NIT Tiruchirappalli JRF / Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 – ANRF Project

NIT Tiruchirappalli JRF / Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 – ANRF Project

The National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli (NIT Trichy) has invited applications from Indian nationals for 01 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I position under an ANRF – Advanced Research Grant (ARG) funded project in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering.

Recruitment Highlights

Project Title

“Design and Development of High-Performance Reconfigurable Bidirectional DC-DC Converter with Advanced Modulation Strategy for Wide Load and Voltage Range Applications”

The project focuses on developing a structurally reconfigurable bidirectional Dual Active Bridge (DAB) DC-DC converter for applications including:

• Electric vehicles

• DC microgrids

• Wide-voltage-range power conversion

• High-efficiency bidirectional power electronics

The research will involve topology morphing, advanced modulation strategies, simulation, control methodologies, and hardware prototype validation.

Eligibility Criteria

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Candidates should have:

• B.E./B.Tech. with First Class in any of the following:

  • Electrical Engineering (EE)

  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE)

  • Electrical and Computer Engineering

  • Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering (EIE)

• Valid GATE score

Preferred Qualification

Preference will be given to candidates having:

• M.E./M.Tech. in Power Electronics / Power Electronics and Drives or equivalent

• First Class Master's degree, i.e. 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA, from a recognized University/Institute

Project Associate-I

Candidates should possess:

• B.E./B.Tech. with First Class in:

  • Electrical Engineering

  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering

  • Electrical and Computer Engineering

  • Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering

Preferred Qualification

• M.E./M.Tech. in Power Electronics / Power Electronics and Drives or equivalent

• First Class Master's degree, i.e. 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA, from a recognized University/Institute

Salary & Nature of Engagement

For GATE-Qualified Candidates – JRF

• First 2 Years: INR 37,000 per month + HRA

• 3rd Year: INR 42,000 per month + HRA

For Non-GATE Candidates – Project Associate-I

• First 2 Years: INR 30,000 per month + HRA

• 3rd Year: INR 33,000 per month + HRA

The initial appointment will be for one year and may be extended up to three years or until completion of the project, based solely on satisfactory performance.

Scope of the Project

The selected candidate will contribute to research involving:

• Bidirectional Dual Active Bridge DC-DC converters

• Reconfigurable converter topologies

• Zero Voltage Switching (ZVS)

• Advanced modulation strategies

• Power-loss minimization

• Wide-load and wide-voltage operation

• Converter modelling and simulation

• Robust control methodologies

• Hardware prototype development and validation

• Electric vehicle and DC microgrid applications

Documents Required

The complete list of application documents is not visible in the provided advertisement excerpt.

Candidates should check the full NIT Trichy notification for requirements such as:

• Completed application form

• Updated CV / Resume

• Educational certificates and mark sheets

• Valid GATE scorecard, where applicable

• Experience certificates, if any

• Other supporting documents prescribed by NIT Trichy

Application / Selection Process

• Applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals.

• Candidates should apply according to the procedure specified in the complete NIT Trichy advertisement.

• Applications will be screened based on prescribed qualifications and project requirements.

• Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview or further selection process.

• Candidates should verify the application deadline and submission procedure from the complete official advertisement.

Important Instructions

• Only 01 position is available.

• Candidates with a valid GATE score will be considered for the JRF fellowship structure.

• Non-GATE candidates may be considered for the Project Associate-I position as per the notification.

• The initial appointment is for 01 year.

• Extension will depend on satisfactory performance and project requirements.

• Candidates with an M.E./M.Tech. in Power Electronics / Power Electronics and Drives will be preferred.

• Applicants should check the complete official notification for the application deadline, interview details, and submission instructions.

Candidates with a suitable B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical/Electronics-related disciplines, particularly those with expertise in Power Electronics and Drives, are encouraged to apply.

Official Institution: National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli
Department: Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I
Vacancies: 01
Principal Investigator: Dr. Shelas Sathyan
Funding Agency: ANRF – Advanced Research Grant (ARG)
JRF Salary: INR 37,000 + HRA for first 2 years; INR 42,000 + HRA for 3rd year
Project Associate-I Salary: INR 30,000 + HRA for first 2 years; INR 33,000 + HRA for 3rd year
Advertisement Date: 08 September 2026
Application Deadline: Not visible in the provided notification excerpt
Location: NIT Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India

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