form, C.V. and supporting documents to [email protected] and [email protected]
- 5Write the subject line of the email as "Application for the post of JRF under the WBDSTBT"
- 6Make sure the application reaches the investigators before the closing date
Documents to Carry / Upload
Important Details
- The post is purely temporary and is initially for one year, extendable by another year based only on performance.
- Employed candidates must produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of interview.
- Selected candidates have to sign an agreement at the time of joining.
- The interview date and mode (online or offline) will be intimated by email.
- The Institute may restrict the number of candidates short-listed for interview based on screening, and no candidate may be recruited if suitable candidates are not found.
Project Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Title of the project | Design and development of low-cost hemodialysis machine with remote monitoring facility |
| Description of the project | The project intends to develop an AI-based indigenous dialysis machine |
| Sponsored Agency | Science & Technology and Biotechnology Department, Govt. of West Bengal |
| Project sanction number | 565(Sanc.)/STBT-11012(19)/5/2024-ST SEC |
| No. of post(s) | 01 (One) |
| Duration | Purely temporary; initial appointment for one year, extendable by another one year solely based on performance |
| Principal Investigator from Nephrocare Pvt. Ltd. | Dr. Pratim Sengupta |
| Co-Principal Investigators from NIT Silchar | Dr. Koushik Guha, Dr. Sukumar Pati, Dr. Partha Pakray |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can employed candidates apply for the NIT Silchar JRF post?
Yes. Employed candidates have to submit a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of interview.
Do B.E/B.Tech holders need a GATE or NET score?
Yes. Candidates applying on the strength of a B.E/B.Tech degree must have a valid GATE or NET qualifying score, while M.E/M.Tech holders are considered on the degree with first class in aggregate.
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