Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT), a state university in Sambalpur, Odisha, has announced recruitment for Junior Research Fellow and Project Associate posts under the ANRF-PAIR Scheme. There are four positions in total, spread across the Electrical and Electronics, Civil, Mechanical and Computer Science and Engineering departments. The roles are contractual research positions linked to projects on areas such as smart agricultural grading, battery thermal management, gas leakage sensor networks and sustainable geopolymer concrete.
VSSUT Recruitment 2026 - Junior Research Fellow and Project Associate Posts
Posted 02 Oct 2026Updated 02 Oct 2026
Total Vacancies
4
Last Date
08 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 08 Oct 2026
- Notification18 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed08 Oct
About VSSUT Junior Research Fellow and Project Associate Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology
- Post Name
- Junior Research Fellow/ Project Associate (Electrical & Electronics Engg), Junior Research Fellow/ Project Associate (Civil Engineering) and 2 more
- Job Location
- Sambalpur, Odisha
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- Valid GATE/NET score for the Junior Research Fellow posts
Vacancy Breakdown
Junior Research Fellow/ Project Associate (Electrical & Electronics Engg)
1
Junior Research Fellow/ Project Associate (Civil Engineering)
1
Project Associate (Mechanical Engg)
1
Project Associate (Computer Sc and Engg)
1
Total4
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow/ Project Associate (Electrical & Electronics Engg) | 1 |
| Junior Research Fellow/ Project Associate (Civil Engineering) | 1 |
| Project Associate (Mechanical Engg) | 1 |
| Project Associate (Computer Sc and Engg) | 1 |
| Grand Total | 4 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Junior Research Fellow/ Project Associate (Electrical & Electronics Engg)1 post
- Qualification
- JRF: Post graduate Degree in Professional courses selected through National Eligibility Tests - CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE, or through national examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their agencies and institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER. PA: if the above qualification is not there, B.Tech./ M.Tech. in EEE/ EE/ ECE/ ETC/ IT/ CS/ Instrumentation Engineering branches with or without GATE qualified, or M.Sc. Electronics/ Physics with or without NET qualified.
- Note
- Preference shall be given to M.Tech degree holders in Electronics and Communication Engineering/ Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering/ Instrumentation Engineering with specialization in Communication Engineering/ Communication System Engineering/ Instrumentation Engineering with at least 60% in aggregate or 6.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale, GATE qualified candidates, and candidates with similar or related project experience.
- Project Code
- N 2.2
- Broad Area of Research
- Design and development of smart sensors and Li-Fi enabled sensor networks for detecting gas leakages
- Department
- EEE
- Co-PI
- Gyan Ranjan Biswal
Junior Research Fellow/ Project Associate (Civil Engineering)1 post
- Qualification
- JRF: B.Tech/B.E. in Civil Engineering with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 (60%)/1st class with valid GATE/NET score, and M.E./M.Tech in Structural Engineering/ Construction Technology and Management/ Construction Management/ Construction Technology with a minimum CGPA of 6.5/Percentage 60% /1st class from a recognized Technological University. The candidate must be selected through CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE, or through national examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their agencies and institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER. PA: if the above qualification is not there.
- Project Code
- N 3.4.2
- Broad Area of Research
- Development of Sustainable Self-Compacting Geopolymer Concrete through use of industrial and agricultural waste
- Department
- Civil Engineering
- Co-PI
- S. K. Panigrahi
Project Associate (Mechanical Engg)1 post
- Qualification
- B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 1st class. Desirable qualification: M.Tech in Thermal Engineering with 1st class.
- Project Code
- E2.6
- Broad Area of Research
- Phase change materials and battery TMS
- Department
- ME
- Co-PI
- Prof Aurovindo Mohanty
- Desirable Skills
- Familiar with experiments and CFD simulation
Project Associate (Computer Sc and Engg)1 post
- Qualification
- B.E./B.Tech in Electronics, Computer Science, EEE and its relevant Engineering discipline/ M.Sc Computer Science/ M.Sc. in Electronics/ M.Tech in Electronics/ M.Tech in Computer Science/ MCA or its relevant subject/ equivalent degree recognized by government institutions.
