The National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), one of the primary centres of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space, Government of India, located at Balanagar, Hyderabad, has released Advertisement No. NRSC/RMT/1/2026 dated 01.08.2026 inviting online applications for 48 Temporary Research Personnel positions across 20 post codes covering Research Scientist (RS), Project Associate-I (PAI), Project Associate-II (PAII), Project Scientist-B (PSB), Project Scientist-I (PSI), and Junior Research Fellow (JRF). All positions are project-based and purely temporary, for one year, extendable up to five years for JRF and RS posts. Applications are open online only from 01 August 2026 (10:00 hrs) to 21 August 2026 (17:00 hrs) at nrsc.gov.in/Career_Apply. The application fee is Rs. 250 (refundable for Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen on participation in the interview).
Important Note: Four conditions in this notification are routinely missed. First, only passed-out candidates are eligible – those awaiting final results must not apply. Second, percentage rounding is not allowed – enter marks to the nearest two decimal points (e.g. 64.99% does not meet the 65% threshold). Third, candidates who completed B.Tech or M.Tech through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) are not eligible. Fourth, for JRF post codes JRF30 to JRF35, candidates must hold a postgraduate degree obtained through a process described via CSIR-UGC NET (including lectureship) or GATE, or national-level examinations conducted by DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, or IISER, with a valid score card in the relevant discipline. These positions carry no claim or right to regular appointment in NRSC, ISRO or the Department of Space.
ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), ISRO, Department of Space, Government of India |
| Headquarters | Balanagar, Hyderabad – 500 037 |
| Advertisement No. | NRSC/RMT/1/2026 |
| Notification Date | 01.08.2026 |
| Positions | Research Scientist, Project Associate-I, Project Associate-II, Project Scientist-B, Project Scientist-I, Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Total Post Codes | 20 |
| Total Posts | 48 (provisional; NRSC does not state one grand total – computed from post-code-wise numbers) |
| Nature | Temporary, project-based |
| Tenure | 1 year, extendable up to 5 years for JRF and RS; co-terminus with the project |
| Primary Job Location | Hyderabad and Shadnagar (Rangareddy District) |
| Other Possible Locations | RRSCs at Delhi, Bengaluru, Nagpur, Kolkata and Jodhpur; anywhere in India under DOS/ISRO |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Window | 01.08.2026 (10:00 hrs) to 21.08.2026 (17:00 hrs) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 21.08.2026 (same as closing date; not extendable) |
| Application Fee | Rs. 250 per application (refundable for Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen on interview participation) |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 21.08.2026 |
| Selection Process | Screening of applications + Interview (no written test) |
| Official Website | nrsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 01 August 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 01 August 2026, 10:00 hrs |
| Online Application Closes | 21 August 2026, 17:00 hrs |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 21 August 2026 (no extension) |
| Eligibility Reckoning Date | 21 August 2026 |
| Interview Date | To be communicated by email to shortlisted candidates; shortlist also placed on nrsc.gov.in |
Vacancy Details – Post Code-wise
Research Scientist (RS)
| Post Code | Posts | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| RS20 | 3 | M.E./M.Tech in Civil Engineering with specialisation in Water Resources / Hydrology / Irrigation Water Management with B.E./B.Tech in Civil or Agriculture Engineering |
| RS21 | 5 | M.E./M.Tech in Remote Sensing & GIS / Geoinformatics / Spatial Information Technology with B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering |
| RS22 | 2 | M.Sc / M.Sc Tech / M.Tech in Geology / Applied Geology with B.Sc in Geology with Physics/Mathematics as compulsory subjects |
| RS23 | 2 (1 post at RRSC-North, New Delhi) | M.E./M.Tech in Remote Sensing & GIS / Geoinformatics with B.E./B.Tech in any branch of Engineering |
| RS24 | 1 | M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering / IT with B.E./B.Tech in the same discipline |
| RS25 | 1 | M.E./M.Tech in Data Science & Analytics / Computer Vision / AI / Machine Learning with B.E./B.Tech in any branch of Engineering |
Project Associate and Project Scientist
| Post Code | Position | Posts | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAI-06 | Project Associate-I | 3 | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering / IT |
| PAII-02 | Project Associate-II | 1 (RRSC-North, New Delhi) | B.E./B.Tech in CS&E/IT + 2 years R&D experience |
