Contractual / Regular

NIT Silchar JRF Dialysis Recruitment 2026

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Oct. 7, 2026
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
1 Post
Pay Scale
₹25,000/- per month (₹30,000/- PM in 3rd Year)
Age Limit
Maximum 28 Years as on 16.10.2026 (Relaxations as per GOI Rules)
Job Location

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 8, 2026

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Starts

Sep 8, 2026

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Deadline

Oct 16, 2026

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Exam Date

TBA

Application Window8 Sep – 16 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Essential Educational Qualification:

  • M.E. / M.Tech. OR B.E. / B.Tech. (with valid GATE / NET qualifying score) or equivalent qualification holder with First Class in aggregate in electrical science and engineering streams:
    • Electrical Engineering / Electronics Engineering
    • Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)
    • Computer Science & Engineering (CSE)
    • Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering (E&I)
    • Telecommunication Engineering / Mechatronics / Robotics / Mechanical Engineering

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit is 28 years as on the closing date of application (16.10.2026). Age relaxation is admissible for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwBD/EWS candidates as per Government of India rules and may be permitted based on experience and qualifications.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Screening & Shortlisting

Document ScrutinyQualifying Only

Personal Interview (Online / Offline)

Online / Offline InterviewMerit Scored

Applications received via email will be screened by the selection committee based on academic merit, GATE/NET credentials, and project domain fit. The Institute reserves the discretion to restrict the number of candidates shortlisted for interview. Shortlisted candidates will be notified regarding the interview date, time, and mode (online or offline) via email. Selected candidates must sign an agreement at the time of joining.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Academic Credentials & GATE / NET ScoreScreening & Shortlisting BenchmarkFirst class B.Tech / M.Tech in Electrical / Electronics / ECE / CSE / Instrumentation / Robotics / Mechanical Engineering with valid GATE or NET score.
Embedded Systems, Sensors & Biomedical InstrumentationCore Technical AssessmentUnderstanding of sensor interfacing, microcontrollers, fluid flow sensors, pressure transducers, and electronic hardware design for dialysis / medical devices.
Artificial Intelligence & Remote Monitoring TelemetryTechnical Domain AssessmentKnowledge of AI/ML algorithms, IoT-based remote patient monitoring architectures, telemetry communication protocols, and embedded programming (Python/C++).
Interview & Research AptitudeFinal Merit DeterminantProblem-solving methodology, technical presentation, experimental troubleshooting, and alignment with healthcare product commercialization.

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Cutting-edge translational biomedical engineering project in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at NIT Silchar in active industry-academia collaboration with Nephrocare India Pvt. Ltd. The fellow will work under Dr. Koushik Guha (Head of ECE, recognized for indigenous neural amplifier chips at SEMICON India) and prominent nephrologist Dr. Pratim Sengupta. The project mandate is designing an indigenous, low-cost AI-enabled hemodialysis machine equipped with IoT remote telemetry, bridging clinical nephrology requirements with embedded hardware and machine learning.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Purely temporary contractual research engagement. Initial appointment is for One (1) year, extendable up to another year (and up to 3 years total with SRF promotion) based solely on annual performance review and project milestones.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Tenure engagement progresses from Junior Research Fellow (₹25,000/- p.m. for Years 1 & 2) to Senior Research Fellow (₹30,000/- p.m. in Year 3). High performers gain exceptional exposure to patent filing, medical device clinical validation, and direct pathways to register for institutional Ph.D. programs at NIT Silchar.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • The position is purely contractual for a sponsored research project and confers no entitlement or claim for regular or permanent appointment at NIT Silchar.
  • Soft-copy application with CV and testimonials must be emailed to both specified email addresses on or before 16.10.2026; late or incomplete applications will be rejected.
  • Email subject line must be strictly formatted as: 'Application for the post of JRF under the WBDSTBT'.
  • Shortlisting criteria are at the institute's discretion; serving employees must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • Unreserved / Project Position1
Total Vacancies1 Post

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Fixed monthly consolidated fellowship of ₹25,000/- per month for the initial two years, and ₹30,000/- per month upon upgradation to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) in the 3rd year.

Monthly fellowship of ₹25,000/- consolidated amount for the first two years (as JRF) and ₹30,000/- per month in the 3rd year (upgraded to Senior Research Fellow / SRF). Sponsored by Department of Science & Technology and Biotechnology (WB-DSTBT), Govt. of West Bengal in collaboration with Nephrocare India Pvt. Ltd.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Download the official application format from the advertisement document on the NIT Silchar website (www.nits.ac.in).
  2. Complete the application form with personal details, educational qualifications (from Class X onwards), GATE / NET score details, and prior employment/project experience.
  3. Affix a recent passport-size colored photograph and sign the applicant declaration.
  4. Prepare soft copies (PDF format) of the duly filled application form, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), and all supporting documents (degree certificates, mark sheets, GATE/NET score cards, and experience letters).
  5. Email the complete application package to both Principal Investigators:
  6. The email subject line must strictly be: “Application for the post of JRF under the WBDSTBT”.
  7. Submit the email application on or before 16.10.2026. Employed candidates must produce an NOC at the time of interview.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil. No application fee is charged for applying via email.

Official Notification & Portal Verification

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

Candidates must possess M.E. / M.Tech. OR B.E. / B.Tech. (with a valid GATE / NET qualifying score) or equivalent with First Class in Electrical, Electronics, ECE, CSE, Instrumentation, Telecommunication, Mechatronics, Robotics, or Mechanical Engineering.

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