 Delhi invites applications for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under DST funded project on VIS-NIR Spectrometer.){kind=link}
National Institute of Technology Delhi (NIT Delhi), an Institute of National Importance established under an Act of Parliament, is one of the leading institutions in India focused on excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. Located in the capital, NIT Delhi offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in engineering, science, and applied research areas.
Description
National Institute of Technology Delhi invites applications from eligible Indian citizens for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) to work on a DST funded project titled “Design and Development of Portable VIS-NIR Spectrometer for Detection of Pesticide Content in Fruits and Vegetables Products”. The position is purely on a contract basis for a duration of 2 years. Selected candidates will be encouraged to register for a Ph.D. at NIT Delhi.
Last date for submitting applications via email is 12 January 2026.
Position
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Project Title: Design and Development of Portable VIS-NIR Spectrometer for Detection of Pesticide Content in Fruits and Vegetables Products
- Project Duration: 2 Years
- Principal Investigator: Dr. Gyanendra Sheoran, Associate Professor (Physics)
Eligibility
Essential Qualification:
• Postgraduate in Sciences (Physics / Instrumentation / relevant field)
• OR Graduation / Post-graduation in Engineering/Technology
• Must be qualified with valid GATE / NET / national-level exam or hold own fellowship
Desirable Skills:
• Experience in optics, prototyping of instruments, machine learning, 3D/spectral imaging
• Proficiency in MATLAB, LabVIEW, Python
Age Limit: 32 years (Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PWD as per Govt. of India rules)
Minimum Monthly Remuneration
- ₹37,000/- + 27% HRA per month
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their detailed CV (including DOB, qualifications, experience, research summary, referees, and compatibility with the project) via email to gsheoran@nitdelhi.ac.in by 12 January 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed via email for the interview. No TA/DA will be paid.
Important Date
Last Date of Application: 12 January 2026
Job Location 🇮🇳
Department of Applied Sciences,
National Institute of Technology Delhi,
Plot No. FA7, Zone P1, GT Karnal Road,
Delhi – 110036, India
For Additional Information
For more details, contact:
Dr. Gyanendra Sheoran
Email: gsheoran@nitdelhi.ac.in
Mobile: 7042131946
Highlights
- Government Research Job at NIT Delhi
- ₹37,000 + HRA Fellowship
- Eligibility: PG in Science or UG/PG in Engineering with GATE/NET
- Research Project in Portable Spectrometer Development
🔖 Post Expires on 12th January 2026