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Jrf the Serb Crg Project Titled

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Jrf the Serb Crg Project Titled administered by NITJ Authority (Odisha).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NITJ Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Odisha

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Jrf the Serb Crg Project Titled?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NITJ Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain nitj.ac.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NIT Jalandhar recruitment portal, select the active SERB-CRG project vacancy, and complete the basic registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.

Fill out the One-Time Registration profile, detailing academic qualifications including GATE or NET scores, post-graduation marks, research experience, and publications relevant to the CRG project.

Scan and upload essential documents, including PDF copies of consolidated transcripts, GATE/NET scorecard, identity proof, and a detailed Curriculum Vitae in the prescribed format.

Pay the non-refundable application fee via the integrated payment gateway, verify all entered details in the preview window, and submit the application form.

Monitor the NITJ portal for the list of shortlisted candidates; eligible applicants will receive interview call letters via registered email for the selection process.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Jrf the Serb Crg Project Titled is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Screening of Applications	Qualifying / No Marks	Evaluation of UG/PG CGPA, validity of national-level eligibility tests like GATE or CSIR-UGC NET, and relevance of prior research publications to the project domain.
Stage 2: Technical Written Test	100 Marks / 90 Minutes	Core discipline engineering or science subjects, research methodology, mathematical methods, data analysis, and project-specific technical fundamentals.
Stage 3: Personal Interview	100 Marks / 30 Minutes	Defense of PG thesis, conceptual understanding of the SERB project's core theme, laboratory skills, research aptitude, and communication skills.
Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Fit	Qualifying Stage	Verification of original academic degrees, category certificates, GATE/NET scorecards, and submission of a basic medical fitness certificate from a registered practitioner.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under the SERB-CRG project at NIT Jalandhar is governed by DST OM No. DST/PCPM/Z-06/2022. It offers a consolidated fellowship of Rs. 37,000 per month for the first two years. While not directly placed on the 7th CPC Pay Matrix levels, it is equivalent to a pre-revised Level 6/7 entry. Dearness Allowance (DA) is not applicable to consolidated fellowships; however, House Rent Allowance (HRA) at 18% (Class Y city, Jalandhar) amounting to Rs. 6,660 is provided, bringing the Gross Monthly Salary to Rs. 43,660. No Transport Allowance (TA) is admissible. Professional Tax of Rs. 200 is deducted, resulting in an estimated in-hand net monthly salary of Rs. 43,460. There are no NPS or EPF deductions for temporary project fellowships, ensuring maximum take-home pay for the researcher.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines and Ministry of Education norms, statutory reservations are strictly implemented for project staff recruitments at NIT Jalandhar. Age relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates are applicable. PwBD candidates receive a 10-year age relaxation. While the vertical 10% EWS quota is respected during shortlisting, the selection is primarily merit-driven based on technical competence. Women candidates are highly encouraged to apply and are eligible for application fee exemptions as per Central Government directives.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Jrf the Serb Crg Project Titled

Is a valid GATE or NET score mandatory for this JRF position?

Yes, as per DST guidelines, candidates must possess a valid GATE score or have cleared a national-level exam like CSIR-UGC NET to be eligible for the JRF fellowship.

Will there be any normalization of marks applied to the written test?

No, normalization is not applicable as the written test and interviews are conducted in a single session for all shortlisted candidates.

Is there a service bond associated with this SERB project position?

There is no financial service bond, but selected candidates are expected to commit to the project's duration or provide a one-month notice before resigning.

What is the probation or performance review period for the JRF?

The initial appointment is for one year, and extension to the subsequent years is subject to a satisfactory annual performance review by the Principal Investigator.

What is the core syllabus for the technical interview?

The interview focuses on your post-graduate specialization, your master's thesis work, and the specific technical domains outlined in the SERB-CRG project description.

Where will the selected Junior Research Fellow be posted?

The selected candidate will be posted and must work full-time at the campus of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology (NIT) Jalandhar, Punjab.