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NIT DurgapurIndia

JRF Recruitment 2026 at NIT Durgapur

HIRING FOR
SALARY

INR 37000

POSTED ON
02/05/2026
LAST DATE
30/05/2026
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ABOUT THIS POSITION

JRF Recruitment 2026 at National Institute of Technology Durgapur (Chemical Engineering Department)

National Institute of Technology Durgapur invites applications for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under an ANRF-funded research project focused on sustainable biodiesel generation.


Organization Details

Field

Details

Institution

National Institute of Technology Durgapur

Department

Chemical Engineering

Location

Durgapur, West Bengal, India

Funding Agency

Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)

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Notification Date

30 April 2026


Position Overview

Position

No. of Posts

Type

Duration

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

01

Temporary

3 Years (subject to performance & funding)


Project Details

Field

Details

Project Title

Solar-driven subcritical non-catalytic reactor prototype for sustainable biodiesel generation (SOLFIRE)

Investigators

Prof. Gopinath Halder & Dr. Sujit Karmakar

Department

Chemical Engineering


Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualification

Option 1:

  • M.E./M.Tech in:

    • Chemical Engineering

    • Chemical Technology

    • Biotechnology

    • Nanotechnology

    • Mechanical Engineering

    • Biochemistry

    • Environmental Engineering

    • Bioprocess Engineering

    • Microbiology

    • or allied disciplines

  • Minimum 6.5 CGPA or 60% marks

OR

Option 2:

  • M.Sc. in:

    • Biotechnology / Chemistry / Environmental Science / Microbiology

  • Valid NET/GATE qualification

  • Minimum 6.5 CGPA or 60% marks


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in biofuel synthesis / renewable energy technologies

  • Prior research publications

  • NET/GATE qualified candidates will be preferred

  • Selected candidate must register for Ph.D. under this project

  • Final-year M.Tech/M.Sc. students (2026 batch) may apply


Salary / Fellowship

Year

Fellowship

1st & 2nd Year

INR 37,000 + HRA

3rd Year

INR 42,000 + HRA

  • HRA applicable as per DST/Institute norms

  • Accommodation may be provided (HRA may not apply if accommodation is given)


Duration

  • Total Duration: 3 Years

  • Continuation based on performance and funding availability


Application Process

  • Apply as per the prescribed format mentioned in the official notification

  • Submit all required academic and supporting documents

  • Follow institute instructions carefully


Important Dates

Event

Date

Notification Date

30 April 2026

Last Date to Apply

Refer to official notification


Important Instructions

  • Position is purely temporary

  • Candidate must be willing to enroll in Ph.D. program

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview

  • Selection will be based on academic record and interview performance


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Final Note

This opportunity at National Institute of Technology Durgapur is ideal for candidates interested in renewable energy, biofuels, and sustainable engineering solutions. The project offers hands-on research experience along with Ph.D. registration opportunities under ANRF funding.

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