NIT Warangal Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The Department of Chemical Engineering at National Institute of Technology Warangal (NIT Warangal) has invited applications for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position on the project "Utilization of Low-Grade Cerium Oxide Derived from Critical Mineral Waste for Development of Multifunctional Insulation Coatings", sponsored by MAHA Critical minerals – ANRF. The post is for 3 years, with emoluments of ₹37,000/month + HRA for the first 2 years and ₹42,000/month + HRA from the 3rd year. Applicants need a B.E./B.Tech, ME/M.Tech/M.S or M.Sc. in the listed disciplines and must email the application form with a resume to [email protected] and [email protected] by 27/11/2026.

About the Project

The advertisement is issued by National Institute of Technology Warangal, Telangana State, for a research project in its Department of Chemical Engineering. The project is titled "Utilization of Low-Grade Cerium Oxide Derived from Critical Mineral Waste for Development of Multifunctional Insulation Coatings" and is sponsored by MAHA Critical minerals – ANRF. Prof. Anjana P A is the Principal Investigator and Prof. Shirish H. Sonawane is the Co-Principal Investigator.

Who Can Apply

The notice gives three alternative essential qualifications for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post:

• B.E./B.Tech equivalent degree in Chemical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Biotech/Civil/Food/Textile/Metallurgy/Petrochemical/Nanotechnology/Energy/Environmental/Polymer engineering/Chemical Technology, and ME/M.Tech/M.S in Chemical Engineering / Mechanical / Energy Engineering / Nanotechnology / Biotech/Civil/Environmental Engineering and allied areas.
• OR M.Sc. in Chemistry/Physics/Environmental Science/Materials Science/Nanoscience and Nanotechnology or equivalent.
• OR B.Tech. in Engineering with materials related specialization such as Materials Science/Metallurgy/Nanoscience and Nanotechnology/Ceramic Engineering/Surface Engineering or equivalent, with minimum of 70% aggregate marks or 7.5 CGPA in UG (wherever applicable).

Preferred and desired qualifications

• A candidate with GATE/NET qualification will be given preference.
• Those who do not have GATE or NET need to appear in the National Level Examination conducted by the Institute for Ph.D. admission.
• Experience in wastewater treatment will be preferred.
• Desired: experience in material synthesis, water treatment, membrane preparation related areas, with knowledge in characterization and analysis, fabrication and project management.

Age limit and relaxation

The age limit is printed as "JRF – 30". The notice prints no "as on" date for counting age. Up to 5 years can be relaxed for SC/ST/OBC/Women and Physically handicapped candidates.

Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of the post.

Pay and Tenure

HRA is as per institute rules. The selected candidate is also eligible for on-campus Hostel & Mess facilities, subject to availability. The duration of the position is 3 years, and the notice states that the position is purely temporary. Selected candidates may register for PhD as per institute rules; however, the candidate needs to apply for the PhD position when the advertisement is open.

NIT Warangal Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Job Description

• The selected candidates need to work on synthesis of nanoparticles, coatings.

How to Apply for NIT Warangal Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

1. Complete the application form printed on page 3 of the notice, headed "Application for the position of JRF position under MAHA-EV-ANRF project". It asks for name, father's name, date of birth, sex, marital status, category, educational qualifications, GATE/NET/ICMR/DBT-SRF score, experience, publications, other relevant information and contact email and phone number.
2. Sign and date the declaration at the end of the form.
3. Enclose a brief resume / curriculum vitae / bio-data along with the application form.
4. Send the soft copy by email to [email protected] and [email protected].
5. Write this subject line: Application for JRF position under MAHA critical mineral ANRF project (MAHA Critical : Water treatment).
6. Send the application on or before 27/11/2026.

Documents named in the notice

• Completed application form (page 3 of the notice).
• Brief resume / curriculum vitae / bio-data.

Selection and Interview

The list of eligible candidates will be announced on the institute website and also intimated through email or phone. Shortlisted candidates will have to attend an interview, which may be online or offline. If the interview is conducted online, candidates are expected to have a good internet connection. The notice does not give the interview date.

Important Instructions

• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
• In the declaration, the candidate confirms availability for an online interview, if necessary.
• If any information is found false or incorrect, or any ineligibility is detected before or after the selection, the candidature is liable to be cancelled.
• Contact: Prof. Anjana P A (Principal Investigator) and Prof. Shirish H. Sonawane (Co-Principal Investigator), Department of Chemical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Warangal, Telangana State, India. Contact email: [email protected], [email protected].

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