The National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has officially released the ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026 Notification for various Research Scientist (RS), Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Project Scientist, and Project Associate posts. Candidates with qualifications in Engineering, Science, Agriculture, Computer Science, and related disciplines can apply online through the official website within the prescribed dates.
ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), ISRO |
| Advertisement | NRSC-RMT-2-2026 |
| Posts | Research Scientist, Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Project Scientist & Project Associate |
| Total Vacancies | 48 |
| Application Mode | Online |
ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Research Scientist | 14 |
| Project Associate-I | 3 |
| Project Associate-II | 2 |
| Project Scientist-B | 8 |
| Project Scientist-I | 2 |
| Junior Research Fellow | 19 |
ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
| Research Scientist | M.Tech / M.E. or M.Sc. in the relevant discipline with the required minimum marks |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | M.Tech / M.E. / M.Sc. / B.E. / B.Tech in the relevant discipline with a valid GATE/NET or equivalent qualification (where applicable) |
| Project Scientist | B.E./B.Tech / M.Tech / M.Sc. in the relevant discipline |
| Project Associate | B.E./B.Tech / M.Sc. in the relevant discipline |
Minimum Marks Required
| Qualification | Minimum Marks |
| M.E. / M.Tech | 60% or CGPA 6.5 |
| B.E. / B.Tech | 65% or CGPA 6.84 |
| M.Sc. | 65% or CGPA 6.84 |
| B.Sc. | 60% or CGPA 6.5 |
Age Limit
| Post | UR/EWS | OBC | SC/ST |
| Junior Research Fellow | 28 Years | 31 Years | 33 Years |
| Research Scientist (M.Sc.) | 28 Years | 31 Years | 33 Years |
| Research Scientist (M.Tech.) | 30 Years | 33 Years | 35 Years |
| Project Associate / Project Scientist | 35 Years | 38 Years | 40 Years |
Age relaxation for PwBD and Ex-Servicemen will be applicable as per Government of India rules.
ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
| Post | Monthly Salary |
| Research Scientist | ₹56,100 + DA + HRA |
| Project Scientist-I | ₹56,000 + HRA |
| Project Scientist-B | ₹56,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-I | ₹31,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-II | ₹35,000 + HRA |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | ₹37,000 + HRA (Upgradable to ₹42,000 as SRF) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| All Candidates | ₹250 |
| Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Fee refunded after fulfilling eligibility and participating in the selection process |
Important links
| Official website link | Click here |
| Official notification link | Click here |
Important Dates
| Online Application Starts | 01 August 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 August 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 21 August 2026 |
| Interview | To be notified later |
ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process includes the following stages:
- Application Screening
- Shortlisting of Candidates
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview.
How to Apply
- Visit the official NRSC website.
- Open the ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Complete the online registration process.
- Fill in the application form with accurate details.
- Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the application form before the last date.
- Download and save the registration confirmation for future reference.
FAQs on ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026
How many vacancies are available under ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026?
A total of 39 vacancies have been announced for various Research Scientist, JRF, Project Scientist, and Project Associate posts.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is 21 August 2026.
How much is the application fee?
Candidates need to pay ₹250. The fee is refundable for Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates who satisfy the eligibility criteria and participate in the selection process.
What is the salary of a Research Scientist in ISRO NRSC?
The salary of a Research Scientist is ₹56,100 per month plus DA and HRA as per Government of India norms.
What is the selection process?
The Selection process includes application screening, shortlisting, personal interview, document verification, and final merit.
