Candidates must possess a B.Tech/B.E or M.Tech/M.E in one of the following specializations:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Design and Manufacturing
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Metallurgical & Materials Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering
- Chemical and Polymer Engineering
- Plastic Engineering
- Polymer Technology
Additionally, candidates must have a Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in a Professional Course and be selected through National Eligibility Test (CSIR-UGC NET/Gate) or other national-level examinations conducted by organizations like DST, DRDO, IISc, IIT, IISER, etc., as per the Office Memorandum for revision of Research Emolument from the Ministry of Science & Technology dated June 26, 2023.