ADVERTISEMENT FOR JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW (JRF) RECRUITMENT UNDER DRDO PROJECT

Project Title

Design and development of SiC MEMS based piezoresistive and MOSFET embedded pressure sensors for high temperature application (No. – DFTM/07/3603/DIA-CoE,MZU/MEMS/P-03)

Sponsoring agency

Directorate of Futuristic Technology Management (DFTM),

Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO)

Name of Project Investigators

Dr. Pradeep Kumar Rathore, NIT Meghalaya (PI)

Prof. L. Lolit Kumar Singh, NIT Manipur (Co-PI)

Position title

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

No. of posts available

One (01)

Duration (in years)

Two 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 Microelectronics / VLSI / Electronics 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 plus HRA / accommodation as per institute norms

Job nature

Design, simulation and fabrication process flow for development of SiC-MEMS based pressure sensors for high temperature application.

How to apply?

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

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

email: pradeeprathore@nitm.ac.in with cc to llksingh@nitmanipur.ac.in

Submission mode

Soft copy through email.

Last date to apply

12/10/2025

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, 10^th, 12^th, and highest qualification-degree certificates, and mark sheets must be sent (in a merged format single PDF) via email to pradeeprathore@nitm.ac.in with cc to llksingh@nitmanipur.ac.in. The subject of the email should be “Application for JRF Position for DRDO Project”.
3. The shortlisted candidate will have to attend an interview (ONLINE/OFFLINE).
4. The shortlisted candidate(s) 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.

Institute Address

Room No 210, Block-D, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, NIT Meghalaya, Saitsohpen, Sohra, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, India - 793108

Important Dates

Last date of application:                                             12/10/2025

Notification of shortlisted candidates:                               15/10/2025

Tentative Date of interview/examination:                   20/10/2025

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.