National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela, an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, invites online applications from eligible Indian nationals for recruitment to various Officer Cadre posts on regular basis. The NIT Rourkela Officer Recruitment 2026 for 09 Vacancies (Advertisement No. NITR/ES/01/2026 dated 13th January 2026). Online Application starts from 14th January 2026 (17:00 HRS) and closes on 19th February 2026 (17:00 HRS). Last date for fee payment is 16th February 2026 (23:59 HRS).
The Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notification before applying to confirm eligibility regarding age, qualification, experience, category, and other criteria. Age relaxation applicable as per Government guidelines for reserved categories.
NIT Rourkela Officer Recruitment 2026
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| π’ Organization | National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela |
|---|---|
| πΌ Post Name | Librarian, Deputy Librarian, Senior Scientific Officer, Assistant Registrar, Assistant Librarian, Scientific Officer, Medical Officer |
| π Total Vacancies | 09 Posts |
| π― Age Limit | 35-56 Years (Varies by Post) with usual relaxations |
| π° Monthly Remuneration | Level 14: ₹1,44,200 – 2,18,200 Level 12: ₹78,800 – 2,09,200 Level 10: ₹56,100 – 1,77,500 (+NPA for Medical Officer) |
| π Minimum Qualification | Master’s / B.E./B.Tech/MCA/MBBS with relevant experience / NET (Post-wise detailed below) |
| π³ Application Fee | ₹1000/- (UR/OBC); ₹500/- (EWS/SC/ST); Nil (PwD) |
| π Selection Process | Trade Test / Skill Test / Interview |
| π Job Location | Rourkela, Odisha |
| ⏰ Last Date | 19 February 2026 (Online Application) |
✅ NIT Rourkela Officer Vacancy 2026 Details
| Post Name | No of Vacancies | Pay Level |
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Librarian |
01 (UR) |
Level 14 |
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Deputy Librarian |
01 (UR) |
Level 12 |
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Senior Scientific Officer (Software Development & Management) |
01 (UR) |
Level 12 |
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Assistant Registrar |
02 (ST-01, UR-01) |
Level 10 |
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Assistant Librarian |
01 (OBC) |
Level 10 |
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Scientific Officer (IT System & Network Management) |
01 (SC) |
Level 10 |
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Medical Officer |
02 (ST-01, UR-01) |
Level 10 + NPA |
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Total: 09 Posts | ||
✅ NIT Rourkela Officer Vacancy 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Age Limit | Qualification & Experience |
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Librarian |
56 Years |
Qualification: Master’s Degree in Library Science / Information Science / Documentation (60% or CGPA 6.5) |
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Deputy Librarian |
50 Years |
Qualification: Master’s Degree in Library Science / Information Science / Documentation (60% or CGPA 6.5) + NET/SLET/SET |
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Senior Scientific Officer (Software Development & Management) |
50 Years |
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc/MCA (relevant) First Class |
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Assistant Registrar |
35 Years |
Qualification: Master’s Degree (55% marks) OR equivalent experience for internal candidates |
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Assistant Librarian |
35 Years |
Qualification: Master’s Degree in Library Science / Information Science (60%) + NET/SLET/SET |
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Scientific Officer (IT System & Network Management) |
35 Years |
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc/MCA (relevant) First Class OR internal experience |
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Medical Officer |
35 Years |
Qualification: MBBS Degree recognized by MCI + Registered with State/Indian Medical Register |
✅ NIT Rourkela Officer Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- Trade Test / Skill Test (where applicable)
- Interview
- Documents Verification
✅ NIT Rourkela Officer Recruitment Important Dates
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Online Application Starts |
14 January 2026 (17:00 HRS) |
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Last Date for Fee Payment |
16 February 2026 (23:59 HRS) |
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Last Date for Online Application |
19 February 2026 (17:00 HRS) |
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Test / Interview Dates |
To be notified later |
✅ NIT Rourkela Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Links:
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Detailed Notification PDF |
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Online Application Portal |
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NIT Rourkela Official Website |
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IndGovtJobs.in Govt Jobs Alert Telegram Channel |
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IndGovtJobs.in Govt Jobs Alert WhatsApp Channel |
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IndGovtJobs.in Govt Jobs Alert X Page |
✅ How to Apply NIT Rourkela Officer Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must apply ONLINE only through the official recruitment portal. No other mode accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit https://www.nitrkl.ac.in/Career/NonTeaching/ and click on ‘Apply Online’ link against the advertisement.
➢ Step 2: Register and login to the portal (https://recruit.nitrkl.ac.in/NonTeachRectt/Login.aspx).
➢ Step 3: Fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, experience, and category details.
➢ Step 4: Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and relevant documents/certificates.
➢ Step 5: Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and submit the application. Take printout of the application for future reference.

✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the total number of vacancies in NIT Rourkela Officer Recruitment 2026?
09 Officer Cadre posts on regular basis.
What is the age limit for NIT Rourkela Officer Recruitment 2026?
Varies by post: 35 Years (most posts), 50 Years (Deputy Librarian & Senior Scientific Officer), 56 Years (Librarian) with relaxations.
What is the application fee for NIT Rourkela Officer Recruitment 2026?
₹1000/- for UR/OBC; ₹500/- for EWS/SC/ST; Nil for PwD candidates.
What is the selection process for NIT Rourkela Officer Recruitment 2026?
Trade Test / Skill Test (where applicable) followed by Interview and Documents Verification.
What are the important dates for NIT Rourkela Officer Recruitment 2026?
Online Application Opens: 14 January 2026 | Closes: 19 February 2026 | Fee Payment Last Date: 16 February 2026.