| PAII-03 | Project Associate-II | 1 (RRSC-North, New Delhi) | B.E./B.Tech in Geoinformatics OR M.Sc in Geoinformatics / RS&GIS with B.Sc Physics/Mathematics + 2 years R&D experience |
| PSB03 | Project Scientist-B | 1 | M.Sc/M.Sc Tech/M.Tech in Geology / Applied Geology with B.Sc in Geology with Physics/Mathematics |
| PSB04 | Project Scientist-B | 1 | M.Sc in RS & GIS / Geoinformatics / Geospatial Technology with B.Sc Physics/Mathematics/Geology OR B.E./B.Tech in Geoinformatics |
| PSB05 | Project Scientist-B | 5 | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering / IT |
| PSB06 | Project Scientist-B | 1 | M.Sc in RS/GIS/Geoinformatics/Environmental Sciences/Agriculture (with specified specialisations) with 4-year B.Sc in Agriculture/Life Sciences/Physical Sciences |
| PSI-06 | Project Scientist-I | 2 | M.E./M.Tech in CS&E/IT with B.E./B.Tech in CS&E/IT |
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
| Post Code | Posts | Essential Qualification | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| JRF30 | 9 | Master’s degree in Physics / Atmospheric Science / Meteorology / Earth System Science / Climate Science / Geophysics / RS&GIS / Geoinformatics | Valid CSIR-UGC NET or GATE or equivalent score |
| JRF31 | 6 | Master’s degree in Physics / Oceanography / Ocean Science / Marine Science / Earth System Science / Geophysics / RS&GIS / Geoinformatics / Applied Geophysics | Valid CSIR-UGC NET or GATE or equivalent score |
| JRF32 | 1 (RRSC-South, Bengaluru) | M.Sc in Agrometeorology with 4-year B.Sc in Agriculture | Valid CSIR-UGC NET or GATE or equivalent score |
| JRF33 | 1 (RRSC-South, Bengaluru) | M.E./M.Tech in RS&GIS with B.E./B.Tech in CS&E/Geoinformatics OR M.Sc in Agriculture (Agronomy/Agrometeorology/Crop Physiology/Agri-Physics) with 4-year B.Sc in Agriculture | Valid CSIR-UGC NET or GATE or equivalent score |
| JRF34 | 1 (RRSC-South, Bengaluru) | M.Sc in Agriculture / Horticulture with 4-year B.Sc in Agriculture / Horticulture | Valid CSIR-UGC NET or GATE or equivalent score |
| JRF35 | 1 (RRSC-South, Bengaluru) | B.E./B.Tech in CS&E / Data Science / AI OR M.Sc in Computer Science / Data Science | Valid CSIR-UGC NET or GATE or equivalent score |
Note: Post codes PAII-02, PAII-03 are earmarked for RRSC-North, New Delhi. Post codes JRF32, JRF33, JRF34, JRF35 are earmarked for RRSC-South, Bengaluru.
Projects Against Each Post Code (Indicative)
| Post Code | Research Project(s) |
|---|---|
| RS20 | Glacial Lake Monitoring and GLOF Hazard Assessment – Tapovan & Pipalkoti HEP, and Indian Himalayan Region |
| RS21 | Tapovan & Pipalkoti Landslide/GLOF; Land Cover and Land Use Monitoring (NNRMS); Glacial Lake Monitoring, Himalayan Region |
| RS22 | Tapovan & Pipalkoti Landslide/GLOF; Satellite-based Mapping of CIL Mining Activities in a Geospatial Dashboard |
| RS23 | Tapovan & Pipalkoti Landslide/GLOF; CIL Mining Monitoring Geospatial Dashboard |
| RS24 | National Database for Emergency Management (DMSG) |
| RS25 | Active Forest Fire Monitoring and Long Duration Fire Analysis |
| PAI-06 / PSI-06 | Development of Ground Station Automation Software |
| PAII-02 / PAII-03 | Spatial Decision Support System for Encroachment Monitoring using GeoAI |
| PSB03 / PSB04 | Vulnerability of Coastal Aquifer towards Groundwater Abstraction and Climate Change |
| PSB05 | CIL Mining Monitoring Dashboard; STRESS-MAP (Multi-sensor Analysis at Parcel Level); Crop Residue Burnt Area Assessment |
| PSB06 | Crop Residue Burnt Area Assessment |
| JRF30 | NICES projects: Agricultural Residue Burnt Air Pollution; Lightning Detection Sensor Network; Precipitation ECV; NPP/NEP Products; Upper Tropospheric Humidity; Land Surface Temperature; Column Water Vapour ECV; Himalayan Cryosphere Climate Assessment |
| JRF31 | NICES projects: Ocean Surface Nitrate, pCO2 & DIC; INSAT-3D SST; Sea Level Analysis; Ocean Surface Heat Flux; High-Resolution Climate Quality Wind Product; Global Ocean Surface Current ECV |
| JRF32 | NICES Land Applications – Climate Change Impact on Coffee Plantations |
| JRF33 | Carbon and Water Use Efficiency in Commercial Agriculture Crops (Eddy Covariance + Remote Sensing) |
| JRF34 | Integrated Geospatial Approach for Characterisation of Grapevine Orchards |
| JRF35 | Distributed Deep Learning Platform for Large Area Assessment of Horticulture Plantation Crops |
Educational Qualification – Minimum Percentage Requirements
| Degree Level | Minimum Aggregate | Equivalent CGPA (10-point scale) |
|---|---|---|
| M.E./M.Tech | 60% | 6.5 |
| M.Sc / M.Sc Tech | 65% (average of all semesters) | 6.84 |
| B.E./B.Tech | 65% (average of all semesters) | 6.84 |
| B.Sc | 60% | 6.5 |
All degrees must be recognised by AICTE/UGC or an organisation authorised by the Government of India, and must have been completed within the stipulated duration prescribed by the university. Rounding of percentage or CGPA is not allowed. Candidates who completed B.Tech/M.Tech through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) are not eligible.
