National Institute of Technology, Durgapur Invited Applications for the Following Post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

The National Institute of Technology, Durgapur, a premier institution in the field of technical education, is inviting applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). This opportunity is part of a project funded by the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), focusing on capacity building for human resource development in Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drone and related Technology). This is an excellent opportunity for qualified candidates to contribute to cutting-edge research and development in the field of drone technology.

Description

The National Institute of Technology, Durgapur, is seeking a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) to join a project aimed at advancing human resource development in Unmanned Aircraft Systems. This project is sponsored by the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) and offers a unique opportunity to work on innovative research and development activities related to drone technology. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in fundamental research, simulation, and system development activities.

Position

• Research Associate III 
• Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Project Details

Project Title- “Capacity building for human resource development in Unmanned Aircraft System (Drone and related Technology), Project Reg. ID: NITD/SRCC/NC/ECE/2023/03”.

Duration: Till 31st March 2028 or till the completion of the project, whichever will appear first.

Principal Investigator (CI) & Co-CIs Dr. Nilanjan Chattaraj (CI), Dr. Jayati Dey (Co-CI), Dr. Aritro Dey (Co-CI), Dr. Deepak Kumar (Co-CI). 

Eligibility

• Research Associate III: Ph.D. in Engineering from the Department of Aerospace Engineering/Electronics & Communication Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Instrumentation Engineering from any recognized Institute/University. Mechanical Mechanisms/Structural mechanics/Fluid Mechanics/Aeromechanics/ Aerodynamics/ Flight Mechanics/Mechanical Vibration/Mechatronics/Control System/Embedded System/ Hardware-Software Co design/Robotics/Sensors/Actuators/Transducers.
• Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Mechanical Mechanisms/Structural mechanics/Fluid Mechanics/Aeromechanics/ Aerodynamics/ Flight Mechanics/Mechanical Vibration/Mechatronics/Control System/Embedded System/ Hardware Software Co-design/Robotics/Sensors/Actuators/Transducers

Minimum Monthly Remuneration

• Research Associate III: INR 67,000/- per month (consolidated)
• Junior Research Fellow (JRF): INR 37,000/- per month (consolidated)

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply through the provided Google form link: Apply Here. https://docs.google.com. The application process requires candidates to fill out the form and submit it before the deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Important Date

The last date to submit applications is 31st August 2026. 

Job Location

National Institute of Technology, Durgapur, Mahatma Gandhi Avenue, Durgapur -713 209, West Bengal, India.

For Additional Information

For further details, candidates can refer to the official notification available on the Institute’s website or contact via email at: uavprojectnitdgp.recruitment@gmail.com.

Reference: https://nitdgp.ac.in/uploads/Advt_Recruitment_for_JRF_and_Project_Lead_Recruitment_under_Project_2026.pdf

Highlights

This job opportunity at NIT Durgapur offers a chance to work on a government-funded project in the field of drone technology, with a competitive salary and the chance to contribute to significant research and development activities.

🔖 Post Expires on 31st August 2026