| The Department of Civil Engineering, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Tiruchirappalli, invites applications for six (06) Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions under the National River Conservation Directorate (NRCD), Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India-funded project: “Condition Assessment and Management Plan (CAMP) for Cauvery River Basin.” This project focuses on watershed modeling, geospatial analysis, and sustainable river basin management of the Cauvery River. Selected candidates will work under Dr. Nisha Radhakrishnan (Principal Investigator) and contribute to data collection, geodatabase creation, GIS mapping, and hydrological modeling. |
JRF Recruitment at NIT Trichy 2025 Key Highlights:
✔ Fellowship: ₹37,000 + 16% HRA (1st & 2nd year) | ₹42,000 + 16% HRA (3rd year)
✔ Duration: 1 year (extendable up to 3 years)
✔ Eligibility: M.Tech in Water Resources/Hydraulics/Geoinformatics + GATE qualification
JRF Recruitment at NIT Trichy 2025 Vacancy Details
| Position | No. of Posts | Fellowship (Monthly) | Duration | Essential Qualifications | Key Responsibilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 06 (4-Water Resources, 2-Geoinformatics) | ₹37,000 + HRA (Years 1-2) ₹42,000 + HRA (Year 3) | 1 Year (Extendable to 3 Years) | B.Tech (Civil) + M.Tech (Water Resources/Hydraulics/Geoinformatics) Min. 60% or 6.5 CGPA + GATE Qualified | 1. Geospatial data collection 2. Watershed modeling 3. GIS mapping 4. Hydrological software analysis |
Project Breakdown:
- Funding Agency: NRCD, Ministry of Jal Shakti (GoI)
- PI: Dr. Nisha Radhakrishnan (Associate Professor, NIT Trichy)
- Focus Areas: River basin assessment, sustainable water management, remote sensing applications
Important Link
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who is eligible to apply?
- M.Tech graduates in Water Resources/Hydraulics/Agriculture Engineering (4 posts) or Remote Sensing/Geoinformatics (2 posts) with ≥60% or 6.5 CGPA + GATE qualification.
2. What is the salary structure?
- Years 1-2: ₹37,000 + 16% HRA
- Year 3: ₹42,000 + 16% HRA
3. Is GATE mandatory?
- Yes, only GATE-qualified candidates are eligible.
4. What is the job profile?
- Field data collection, GIS mapping, hydrological modeling, geodatabase management.
5. How to apply?
- Send hard copies of the application form, bio-data, and documents to:
Dr. Nisha Radhakrishnan
Dept. of Civil Engineering, NIT Tiruchirappalli – 620015
Subject Line: *”NITT/R&C/cCauvery/NR/2025/1″* - Deadline: 12th May 2025 (5:00 PM)
6. Is there an age limit?
- Max 35 years (Relaxation: OBC-3 years | SC/ST-5 years).
7. Will there be an interview?
- Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via email/mobile.
8. Is TA/DA provided for the interview?
- No, candidates must bear their own expenses.
9. Can final-year M.Tech students apply?
- Yes, if they meet eligibility criteria before joining.
10. Where to check updates?
- NIT Trichy Website: https://www.nitt.edu/
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