Age Limit (as on 21 August 2026)
| Position | UR / EWS | OBC | SC / ST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 28 years | 31 years | 33 years |
| Research Scientist (M.Sc based) | 28 years | 31 years | 33 years |
| Research Scientist (M.Tech based) | 30 years | 33 years | 35 years |
| Project Associate-I, II / Project Scientist-B / Project Scientist-I | 35 years | 38 years | 40 years |
Ex-Servicemen and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are eligible for upper age relaxation as per Government of India orders, on submission of relevant certificates issued by competent authorities.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refundable? |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 250 per application | No |
| Women | Rs. 250 per application | Yes, if eligibility is met and candidate appears for interview |
| SC / ST | Rs. 250 per application | Yes, if eligibility is met and candidate appears for interview |
| PwBD | Rs. 250 per application | Yes, if eligibility is met and candidate appears for interview |
| Ex-Servicemen | Rs. 250 per application | Yes, if eligibility is met and candidate appears for interview |
| Payment Mode | Online only via Bharatkosh gateway | – |
Refunds are made only to the bank account details submitted in the application. Incorrect bank details are the candidate’s responsibility. No refund if the candidate does not appear for the interview. Service charges of the payment platform are borne by the applicant.
Emoluments
| Position | Post Code | Monthly Emoluments |
|---|---|---|
| Research Scientist | RS20 to RS25 | Rs. 56,100 + HRA + DA (as per GoI norms) |
| Project Associate-I | PAI-06 | Rs. 31,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-II | PAII-02, PAII-03 | Rs. 35,000 + HRA |
| Project Scientist-I | PSI-06 | Rs. 56,000 + HRA |
| Project Scientist-B | PSB03 to PSB06 | Rs. 56,000 + 5% increment every two years (subject to performance review) + HRA |
| Junior Research Fellow | JRF30 to JRF35 | Rs. 37,000 (upgradeable to Rs. 42,000 as SRF after 2 years on successful performance review) + HRA |
HRA is paid at prescribed rates if accommodation is not provided at the place of posting. Female candidates are eligible for maternity leave as per GoI instructions. Selected candidates are eligible for medical benefits for self as per NRSC/ISRO rules. No other benefits or concessions admissible to regular employees are payable.
Selection Process
- Meeting the minimum qualification does not automatically entitle a candidate to an interview. NRSC reserves the right to screen applications and fix additional shortlisting criteria.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for a Personal Interview before a Selection Committee. Call letters are sent by email only.
- The shortlist is placed on the NRSC website.
- Documents uploaded during application are verified at the interview. Admission to the interview does not guarantee selection.
- No written examination is specified.
Tenure
All positions are purely temporary for one year (subject to the project’s validity), extendable based on performance in periodic review or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier – up to a maximum of five years for JRF and Research Scientist posts. Positions approved for a specific project cannot be adjusted against any other project. Selected candidates have no claim or right to regular appointment in NRSC, ISRO or the Department of Space. NRSC reserves the right to terminate services at any time without notice or assigning any reason.
Required Documents (to Upload at the Time of Online Application)
- Recent colour passport-size photograph (not older than 6 months), .jpg/.jpeg, max 40 KB, 110 x 140 px
- Signature, .jpg/.jpeg, max 20 KB, 200 x 50 px
- SSC / Class X certificate (proof of date of birth)
- Intermediate / Diploma certificate
- Graduation certificate and consolidated / semester-wise mark sheets
- Post-graduation certificate and consolidated / semester-wise mark sheets
- Doctoral degree documents (PhD thesis abstract, award letter, SCI journal paper details), if applicable
- Proof of qualifying GATE / NET or equivalent test (mandatory for JRF post codes JRF30 to JRF35)
- SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen certificate, if applicable (for fee refund purposes)
How to Apply for ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official NRSC recruitment portal – Click Here
- Download and read the full official notification PDF from the ISRO website – Click Here
- Confirm your eligibility for the specific post code you wish to apply for, including the degree requirement, percentage, age, and (for JRF posts) GATE/NET score.
