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Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology

VSSUT Junior Research Fellow and Project Associate Recruitment under ANRF-PAIR Scheme 2026

  • VSSUT
  • Project-based
  • Burla, Odisha
  • Email Application Followed By Walk-in Interview
Applications closed

Application deadline

8 October 2026

Closed

Closing date of email application

Posted 18 September 2026

Apply by email

Email application

Quick facts

Vacancies
4
Qualification
B.E. or B.Tech. in Electronics Alternative essential qualification.
Pay
Starting from ₹30,000/month
Location
Burla, Odisha
Employment
Project-based
Apply mode
Email Application Followed By Walk-in Interview
Reference
VSSUT/SRIC/515/2026

Overview

VSSUT invites applications and walk-in interview participation for four project positions under the ANRF-PAIR scheme across CSE, EEE, Mechanical and Civil Engineering.

Positions & vacancies

4 vacancies across 4 posts

Burla · Project-based

Experience
Laboratory experiment or field data collection experience is desirable.

Eligibility

Project Associate (A3.4)2 disciplines

A3.4 Essential Alternatives

Any one listed qualification is acceptable.

  • Alternative 1 of 9. B.E. or B.Tech. in Electronics Alternative essential qualification.

  • Alternative 2 of 9. B.E. or B.Tech. in Computer Science Alternative essential qualification.

  • Alternative 3 of 9. B.E. or B.Tech. in EEE or its relevant Engineering discipline Alternative essential qualification.

  • Alternative 4 of 9. M.Sc. in Computer Science Alternative essential qualification.

  • Alternative 5 of 9. M.Sc. in Electronics Alternative essential qualification.

  • Alternative 6 of 9. M.Tech. in Electronics Alternative essential qualification.

  • Alternative 7 of 9. M.Tech. in Computer Science Alternative essential qualification.

  • Alternative 8 of 9. MCA Alternative essential qualification.

  • Alternative 9 of 9. Relevant subject or equivalent degree recognized by Government institutions Alternative essential qualification as stated in the source.

A3.4 Desirable Skills

Desirable skills may vary by project.

Experience

Experience in laboratory experiments or field data collection(Desirable)

Computer knowledge

Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, C or C++(Desirable)

Skill

Experience in data analysis, machine learning or AI/ML(Desirable)

Project Associate (E2.6)2 disciplines

E2.6 Essential

B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering with first class

E2.6 Desirable Qualifications and Skills

Education

M.Tech. in Thermal Engineering with first class(Desirable)

Skill

Familiarity with experiments and CFD simulation(Desirable)

Junior Research Fellow / Project Associate (N 2.2)4 disciplines

N 2.2 JRF Pathway

Postgraduate Degree in Professional courses JRF pathway.

N 2.2 JRF Qualifying Examination Pathway

  • Alternative 1 of 2. Selection through National Eligibility Tests such as CSIR-UGC NET, including lectureship or Assistant Professorship, or GATE Alternative JRF selection pathway.

  • Alternative 2 of 2. Selection through national examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions, such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER or NISER Alternative JRF selection pathway.

N 2.2 Project Associate Alternatives

Applicable if the JRF qualification is not available.

  • Alternative 1 of 2. B.Tech. or M.Tech. in EEE, EE, ECE, ETC, IT, CS or Instrumentation Engineering, with or without GATE qualification Project Associate pathway if the JRF qualification is not available.

  • Alternative 2 of 2. M.Sc. in Electronics or Physics, with or without NET qualification Project Associate pathway if the JRF qualification is not available.

N 2.2 Preferred Qualifications and Experience

Preference shall be given to candidates meeting these conditions.

Education

M.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering or Instrumentation Engineering, with specialization in Communication Engineering, Communication System Engineering or Instrumentation Engineering, with at least 60% aggregate or 6.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale(Preferred)

Experience

Similar or related project experience(Preferred)

Exam qualification

GATE qualification(Preferred)

Junior Research Fellow / Project Associate (N 3.4.2)2 disciplines

N 3.4.2 JRF Essential

The supplied source gives detailed JRF qualifications but does not separately state the Project Associate qualification.

Education

  • B.Tech. or B.E. in Civil Engineering with minimum CGPA 6.5, 60% marks or first class JRF essential qualification.
  • M.E. or M.Tech. in Structural Engineering, Construction Technology and Management, Construction Management or Construction Technology with minimum CGPA 6.5, 60% marks or first class from a recognized Technological University JRF essential qualification.

Exam qualification

Valid GATE or NET score JRF essential qualification.

N 3.4.2 Qualifying Examination Pathway

  • Alternative 1 of 2. Selection through National Eligibility Tests such as CSIR-UGC NET, including lectureship or Assistant Professorship, or GATE Alternative selection pathway.

  • Alternative 2 of 2. Selection through national examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions, such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER or NISER Alternative selection pathway.

Salary & benefits

Project Associate (A3.4)

₹30,000

per month

Project Associate stipend till completion of the project

Project Associate (E2.6)

₹30,000

per month

Project Associate stipend till completion of the project

Junior Research Fellow / Project Associate (N 2.2)

₹37,000

per month

JRF, first two years

₹42,000

per month

JRF, beyond two years

₹30,000

per month

Project Associate stipend till completion of the project

Junior Research Fellow / Project Associate (N 3.4.2)

₹37,000

per month

JRF, first two years

₹42,000

per month

JRF, beyond two years

₹30,000

per month

Project Associate stipend till completion of the project

Selection process

  1. 1

    Walk-in Offline Interview

    Walk-in offline interview at the Golden Jubilee Seminar Hall on 9 October 2026 at 9:00 AM.

Important dates

Application deadline

8 Oct 2026

5:00 PM

Applications closed

Reporting schedule

FRIDAY, 9 OCTOBER

  • Walk-in offline interview

    Burla9:00 AM

    Walk-in offline interview

Other important dates

  • Official advertisement dated18 September 2026

How to apply

  1. 1

    Email application

    Send a single PDF file containing the completed application form and supporting documents, including mark sheets, certificates and research publications if any. Mention the Advertisement No. in the email subject line. The application must be sent by 8 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.

    Email: anrfpair@vssut.ac.in

    anrfpair@vssut.ac.in
  2. 2

    Walk-in

    Attend the walk-in offline interview on 9 October 2026 at 9:00 AM and bring the hard copy of the duly filled and signed application form along with all supporting documents, including mark sheets, certificates and research publications if any.

    Golden Jubilee Seminar Hall, Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology, Burla, Odisha

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Email application

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Additional information

Selection summary

Walk-in offline interview on 9 October 2026 at 9:00 AM at the Golden Jubilee Seminar Hall. Candidates must bring the signed application form and supporting documents. No TA/DA will be paid.

Eligibility notes

Eligibility differs by project code and position. Detailed educational qualifications, examination qualifications and preferred skills are specified project-wise.

Application instructions

Interested candidates must email a single PDF containing the completed application form and supporting documents to anrfpair@vssut.ac.in, mentioning the Advertisement No. in the subject line, by 8 October 2026 at 5:00 PM. Candidates must also bring a hard copy of the duly filled and signed application form with all supporting documents to the walk-in interview.

Important notes

All selected Junior Research Fellows and Project Associates must enroll in the Ph.D. Programme at VSSUT. The authority reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications or the entire selection process without assigning any reason.

Official documents

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