National Institute of Technology Warangal, an institute of national importance under the Ministry of Education in Telangana, has announced recruitment for Junior Research Fellow positions in its Department of Biotechnology. A total of two posts are on offer under a research project on nickel recovery from mine tailings and suspended dust, sponsored by the Ministry of Mines, Government of India. The role involves heavy metal analysis, field visits, microbial culture work and research writing, and offers a pathway to PhD registration at the institute.
NIT Warangal Recruitment 2026 - Junior Research Fellow Posts
Posted 29 Sept 2026Updated 29 Sept 2026
Total Vacancies
2
Last Date
03 Oct
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Applications closed on 03 Oct 2026
- Notification21 Sept
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- Applications Closed03 Oct
About NIT Warangal Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- National Institute of Technology Warangal
- Post Name
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Job Location
- Warangal, Telangana
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 30 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 37,000 per month for the first two years; HRA as per institute rules
- Tenure
- Two years or till closure of the project, whichever is earlier; performance evaluated in 3 months
Vacancy Breakdown
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
B.E./B.Tech. in Biotechnology/Industrial Biotechnology/Bioinformatics/Biotech. Engineering/Bioengineering/Biological Sciences and Bioengineering/Biosciences and Bioengineering/Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering/Biochemical and Biotechnology Engineering, and M.E./M.Tech./M.S.(by Research)/M.S. (from abroad, two-year program only) in Biotechnology/Industrial Biotechnology/Bioinformatics/Biotech Engineering/Genetic Engineering/Biological Sciences and Bioengineering/Biosciences and Bioengineering/Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering/Biochemical and Biotechnology Engineering/Environmental Engineering. (OR) M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Microbiology/Botany/Zoology/Bioinformatics/Life Sciences and M.Tech. in Biotechnology/M.Tech in Environmental Engineering. (OR) M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Microbiology/Botany/Zoology/Bioinformatics/Life Sciences. Minimum 60% aggregate marks or 6.5 CGPA at both UG and PG for GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC-NCL category and minimum 55% aggregate marks or 6.0 CGPA at both UG and PG for SC/ST/PwD category. Candidates with Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology with at least CGPA of 7.5/10 or 70% of marks under GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC-NCL category and at least CGPA of 7.0/10 or 65% under SC/ST/PwD category. Candidates with GATE/CSIR-UGC/DBT/ICMR NET qualification will be given preference.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | B.E./B.Tech. in Biotechnology/Industrial Biotechnology/Bioinformatics/Biotech. Engineering/Bioengineering/Biological Sciences and Bioengineering/Biosciences and Bioengineering/Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering/Biochemical and Biotechnology Engineering, and M.E./M.Tech./M.S.(by Research)/M.S. (from abroad, two-year program only) in Biotechnology/Industrial Biotechnology/Bioinformatics/Biotech Engineering/Genetic Engineering/Biological Sciences and Bioengineering/Biosciences and Bioengineering/Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering/Biochemical and Biotechnology Engineering/Environmental Engineering. (OR) M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Microbiology/Botany/Zoology/Bioinformatics/Life Sciences and M.Tech. in Biotechnology/M.Tech in Environmental Engineering. (OR) M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Microbiology/Botany/Zoology/Bioinformatics/Life Sciences. Minimum 60% aggregate marks or 6.5 CGPA at both UG and PG for GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC-NCL category and minimum 55% aggregate marks or 6.0 CGPA at both UG and PG for SC/ST/PwD category. Candidates with Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology with at least CGPA of 7.5/10 or 70% of marks under GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC-NCL category and at least CGPA of 7.0/10 or 65% under SC/ST/PwD category. Candidates with GATE/CSIR-UGC/DBT/ICMR NET qualification will be given preference. |
Age Limit
Maximum 30 years
Age Relaxation
Upper age relaxation of up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Women and physically challenged candidates.
Application Fee
All Categories
Nil
Salary Structure
Rs. 37,000 per month for the first two years; HRA as per institute rules
How to Apply
- 1Download and fill the application proforma attached to the advertisement or the editable template
- 2Prepare a brief resume or curriculum vitae and bio-data with personal details, educational qualifications and experience
- 3Attach scanned copies of original mark memos, provisional and degree certificates, GATE/NET score cards and category certificate in a single PDF file
- 4Submit the application through the Google Form link given in the notification
- 5Email a soft copy to [email protected] with the subject line 'Application for JRF position'
- 6Send the application before the last date
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Application proforma
•Bio-data/CV
•Scanned copies of original mark memos
•Provisional and degree certificates
•GATE/NET score cards
•Category certificate
•Recent passport-size photograph
•ID proof
Important Details
- The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview, and candidates appearing for an online interview are expected to have a good internet connection.
- The list of eligible candidates will be announced on the institute website and intimated by email or phone.
- The selected candidate is eligible to register for a PhD degree at NIT Warangal as per institute rules, but must apply for a PhD position when that advertisement is open.
Project Details
Project title: Nickel Recovery from Mine Tailings and Suspended Dust In and Around Mines. Sponsored by the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, Department of Biotechnology, NIT Warangal.
Desired Qualifications
Prior knowledge and hands-on experience in heavy metal analysis, extraction, microbial growth techniques and artificial intelligence.
Job Nature
Heavy metal analysis, field visits, microbial cell culture, biological reactor development, research article writing and report preparation.
Other Benefits
HRA as per institute rules. The selected candidate is also eligible for on-campus hostel and mess facilities, subject to availability.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
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