- Register online and note the Registration Number generated for future reference.
- Provide a correct and active email ID and mobile number – all further communication is through email and the NRSC website only.
- Upload all required documents in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 250 through the Bharatkosh payment gateway. Download the e-acknowledgement.
- After successful payment, log in again to the e-recruitment portal to complete final submission.
- Download the personalised registration confirmation form containing your name, registration number, advertisement number and post code for future reference.
- Complete the entire process on or before 21 August 2026 (17:00 hrs). The fee payment deadline is the same and is not extendable.
- Candidates intending to apply for more than one post code must submit a separate application for each.
Important Instructions
- All qualifications must be held as on 21 August 2026. Candidates awaiting final results must not apply.
- The number of vacancies is provisional and may change.
- Any corrigendum related to eligibility or post count will be notified only on the NRSC website, not in newspapers.
- Candidates called for interview must carry all original documents, including an NOC if currently employed in Central/State Government, PSU or Autonomous Body.
- If information furnished online is found incorrect at any stage, the candidature is cancelled and appointment, if made, is rendered null and void.
- Selected JRFs are encouraged to register for a PhD from a recognised university, though extra time may be needed beyond the fellowship tenure.
- Candidates with degrees from foreign universities must produce an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi.
- Only Indian nationals may apply. Canvassing in any form leads to disqualification.
- In case of ambiguity between the Hindi and English versions of the notification, the English version prevails.
- Apply well in advance of the closing date. NRSC is not responsible for failure to submit applications due to any reason before the last date.
- Beware of touts and fraudulent agents claiming to help secure NRSC/ISRO jobs. NRSC never appoints agents or coaching centres.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF – Advt. No. NRSC/RMT/1/2026 (isro.gov.in) | Click Here |
| Apply Online – NRSC e-Recruitment Portal | Click Here |
| NRSC Careers Page | Click Here |
| NRSC Official Website | Click Here |
ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many posts are available in ISRO NRSC Recruitment 2026?
✅ 48 posts (provisional) across 20 post codes, covering Research Scientist (14), Project Associate-I (3), Project Associate-II (2), Project Scientist-B (8), Project Scientist-I (2), and Junior Research Fellow (19). NRSC has not stated a single grand total; the figure of 48 is arrived at by adding all post-code-wise numbers in the notification.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
✅ 21 August 2026 at 17:00 hrs. This is also the last date for fee payment. No extension is given for fee payment.
Q3. Are these permanent ISRO jobs?
✅ No. All positions are purely temporary and project-based, for one year, extendable up to five years for JRF and Research Scientist posts. Selected candidates have no claim or right to regular appointment in NRSC, ISRO or the Department of Space.
Q4. I am a final-year student. Can I apply?
✅ No. Only passed-out candidates are eligible. Candidates awaiting their final results must not apply.
Q5. What is the minimum percentage required for B.E./B.Tech candidates?
✅ 65% aggregate (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI of 6.84 on a 10-point scale. Rounding is not permitted – 64.99% does not meet the threshold.
Q6. Do JRF applicants need GATE or NET scores?
✅ Yes. For post codes JRF30 to JRF35, candidates must hold a postgraduate degree obtained through a process described via CSIR-UGC NET (including lectureship) or GATE, or national-level examinations by DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc or IISER, with a valid score card in the relevant discipline.
Q7. What is the application fee, and is it refundable?
✅ Rs. 250 per application, payable online via Bharatkosh. It is refundable for Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates who satisfy eligibility and appear for the interview. For others it is non-refundable.
Q8. What is the salary for a Research Scientist at NRSC?
✅ Rs. 56,100 per month plus HRA (if accommodation not provided) and DA as per Government of India norms.
Q9. Can I apply for more than one post code?
✅ Yes, but you must submit a separate online application for each post code, along with a separate fee payment of Rs. 250 per application.
Q10. Where will selected candidates be posted?
✅ Primarily at NRSC’s Hyderabad and Shadnagar (Rangareddy District) campuses. Some posts are earmarked for RRSC-North (New Delhi) or RRSC-South (Bengaluru). Candidates may also be required to serve at other RRSC campuses (Nagpur, Kolkata, Jodhpur) or anywhere in India under the Department of Space/ISRO.
Disclaimer
The information above is compiled directly from Advertisement No. NRSC/RMT/1/2026 dated 01.08.2026, issued by the National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), ISRO, Department of Space, Government of India, and hosted on the official ISRO website at isro.gov.in. The vacancy numbers are provisional as stated in the notification. Any corrigendum will be published only on the NRSC website. Candidates are strongly advised to download and read the complete official notification and apply directly through the official NRSC portal. All links above lead only to official ISRO and NRSC government websites.
