- Temporary position for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India-sponsored project.
- Project title: 'Development of Genetically Engineered Microalgae, Membrane-Based Photobioreactors and Microalgal-Derived Acid-Base Bifunctional Activated Biochar for Enhanced CO₂ Capture and Biofuel Generation: A Life Cycle Assessment'.
- Project duration: 2 years or till project completion, whichever is earlier (extensions subject to performance review every 12 months).
- Principal Investigator (PI): Dr. Samuel Lalthazuala Rokhum, Department of Chemistry, NIT Silchar.
- Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI): Dr. Shanti Gopal Patra, Department of Chemistry, NIT Silchar.
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🎓 Master's Degree
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under DBT-Sponsored Project
National Institute of Technology Silchar
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
National Institute of Technology Silchar, Silchar, Assam
Apply Deadline
15 Sep 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | National Institute of Technology Silchar (NIT Silchar) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | From ₹37,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 28 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Desirable experience in microalgae, photobioreactors, CO₂ capture, activated biochar, catalysis/materials characterization, or related areas. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is mentioned in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Indian citizens only.
- Maximum age limit: 28 years as of the last date of application (relaxation as per Government of India rules).
- Essential qualification: M.Sc in Chemistry, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a relevant/allied discipline with a minimum of 60% marks (eligibility as per DBT and NIT Silchar norms).
- Desirable: Research experience in microalgae, photobioreactors, CO₂ capture, activated biochar, catalysis/materials characterization, or related areas.
- Maximum age limit: 28 years as of the last date of application (relaxation as per Government of India rules).
- Essential qualification: M.Sc in Chemistry, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a relevant/allied discipline with a minimum of 60% marks (eligibility as per DBT and NIT Silchar norms).
- Desirable: Research experience in microalgae, photobioreactors, CO₂ capture, activated biochar, catalysis/materials characterization, or related areas.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on screening of applications followed by an interview (offline mode).
- Interview date, time, and venue will be notified via email to shortlisted candidates.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview or joining the post.
- Interview date, time, and venue will be notified via email to shortlisted candidates.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview or joining the post.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD (as per Government of India rules)
📂 Required Documents
- Duly filled application form (as per provided format).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) with supporting documents.
- Recent passport-sized colored photograph.
- Proof of age (e.g., Class X certificate).
- Educational qualification certificates (Class X onwards).
- NET/GATE examination certificates (if applicable).
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- Caste certificate (if applicable for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD candidates).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (for employed candidates).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) with supporting documents.
- Recent passport-sized colored photograph.
- Proof of age (e.g., Class X certificate).
- Educational qualification certificates (Class X onwards).
- NET/GATE examination certificates (if applicable).
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- Caste certificate (if applicable for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD candidates).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (for employed candidates).
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the JRF position under the DBT-sponsored project at NIT Silchar?
The last date for submitting the application (soft-copy) is 15th September 2026.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applying to the JRF position at NIT Silchar?
The maximum age limit is 28 years as of the last date of application (28.08.2026), with relaxation as per Government of India rules.
Q.
What is the salary for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position at NIT Silchar?
The salary is ₹37,000 per month plus HRA as per DBT/Institute norms.
Q.
Is there any application fee for applying to the JRF position at NIT Silchar?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
Q.
Where should I send my application for the JRF position under the DBT-sponsored project?
Applications should be sent to the Principal Investigator (PI) at rokhum@che.nits.ac.in with the subject line: 'Application for the post of JRF under the project BT/PR60588/CCU/173/38/2025'.