MNNIT Allahabad Recruitment 2026: JRF & More, 4 Posts
Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology Allahabad (MNNIT), Prayagraj, has invited applications from Indian nationals for four contractual research positions — Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Project Associate-II (PA-II), and Research Associate-I (RA-I) — under an Armament Research Board (ARMREB), DRDO-funded project. This offline recruitment closes on 16 September 2026, offering engineering graduates and postgraduates a valuable opportunity to work on defence-related composite materials research at a premier NIT.
The project specifically focuses on finite element analysis of composites, making it particularly attractive for candidates with a background in Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautical, Metallurgy, or Materials Engineering who have exposure to simulation software like ABAQUS or ANSYS.
| Organization | Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT), Prayagraj/Allahabad |
| Funding Body | Armament Research Board (ARMREB), DRDO |
| Department | Applied Mechanics |
| Posts | Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Project Associate-II (PA-II), Research Associate-I (RA-I) |
| Total Vacancies | 4 |
| Application Mode | Offline (postal/hard-copy) |
| Last Date | 16 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
Eligibility
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) — A B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Aerospace/Aeronautical/Metallurgy/Materials Engineering or a related discipline with First Division, AND an M.E./M.Tech in a relevant field with First Division and a valid GATE/UGC/CSIR-NET qualification. Experience in finite element analysis of composites is desirable.
- Project Associate-II (PA-II) — Same base qualification as JRF, with experience in ABAQUS/ANSYS software specifically desirable.
- Research Associate-I (RA-I) — A Ph.D. or equivalent qualification in the relevant engineering discipline, per standard RA-I eligibility norms.
Important Terms
- All positions are purely temporary and will be governed by the funding agency’s rules and the service conditions of the Research and Consultancy Cell, MNNIT Allahabad.
- Appointment offers will be issued subject to the receipt and availability of project funds.
- The age limit follows DST norms, with the upper age limit relaxable by up to 5 years for SC, ST, OBC, PwD, and female candidates.
- Candidates will be shortlisted according to merit, relevant previous work, and project requirements.
- Interviews will be conducted in physical mode only — shortlisted applicants will receive interview details by email.
How to Apply
- Obtain the prescribed application format and recruitment details from the official MNNIT Allahabad website, mnnit.ac.in.
- Fill in the application form completely with accurate personal, educational, and research/project experience details.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
- Send the completed hard-copy application to Dr. Abhishek Kumar Tiwari, Assistant Professor, Department of Applied Mechanics, MNNIT Allahabad, at the address specified in the notification — a courtesy copy may also be emailed to aktiwari@mnnit.ac.in.
- Ensure the hard-copy application reaches the specified address by 16 September 2026, up to 5:00 PM.
Official Links
Official Website: mnnit.ac.in
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to apply for MNNIT Allahabad Recruitment 2026?
A: 16 September 2026, up to 5:00 PM.
Q: How many vacancies does this recruitment cover?
A: 4, across Junior Research Fellow, Project Associate-II, and Research Associate-I posts.
Q: What is the salary for Research Associate-I?
A: ₹58,000 per month, plus 20% HRA.
Q: Is there an application fee?
A: No, there is no application fee mentioned for any category.
Q: What project does this recruitment support?
A: An Armament Research Board (ARMREB), DRDO-funded project focused on finite element analysis of composites, in the Department of Applied Mechanics.
Final Word
Since candidates must bring an updated CV and original documents with attested photocopies to the physical interview if shortlisted, prepare this documentation now rather than waiting for the interview call, given the tight 16 September application deadline and subsequent quick-turnaround interview process.