National Institute of Technology Calicut
NIT Calicut Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026
- NIT Calicut
- Contractual
- Calicut, Kerala
- Email application
Application deadline
12 October 2026
Closes todayLast date for application submission
Posted 28 September 2026
Email application
Quick facts
- Vacancies
- 1
- Qualification
- B.Tech or M.Tech in an eligible Engineering stream…
- Age
- Up to 45 years
- Pay
- ₹37,000/month
- Location
- Calicut, Kerala
- Employment
- Contractual
- Apply mode
- Email application
Overview
National Institute of Technology Calicut invites applications for one Junior Research Fellow on contract for an ISRO-sponsored research project in the Department of Mechanical Engineering.
Positions & vacancies
1 vacancy across 1 post
Calicut · Contractual
- Age
- Up to 45 years
- Experience
- No minimum duration of experience is specified. Relevant knowledge and skill in machine vision, image processing and machine learning for aerospace surface defect analysis is desirable.
Eligibility
Eligibility
Age
Age limit 45 years No age cutoff date is stated.
Exam qualification
GATE or NET qualified
Educational Alternatives
Applicants must satisfy one of the listed engineering or postgraduate degree pathways.
Alternative 1 of 2. B.Tech or M.Tech in an eligible Engineering stream such as Mechanical, Production, Aerospace, Automobile, Chemical, Civil, Electronics, Robotics, Instrumentation, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Information Technology, Engineering Physics, Biotechnology, Material Science, Mining or Food Technology The source lists B.Tech or M.Tech and gives the named streams as examples, followed by etc.
Alternative 2 of 2. Post Graduate Degree, M.Sc. or MCA, in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, Electronics or related subjects
Desirable Technical Skills
- Knowledge and skill for development of machine vision systems(Desirable)
- Knowledge and skill in image processing algorithms(Desirable)
- Knowledge and skill in machine learning models for automated detection, analysis and classification of surface defects and flaws of aerospace components(Desirable)
Salary & benefits
₹37,000
per month
Plus 18% HRA.
18% HRA
Selection process
- 1
Application Shortlisting
Applications will be shortlisted based on the essential qualification criteria, and eligible candidates will be notified by email.
- 2
Hybrid Mode Interview
Shortlisted eligible candidates are invited for a hybrid-mode selection interview on 16 October 2026.
Important dates
Application deadline
12 Oct 2026
Closes today
Reporting schedule
FRIDAY, 16 OCTOBER
- Junior Research FellowSelection interview for shortlisted candidates
Other important dates
- Notification signed28 September 2026
How to apply
- 1
Email application
Email the duly filled prescribed registration or application form, most recent CV and supporting academic and experience documents. Soft copies may be consolidated into a single PDF. Copy the email to deepaklawrence@nitc.ac.in and use the subject line Application for JRF - ISRO RESPOND Project 2026 Mechanical Engineering/DLK.
Email: hodmed@nitc.ac.in
hodmed@nitc.ac.in
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Additional information
Selection summary
Candidates will be shortlisted based on the essential qualification criteria. Eligible shortlisted candidates will be notified by email and invited to a hybrid-mode interview on 16 October 2026.
Eligibility notes
Applicants must satisfy one of the prescribed engineering or postgraduate degree pathways and must be GATE or NET qualified. The age limit is 45 years. Knowledge and skill in machine vision systems, image processing algorithms and machine learning models for automated detection, analysis and classification of aerospace component surface defects and flaws is desirable.
Application instructions
Candidates must fill the prescribed registration or application form and email it with the most recent CV and soft copies of mark sheets and certificates supporting academic qualification and experience. The soft copies may be consolidated into a single PDF. The application must be emailed to hodmed@nitc.ac.in with a copy to deepaklawrence@nitc.ac.in using the subject line Application for JRF - ISRO RESPOND Project 2026 Mechanical Engineering/DLK.
Important notes
The Institute may relax qualification and experience requirements for candidates with exceptional credentials. Applicants already in regular employment must produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of interview. No TA or DA will be paid for appearing in the selection process.
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