NRSC ISRO Recruitment 2026: 48 Research Scientist, Project Scientist & JRF Posts

The National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), a primary centre of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) under the Department of Space, has invited online applications for Temporary Research Personnel positions. This is a research-focused recruitment covering 48 posts spread across six categories, from Junior Research Fellow to Research Scientist, tied to specific ongoing projects at NRSC.

NRSC is responsible for establishing ground stations to receive satellite data, generating data products, and developing remote sensing applications, including disaster management support and geospatial services for good governance. This recruitment drive is meant to strengthen NRSC’s research teams working on projects ranging from Himalayan glacial lake monitoring to satellite-based crop residue burning assessment. This article explains every post category, eligibility criteria, pay scale, and how to apply.

NRSC Temporary Research Personnel Recruitment 2026: Highlights

The table above gives a quick overview of this recruitment. Since every post is tied to a specific research project and carries its own qualification requirement, candidates should carefully match their academic background with the post code that fits them best. The sections below explain the full vacancy breakup, eligibility, pay, and application process.

Who Can Apply for NRSC Temporary Research Personnel Posts

Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply for these positions. Candidates must have already passed out with the required qualification; those awaiting their final result are not eligible to apply. Candidates who completed their B.Tech/M.Tech through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) mode are also not eligible for these posts.

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Post-wise Vacancy Details and Qualification

This recruitment covers 20 distinct post codes across six broad categories. The table below summarizes the vacancy count and core essential qualification for each post code.

Post codes RS23, PAII-02, PAII-03, JRF32, JRF33, JRF34, and JRF35 have their vacancy identified specifically at NRSC’s regional centres, RRSC-North (New Delhi), RRSC-South (Bengaluru), while the remaining posts are primarily based at NRSC Hyderabad/Shadnagar. Candidates should refer to the official notification for the exact regional identification of each such post.

Research Projects Behind This Recruitment

Each post code advertised is tied to one or more specific NRSC research projects. Some of the notable projects driving this recruitment include Technical Collaboration and Capacity Building on Landslide and GLOF Hazard Assessment of Tapovan & Pipalkoti Hydroelectric Power Projects, Glacial Lake Monitoring and GLOF Modelling in the Indian Himalayan Region, National Programme on Land Cover and Land Use Monitoring under NNRMS, Satellite-based mapping of Coal India Limited’s mining activities, Active Forest Fire Monitoring, and multiple projects under NICES covering ocean, climate, and atmospheric parameters.

Candidates interested in a specific research area, such as glaciology, agriculture remote sensing, forest fire monitoring, or ocean sciences, can identify the most relevant post code for their background by referring to the project list in the official notification.

Educational Qualification Standards (Minimum Academic Criteria)

Apart from the discipline-specific qualification listed for each post code, NRSC has set the following minimum academic performance standards:

All degrees must be recognized by AICTE/UGC or another organization authorized by the Government of India. The essential qualification must have been completed within the stipulated duration of the course as prescribed by the university. Percentages and CGPA values should not be rounded off; they must be entered to the nearest 2 decimal points, as per the examples given in the official notification.

For post codes JRF30 to JRF35, candidates must additionally qualify a National Eligibility Test such as CSIR-UGC NET (including Lectureship/Assistant Professorship) or GATE, or must have been selected through a national-level examination conducted by agencies such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, or IISER, with a valid score card in the relevant discipline.

Age Limit (As on Last Date of Online Application)

Ex-servicemen and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are eligible for upper age relaxation as per Government of India orders. SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates should produce the relevant certificate issued by the competent authorities to avail this relaxation.

Application Fee

Each application requires a non-refundable application fee of Rs.250, payable online through the BHARATKOSH payment gateway after filling in all application details. No other mode of payment, such as cash, cheque, draft, money order, or IPO, is accepted. This fee of Rs.250 will be refunded for Women, SC/ST/PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates, subject to their meeting eligibility criteria and participating in the selection process; the refund is made only to the bank account details provided in the application.

Emoluments (Pay per Position)

HRA will be paid at prescribed rates if accommodation is not provided at the place of posting. Female candidates are eligible for maternity leave as per Government of India instructions, and selected candidates are eligible for medical benefits for self as per NRSC/ISRO rules. Selected candidates will not be entitled to any other benefit or concession admissible to regular employees.

Tenure of the Positions

All positions advertised are purely temporary, initially for a period of one year, subject to the validity of the project. The tenure may be extended based on performance in periodic review, or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier, up to a maximum period of 5 years for JRF and RS positions. Candidates appointed against these posts will have no claim or right for regular appointment in NRSC/ISRO/Department of Space, and NRSC reserves the right to terminate the services of appointed candidates at any time, without notice and without assigning any reason.

Selection Process

Meeting the minimum qualification does not automatically make a candidate eligible for interview. NRSC reserves the right to screen applications based on the given eligibility criteria and may fix additional criteria to shortlist candidates for interview. Only screened-in/shortlisted candidates will be called for interview, and communication will be sent only through the candidate’s registered email ID. NRSC will not entertain any correspondence regarding shortlisting, and the list of shortlisted candidates will be placed on the NRSC website.

Outstation candidates called for interview will be paid to-and-fro sleeper class railway fare or non-AC bus fare, by the shortest route, on production of tickets or e-ticket printouts, but only after their documents have been successfully verified.

