The Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT) Bhopal is inviting applications from Indian nationals for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a prestigious research project funded by the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO). This opportunity is ideal for candidates passionate about contributing to cutting-edge research in the field of robotics and engineering.
Description
The Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position is part of a DRDO-funded project titled “Design and Development of a Human-Friendly Soft Robotic Hand Gripper.” This project aims to innovate in the field of robotics, focusing on creating a soft robotic hand gripper that is both efficient and user-friendly. The project is spearheaded by Dr. Deepak Kumar, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at MANIT Bhopal.
Position
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Project Details
Project Title: “Design and Development of a Human-Friendly Soft Robotic Hand Gripper”.
Duration: 3 Years
Principal Investigator: Dr. Deepak Kumar
Eligibility
Candidates must possess a B.E./B.Tech in any field of Engineering with a valid GATE score or an M.E./MTech/M.Sc. in any field of Engineering or Science. Preference will be given to those with knowledge in CAD/CAM, MATLAB, Mathematical Modelling, and Robotics.
Minimum Monthly Remuneration
- Rs 37,000/- plus HRA (as applicable)
How to Apply
Interested candidates must register online using the link provided: https://forms.gle/hXzPfzuMcH3JaVSq7. After registration, candidates should email the filled application form to deepakkumaromre@manit.ac.in. Applicants are required to attend a walk-in interview with the completed application form and all original and self-attested photocopies of relevant certificates at the Committee Room, Ground Floor, Mechanical Engineering Department, MANIT Bhopal.
Important Date
The walk-in interview is scheduled for 15th September 2026, with a reporting time of 10:00 A.M.
Job Location
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh- 462 003, India.
For Additional Information
For further details, candidates can contact Dr. Deepak Kumar via email at deepakkumaromre@manit.ac.in or by phone at 8294918852.
Reference: https://www.manit.ac.in/sites/default/files/documents/DRDO_Project_JRF_Advertisement.pdf
Highlights
This is a unique opportunity to work on a DRDO-funded project at MANIT Bhopal, focusing on the development of innovative robotic technology. The position offers a competitive salary and the chance to work under the guidance of experienced faculty in a leading technical institute.
- Government Job Opportunity in National Technical Research Organisation
- Monthly Salary Rs.37,000 plus HRA
- Job Opportunity for Engineering Graduates with GATE Score
