SVNIT Surat – Junior Research Fellow (DRDO Project, Mechanical Engineering, 2026)

About Organization

Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT), Surat, is an Institute of National Importance established under the NITSER Act by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The Department of Mechanical Engineering at SVNIT is actively engaged in advanced research in aerospace materials, manufacturing, and mechanical design.

Post Details

Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Department: Mechanical Engineering Project Title: Design and predict applicability of aluminium-based high entropy alloy foams and sandwich structures for leading edge and fuselage aerospace applications Funding Agency: Aeronautics Research and Development Board (AR&DB), DRDO, Government of India Principal Investigator: Dr. Neeraj Srivastava, Assistant Professor, DoME, SVNIT Surat (Mobile: 9696350479) Duration: One year (extendable based on performance and availability of funds) Number of Posts: 01 Nature of Appointment: Purely temporary, co-terminus with project Ph.D. Opportunity: Selected candidate may register for Ph.D. at SVNIT as per institute norms

Eligibility Criteria

• Postgraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Manufacturing, Production, Industrial & Production, Metallurgy, Applied Mechanics, Aerospace Engineering, or relevant professional courses related to the project area.

• B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical, Production, Aerospace, Metallurgy, or allied branches.

• Mandatory qualification: GATE score or selection through national-level examinations conducted by Central Government agencies (DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER, etc.).

Experience Requirements

• Desirable: Experience in manufacturing metallurgy, solidification processing, modelling, microstructural and mechanical characterizations.

Salary / Funding

• Fellowship: ₹37,000 per month + 16% HRA (as per revised DST-JRF/SRF norms).

Selection Process

• Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email.

• Interview will be conducted in hybrid mode (online/offline as per candidate’s convenience).

• Original documents will be verified at the time of joining.

• Any false information in application/CV/testimonials will lead to cancellation of candidature.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Date: July 13, 2026

• Application Deadline: August 31, 2026 (11:59 PM IST)

• Tentative Interview Date: September 4, 2026 (Hybrid mode; exact schedule to be communicated via email/institute website)

How to Apply

• Send scanned copies of original certificates, mark sheets, recent passport-size photograph, and detailed CV to: neeraj.s@med.svnit.ac.in

• Ensure email ID and mobile number are mentioned in the application.

• Attach original documents of age proof, certificates, degrees, mark sheets, and other testimonials.

• Incomplete applications or missing contact details may result in rejection.

Why Apply

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge aerospace materials research funded by DRDO, gain hands-on experience in alloy design and mechanical characterization, and pursue doctoral studies at SVNIT Surat.

Who Can Apply

Postgraduates in Mechanical, Aerospace, Metallurgy, or allied engineering branches with valid GATE qualification or equivalent national-level exam clearance, motivated to pursue advanced research in aerospace materials.

URLs

Brochure URL: https://www.svnit.ac.in/Data/jobs/2026/August/JRF_Advertisement_DRDO_Project_2026.pdf

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