NRSC Recruitment 2026 – Apply Now, 48 Posts
NRSC Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space, under Advertisement No. NRSC/RMT/1/2026 dated 01.08.2026. A total of 48 temporary research personnel vacancies are open across Research Scientist, Project Associate, Project Scientist, and Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts, with salaries ranging up to ₹56,100 per month plus HRA & DA. The last date to apply online is 21 August 2026. This is a golden sarkari naukri opportunity for engineering, science, and agriculture graduates/postgraduates interested in space and remote sensing research — read on for complete eligibility, salary, and how to apply at agrijob.in.

Table of Contents
📋 Table of Contents
- NRSC Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
- About NRSC / ISRO
- Who Should Apply?
- Post-wise Vacancy & Qualification Details
- Eligibility / Qualification Criteria
- Salary & Emoluments
- Age Limit
- Application Fee
- Selection Process & Tenure
- Documents Required
- How to Apply Online
- Important Dates
- Important Links
- Frequently Asked Questions
NRSC Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
Here is a quick snapshot of the NRSC Recruitment 2026 official notification before we get into the full post-wise details:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), ISRO, Department of Space |
| Advertisement No. | NRSC/RMT/1/2026 dated 01.08.2026 |
| Post Names | Research Scientist, Project Associate-I/II, Project Scientist-B/I, Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Total Vacancies | 48 Posts |
| Nature of Job | Temporary, project-based research positions (1 year, extendable) |
| Salary | ₹31,000 – ₹56,100 + HRA/DA (post-wise, see details below) |
| Age Limit | 28 – 40 years (post & category-wise, see details below) |
| Application Fee | ₹250 (refundable for Women/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen) |
| Application Start Date | 1 August 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 August 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Apply Mode | Online only |
| Place of Posting | Hyderabad / Shadnagar; also Delhi, Bengaluru, Nagpur, Kolkata, Jodhpur; transferable anywhere in India under DOS/ISRO |
| Official Website | nrsc.gov.in/Career_Apply |
The NRSC Recruitment 2026 official notification was released on 1 August 2026 under Advertisement No. NRSC/RMT/1/2026. This new vacancy announcement is a golden opportunity for engineering, science, and agriculture postgraduates/graduates to work on cutting-edge satellite, remote sensing, GIS, and AI/ML research projects. Keep checking agrijob.in for the latest update on this recruitment drive.
About NRSC / ISRO
The National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), located at Balanagar, Hyderabad, is one of the primary centres of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space. NRSC holds the mandate for establishing ground stations to receive satellite data, generating data products, disseminating them to users, developing remote sensing application techniques including disaster management support, and building geospatial capacity for professionals, faculty, and students across India.
NRSC operates through multiple campuses, including Regional Remote Sensing Centres (RRSCs) at Delhi, Bengaluru, Nagpur, Kolkata, and Jodhpur, to meet the country’s national and regional remote sensing data and application needs. Selected candidates under NRSC Recruitment 2026 will get an opportunity to contribute to national-importance projects on Himalayan glacial lake monitoring, forest fire monitoring, crop residue burning assessment, coastal aquifer studies, and more.
Who Should Apply for NRSC Recruitment 2026?

