- Recruitment for 2 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions under the research project titled Nickel Recovery from Mine Tailings and Suspended Dust In and Around Mines, sponsored by the Ministry of Mines, Government of India.
- Duration: Two years or until project closure, whichever is earlier. Performance will be evaluated every 3 months.
- The selected candidates will engage in heavy metal analysis, field visits, microbial cell culture, biological reactor development, research article writing, and report preparation.
- Opportunity to register for a PhD degree at NIT Warangal upon completion of the JRF role (separate application required).
- On-campus hostel and mess facilities available, subject to availability.
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Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in Biotechnology - Nickel Recovery Research Project
National Institute of Technology Warangal
Total Vacancies
2
Job Location
National Institute of Technology Warangal, Telangana - 506004, India
Apply Deadline
03 Oct 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | National Institute of Technology Warangal (NIT Warangal) |
| Job Category | Teaching |
| Eligibility Qualification | B.Sc. (bsc), B.Tech (btech), M.Sc. (msc), M.Tech (mtech) |
| Number of Vacancies | 2 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | From ₹37,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 30 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | • Fee Amount: No application fee mentioned in the provided job notification. • Additional Notes: ['The advertisement does not specify any financial requirement for submitting an application.', 'Candidates are only required to submit a completed application form, CV, and scanned certificates in a single PDF file.'] |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Essential Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology/Industrial Biotechnology/Bioinformatics/Biotech Engineering/Biological Sciences/Biochemical Engineering with M.E./M.Tech./M.S. (by Research) or M.S. (from abroad, two-year program only) in related fields, OR
• M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Microbiology/Botany/Zoology/Bioinformatics/Life Sciences with M.Tech. in Biotechnology/Environmental Engineering, OR
• M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Microbiology/Botany/Zoology/Bioinformatics/Life Sciences (without M.Tech.).
- Minimum Marks/CGPA:
• General/GEN-EWS/OBC-NCL: 60% aggregate or 6.5 CGPA at both UG and PG levels.
• SC/ST/PwD: 55% aggregate or 6.0 CGPA at both UG and PG levels.
• Engineering/Technology Graduates: CGPA of 7.5/10 or 70% (GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC-NCL) or 7.0/10 or 65% (SC/ST/PwD).
- Preferred: Candidates with GATE/CSIR-UGC/DBT/ICMR NET qualifications.
- Desired Qualifications: Prior knowledge and hands-on experience in heavy metal analysis, extraction, microbial growth techniques, and Artificial Intelligence.
• Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology/Industrial Biotechnology/Bioinformatics/Biotech Engineering/Biological Sciences/Biochemical Engineering with M.E./M.Tech./M.S. (by Research) or M.S. (from abroad, two-year program only) in related fields, OR
• M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Microbiology/Botany/Zoology/Bioinformatics/Life Sciences with M.Tech. in Biotechnology/Environmental Engineering, OR
• M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Microbiology/Botany/Zoology/Bioinformatics/Life Sciences (without M.Tech.).
- Minimum Marks/CGPA:
• General/GEN-EWS/OBC-NCL: 60% aggregate or 6.5 CGPA at both UG and PG levels.
• SC/ST/PwD: 55% aggregate or 6.0 CGPA at both UG and PG levels.
• Engineering/Technology Graduates: CGPA of 7.5/10 or 70% (GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC-NCL) or 7.0/10 or 65% (SC/ST/PwD).
- Preferred: Candidates with GATE/CSIR-UGC/DBT/ICMR NET qualifications.
- Desired Qualifications: Prior knowledge and hands-on experience in heavy metal analysis, extraction, microbial growth techniques, and Artificial Intelligence.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online or offline interview.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General, GEN-EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD
📂 Required Documents
- Completed application proforma (editable template available at [link](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Wx0r-kvAeHy7rgXc2UnnF27K_4xRajPW-0qM9juZ4nQ/edit?tab=t.0)).
- Bio-data/CV and scanned copies of certificates (including mark sheets, degree certificates, GATE/NET scorecards, and category certificates) in a single PDF file.
- Declaration confirming the accuracy of the application details.
- Bio-data/CV and scanned copies of certificates (including mark sheets, degree certificates, GATE/NET scorecards, and category certificates) in a single PDF file.
- Declaration confirming the accuracy of the application details.
💳 Application Fee Details
• Fee Amount: No application fee mentioned in the provided job notification.
• Additional Notes: ['The advertisement does not specify any financial requirement for submitting an application.', 'Candidates are only required to submit a completed application form, CV, and scanned certificates in a single PDF file.']
• Additional Notes: ['The advertisement does not specify any financial requirement for submitting an application.', 'Candidates are only required to submit a completed application form, CV, and scanned certificates in a single PDF file.']
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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How many vacancies are available for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position at NIT Warangal?
There are 2 vacancies available for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under the Nickel Recovery research project at NIT Warangal.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applying to the JRF position?
The maximum age limit for applying to the JRF position is 30 years. Age relaxation of up to 5 years is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Women and physically challenged candidates.
Q.
What is the stipend for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position?
The stipend for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position is ₹37,000 per month for the first two years.
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Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
No, the notification does not mention any application fee for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position at NIT Warangal.
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How should I submit my application for the JRF position?
Submit the completed application proforma along with your Bio-data/CV and scanned certificates as a single PDF file via the [Google Form link](https://forms.gle/RcieFJgRFawaQ4fW8) and email it to shyamperugu@nitw.ac.in with the subject ‘Application for JRF position’.