NIT Silchar Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post, Apply by 17 Aug (Assam)

National Institute of Technology Silchar (NIT Silchar), an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, has released NIT Silchar Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 under Advt No. NITS/Dean(R&C)/EE/701/03/2026 for 1 project-based government job vacancy in the Department of Electrical Engineering. This Assam govt jobs 2026 opportunity is open to candidates holding an M.E./M.Tech. or B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering or Electrical and Electronics Engineering with a valid GATE score. The selected Junior Research Fellow will support a research project on microgrid dynamics, renewable energy, and power electronics at NIT Silchar, progressing to Senior Research Fellow status in the third year. The selection process consists of submitting an application with CV to the Principal Investigator; shortlisted candidates will be notified of the date, time and venue for further stages. The post carries a monthly stipend of ₹37,000 for the first two years, rising to ₹42,000 in the third year. The NIT Silchar 2026 application must be submitted offline, along with a soft copy emailed to the Principal Investigator. The last date for receipt of the application is 17 August 2026. Candidates must be up to 35 years of age with a valid GATE score and should read the complete official NIT Silchar notification before applying.

M.E./M.Tech. or equivalent degree in Electrical Engineering/Electrical and Electronics Engineering with a valid GATE score, OR B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent degree in Electrical Engineering/Electrical and Electronics Engineering with a valid GATE score. Prior knowledge of Microgrid Dynamics and Control, Renewables (Solar PV), Power Electronics Converters, and AI/ML Algorithms is advantageous but not mandatory.

• Maximum 35 years as on the closing date of application
• Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD candidates as per Govt. of India rules

• M.E./M.Tech. or B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering/Electrical and Electronics Engineering with valid GATE score
• Prior knowledge of Microgrid Dynamics, Renewables (Solar PV), Power Electronics Converters, AI/ML Algorithms — advantageous, not mandatory
• Age: Maximum 35 years as on closing date
• Progression from JRF (Years 1-2) to SRF (Year 3)

₹37,000 per month for the first two years (JRF); ₹42,000 per month for the third year (SRF)

1. Visit https://www.nits.ac.in — official website of NIT Silchar
2. Download and read the complete official notification (Advt No. NITS/Dean(R&C)/EE/701/03/2026) carefully
3. Prepare your filled-up application form along with CV and photocopies of all documents
4. Send the completed application form to the Principal Investigator via Speed Post/Registered Post
5. Also send a soft copy of the duly filled application, CV and all necessary documents to the Principal Investigator's email
6. Ensure the application reaches before the last date, 17 August 2026
7. Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference
8. Await notification of date, time and venue if shortlisted
9. Carry original documents for verification if shortlisted
10. Retain a copy of all correspondence for future reference