- Online interview scheduled for 4th September 2026 for the engagement of a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) or Project Associate-I (PA-I) on a contract basis.
- Position is for a research project titled 'Development of rotating packed bed reactor for carbon capture using a novel enzyme-based solvent' in the Chemical Engineering Department.
- Duration of engagement is one year, extendable up to one more year based on performance.
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Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I (PA-I) for DBT Research Project
National Institute of Technology Calicut
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
National Institute of Technology Calicut, Kerala
Apply Deadline
02 Sep 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), B.Tech (btech), Master's Degree (masters-degree), M.Tech (mtech) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹30,000 - ₹37,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | - No application fee mentioned in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Essential: M.E./M.Tech in Chemical Engineering/Biotechnology with minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA (or equivalent) from a recognized institute/university as a full-time program, with valid NET/GATE qualification.
- OR: Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Biotechnology with first-class CGPA of 7.5 (on a 10-point scale) and a valid NET/GATE score.
- Candidates without NET/GATE are also eligible to apply.
- Desirable: Experience in enzyme production and characterization, process modeling, and simulation.
- OR: Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Biotechnology with first-class CGPA of 7.5 (on a 10-point scale) and a valid NET/GATE score.
- Candidates without NET/GATE are also eligible to apply.
- Desirable: Experience in enzyme production and characterization, process modeling, and simulation.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email for the online interview.
- The institute reserves the right to relax qualifications and experience for candidates with exceptional credentials.
- The institute reserves the right to relax qualifications and experience for candidates with exceptional credentials.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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📂 Required Documents
- Duly filled registration form (as annexed).
- Most recent CV.
- Soft copies of mark sheets/certificates supporting academic qualifications and experience (consolidated into a single PDF).
- NOC from current employer (if employed) at the time of interview.
- Most recent CV.
- Soft copies of mark sheets/certificates supporting academic qualifications and experience (consolidated into a single PDF).
- NOC from current employer (if employed) at the time of interview.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee mentioned in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) or Project Associate-I (PA-I) position at NITC?
The last date for application submission is 2nd September 2026.
Q.
What is the consolidated monthly pay for the JRF and PA-I positions at NITC?
For JRF: Rs. 37,000 + 20% HRA (if NET/GATE qualified). For PA-I: Rs. 30,000 + 20% HRA (if non-NET/GATE).
Q.
Is there an application fee for applying to the JRF/PA-I position at NITC?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applying to the JRF/PA-I position at NITC?
The maximum age limit is 35 years, with relaxation applicable as per government rules.
Q.
What is the subject line for the email when applying for the JRF/PA-I position at NITC?
The subject line should be 'Application for JRF/NITC/2026/CHED/PR/DBT/01'.