ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 48 Research Scientist, Project Associate and More Posts

ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026 — 48 Research Posts Across Remote Sensing, GIS & Engineering

ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026 — Important Dates & Application Fee

Application Window: 1 August to 21 August 2026 — Only 21 Days

So the application window is quite short — only 21 days. It opens on 1 August 2026 at 10:00 hrs and closes on 21 August 2026 at 17:00 hrs. That is the closing time — not midnight. So don't wait until the last evening. And the last date for fee payment is the same — 21 August 2026. There is no extension for fee payment. One important tip: apply well before the closing date. The NRSC portal might slow down or crash near the deadline, and you don't want to miss out because of a technical glitch. Also, note that the eligibility cut-off date is the same as the closing date — 21 August 2026. So your age, qualification, and experience must be满足 as on that date.

Tip: Apply at least 3-4 days before the deadline. Keep all documents ready before starting — photograph (max 40KB), signature (max 20KB), and educational certificates.

Application Fee — Rs. 250, Fully Refundable for Women & Reserved Categories

The application fee is Rs. 250 per application. It is non-refundable for General/OBC candidates. But here is the good part — for Women, SC/ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates, the fee is fully refunded if you appear for the interview. The refund is made only to the bank account details you submit in the application. So make sure your bank details are correct. The fee is payable online only through the Bharatkosh payment gateway — no cash, cheque, draft, or IPO is accepted. And one important thing — if you are applying for multiple posts, you need to pay Rs. 250 for each application separately. So plan your applications carefully.

ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026 — Vacancy Details & Eligibility

48 Posts Across 6 Position Categories — 20 Distinct Post Codes

So there are 48 vacancies spread across 20 different post codes. The positions are divided into six categories — Research Scientist (14 posts), Project Associate-I (3 posts), Project Associate-II (2 posts), Project Scientist-B (8 posts), Project Scientist-I (2 posts), and Junior Research Fellow (19 posts). See, this is actually a good mix. If you have M.E./M.Tech, you can apply for Research Scientist or Project Scientist posts. If you have B.E./B.Tech, you can apply for Project Associate posts. And if you have a Master's degree with NET/GATE qualification, JRF is available. The biggest vacancy is for JRF with 19 posts across multiple research projects. Some posts are specifically earmarked for Regional Remote Sensing Centres — RRSC-North in New Delhi and RRSC-South in Bengaluru. So check the post-wise details carefully before applying.

Qualification Varies by Post Code — Check Official Notification for Exact Requirements

The qualification requirements are quite specific and vary by post code. For Research Scientist posts, you generally need M.E./M.Tech or M.Sc./M.Sc Tech in disciplines like Civil Engineering, Remote Sensing & GIS, Geology, Computer Science, or Data Science. For Project Associate posts, B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline is sufficient. For Project Scientist posts, either M.Sc. or B.E./B.Tech depending on the post code. And for JRF posts, you need a Master's degree plus NET/GATE qualification. The minimum marks vary — 60% for M.E./M.Tech and B.Sc., and 65% for B.E./B.Tech and M.Sc. See, the exact qualification for each post code is given in the official notification. Don't assume — check the notification PDF carefully. And yes, only candidates who have already passed out are eligible. If you are awaiting final results, don't apply.

ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026 — Selection Process

ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026 — Salary & Job Profile

Salary Ranges from Rs. 31,000 to Rs. 56,100 — Plus HRA

So the salary depends on which position you get selected into. Research Scientists get the highest pay — Rs. 56,100 plus HRA and DA as per Government of India norms. Project Scientist-B and Project Scientist-I get Rs. 56,000 plus HRA, with a 5% increment every two years for Project Scientist-B. Project Associate-II gets Rs. 35,000 plus HRA, and Project Associate-I gets Rs. 31,000 plus HRA. For JRFs, the fellowship is Rs. 37,000 plus HRA, which can increase to Rs. 42,000 after two years as Senior Research Fellow. See, HRA is paid at prescribed rates if accommodation is not provided at the place of posting. And female candidates are eligible for maternity leave as per Government of India rules. But remember — these are temporary positions, so you don't get pension, gratuity, or other benefits that regular ISRO employees get.

What You Will Do as a Research Personnel at NRSC

• Work on ISRO/NRSC research projects in remote sensing, GIS, and earth observation
• Analyze satellite data for various applications — agriculture, climate, oceanography, urban planning
• Develop software tools and algorithms for geo-spatial analysis
• Conduct field studies and ground truth verification
• Write research papers and present findings at conferences
• Collaborate with scientists from other ISRO centres and research institutions
• Work at NRSC Hyderabad/Shadnagar campus or Regional Remote Sensing Centres
• May be required to travel for field work or project meetings anywhere in India

And one thing — if you are a JRF, NRSC encourages you to register for a PhD from a recognised university on a relevant research topic. So this can be a good stepping stone for an academic career in remote sensing and space science.

ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026 — How to Apply

Online Application Only Through nrsc.gov.in/Career_Apply — No Offline Mode

The application process is completely online through the NRSC careers portal. You need to register first, then upload documents, pay the fee, and submit. The portal opens on 1 August 2026 at 10:00 hrs and closes on 21 August 2026 at 17:00 hrs. See, the closing time is 5 PM, not midnight. So don't wait until the evening of 21 August. One important thing — if you are applying for multiple posts, you need to submit separate applications for each post. And if you submit multiple applications for the same post, only the latest application submitted before the closing date will be considered. So be careful with multiple submissions.

How to Apply

• Step 1: Visit official website nrsc.gov.in/Career_Apply
• Step 2: Register online and note down the Registration Number generated after registration
• Step 3: Furnish correct and active email ID and mobile number — all further communication sent only via email
• Step 4: Upload required documents — photograph (max 40KB, 110x140 px), signature (max 20KB, 200x50 px), educational certificates, GATE/NET proof (for JRF), category certificates
• Step 5: Pay Rs. 250 application fee through Bharatkosh payment gateway — download e-receipt
• Step 6: Log in again after successful payment to complete final submission
• Step 7: Download personalised registration confirmation form for future reference

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