📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Research Scientist, Project Associate, Project Scientist, and Junior Research Fellow
The National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), ISRO invites online applications for the recruitment of various temporary Research Personnel positions including Research Scientist, Project Associate, Project Scientist, and Junior Research Fellow. Eligible candidates can apply online.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), ISRO |
| Post Names | Research Scientist, Project Associate, Project Scientist, Junior Research Fellow |
| Total Vacancies | Multiple (Detailed below) |
| Advertisement No. | NRSC/RMT/1/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Temporary Research Personnel |
| Official Website | www.nrsc.gov.in |
Employment Type:CONTRACTOR
Number of Vacancies:Multiple
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Code | Post Name | Vacancies | Monthly Emoluments (₹) | Essential Qualification | Additional Location/Special Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RS20 | Research Scientist | 03 | 56,100 + HRA + DA | M.E./M.Tech in Civil/Water Resources/Hydrology/Irrigation Water Management + B.E./B.Tech in Civil/Agricultural Engg. | - |
| RS21 | Research Scientist | 05 | 56,100 + HRA + DA | M.E./M.Tech in RS & GIS/Geoinformatics/Spatial Info Tech + B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engg. | - |
| RS22 | Research Scientist | 02 | 56,100 + HRA + DA | M.Sc/M.Sc Tech/M.Tech in Geology/Applied Geology + B.Sc. in Geology with Physics/Maths. | - |
| RS23 | Research Scientist | 02 | 56,100 + HRA + DA | M.E./M.Tech in RS & GIS/Geoinformatics + B.E./B.Tech in any branch of Engineering. | 01 post at RRSC-North, New Delhi |
| RS24 | Research Scientist | 01 | 56,100 + HRA + DA | M.E./M.Tech in CSE/IT + B.E./B.Tech in CSE/IT. | - |
| RS25 | Research Scientist | 01 | 56,100 + HRA + DA | M.E./M.Tech in Data Science & Analytics/Computer Vision/AI/ML + B.E./B.Tech in any branch of Engineering. | - |
| PAI-06 | Project Associate-I | 03 | 31,000 + HRA | B.E./B.Tech in CSE/IT. | - |
| PAII-02 | Project Associate-II | 01 | 35,000 + HRA | B.E./B.Tech in CSE/IT + 2 years R&D experience. | RRSC-North, New Delhi |
| PAII-03 | Project Associate-II | 01 | 35,000 + HRA | B.E./B.Tech in Geoinformatics OR M.Sc. in Geoinformatics/RS & GIS + 2 years R&D experience. | RRSC-North, New Delhi |
| PSB03 | Project Scientist-B | 01 | 56,000 + HRA | M.Sc/M.Sc Tech/M.Tech in Geology/Applied Geology + B.Sc. in Geology with Physics/Maths. | - |
| PSB04 | Project Scientist-B | 01 | 56,000 + HRA | M.Sc. in RS & GIS/Geoinformatics OR B.E./B.Tech in Geoinformatics. | - |
| PSB05 | Project Scientist-B | 05 | 56,000 + HRA | B.E./B.Tech in CSE/IT. | - |
| PSB06 | Project Scientist-B | 01 | 56,000 + HRA | M.Sc. in RS & GIS/Geoinformatics/Environmental Sciences/Agriculture + 4-year B.Sc. in Agriculture/Life Sciences. | - |
| PSI-06 | Project Scientist-I | 02 | 56,000 + HRA | M.E./M.Tech in CSE/IT + B.E./B.Tech in CSE/IT. | - |
| JRF30 | Junior Research Fellow | 09 | 37,000 + HRA | Master's in Physics/Atmospheric Science/Meteorology/Earth System Science/Climate Science/Geophysics/RS & GIS/Geoinformatics. Must have GATE/CSIR-UGC NET or equivalent national-level qualification. | - |
| JRF31 | Junior Research Fellow | 06 | 37,000 + HRA | Master's in Physics/Oceanography/Ocean Science/Marine Science/Earth System Science/Geophysics/RS & GIS/Geoinformatics/Applied Geophysics. Must have GATE/CSIR-UGC NET or equivalent national-level qualification. | - |
| JRF32 | Junior Research Fellow | 01 | 37,000 + HRA | M.Sc. in Agrometeorology + B.Sc. in Agriculture (4 years). Must have GATE/CSIR-UGC NET or equivalent national-level qualification. | RRSC-South, Bengaluru |
| JRF33 | Junior Research Fellow | 01 | 37,000 + HRA | M.E./M.Tech in RS & GIS + B.E./B.Tech in CSE/Geoinformatics OR M.Sc. in Agriculture (Agronomy/Agrometeorology/Crop Physiology/Agri-Physics) + B.Sc. Agriculture. Must have GATE/CSIR-UGC NET or equivalent national-level qualification. | RRSC-South, Bengaluru |
| JRF34 | Junior Research Fellow | 01 | 37,000 + HRA | M.Sc. in Agriculture/Horticulture + B.Sc. in Agriculture/Horticulture (4 years). Must have GATE/CSIR-UGC NET or equivalent national-level qualification. | RRSC-South, Bengaluru |
| JRF35 | Junior Research Fellow | 01 | 37,000 + HRA | B.E./B.Tech in CSE/Data Science/AI OR M.Sc. in CS/Data Science. Must have GATE/CSIR-UGC NET or equivalent national-level qualification. | RRSC-South, Bengaluru |
