Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 – NIT Calicut

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 – NIT Calicut

The National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut) invites applications for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position for an ISRO-sponsored research project in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The selection process will be conducted in hybrid mode.

Position Overview

About the Project

The selected JRF will work on the ISRO-sponsored project titled “Evaluation of Leak-Proof Surfaces in Fluid Components Using Image Processing and Machine Learning Techniques.”

The project involves the application of machine vision, image processing, machine learning and pattern analysis for detecting, analysing and classifying surface defects and flaws in aerospace components.

Essential Qualification

Candidates should possess either of the following:

• B.Tech. or M.Tech. in engineering streams such as Mechanical, Production, Aerospace, Automobile, Chemical, Civil, Electronics, Robotics, Instrumentation, EEE, CSE, Information Technology, Engineering Physics, Biotechnology, Material Science, Mining, Food Technology, etc.

OR

• Postgraduate degree (M.Sc./MCA) in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, Electronics, etc.

Additionally, candidates should be GATE/NET qualified.

Desirable Qualification & Skills

Knowledge and skills in the following areas are desirable:

• Machine vision systems

• Image processing algorithms

• Machine learning models

• Automated detection and analysis

• Classification of surface defects and flaws in aerospace components

Fellowship

INR 37,000 per month + 18% HRA

Appointment Duration

The initial appointment will be for 1 year and may be extended up to 2 years, subject to the norms of the funding agency.

Age Limit

Maximum Age: 45 years

Selection Process

The selection process will be conducted in hybrid mode.

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the selection interview.

Interview Date: 16 October 2026

Important Date

Last Date for Application Submission: 12 October 2026

Job Domain: Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering / Machine Learning / Image Processing / Machine Vision / Engineering Research

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