Documents Required

Candidates must upload clear scanned copies of the following documents to the online portal; failing to do so will lead to rejection of the application:

• Recent colour passport-size photograph (not older than 6 months), in .jpg/.jpeg format, maximum 40 KB, dimensions 110x140px
• Signature, in .jpg/.jpeg format, maximum 20 KB, dimensions 200x50px
• SSC/10th class certificate as Date of Birth proof
• Intermediate/Diploma certificate
• Graduation certificate with consolidated or semester-wise mark sheets
• Post-Graduation certificate with consolidated or semester-wise mark sheets, if applicable
• Doctoral degree documents (abstract of PhD thesis, award letter, SCI journal paper details), if applicable
• Proof of qualifying GATE/NET or equivalent test, for post codes JRF30 to JRF35
• SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen certificate, if claiming fee refund or age relaxation

Important Dates

The date for the payment of fees will also be the last date for submission of the application. There is no extendable date for the payment of fees.

How to Apply for NRSC Temporary Research Personnel Posts

Applications are accepted online only. Follow these steps to complete your application:

1. Visit the official NRSC website, www.nrsc.gov.in/Career_Apply.
2. Register on the portal and fill in all required personal, educational, and category details carefully.
3. Upload your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and all required qualification and category certificates as per the specified format and size.
4. Complete the fee payment of Rs.250 through the BHARATKOSH payment gateway. After successful payment, an e-acknowledgement will be displayed, which should be downloaded for future reference.
5. Log in again to the e-recruitment portal to complete the final submission of your application.
6. Download the personalised registration confirmation form after successful registration, which will contain your Name, Registration Number, Advertisement Number, and Post Code, for future reference.

Candidates intending to apply for more than one post must submit a separate application for each post through the online portal.

Why You Should Apply for This Post

NRSC offers a highly conducive, high-technology work environment for candidates to grow both personally and professionally while contributing to nation-building through space-based remote sensing research. NRSC also has a well-equipped library with access to several international journals and publications. For candidates in fields like remote sensing, GIS, geology, computer science, agriculture, and earth sciences, this recruitment offers direct exposure to cutting-edge, real-world research projects under ISRO.

Preparation Tips

Since shortlisting is based on eligibility criteria that NRSC may further refine, candidates should ensure their percentage/CGPA figures are recorded accurately and match their certificates exactly. Candidates applying for JRF post codes should ensure their NET/GATE score card is valid and matches the discipline advertised for their chosen post code.

For the interview stage, candidates should be ready to discuss their academic project work, thesis, or research experience relevant to the specific NRSC project tied to their post code, since the projects listed in the notification reflect exactly what the selected candidate will be expected to work on.

General Instructions

• The number of positions indicated is provisional and NRSC/ISRO reserves the right not to fill up all or any of the positions.
• Only Indian nationals need to apply.
• Incomplete applications, such as those without photograph, signature, mark-sheets, or category certificate, will be rejected outright.
• Candidates possessing degrees from foreign universities must produce an equivalency certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi, at the time of interview/application.
• No interim correspondence on the application will be entertained.
• Selected candidates must join the post immediately after being found medically fit by the prescribed medical authority.
• In case of any ambiguity or dispute due to the Hindi version, only the English version of the notification shall be valid.
• Beware of touts and job racketeers claiming to secure a job in DOS/ISRO through influence or unfair means; ISRO never appoints agents or coaching centres on its behalf.

Important Links

• Apply Online / NRSC Career Portal
• Download Official Notification PDF
• NRSC Official Website
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many total vacancies are there in this recruitment?

There are 48 vacancies in total, spread across 20 post codes under six categories: Research Scientist, Project Associate-I/II, Project Scientist-B, Project Scientist-I, and Junior Research Fellow.

What is the last date to apply online?

The online registration window closes on 21 August 2026 at 5:00 PM. Registration opened on 1 August 2026 at 10:00 AM.

What is the application fee?

Rs.250 per application, non-refundable, except for Women, SC/ST/PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates who meet eligibility criteria and participate in the selection process.

What is the salary for Junior Research Fellow?

Rs.37,000 per month plus HRA, with a possibility to increase to Rs.42,000 as SRF after two years, subject to performance review.

What is the age limit for this recruitment?

It varies by post: 28-33 years for JRF and M.Sc-based Research Scientist posts, 30-35 years for M.Tech-based Research Scientist posts, and 35-40 years for Project Associate/Project Scientist posts, depending on category.

Are these permanent ISRO/NRSC jobs?

No, these are purely temporary, project-based positions, initially for one year, extendable up to a maximum of 5 years for JRF and RS posts, or co-terminus with the project.

Do I need to qualify NET or GATE for these posts?

Only candidates applying for JRF post codes JRF30 to JRF35 need to have qualified NET/GATE or an equivalent national-level test in the relevant discipline.

Where will selected candidates be posted?

Primarily at NRSC’s facilities in Hyderabad and Shadnagar (Rangareddy district), though candidates may also be required to serve at NRSC’s other campuses, including regional centres at Delhi, Bengaluru, Nagpur, Kolkata, and Jodhpur, and are liable to be posted anywhere in India under DOS/ISRO.

Can I apply for more than one post?

Yes, but a separate application must be submitted online for each post applied for.

Where can I download the official notification?

The official notification PDF is linked in the Important Links section above, and it is also available on the official NRSC website.