A walk-in interview is announced for recruiting 1 Project Staff position (JRF/PA-I/PA-II) under the DRDO-funded project “Design of Unidirectional Antennas using High Impedance Surfaces” in the Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, NIT Tiruchirappalli. The engagement is temporary for 3 months and selection is based on performance in the interview. Candidates must attend with the prescribed application format and original certificates.
Job Details
| Department | Employment Type | Job Title | Total Vacancies | Start Date | End Date | Location | Application Method | Official Site |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering, NIT Tiruchirappalli | Temporary (Project, 3 months) | JRF / Project Associate-I / Project Associate-II | 01 | 06/08/2025 (Advt.) | Walk-in: 26/08/2025, 2:00 PM | NIT Trichy, ECE Dept., Conference Room | Walk-in Interview with prescribed application & documents | nitt.edu |
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Post and Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit | Essential Qualification | Desirable |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 01 (overall for JRF/PA-I/PA-II) | 28 years (Relaxation: SC/ST+5 yrs, OBC+3 yrs) | BE/B.Tech in Electronics/ECE/relevant with First Division and GATE; OR ME/M.Tech in Electronics/ECE/relevant with First Division at UG & PG | Fundamentals of antenna theory; CST Microwave Studio/HFSS; technical paper writing |
| Project Associate-I (PA-I) | Included in above 01 | 35 years | BE/B.Tech or ME/M.Tech in Electronics/ECE/relevant from recognized university or equivalent | Same as above |
| Project Associate-II (PA-II) | Included in above 01 | 35 years | BE/B.Tech or ME/M.Tech in Electronics/ECE/relevant with 2 years relevant experience | Same as above |
Note: Only one position will be filled as JRF/PA-I/PA-II based on eligibility and selection outcome.
Salary Details
- JRF: Rs.31,000 + HRA
- Project Associate-I: Rs.25,000 + HRA
- Project Associate-II: Rs.28,000 + HRA
Educational Qualification
- For JRF:
- BE/B.Tech in Electronics/ECE/relevant specialization with First Division and qualified GATE, OR
- ME/M.Tech in Electronics/ECE/relevant specialization with First Division at both UG and PG.
- For PA-I: BE/B.Tech or ME/M.Tech in Electronics/ECE/relevant specialization from recognized university or equivalent.
- For PA-II: BE/B.Tech or ME/M.Tech in Electronics/ECE/relevant specialization with 2 years relevant experience.
Age Limit
- JRF: 28 years (Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC)
- PA-I/PA-II: 35 years
Selection Process
- Walk-in Interview only.
- Higher shortlisting criteria may be imposed based on number of applicants.
- Final selection based on interview performance.
- Bring original certificates for verification. No TA/DA.
How to Apply
- Ensure eligibility for the intended position (JRF/PA-I/PA-II).
- Attend the Walk-in Interview at 2:00 PM on 26/08/2025 at:
- Conference Room, Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli.
- Carry:
- Filled-in prescribed application (project staff template) to be furnished during the walk-in.
- Self-attested copies of degree/mark sheets, experience certificates, category certificate (if applicable), GATE/NET (if applicable), and any other relevant documents.
- All original certificates for verification.
- Selection committee’s decision is final. Selected candidates are expected to join immediately.
For queries: Email the Principal Investigator at hemant@nitt.edu
Instructions
- Mere fulfillment of eligibility does not guarantee selection; preference to excellent academic record, research potential, and relevant experience.
- Experience includes research, industrial, and related fields.
- Canvassing will lead to rejection.
- No TA/DA for attending interview.
- Duration of engagement is purely temporary for 3 months under the DRDO-funded project.
Important Dates
- Advertisement Date: 06/08/2025
- Walk-in Interview: 26/08/2025 (Tuesday), 2:00 PM
- Reporting Venue: Conference Room, ECE Department, NIT Tiruchirappalli
Important Links
- Notification link – click here
- Application link – click here









