NIT Warangal – Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment (ANRF Project, Electrical Engineering, 2026)
Organization
NIT Warangal
Duration
3 years
Fellowship Amount
₹37,000 per month (Years 1–2), ₹42,000 per month (Year 3)
Age Limit
30 years (relaxation as per norms)
Overview
About Organization
National Institute of Technology Warangal (NITW), Telangana, is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The Department of Electrical Engineering is leading this ANRF-sponsored project focusing on advanced power electronics and hybrid electric vehicle drive systems.
About Post
The Junior Research Fellow will contribute to simulation and hardware-based studies of PV-battery powered quasi Z-source inverter systems for hybrid electric vehicles, focusing on design, control, and performance optimization.
Recruitment Overview Table
| Position | No. of Posts | Essential Qualification | Salary | Duration | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 01 | B.Tech/B.E. in Electrical Engineering/Electrical & Electronics Engineering + M.Tech/M.E. in Power Electronics/Drives/Electric Vehicle/related fields, First Class ≥60% marks or CGPA ≥6.5, GATE qualified | ₹37,000 per month (Years 1–2), ₹42,000 per month (Year 3) | 3 years | August 28, 2026 (11:59 PM) |
• First-class UG and PG degrees with ≥60% marks or CGPA ≥6.5 (GEN/OBC/EWS) • GATE qualification mandatory • Specialization in Power Electronics, Drives, Electric Vehicles, or related fields
Desired Qualifications
• Experimental knowledge in hardware/control design of power converters • Familiarity with MATLAB, PLECS, PSIM, PCB Design Software, DSP/FPGA controllers • Strong analytical ability and report writing skills
Salary/Funding
• ₹37,000 per month for first 2 years • ₹42,000 per month for third year • HRA admissible as per institute rules
Job Nature
• Simulation and hardware-based study of inverter-fed motor drives • Development and testing of PV-battery powered systems • Contribution to project deliverables and reporting
Other Benefits
• Selected candidate eligible to register for Ph.D. at NIT Warangal as per institute rules
Selection Process
• Applications screened by project investigators • Shortlisted candidates announced on institute website and informed via email/phone • Interview conducted in OFFLINE mode only • No TA/DA provided for attending interview
Important Dates
• Advertisement Date: August 14, 2026 • Application Deadline: August 28, 2026 (11:59 PM)
How to Apply
Applicants must send a soft copy of the filled application form with supporting documents to kiruba81@nitw.ac.in.
Brochure URL: https://nitw.ac.in/api/static/files/JRF_2026-8-14-19-13-11.pdf
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For queries: Dr. A. Kirubakaran Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering NIT Warangal – 506004, Telangana Email: kiruba81@nitw.ac.in
Who Can Apply
Postgraduates in Electrical Engineering/Power Electronics/Drives/Electric Vehicles with GATE qualification and strong interest in simulation and hardware-based research.
Why Apply
This project offers an opportunity to contribute to frontier research in hybrid electric vehicle systems, gain hands-on experience in power electronics hardware and simulation, and pursue Ph.D. registration at NIT Warangal.
Financial Support
Fellowship Amount: ₹37,000 per month (Years 1–2), ₹42,000 per month (Year 3)
Eligibility Criteria
• M.Tech/M.E. in Power Electronics/Drives/Electric Vehicles/related fields
• First Class ≥60% marks or CGPA ≥6.5
• GATE qualified
Test Scores Accepted
GATE qualification mandatory
Important Dates
| 0 | • Advertisement Date: August 14, 2026 |
| 1 | • Application Deadline: August 28, 2026 (11:59 PM) |
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