Nitmz DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Nitmz for the post of Doctoral Fellowship Program. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
Ph.D / Doctorate, M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBBS / Medical Degree. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST).
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Of-Registrar | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Junior Administrative Assistant / Executive | 1 | Level-14 (Rs. 1,44,2 | 2026-02-02 |
| Director | 1 | Level-10 (Rs. 56,100 | 2026-02-02 |
| Director | 1 | Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 | 2026-02-02 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Nitmz (Tender: General Govern | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Nitmz (Tender: Food / Caterin | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Nitmz (Tender: General Govern | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Nitmz (Tender: Civil / Constr | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Visit the official NIT Mizoram portal (nitmz.ac.in) to access the Doctoral Fellowship notification, download the prescribed application form, and register your basic details to generate a unique candidate ID.
Fill out the detailed application form with academic credentials, GATE/NET scores, and research proposals, ensuring all entries align with your official degree certificates and mark sheets.
Scan and upload self-attested copies of qualifying degrees, consolidated transcripts, national-level exam certificates (GATE/NET), category certificates, and a comprehensive Statement of Purpose (SOP) in PDF format.
Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 200 (Rs. 100 for SC/ST/PwD candidates) online via SBI Collect, and save the transaction receipt with the DU number for verification.
Submit the completed application form via email or post as specified, and download the call letter/admit card for the written test and interview upon official shortlist release.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Nitmz DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM Recruitment 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: Written Screening Test | 100 Marks, 2 Hours | Research Methodology, Mathematical Methods, Probability and Statistics, Core Discipline Fundamentals (Engineering/Sciences/Humanities) |
| Stage 2: Technical Presentation & Interview | 100 Marks, 30 Minutes | Proposed Research Area, Literature Review Skills, Statement of Purpose (SOP), Master's Thesis Defense, Domain Specific Advanced Concepts |
| Stage 3: Document Verification | Qualifying, No Marks | Verification of Original Degrees, GATE/NET Scorecards, Caste/Category Certificates, No Objection Certificate (NOC) for Sponsored Candidates |
| Stage 4: Final Senate Approval & Merit List | Based on Cumulative Score | Academic Record Weightage, Written Test Performance, Interview Score, Availability of Supervisor in Proposed Domain |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The NIT Mizoram Doctoral Fellowship Program follows the Ministry of Education (MoE) and DST guidelines for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Senior Research Fellowship (SRF). It does not fall under the standard 7th CPC Pay Matrix levels. The JRF stipend is Rs. 37,000 per month for the first two years, which escalates to Rs. 42,000 per month for the SRF phase (3rd year onwards). Dearness Allowance (DA) and Transport Allowance (TA) are not applicable to fellowship holders. However, House Rent Allowance (HRA) is provided at 9% for Class Z cities (Aizawl), amounting to Rs. 3,330 (JRF) or Rs. 3,780 (SRF) per month, or free on-campus hostel accommodation is provided. The gross monthly fellowship is Rs. 40,330 (JRF) / Rs. 45,780 (SRF). Since it is a fellowship, there are no NPS or PF deductions, making the in-hand net estimate equal to the gross amount.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
NIT Mizoram strictly adheres to the Government of India and Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) reservation policies for doctoral admissions. Vertical reservation is provided with 15% seats for SC, 7.5% for ST, 27% for OBC-NCL, and 10% for EWS candidates. Horizontal reservation of 5% is allocated for PwBD candidates across all categories. Relaxations in qualifying marks (5% relaxation in Master's degree or equivalent CGPA) are granted to SC, ST, and PwBD candidates. Women candidates are encouraged to apply, benefiting from application fee concessions and maternity leave provisions as per Ministry of Education guidelines.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Nitmz DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM R
Candidates must possess a valid GATE score or CSIR-UGC NET/NBHM/DST-Inspire fellowship in the relevant discipline. However, some departments may consider non-GATE/NET candidates with exceptional academic records for self-financed or project-linked seats.
There is no formal service bond, but candidates who withdraw prematurely must obtain formal clearance from the Senate, submit a progress report, and may be required to refund the stipend received during the ongoing semester.
Fellows undergo a registration period of one year. Their continuation in the program is subject to passing the comprehensive examination and state-of-the-art seminar within the first three semesters of enrollment.
The syllabus is divided into 50% Research Methodology (including quantitative aptitude and logical reasoning) and 50% core subject-specific topics at the post-graduate level of the respective engineering or science discipline.
All selected doctoral fellows will be posted at the NIT Mizoram campus in Aizawl, Mizoram, where they will carry out their coursework, teaching assistantship duties, and laboratory research.
Since the written test is conducted department-wise and is specific to each discipline, score normalization across different departments is not required. Selection is based on department-specific merit lists.