NRSC Research Personnel Recruitment 2026 - 48 Vacancies

NRSC Recruitment 2026 - 48 Vacancies

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Application / Registration Fee

Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy Details

| Category | Vacancies | Educational Qualification (summary) | Age Limit (UR/EWS | OBC | SC/ST) | |---|---|---|---| | Research Scientist (RS20‑RS25) | 14 | M.E./M.Tech in Civil, Remote Sensing, Computer Science, Data Science, etc. with relevant B.E./B.Tech | 30 | 33 | 35 | | Project Associate‑I (PAI‑06) | 3 | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science / IT (programming & DBMS skills) | 35 | 38 | 40 | | Project Associate‑II (PAII‑02, PAII‑03) | 2 | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT or Geoinformatics or M.Sc. in Geoinformatics + 2 yrs R&D experience | 35 | 38 | 40 | | Project Scientist‑B (PSB03‑PSB06) | 8 | M.Sc./M.Tech in Geology, Remote Sensing, GIS, Agriculture, etc. (or B.E./B.Tech in Geoinformatics) | 35 | 38 | 40 | | Project Scientist‑I (PSI‑06) | 2 | M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science / IT with relevant B.E./B.Tech | 35 | 38 | 40 | | Junior Research Fellow (JRF30‑JRF35) | 19 | Master's in Physics, Atmospheric Science, Geology, Computer Science, Agriculture, etc.; NET/GATE qualification required for JRF30‑JRF35 | 28 | 31 | 33 |

Selection / Admission / Evaluation Process

• Screening of applications against eligibility criteria.
• Interview conducted by a Selection Committee for shortlisted candidates.
• No written examination is mentioned.
• Shortlisted candidates are notified via email and listed on the NRSC website.

How to Apply / Register / Check Status

1. Visit the official NRSC careers portal (nrsc.gov.in/Career_Apply) during the window 01‑08‑2026 to 21‑08‑2026.
2. Register using a valid email address and mobile number to obtain an online Registration Number.
3. Fill in the required personal and academic details for the desired post.
4. Upload the mandatory documents (see checklist below).
5. Pay the ₹250 application fee through the Bharatkosh gateway and download the e‑receipt.
6. Log in again, verify all details, and submit the final application.
7. Download the personalised registration confirmation form for future reference.

Required Documents Checklist

• Recent colour passport‑size photograph (jpg/jpeg, ≤40 KB, 110×140 px)
• Signature image (jpg/jpeg, ≤20 KB, 200×50 px)
• SSC/10th certificate (DOB proof)
• Intermediate/Diploma certificate
• Graduation certificate & mark sheets
• Post‑graduation certificate & mark sheets (if applicable)
• Doctoral degree documents (if applicable)
• Proof of GATE/NET qualification (for JRF30‑JRF35)
• Category certificate (SC/ST/PwBD/Ex‑Servicemen) for fee refund claim

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is NRSC Recruitment 2026?
It is Advt. No. NRSC/RMT/1/2026 dated 01‑08‑2026, inviting applications for temporary research personnel positions (Research Scientist, Project Associate, Project Scientist, Junior Research Fellow) under ISRO’s National Remote Sensing Centre.

Q2. How many vacancies are available?
A total of 48 provisional posts across six categories (Research Scientist, Project Associate‑I/II, Project Scientist‑B/I, Junior Research Fellow).

Q3. What is the last date to apply?
The online application window closes on 21‑08‑2026 at 17:00 hrs, which is also the final date for fee payment.

Q4. What are the qualification requirements?
Qualifications vary by post code, ranging from B.E./B.Tech to M.E./M.Tech or M.Sc./M.Sc Tech in relevant engineering, science, or technology streams. JRF candidates must hold a valid NET/GATE score.

Q5. What is the age limit for applicants?

• Junior Research Fellow: 28 years (UR/EWS), 31 years (OBC), 33 years (SC/ST).
• Research Scientist (M.Sc. based): same as JRF.
• Research Scientist (M.Tech based): 30 years (UR/EWS), 33 years (OBC), 35 years (SC/ST).
• Project Associate / Project Scientist: 35 years (UR/EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST).