NIT Kurukshetra Junior Research Fellow

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The National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra (NIT Kurukshetra) Recruitment 2026 for posts of 28 Junior Research Fellow. Candidates with M.Pharma, M.Sc, M.E/M.Tech Can Apply Online. The online application closes on 12-02-2026. The candidate shall apply online through NIT Kurukshetra website, https://nitkkr.ac.in/.

NIT Kurukshetra JRF Recruitment 2026 Online Apply

National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra (NIT Kurukshetra) has released the official notification for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 under ANRF PAIR SAKSHAM project. The institute invites online applications from eligible candidates for 28 Junior Research Fellow vacancies in collaboration with IIT Indore.

Interested candidates can apply online through Google Form till 12 February 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill JRF positions under the research project “SAKSHAM- Scientific Advancements in Knowledge for Sustainability, Healthcare, and Materials” sponsored by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF). The project comprises three themes: Advanced Materials, Environmental Sustainability and Energy Technology, and Health and Medical Technologies. Candidates must check the eligibility criteria, educational qualification, age limit, and selection process before applying online for NIT Kurukshetra JRF Recruitment 2026.

Key Highlights

Total Vacancies: 28 Posts (Junior Research Fellow)
Application Mode: Online (Google Form)
Fellowship: ₹37,000 per month + HRA
Last Date: 12 February 2026

NIT Kurukshetra JRF Recruitment 2026 Overview

Recruitment Detail	Information
Organization Name	National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra (NIT Kurukshetra)
Post Name	Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Total Vacancies	28 Posts
Qualification	Post-Graduation in Basic Sciences/Engineering/Pharmacy/Technology
Age Limit	32 years (as on 01.01.2026)
Fellowship	₹37,000 per month + HRA
Application Mode	Online (Google Form)
Job Location	NIT Kurukshetra & IIT Indore (Workplace may vary as per project requirements)
Selection Process	Interview
Official Website	nitkkr.ac.in

Important Dates for NIT Kurukshetra JRF Recruitment 2026

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	Advt. No. 02/2026
Online Application Start Date	Ongoing
Last Date to Apply Online	12 February 2026
Interview Date	To be announced (Only for shortlisted candidates)
Result Declaration	To be announced

NIT Kurukshetra JRF Vacancy Details 2026

Total Vacancies: 28 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Posts

One JRF per project across three research themes. Complete list of projects is available in the official notification PDF.

Theme 1: Advanced Materials
Theme 2: Environmental Sustainability and Energy Technology
Theme 3: Health and Medical Technologies

Note: List of all 28 projects is available at the notification PDF link

Eligibility Criteria for NIT Kurukshetra JRF Recruitment 2026

Educational Qualification

Post-graduation in Basic Sciences/Engineering/Pharmacy/Technology.
Minimum 60% aggregate marks or CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale for General category.
Relaxation of 5% marks or 0.5 CGPA for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
Degree must be from a UGC-recognized University/Institute/Autonomous body.

Desirable Qualification: CSIR/UGC-NET or GATE/GPAT qualification.

Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)

Upper Age Limit: 32 years.

Category	Age Relaxation
SC/ST	As per GOI rules
OBC	As per GOI rules
Female	As per GOI rules
PwD	As per GOI rules

Nationality

Indian Citizen

Fellowship and Duration

Fellowship: Rs. 37,000/- per month + HRA (as per norms).
Initial Appointment: Up to 31 March 2026.
Tenure may be continued till September 2029 based on performance (semester-wise).

Selection Process for NIT Kurukshetra JRF Recruitment 2026

Shortlisting of candidates based on eligibility and application details.
Interview (only shortlisted candidates will be called).
Interview schedule will be communicated via email.

Note: No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

How to Apply Online for NIT Kurukshetra JRF Recruitment 2026

Prepare all required documents and scan them clearly.
Combine all relevant educational certificates into a single PDF file.
Visit the Google Form link: https://forms.gle/57Loho1dYxwuyc5b9
Fill in personal details, contact information, educational qualifications, and category.
Upload the single PDF file containing all educational certificates.
Review all details carefully.
Submit the application form online.
Save/download the confirmation or take a screenshot for future reference.

Important Links

Link	URL
Official Notification PDF	Click Here
Apply Online (Google Form)	Click Here
NIT Kurukshetra Official Website	Visit Website

Documents Required for NIT Kurukshetra JRF Recruitment 2026

Candidates must keep the following documents ready and scan them clearly, preferably in a single PDF file:

Recent passport-size photograph.
Scanned signature.
10th and 12th mark sheets/certificates (for age proof).
Graduation degree and mark sheets (all semesters).
Post-graduation degree and mark sheets (all semesters).
CSIR/UGC-NET, GATE or GPAT certificate (if applicable).
Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC), if applicable.
PwD certificate, if applicable.
Valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
Aadhaar Card or any valid photo ID.