Essential Qualifications & Project Competencies:
• Educational Qualification: Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science (M.Sc. Physics / Applied Physics / Electronics) OR Graduate / Post Graduate Degree in Professional Course (B.E. / B.Tech. or M.E. / M.Tech. in Electronics & Communication Engineering / Electrical Engineering) with at least 60% aggregate marks (or CGPA of 6.5 on a 10-point scale).
• Mandatory National Eligibility Test: Must have qualified CSIR-UGC NET (including Lectureship / Assistant Professorship) or GATE, OR selected through national-level examinations conducted by Central Government agencies (DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER).
• Desirable Skills: Strong foundation in Plasma Physics, Microwaves, and Antenna Design; expertise in Metamaterial antenna modeling and simulation; programming proficiency in MATLAB, Python, ANSYS HFSS, CST Microwave Studio, or Keysight ADS.
• Project Mandate: Design and development of metamaterial-based impedance matching structures with L & S band antennas to mitigate radio-frequency (RF) blackout during atmospheric re-entry of space vehicles under ISRO RESPOND (VSSC).
NIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for Junior Research Fellow Post (ISRO RESPOND Project)
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
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Published
Aug 24, 2026
Starts
Aug 24, 2026
Deadline
Sep 7, 2026
Exam Date
Sep 7, 2026
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Upper age limit is 28 years as on the date of walk-in interview (07.09.2026). Relaxable for SC, ST, OBC, Women, and PwD candidates as per Government of India / Department of Space (DOS) / ISRO norms (up to 5 years for SC/ST/Women/PwD and 3 years for OBC).
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
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Physical Registration & Original Document Verification (07.09.2026 at 1:00 PM)
Walk-in Personal Interview before Expert Selection Committee at NIT Delhi
Selection Process:
1. Walk-in Interview: Eligible candidates possessing the prescribed qualifications must report in person on 07 September 2026 at 1:00 PM at Room No. 308, 3rd Floor, Admin Block, NIT Delhi, Plot No. FA7, Zone P1, GT Karnal Road, Delhi-110036.
2. Documents Required: Bring the completed application form (attached with the advertisement), all original certificates and mark sheets, valid GATE/NET scorecard, one set of self-attested photocopies, and a recent passport-size photograph.
3. Joining: Selected candidate must join immediately. Decision of the expert panel will be final. No TA/DA is admissible.
Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix
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| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Scrutiny of M.Sc. Physics (≥60%) or B.Tech./M.Tech. ECE/EE credentials and valid CSIR-NET / GATE scorecard | ||
| Hands-on competence in full-wave modeling in ANSYS HFSS, CST Microwave Studio, or Keysight ADS | ||
| Technical evaluation of plasma electrodynamics, dielectric matching layers, L/S band telemetry antennas, and RF re-entry blackout mitigation |
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- Immediate Walk-in Interview Date (07 September 2026, 1:00 PM): Candidates must appear in person on 07 September 2026 at 1:00 PM at Room No. 308, 3rd Floor, Admin Block, NIT Delhi. No prior postal registration is required.
- Mandatory National Eligibility Qualification: Candidates must have qualified CSIR-UGC NET (including Lectureship/Assistant Professorship) or GATE, or a national-level selection test conducted by Central Government departments/agencies (DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, IIT, IISc).
- Academic Minimum: PG Degree in Basic Science (M.Sc. Physics) or B.Tech/M.Tech in ECE/EE with at least 60% aggregate marks (or CGPA of 6.5 on a 10-point scale).
- Bring Original Documents: Candidates must carry the completed application form (attached with the advertisement), all original degrees, mark sheets, GATE/NET scorecard, one set of self-attested photocopies, and a passport-size photograph.
- No TA/DA: No travel or accommodation allowance will be provided for attending the walk-in interview.
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Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Junior Research Fellow (ISRO RESPOND Project RES-VSSC-2024-008)01
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Consolidated fellowship as per Department of Space (DOS) / ISRO norms: ₹37,000/- per month + HRA (27% HRA for Delhi = ₹9,990/-, approx. ₹47,000/- gross per month). Project tenure is 1 year (purely temporary and co-terminus with project).
ISRO RESPOND (VSSC) sponsored fellowship scale as per DOS norms
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Application Procedure
Eligible candidates can appear for a walk-in interview on 7 September, 2026. Candidates must report by 1:00 PM at the following venue:
- Venue: Room no 308, 3rd floor, Admin Block, NIT Delhi, Plot No. FA7, Zone P1, GT Karnal Road, Delhi-110036, INDIA.
Applicants are required to bring the duly filled application form (attached in the notification) along with all original certificates/mark sheets, one attested photocopy of each, and a recent passport-size photograph.
No TA/DA will be admissible for attending the interview.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
Nil. No application fee is required.
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Physical Registration & Original Document Verification (07.09.2026 at 1:00 PM)
Walk-in Personal Interview before Expert Selection Committee at NIT Delhi
Selection Process:
1. Walk-in Interview: Eligible candidates possessing the prescribed qualifications must report in person on 07 September 2026 at 1:00 PM at Room No. 308, 3rd Floor, Admin Block, NIT Delhi, Plot No. FA7, Zone P1, GT Karnal Road, Delhi-110036.
2. Documents Required: Bring the completed application form (attached with the advertisement), all original certificates and mark sheets, valid GATE/NET scorecard, one set of self-attested photocopies, and a recent passport-size photograph.
3. Joining: Selected candidate must join immediately. Decision of the expert panel will be final. No TA/DA is admissible.
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Candidates must hold an M.Sc. in Physics/Applied Physics/Electronics OR a B.E./B.Tech./M.Tech. in ECE/EE with at least 60% marks (or 6.5 CGPA) along with a valid CSIR-UGC NET or GATE qualification.
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