📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
The National Centre for Radio Astrophysics, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (NCRA-TIFR) has released a notification for the recruitment of Faculty positions in the area of technology development. Candidates with a Ph.D. and an excellent track record in developing technology relevant to radio astronomy are eligible to apply. Interested candidates can send their application via email.
NCRA-TIFR Faculty Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA-TIFR) |
| Post Name | Faculty (Technology Development) |
| Total Vacancies | Multiple |
| Salary | INR 1,56,960/- to 1,70,460/- (Entry Level) |
| Last Date to Apply | January 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 (Evaluation Period) |
| Job Location | Pune, Maharashtra |
| Application Mode |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Salary | Project/Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faculty (Technology Development) | Multiple | INR 1,56,960/- to 1,70,460/- (Approx.) | Radio Astronomy / Instrumentation |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for Faculty (Technology Development)
- Essential Qualification: Applicants must have a Ph.D. and an excellent track record in developing technology (e.g. instruments/software/algorithms) relevant to radio astronomy.
- Experience: Entry-level faculty members are those joining after a few years of post-doctoral research. Candidates with appropriate experience can be considered for higher levels.
- Responsibilities: Faculty members are expected to spend 50% of their time on research (technological or astronomical areas, guiding M.Tech./Ph.D. students) and 50% on support activities (development of instrumentation/algorithms/software, teaching graduate courses, telescope commissioning).
Important Links
Important Links:
Send Application: Click here ([email protected])
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here
FAQs
Q1. How can I apply for NCRA-TIFR Faculty Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Candidates must send their application via email to [email protected].
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
Ans: The evaluation period is from January 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026. However, it is advisable to apply well in advance.
Q3. What is the salary for NCRA-TIFR Faculty posts?
Ans: The monthly salary for entry-level faculty is roughly INR 1,56,960/- to 1,70,460/- (assuming off-campus residence).
Q4. What are the essential qualifications?
Ans: A Ph.D. and an excellent track record in developing technology relevant to radio astronomy are required.