- Project Code
- A3.4
- Broad Area of Research
- Smart Agri-Quality Grading System: AI-Driven Assessment and Grading of Agricultural Products for Market Readiness
- Department
- CSE
- Co-PI
- Santi Kumari Behera
- Desirable Skills
- Knowledge of programming languages (Python/MATLAB/C/C++), experience in data analysis, machine learning, AI/ML, experience in laboratory experiments or field data collection
Application Fee
All Categories
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Walk-in Interview
Candidates who apply online are called for a walk-in interview at the respective department on 09 October 2026.
Salary Structure
Junior Research Fellow/ Project Associate (Electrical & Electronics Engg)
Pay: JRF: Rs. 37000 per month for the first 2 years, Rs. 42000 per month beyond 2 years; PA: Rs. 30000 per month
Junior Research Fellow/ Project Associate (Civil Engineering)
Pay: JRF: Rs. 37000 per month for the first 2 years, Rs. 42000 per month beyond 2 years; PA: Rs. 30000 per month
Project Associate (Mechanical Engg)
Pay: Rs. 30000 per month
Project Associate (Computer Sc and Engg)
Pay: Rs. 30000 per month
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow/ Project Associate (Electrical & Electronics Engg) | JRF: Rs. 37000 per month for the first 2 years, Rs. 42000 per month beyond 2 years; PA: Rs. 30000 per month |
| Junior Research Fellow/ Project Associate (Civil Engineering) | JRF: Rs. 37000 per month for the first 2 years, Rs. 42000 per month beyond 2 years; PA: Rs. 30000 per month |
| Project Associate (Mechanical Engg) | Rs. 30000 per month |
| Project Associate (Computer Sc and Engg) | Rs. 30000 per month |
How to Apply
- 1Submit the application online on or before 08-10-2026 through the Apply Online link or the VSSUT official website
- 2Fill in the application form with correct personal, educational and contact details
- 3Upload the photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format
- 4Pay the application fee online, if applicable
- 5Review all details and submit the form
- 6Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference
- 7Report for the walk-in interview at the respective department on 09-10-2026 with the completed application form and supporting documents
Reporting Venue
Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology, Burla, Odisha
Candidates must report for the walk-in interview on 09 October 2026 at the department of the project applied for, carrying the completed application form, attested copies of certificates and mark sheets from HSC onwards, GATE/NET details and copies of research publications if any.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Completed application form
•Attested copies of certificates and mark sheets/grade cards from HSC examinations or equivalent showing percentage of marks or CGPA
•GATE/NET subject
•Qualifying year and score details
•Copies of research publications if any
•Recent passport size photograph
Important Details
- The positions are advertised under the ANRF-PAIR scheme and are project based, with the project code, broad area of research and Co-PI differing by post.
- For the Electrical & Electronics Engineering and Civil Engineering projects the same project code carries both the Junior Research Fellow and the Project Associate position, and the Project Associate scale applies where the JRF qualification is not met.
- The application form for the walk-in interview is the university's own form, which asks for the advertisement number, project code, post applied for, department, GATE/NET subject, qualifying year and score, and details of research publications.
Project-wise Details
A3.4
Post: Project Associate (PA)
Department: CSE
Co-PI: Santi Kumari Behera
E2.6
Post: Project Associate (PA)
Department: ME
Co-PI: Prof Aurovindo Mohanty
N 2.2
Post: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)/ Project Associate (PA)
Department: EEE
Co-PI: Gyan Ranjan Biswal
N 3.4.2
Post: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)/ Project Associate (PA)
Department: Civil Engineering
Co-PI: S. K. Panigrahi
| Project Code | Post | Department | Co-PI |
|---|---|---|---|
| A3.4 | Project Associate (PA) | CSE | Santi Kumari Behera |
| E2.6 | Project Associate (PA) | ME | Prof Aurovindo Mohanty |
| N 2.2 | Junior Research Fellow (JRF)/ Project Associate (PA) | EEE | Gyan Ranjan Biswal |
| N 3.4.2 | Junior Research Fellow (JRF)/ Project Associate (PA) | Civil Engineering | S. K. Panigrahi |
Project-wise Vacancy Split
- CSE - 01
- EEE - 01 (JRF/PA)
- ME - 01
- CIVIL E - 01 (JRF/PA)
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