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Jrf in Serb Project in the Dept

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Jrf in Serb Project in the Dept administered by NITJ Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NITJ Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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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. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	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 in Serb Project in the Dept?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) 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?

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NIT Jalandhar recruitment portal, navigate to the project vacancies section, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal and academic credentials.

Fill out the online application form specifically for the SERB project JRF position, ensuring precise entry of GATE/NET scores, qualifying degree marks, and research preferences.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including passport-size photograph, signature, qualifying degree certificates, consolidated mark sheets, and valid GATE/NET scorecard in the prescribed PDF/JPEG formats.

Pay the non-refundable application fee (if applicable for general/OBC categories, with exemptions for SC/ST/PwD/Women) through the integrated secure online payment gateway using Net Banking or UPI.

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page, and regularly check the portal for the shortlist release and subsequent interview call letter download.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Jrf in Serb Project in the Dept 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: Initial Screening of Applications	Shortlisting based on GATE/NET score and academic merit	Academic performance in B.Tech/M.Tech/M.Sc, Validity and percentile of GATE/NET score, Relevance of prior research experience or project work
Stage 2: Written Screening Test (Optional)	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	Research Methodology, Core departmental subjects (Chemical/Mechanical/Computer Science/Electronics), Engineering Mathematics, Analytical Reasoning
Stage 3: Technical Interview	100 Marks, 30-45 Minutes	SERB Project domain-specific questions, M.Tech/M.Sc thesis presentation, Fundamental subject knowledge, Practical lab skills and experimental design
Stage 4: Document Verification and Final Selection	Qualifying Stage	Verification of original academic degrees, Validation of category and GATE/NET certificates, Medical fitness certificate submission, Execution of project joining formalities

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under the SERB project at NIT Jalandhar is governed by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) guidelines rather than the standard 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The consolidated fellowship is fixed at Rs. 37,000 per month for candidates with GATE/NET qualification. Since it is a project-based fellowship, standard Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% and Transport Allowance (TA) are not applicable. However, House Rent Allowance (HRA) is admissible at 18% (Class Y city classification for Jalandhar), amounting to Rs. 6,660, bringing the Gross Monthly Fellowship to Rs. 43,660. As this is a contractual fellowship, there are no deductions for the National Pension System (NPS) or Provident Fund (PF), though Professional Tax or TDS may apply depending on individual tax brackets. The net in-hand monthly stipend remains approximately Rs. 43,660, offering a highly competitive compensation package for research scholars.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) and Ministry of Education guidelines, NIT Jalandhar implements statutory reservation policies for project-based recruitments where applicable. Age relaxation is granted up to 5 years for SC/ST and women candidates, and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) applicants. PwBD candidates receive a relaxation of up to 10 years. While project fellowships are highly specialized, vertical reservations for EWS (10%) and other categories are respected during shortlisting. Furthermore, women candidates are often exempted from application fees to promote gender diversity in STEM research projects.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Jrf in Serb Project in the Dept

What is the minimum qualification required for the SERB JRF position at NITJ?

Candidates must possess a M.Tech/M.E. or M.Sc. degree in the relevant discipline with a first-class division, along with a valid GATE or CSIR-UGC NET qualification.

Is there any service bond or minimum commitment period for this JRF role?

There is no financial service bond, but selected candidates are expected to commit to the project's duration, typically up to three years or project termination.

Can a JRF register for a Ph.D. program at NIT Jalandhar?

Yes, selected JRFs are highly encouraged to register for the regular or sponsored Ph.D. program at NIT Jalandhar, subject to meeting departmental eligibility criteria.

How is the selection list compiled if there is no written exam?

If no written exam is held, the selection is based on a weighted score of academic records, GATE/NET performance, and the candidate's performance in the technical interview.

What is the probation or evaluation period for the appointed JRF?

The appointment is initially for one year, and extension to subsequent years is subject to a satisfactory annual performance review by the Project Investigator (PI).

Where will the selected candidate be posted and what are the working hours?

The posting is strictly at the NIT Jalandhar campus in the respective academic department, following the standard institutional working hours and research lab schedules.