Academic Eligibility Criteria (Minimum Marks)
| Degree | Minimum Marks (Aggregate) | CGPA (on 10-point scale) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.E. / M.Tech | 60% | 6.5 | AICTE/UGC recognized degrees only |
| M.Sc. / M.Sc Tech | 65% | 6.84 | - |
| B.E. / B.Tech | 65% | 6.84 | ODL (Open and Distance Learning) courses are not eligible |
| B.Sc. | 60% | 6.5 | - |
Upper Age Limit (as on closing date)
| Post Category | UR / EWS | OBC | SC / ST |
|---|---|---|---|
| JRF / RS (M.Sc based) | 28 years | 31 years | 33 years |
| RS (M.Tech based) | 30 years | 33 years | 35 years |
| Project Associate / Project Scientist | 35 years | 38 years | 40 years |
Educational Qualification & Experience:Varies by post. Requires specific degrees in Engineering, Science, or Technology with minimum marks as specified. JRF posts require GATE/CSIR-UGC NET or equivalent national-level qualification. Experience is required for Project Associate-II posts.
Skills:Remote sensing, GIS, geoinformatics, programming (Python, C++, Java), AI/ML, data science, hydrology, geology, oceanography, atmospheric science.
Age Limit:Varies by post and category as detailed in the table above. Ex-servicemen and PwBD are eligible for age relaxation as per Government of India orders.
Salary (per month): Ranges from ₹31,000 + HRA (Project Associate-I) to ₹56,100 + HRA + DA (Research Scientist), with other posts in between as detailed in the vacancy table.
Selection Procedure:
- Online Application
- Screening/Shortlisting: Based on eligibility criteria and qualifications. NRSC reserves the right to fix additional criteria for shortlisting.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. Call letters will be sent via email only.
Application Fee: ₹250 per application (non-refundable). Fee is refundable for Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-servicemen candidates who appear for the interview. Payment must be made online through the Bharatkosh gateway.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Candidates who wish to apply for the NRSC recruitment must follow the online application process below.
- Visit Official Portal: Go to https://apps.nrsc.gov.in/eRecruitment_NRSC/.
- Register: Register on the eRecruitment portal.
- Fill Application: Fill the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and experience details.
- Pay Fee: Pay the application fee of ₹250 (if applicable) through the Bharatkosh payment gateway.
- Submit: After successful payment, log in again and submit the final application.
- Download Confirmation: Download the personalised registration confirmation form with the registration number and post code for future reference.
Important: The last date for online registration is 21st August 2026 (5:00 PM IST). The last date for fee payment is also the same as the application deadline.
📅 Important Dates
Date of Issue: 1st August 2026
Opening Date for Registration: 1st August 2026 (10:00 Hrs IST)
Closing Date for Registration: 21st August 2026 (17:00 Hrs IST)
Official Notification (PDF): Download Official Notification (PDF)
Apply Online: https://apps.nrsc.gov.in/eRecruitment_NRSC/
Official Website: https://www.nrsc.gov.in
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Eligibility: Carefully check the specific educational qualifications, minimum marks, and age limits for the post code you are applying for. JRF posts have additional national-level exam requirements.
- Application Mode: Applications are accepted only online through the NRSC eRecruitment portal.
- Application Fee: Pay the fee online. Ensure payment is completed before the deadline. Fee is refundable for Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-servicemen candidates who appear for the interview.
- Document Upload: Upload all required documents (photograph, signature, certificates, etc.) in the prescribed format.
- Deadline: The closing date is 21st August 2026 (5:00 PM). No extension is given for fee payment.
- Shortlisting: Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview call. NRSC will screen applications and may fix additional criteria.
- Contractual Nature: These are temporary research positions. Selected candidates will be posted at Hyderabad or other NRSC campuses (Delhi, Bengaluru, Nagpur, Kolkata, Jodhpur) as per requirement.
- Medical Benefits: Positions are eligible for medical benefits for self as per NRSC/ISRO rules. Other benefits admissible to regular employees are not applicable.