Project Title

IRS Assisted Drones-based Communication for Remote Area Connectivity

Sponsoring agency

ISRO,  Department of Space, Govt. of India.

Name of the Principal Investigator (PI)

Dr. Satyendra Singh Yadav

Name of the Co Investigator (Co-PI)

Dr. Abhishek Sarkhel

Dr. Chirag Gupta, NESAC Meghalaya

Position title

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

No. of posts available

One (01)

Duration (in years)

Three years or till the closure of the project whichever is earlier. Performance evaluation will be done each year.

Essential qualification

Candidates with an M.Tech. / M.E. in RF and Microwave or Wireless Communication Engineering or related disciplines.

Or

M.Sc. with valid GATE/NET qualification

Or

GATE-qualified candidates with a B.Tech. / B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering or related disciplines.

Age limit

30 Years

Age relaxation

As per norms and guidelines of the Institute

Emoluments

Rs. 37,000/- pm and hostel accommodation or 10% HRA as per institute norms and sanction from ISRO.

Job nature

Design, simulation, analysis, and prototyping of Intelligent Reflecting Surface and Drones.

Other benefits

The selected candidates are eligible for the PhD degree at NIT Meghalaya, as per the institute's rules. However, he/she need to apply for a PhD position when the advertisement opens.

How to apply?

The proforma of the application is attached to this advertisement. A soft

copy of the filled application with supporting documents has to be sent to

email: satyendra@nitm.ac.in  with cc to chirag.gupta@nesac.gov.in and abhishek.sarkhel@nitm.ac.in

Submission mode

Soft copy through email.

Last date to apply

24/07/2026 @11.59 pm

How to apply?

1. Candidates possessing the requisite qualifications and experience should apply in the attached format before the application deadline.
2. A soft PDF copy of the duly filled-up application form, age proof certificate, 10th, 12th, and highest qualification-degree certificates, and mark sheets must be sent ( in a merged format single PDF) via email to Dr. Satyendra Singh Yadav (satyendra@nitm.ac.in) and cc to Dr. Chirag Gupta (chirag.gupta@nesac.gov.in), Dr. Abhishek Sarkhel (abhishek.sarkhel@nitm.ac.in).  The subject of the email should be “Application for JRF Position for ISRO-Respond”.
3. The shortlisted candidate will have to attend an interview (ONLINE/OFFLINE).
4. The shortlisted candidate will be informed for the interview/examination through email.
5. Mere possession of the minimum qualification does not guarantee an invitation to the interview. Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit and need of the project. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to appear in the interview, and no other communication will be entertained. The authority reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications without assigning any reason thereof.
6. No TA/DA shall be paid to candidates for attending the interview and/or joining the position.

Venue

Room No 204, Block D, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, NIT Meghalaya, Saitsohpen Sohra, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, India- 793108

Important Dates

Last date of application:                                                 24/07/2026

Notification of shortlisted candidates for interviews:        27/07/2026

Tentative Date of interview/examination:                       29/07/2026

Please note:

• The position is purely temporary
• Please enclose a brief resume/ curriculum vitae/biodata along with the application form
•  A list of eligible candidates will be announced on the institute website and intimated via email or phone.
• The shortlisted candidate will have to attend an interview (ONLINE/OFFLINE)
• If the Interview needs to be conducted online, candidates are expected to have a good internet connection.