- Temporary position for a Department of Science and Technology (DST), Govt. of India sponsored project titled 'Machine learning based design of low cost Knee-Ankle-Foot-Orthosis for Divyangs and development through additive-manufacturing of recycled plastic'.
- Project involves designing person-specific orthosis using machine learning and prototyping via additive manufacturing with recycled plastics.
- Duration: 3 years or project completion, whichever is earlier (subject to annual performance review).
- Principal Investigator: Dr. Vinyas Mahesh, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Silchar.
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🎓 M.Tech
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Junior Research Fellow (JRF) for DST-Sponsored Project on Knee-Ankle-Foot-Orthosis
National Institute of Technology Silchar
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
National Institute of Technology Silchar, Silchar-788010, Assam, India
Apply Deadline
31 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | National Institute of Technology Silchar (NIT Silchar) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | M.Tech (mtech), M.E. (me) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | From ₹37,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Not specified in the notification (desirable experience in simulations, additive manufacturing, and material characterization). |
| Application Fee | - No application fee mentioned in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Indian citizens only.
- Age limit: 35 years as on the last date of advertisement (31.08.2026).
- Essential qualification: M.E/M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (specialization in Machine Design, Materials and Manufacturing/Biomedical Engineering or related fields) with minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university.
- GATE/NET qualified candidates preferred.
- Desirable: Experience in COMSOL simulations, additive manufacturing, and material characterization.
- Age limit: 35 years as on the last date of advertisement (31.08.2026).
- Essential qualification: M.E/M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (specialization in Machine Design, Materials and Manufacturing/Biomedical Engineering or related fields) with minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university.
- GATE/NET qualified candidates preferred.
- Desirable: Experience in COMSOL simulations, additive manufacturing, and material characterization.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on academic qualifications, experience, and performance in the interview.
- Interview date, mode (online/offline), and venue will be notified via email.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview or joining the post.
- Interview date, mode (online/offline), and venue will be notified via email.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview or joining the post.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD relaxation as per Govt. of India rules).
📂 Required Documents
- Duly filled application form (Annexure 01(A)-2).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Soft copies of all supporting documents (educational certificates, GATE/NET scorecards, experience certificates, etc.).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (if employed) at the time of interview.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Soft copies of all supporting documents (educational certificates, GATE/NET scorecards, experience certificates, etc.).
- No Objection Certificate (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) position under NITS/Dean (RC)/ME/723/01?
The last date for submitting the filled application form is 31.08.2026.
Q.
What is the age limit for applying to the JRF position at NIT Silchar?
The maximum age limit is 35 years as on the last date of the advertisement (31.08.2026).
Q.
What is the salary for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position?
The salary is Rs. 37,000 per month, with HRA as per project/institute norms.
Q.
Is there any application fee for this recruitment?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
Q.
Who is the Principal Investigator for this project?
The Principal Investigator is Dr. Vinyas Mahesh, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Silchar.