NIT Surathkal Recruitment 2026: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Position in Nanoelectronics for X-Ray Imaging | Apply Now

NIT Surathkal Recruitment 2026: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Position in Nanoelectronics for X-Ray Imaging | Apply Now

The National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal has invited applications for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) on a contractual basis in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. The position is available under the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Government of India-funded project titled “Innovative Perovskite-Based Nanoelectronics for Medical and Industrial X-Ray Imaging.”

The appointment is initially for three years or until project completion, whichever is earlier.

Organization Details

Project Details

Fellowship

The selected candidate will receive:

• INR 37,000 per month + HRA for the first two years.

• INR 42,000 per month + HRA for the third year, as per institute norms.

Essential Qualifications

Candidates should possess:

• Postgraduate Degree in Engineering/Technology, OR

• Postgraduate Degree in Basic Sciences with specialization in:

  • Electronics

  • Nanotechnology

  • Physics

  • Chemistry

  • Or equivalent disciplines.

For Undergraduate Candidates

Candidates with an undergraduate degree in Engineering/Technology are eligible only if they have:

• Qualified GATE/NET or any national-level examination conducted by Central Government Departments and their agencies.

However, possessing a valid GATE score is not mandatory.

Minimum Academic Requirements

• OBC-NCL/EWS/Open Category: Minimum 6.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale or 60% marks in Master's degree.

• SC/ST Category: Minimum 6.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale or 55% marks in Master's degree.

Desirable Qualifications

Candidates with academic backgrounds in the following disciplines will be preferred:

• Electronics and Communication Engineering

• Electronics Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Materials Science and Engineering

• Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Chemical Engineering

• Nanotechnology

• Physics

• Or equivalent disciplines

Research Opportunity

The selected JRF will work on cutting-edge research involving perovskite-based nanoelectronics for applications in:

• Medical X-ray imaging systems

• Industrial X-ray imaging technologies

• Advanced semiconductor materials and devices

• Nanoelectronics and sensor technologies

The project offers excellent opportunities for interdisciplinary research and exposure to emerging technologies in imaging and nanoelectronics.

Important Information

Candidates interested in nanoelectronics, semiconductor devices, materials engineering, imaging technologies, and interdisciplinary research are encouraged to apply for this exciting research opportunity at NIT Karnataka, Surathkal.

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