NIT Rourkela Field Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Register for Job Alerts National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) has notified 2 vacancies for the Field Assistant post under the ANRF-PAIR project. The appointment is project-based, purely temporary, and co-terminus with the project for an initial period of 1 year, extendable based on satisfactory performance. Eligible candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any Science discipline (B.Sc.) or a 3-year Diploma in Engineering & Technology with a minimum of 55% marks, and be up to 50 years of age with relaxations as per norms. The notified pay is Rs. 27,000 per month + HRA. Applicants must send a single PDF file containing the filled and signed application form, mark sheets, certificates, research papers, and work experience certificates via email by 29 October 2026. Selection will be through shortlisting followed by an online interview.

Post Name: Field Assistant (FA) Number of Vacancies: 02 (Two)

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/Board with a minimum of 55% marks. Candidates possessing a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology (B.E./B.Tech.) or a degree in Civil, Mechanical, Mining, or allied disciplines may be given preference based on their suitability for the project requirements and performance in the selection process. Experience in field data collection, or other research related field activities. Basic proficiency in data entry and data handling using MS Office and MS Excel. Willingness to undertake field visits and travel to project/study locations as required. Good communication and interpersonal skills, with proficiency in English and Hindi. Ability to interact effectively with research teams and industry personnel. Experience in maintai

Selected 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.

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

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.

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.