Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 at NIT Warangal – ASM-SMST Sponsored Research Project

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 at NIT Warangal – ASM-SMST Sponsored Research Project

The National Institute of Technology Warangal (NIT Warangal) has invited applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under an ASM-SMST sponsored research project.

The project focuses on the development of lightweight polycrystalline Ti-Al-Cr shape memory alloys and investigates the effects of alloying and grain size.

Position Overview

Project Title

Development of Lightweight Polycrystalline Ti-Al-Cr Shape Memory Alloys: Effects of Alloying and Grain Size

The project involves research on advanced Ti-Al-Cr shape memory alloys, including alloy development, processing, microstructural characterization and investigation of alloying and grain-size effects.

Essential Qualification

Candidates should satisfy any one of the following qualification routes:

Option 1

B.Tech / B.E. in:

• Metallurgical & Materials Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Production Engineering

• Aerospace Engineering

• Materials Engineering

OR

M.E. / M.Tech in:

• Metallurgical & Materials Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Relevant specialization

Minimum academic requirements:

• GEN / OBC-NCL / GEN-EWS: Minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA at both UG and PG levels

• SC / ST / PwD: Minimum 55% marks or 6.0 CGPA

GATE score is not mandatory.

Option 2

B.Tech / B.E. or equivalent degree in:

• Metallurgical & Materials Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

Minimum academic requirements:

• GEN / GEN-EWS / OBC-NCL: Minimum 70% marks or 7.5/10 CGPA

• SC / ST / PwD: Minimum 65% marks or 7.0/10 CGPA

GATE score is not mandatory.

Option 3

M.Sc. in areas such as:

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Materials Science

• Electronics

• Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Along with M.Tech in areas such as:

• Materials Science

• Metallurgy

• Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

• Ceramic Engineering

• Surface Engineering

• Related areas

Minimum academic requirements:

• GEN / GEN-EWS / OBC-NCL: Minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA at UG and PG levels

• SC / ST / PwD: Minimum 55% marks or 6.0 CGPA

GATE score is not mandatory.

Option 4

M.Sc. in:

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Materials Science

• Polymer

• Electronics

• Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

• Ceramic Engineering

• Surface Engineering

• Relevant allied areas

Minimum academic requirements:

• GEN / GEN-EWS / OBC-NCL: Minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA

• SC / ST / PwD: Minimum 55% marks or 6.0 CGPA

GATE score is not mandatory.

Desirable Qualifications

Preference may be given to candidates who have qualified:

• GATE

• UGC

• CSIR

• INSPIRE

• NET

• Any other relevant national-level examination

Candidates with prior research or technical experience in the following areas will be preferred:

• Alloy casting

• Deformation processing

• Rolling

• Extrusion

• Metallurgical processing

• Materials characterization

Knowledge of characterization techniques such as:

• SEM – Scanning Electron Microscopy

• TEM – Transmission Electron Microscopy

• XRD – X-Ray Diffraction

will be particularly relevant.

Research Area & Skills

The project is particularly relevant to candidates interested in:

• Shape Memory Alloys

• Physical Metallurgy

• Materials Engineering

• Alloy Development

• Lightweight Metallic Materials

• Microstructure Characterization

• Alloy Casting

• Deformation Processing

• Grain-Size Engineering

• SEM / TEM / XRD Characterization

Fellowship / Emoluments

The advertisement mentions:

• INR 37,000 per month for the first 2 years

• INR 42,000 per month for the third year

However, the advertised project appointment duration is stated as maximum 2 years or until completion of the project tenure, whichever is earlier.

Candidates should verify the applicable fellowship duration and progression from the complete official notification.

📋 Age Limit

Maximum age limits are:

• GEN / GEN-EWS: 30 Years

• OBC-NCL: 33 Years

• SC / ST / PwD / Female Candidates: 35 Years

The age will be calculated as on the commencement date specified in the official notification.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should follow the application procedure specified by NIT Warangal in the complete JRF recruitment notification.

Candidates should keep relevant documents ready, including:

• Updated CV / Resume

• Academic certificates and mark sheets

• B.Tech / B.E. / M.Tech / M.Sc. certificates, as applicable

• GATE / NET / CSIR / INSPIRE qualification proof, if applicable

• Research or work experience certificates

• Category certificate, wherever applicable

• Details of relevant technical and characterization experience

• Other documents prescribed by NIT Warangal

Applicants should verify the complete advertisement for the exact application mode, submission address/email and application deadline.

Important Dates

Who Can Apply?

This opportunity is particularly suitable for candidates from backgrounds such as:

• Metallurgical & Materials Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Materials Engineering

• Production Engineering

• Aerospace Engineering

• Materials Science

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

• Ceramic Engineering

• Surface Engineering

• Polymer Science

• Electronics

Candidates having hands-on experience in alloy casting, deformation processing, SEM, TEM and XRD may be particularly well suited for the project.

About NIT Warangal

National Institute of Technology Warangal (NIT Warangal) is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India.

Located in Warangal, Telangana – 506004, the institute conducts advanced teaching and research across engineering, science, technology and interdisciplinary areas.

Important Note

Candidates should refer to the complete official advertisement bearing Advertisement No. MME/RAK-BSR/SMST/RS-26009/JRF/ for the exact application deadline, application procedure, selection process and other terms before submitting their application.

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