Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra has released a walk-in interview notice for a project position under an ANRF funded research project. Applications are invited from Indian nationals only for engagement on a temporary basis.
The recruitment is for one position of Junior Research Fellow or Project Associate-I under the PAIR programme. Details related to eligibility, salary, interview date, and selection process are given below. Candidates are advised to read all details carefully before appearing for the interview.
Overview of SMVD University Project Recruitment 2026
| Organisation | Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University |
| Project ID | RP-157 |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow / Project Associate-I |
| No. of Posts | 01 |
| Category | University Project |
| Type | Temporary (Project Based) |
| Job Location | SMVDU Campus, Katra, Jammu and Kashmir |
| Application Mode | Walk-in Interview |
| Selection Process | Interview |
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know more about interview date, eligibility, salary, and application procedure.
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates.
| Notification Date | 20 February 2026 |
| Date of Interview | 16 March 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 10:00 AM |
Vacancy Details of SMVD University Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
| Junior Research Fellow / Project Associate-I | 01 |
Eligibility Criteria of SMVD University Project Vacancies
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
| Junior Research Fellow | Bachelor’s degree with first division in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical, Materials Science, Production, Design, Manufacturing, or Metallurgy and GATE qualification | As per ANRF guidelines |
| Project Associate-I | Bachelor’s degree with first division in relevant Engineering or Technology discipline. GATE not mandatory | As per ANRF guidelines |
Desirable qualifications include post-graduation, proficiency in design software, 3D printing and design, and experimental tribology.
Salary Details
| Post | Monthly Emoluments |
| Junior Research Fellow | ₹37,000 plus HRA as per norms |
| Project Associate-I | ₹30,000 plus HRA as per norms |
Interview Venue and Reporting Details
| Interview Venue | B-Block, SMVDU Campus |
| Reporting Time | 10:00 AM |
Application Procedure
Candidates must appear in person for the interview and bring the following documents:
- Proof of identity, preferably Aadhaar card
- All original certificates for verification
- Two self-attested photocopies of identity, educational qualifications, experience, and age proof
- Prefilled Summary Sheet (Annexure-A)
- Two passport size photographs
- Three copies of resume
No TA or DA will be provided for attending the interview.
General Instructions
The engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. Selected candidates will not have any claim for regular appointment in the university. The university reserves the right to terminate the engagement at any time in case of unsatisfactory performance. Shortlisting may be done if a large number of candidates appear.
Official Notification Details
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