Junior Research Fellow (Leading to PhD) in Asphalt-Rubber Pavement Systems at NIT Rourkela National Institute of Technology Rourkela in

National Institute of Technology Rourkela is inviting applications for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position in the Transportation Engineering Section, Department of Civil Engineering. The project is titled “Field Test Sections of Asphalt-Rubber Pavement Systems, Design, Construction, and Performance Monitoring” and is sponsored by NHAI.

This opportunity is especially relevant for candidates interested in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Pavement Engineering, asphalt-rubber materials, field testing, construction, and performance monitoring. The post is described as a JRF leading to PhD, making it suitable for applicants aiming to build a research career in academia or industry.

Funding: The fellowship offers a stipend of ₹37,000/month + HRA for the first and second year, and ₹42,000/month + HRA thereafter. The duration is 3 years or project closure, whichever is earlier.

Eligibility highlights: Applicants should have a B.Tech in Civil Engineering with at least 7.0 CGPA or 65%, and/or an M.Tech in Transportation Engineering with at least 6.5 CGPA or 60%. The notice also asks candidates to check the official advertisement for essential qualifications and details. A GATE scorecard is required if applicable.

Application process: Prepare a single PDF containing the completed application form, certificates and mark sheets from 10th onward, caste certificate, GATE scorecard if applicable, and experience certificates if any. Email the application to [email protected] with the subject line “Application for JRF”.

Deadline: The application deadline has been extended to 21 June 2026, and the interview is scheduled for 25 June 2026 in offline mode.