The National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) is inviting applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under the Information Security Education and Awareness project Phase III (Hardware Security). This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a strong background in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Electronics & Communication Engineering. The position is temporary and will be co-terminus with the project completion.
Description
The Junior Research Fellow position at NIT Rourkela is part of a prestigious project funded by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY). The project focuses on enhancing hardware security as part of the Information Security Education and Awareness initiative. Successful candidates will engage in cutting-edge research and contribute to significant advancements in the field.
Position
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Project Details
Project Title: “Information Security Education and Awareness project Phase III (Hardware Security)”.
Duration: one year
Tenure: 1 Year and can be extended up to 31.03.2029.
Funded by: CBSD, MEITY.
PI: Prof. SHYAMAPADA MUKHERJEE
CO-PI: Prof. SUJATA KAHANTY
Eligibility
Candidates must possess a MTech./M.E./M.S.(R)/MTech(R) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Electronics & Communication Engineering with a minimum of 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA at both B.Tech./MCA/MSc and MTech. levels. Alternatively, candidates with a B.Tech./B.E. in CSE/IT/ECE with a valid GATE score and a CGPA of 8.0 or higher are eligible to apply.
Minimum Monthly Remuneration
- Rs. 37,000/- per month + HRA
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications before the deadline. The application process involves sending the required documents to the designated email addresses provided in the official notification. Candidates are advised to ensure that they meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
Any Contact: mukherjees@nitrkl.ac.in
Important Date
The last date for submitting the application is 25th November 2026.
Job Location
NIT Rourkela, Sector 1, Rourkela, Sundergarh Dist., Odisha 769 008, India
For Additional Information
For more details, candidates can refer to the official notification available on the NIT Rourkela website or contact Prof. Shyamapada Mukherjee at mukherjees@gmail.com or Prof. Sujata Mahanty at sujatam@gmail.com.
Highlights
This is a government job opportunity at NIT Rourkela, offering a monthly salary of Rs. 37,000. It is an excellent opportunity for engineering graduates in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Electronics & Communication to work on a significant project funded by MEITY.
- Government Job Opportunity in National Institute of Technology Rourkela
- Monthly Salary Rs. 37,000
- Job Opportunity for Engineering Graduates in CSE/IT/ECE
🔖 Post Expires on 25th November 2026