NIT Rourkela Field Assistant – 2 Posts Recruitment 2026

Posted 15 Oct 2026 · Updated 26 Oct 2026 · Advt No NITR / SR / 2026 / Advt.- 25CR047 / L / ANP005 · Closing in 1 days

Introduction

NIT Rourkela has invited applications for Field Assistant – 2 Posts. There are 2 vacancies for candidates with B.Sc, Diploma. The last date to apply is 29 October 2026.

Important Dates

Date of Advertisement

15-Oct-2026

Last Date for Submitting Application

29-Oct-2026

Interview Date

Notified Later (Department as mentioned in Annexure-I)

Important Instructions

  • Engagement is purely on temporary/contractual basis and co-terminus with the completion of the project.
  • Selection or joining will be cancelled in case of any suppression of information or documents submitted.
  • NIT Rourkela reserves the right to fix higher criteria for short-listing of eligible candidates.
  • Candidates who do not meet the minimum qualification and work experience will not be informed or called for the interview.
  • NIT Rourkela will not pay for traveling to attend the interview.
  • In case any clarification is required on eligibility, candidates may contact the project details mentioned in the notification.

Age Limit

The upper age limit for applying is up to 50 years. The upper age limit shall be reckoned as on the last date of receipt of applications.
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Pay and TenureSelected candidates will receive a consolidated remuneration of Rs. 27,000/- per month plus HRA as applicable per ANRF norms. The appointment will be for 1 year initially and the tenure will be extended based on satisfactory performance. The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the ANRF-PAIR project (up to 13-October-2030) and does not confer any right or claim for regular appointment at NIT Rourkela.
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Join NowNIT Rourkela Field Assistant Job Description
The Field Assistant will be responsible for the following duties and key responsibilities:
Support Junior Research Fellows (JRFs) and the Co-Principal Investigators with day-to-day operational logistics, experiment setups, and report drafting.
Assist the Co-Principal Investigators' research team in field visits, surveys, sample/data collection from mines and nearby industries, laboratory and experimental activities, maintenance of field records, and other related work as assigned.
Conduct and coordinate field visits, surveys, data/sample collection, and other project-related field activities.
Assist in planning field schedules and managing on-site logistics for surveys and data-collection campaigns.
Perform data entry, compilation, verification, and preliminary processing/cleaning of collected data.
Maintain systematic and accurate field records, survey forms, databases, photographs, and other supporting documentation.
Assist the research team in laboratory/field experiments, sample handling, measurements, or related technical activities, wherever applicable.
Coordinate with industry and project personnel during field activities.
Provide logistical support for project meetings, workshops, training programmes, awareness activities, and other project events.
Submit regular field updates and collected information to energy and environmental project teams.
Undertake travel to project locations as and when required.

Age Relaxation

Show age relaxation

The age limit is relaxed up to 5 years in the case of candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, PwWD, and Female applicants, whereas 3 years in the case of OBCs (Non-creamy layer candidates).

Vacancy & Eligibility

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any Science discipline (B.Sc.) or a 3-year Diploma in Engineering & Technology from a recognized University, Institute, or Board with a minimum of 55% marks.

Experience

Check out the Official Notification or Overview on this page.

Salary / Pay Scale

Rs. 27,000

How to Apply

  1. Fill out the application form completely and sign it.
  2. Compile the filled application form along with documents regarding educational qualification indicating percentage of marks, division, mark sheets, certificates, research papers (if any), and work experience certificate (if any) into a single PDF file.
  3. Send the single PDF file via email to [email protected] with "Advertisement No." on the subject link.
  4. Ensure the application is submitted on or before 29-Oct-2026. No hard copies of applications are required to be sent to the Institute.

Selection and Interview

Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit and the need of the project. Only short-listed candidates will be informed for an Online Interview. The period of experience in a discipline or area of work, wherever prescribed, shall be counted after the date of acquiring the minimum prescribed educational qualifications for that position. Mere possession of minimum qualification does not guarantee invitation to the interview.

FAQ

What is the last date to apply for NIT Rourkela Field Assistant recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the application via email is 29 October 2026.

How many vacancies are available for the Field Assistant post?

There are a total of 2 vacancies available for the Field Assistant position under the ANRF-PAIR project.

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OdishaGraduateDiplomaEngineering

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