MANIT Bhopal JRF Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Walk-in for 1 Post

MANIT Bhopal JRF Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Walk-in for 1 Post

MANIT Bhopal JRF Recruitment 2026: Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT) Bhopal is holding a walk-in interview for 1 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position, on a research project titled “Smart Metacomposite Design for Dual-Purpose Energy Harvesting and Vibration Control,” funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) under the Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant. The walk-in is on 6 October 2026, and you can attend either in person or online.

MANIT Bhopal JRF Recruitment 2026 at a Glance

Who Can Apply

• Essential Qualification: First Class M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc in Mechanical Engineering/Production Engineering/Automobile/Material Science/Metallurgy/Physics/Computer Science (or equivalent).
• B.Tech/B.E. or Integrated Professional Degree holders in the relevant field are also eligible, provided they have a minimum CGPA of 7.0 (on a 10-point scale) and either qualified GATE or have at least 6 months of relevant professional experience.
• Desirable: Knowledge of mathematical modeling, software, and simulation tools; preference to candidates with publications in SCI/SCIE/SCOPUS-indexed journals.
• Age Limit: Not over 32 years as on the date of advertisement, with relaxation as per Government of India rules.

How to Apply

1. Register online using the link provided in the official notification, or send your latest CV by email to ajitendra@manit.ac.in.
2. Attend the walk-in interview on 6 October 2026, 9:30 AM, at the Committee Room, Ground Floor, Mechanical Engineering Department, MANIT Bhopal – or join online if you can’t attend in person.
3. Bring the filled-in application form (attached with the official notification) along with all original documents and self-attested photocopies of relevant certificates.
4. Only candidates present before the reporting time will be considered – late arrivals for document verification will not be eligible for the interview.

Your CV should include complete academic details from Class Xth onwards, GATE score/year/discipline/rank if applicable, and detailed work experience.

Why This Opportunity Matters

This ANRF-funded project under the Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant scheme focuses on metacomposite materials that can simultaneously harvest energy and control vibration – a cutting-edge area combining materials science and mechanical engineering. For M.Tech/M.Sc graduates or GATE-qualified B.Tech holders with an interest in advanced materials research, this offers hands-on exposure to a nationally-funded early-career research initiative.

Important Links

• Notification PDF: Download Official Notification
• Email for CV Submission: ajitendra@manit.ac.in
• Official Website: www.manit.ac.in
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MANIT Bhopal JRF Recruitment 2026 – Quick Answers

Q1. How many JRF posts are open?

1 post, for an ANRF-funded project on Smart Metacomposite Design.

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Q2. When is the walk-in interview?

6 October 2026, 9:30 AM, at MANIT Bhopal’s Mechanical Engineering Department – or attend online.

Q3. What does this role pay?

Rs 37,000 per month, plus HRA as applicable.

Q4. What is the age limit?

32 years as on the date of advertisement, with relaxation per Government of India rules.

Q5. Can B.Tech holders apply?

Yes, if they have a minimum 7.0 CGPA and have either qualified GATE or have 6 months’ relevant professional experience.

Q6. Is this a permanent research position?

No, it’s initially for 1 year, extendable based on performance up to the project’s completion.

Q7. Will TA/DA be paid for the interview?

No, no TA/DA is paid for attending the walk-in interview.

Q8. Is this a permanent institute position after the project?

No, the post is purely temporary and MANIT has no liability to retain staff after the project’s completion or termination.