Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 at NIT Jalandhar – MeitY Funded Research Project

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 at NIT Jalandhar – MeitY Funded Research Project

Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology (NIT) Jalandhar, Department of Instrumentation and Control Engineering, invites applications from eligible candidates for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions under a research project sponsored by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India.

The project focuses on AI-augmented anomaly detection and resilient control solutions for smart grids.

Position Overview

About the Research Project

Project Title: AI-Augmented Anomaly Detection and Resilient Control Solution for Smart Grids

The MeitY-funded research project focuses on integrating artificial intelligence with anomaly detection and resilient control solutions for smart grid systems.

The research involves areas such as control systems, power systems, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and real-time monitoring.

The selected candidates will contribute to research and development activities associated with the project.

Essential Qualifications

Candidates must possess the following qualifications:

- B.E./B.Tech and M.E./M.Tech in relevant disciplines such as:

• Electrical Engineering (EE)

• Instrumentation Engineering (IN)

• Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)

• Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)

• Information Technology (IT)

• Electronics and Communication (EC)

• Cybersecurity

• Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning

• Data Science

• Any other relevant branch

• First Class in both B.Tech and M.Tech, with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.

• Candidates must be qualified in NET/GATE.

Desirable Qualifications and Skills

Preference will be given to candidates with strong knowledge and hands-on experience in:

• Control Systems

• Power Systems

• Real-Time Research and Development Controllers

• Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL)

• OPAL-RT

• RTDS and other real-time simulation platforms

• Cybersecurity

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

• MATLAB

• Python

Candidates with relevant practical experience in smart grid technologies, real-time control systems, and AI-based applications will be preferred.

Fellowship / Monthly Remuneration

The selected Junior Research Fellows will receive:

Appointment Duration

• Total Project Duration: 2 Years

• Initial Appointment: 1 Year

• Extension: Extendable up to the project duration based on satisfactory performance.

• Nature of Appointment: Purely temporary and project-based.

The appointment is associated with the MeitY-funded research project and does not constitute a regular institute position.

Research Areas

The project is relevant to the following research domains:

1. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

2. Smart Grid Technologies

3. Anomaly Detection

4. Resilient Control Systems

5. Power Systems

6. Cybersecurity

7. Real-Time Simulation and Control

8. Instrumentation and Control Engineering

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should refer to the complete official recruitment notification issued by NIT Jalandhar.

The provided advertisement excerpt does not specify the application submission procedure, email address, or deadline.

Official Institute Website: https://www.nitj.ac.in/

Candidates are advised to check the institute's recruitment or project vacancy announcements for application instructions.

Institution Details

Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar

Department of Instrumentation and Control Engineering

G.T. Road Bypass, Jalandhar – 144008, Punjab, India

Official Website: https://www.nitj.ac.in/

Job Domain: Electrical Engineering / Instrumentation and Control Engineering / Electronics / Computer Science / Artificial Intelligence / Cybersecurity / Smart Grid Technologies

Job Location: Jalandhar, Punjab, India

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