This govt research job is ideal for candidates who match the following profile. Check if you qualify before applying:
- B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech graduates in Civil Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or Geoinformatics
- M.Sc/M.Sc Tech/M.Tech holders in Geology, Remote Sensing & GIS, or Applied Geophysics
- Agriculture / Horticulture graduates and postgraduates with specialization in Agrometeorology, Agronomy, or Crop Physiology
- Candidates with a Master’s degree in Physics, Atmospheric Science, Meteorology, Oceanography, or Earth System Science, qualified in CSIR-UGC NET/GATE or equivalent national-level exams
- Freshers as well as experienced candidates (2+ years of R&D experience for select Project Associate-II posts)
- Candidates interested in satellite data analysis, AI/ML, GIS programming, and remote sensing research
- Job seekers looking for a sarkari naukri in a premier Government of India space research organisation
Post-wise Vacancy & Qualification Details – 48 Posts
NRSC Recruitment 2026 has released a total of 48 vacancies across 20 post codes under four position categories. Post-wise details are summarised below:
Research Scientist (RS) – 14 Posts
| Post Code | Posts | Essential Qualification (Summary) |
|---|---|---|
| RS20 | 3 | M.E./M.Tech in Civil Engg (Water Resources/Hydrology/Irrigation Water Mgmt) with B.E./B.Tech in Civil/Agriculture Engineering |
| RS21 | 5 | M.E./M.Tech in Remote Sensing & GIS/Geoinformatics 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 & Physics/Maths |
| RS23 | 2 (1 at RRSC North, Delhi) | M.E./M.Tech in Remote Sensing & GIS/Geoinformatics with B.E./B.Tech in any Engineering branch |
| RS24 | 1 | M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science & Engg/IT with B.E./B.Tech in the same |
| RS25 | 1 | M.E./M.Tech in Data Science & Analytics/Computer Vision/AI/ML with B.E./B.Tech in any Engineering branch |
Project Associate-I & II – 5 Posts
| Post Code | Posts | Essential Qualification (Summary) |
|---|---|---|
| PAI-06 | 3 | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science & Engg/IT or Equivalent Specialization |
| PAII-02 | 1 (RRSC North, Delhi) | B.E./B.Tech in CS&E/IT + 2 years R&D experience |
| PAII-03 | 1 (RRSC North, Delhi) | B.E./B.Tech in Geoinformatics OR M.Sc in Geoinformatics/RS&GIS with B.Sc Physics/Maths + 2 years R&D experience |
Project Scientist-B & Project Scientist-I – 10 Posts
| Post Code | Posts | Essential Qualification (Summary) |
|---|---|---|
| PSB03 | 1 | M.Sc/M.Sc Tech/M.Tech in Geology/Applied Geology with B.Sc in Geology & Physics/Maths |
| PSB04 | 1 | M.Sc in RS&GIS/Geoinformatics/Geospatial Tech with B.Sc Physics/Maths/Geology, OR B.E./B.Tech in Geoinformatics |
| PSB05 | 5 | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science & Engg/IT or Equivalent Specialization |
| PSB06 | 1 | B.Sc (4-yr) in Agriculture/Life Sciences/Physical Sciences with M.Sc in RS/GIS/Geoinformatics/Environmental Science/Agriculture (Agri Physics/Agri Engg/Agrometeorology) |
| PSI-06 | 2 | M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science & Engg/IT with B.E./B.Tech in the same |
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – 19 Posts
| Post Code | Posts | Essential Qualification (Summary) |
|---|---|---|
| JRF30 | 9 | Master’s Degree in Physics/Atmospheric Science/Meteorology/Earth System Science/Climate Science/Geophysics/RS&GIS/Geoinformatics |
| JRF31 | 6 | Master’s Degree in Physics/Oceanography/Ocean Science/Marine Science/Earth System Science/Geophysics/RS&GIS/Geoinformatics/Applied Geophysics |
| JRF32 | 1 (RRSC South, Bengaluru) | M.Sc in Agrometeorology with B.Sc in Agriculture (4-yr degree course) |
| 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 Bachelor’s in Agriculture (4-yr) |
| JRF34 | 1 (RRSC South, Bengaluru) | M.Sc in Agriculture/Horticulture with B.Sc in Agriculture/Horticulture (4-yr) |
| JRF35 | 1 (RRSC South, Bengaluru) | B.E./B.Tech in CS&E/Data Science/AI, OR M.Sc in Computer Science/Data Science |
For JRF post codes 30 to 35, candidates must additionally hold a valid score card in a National Eligibility Test such as CSIR-UGC NET (including lectureship/Assistant Professorship) and GATE, or must have qualified through a national-level examination conducted by DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, or similar central government departments/agencies, in the relevant advertised discipline.
Eligibility / Qualification Criteria
In addition to the post-wise qualification, NRSC has prescribed the following minimum marks/CGPA criteria for NRSC Recruitment 2026:
- M.E./M.Tech: Aggregate minimum 60% or CGPA/CPI 6.5 on a 10-point scale
- M.Sc/M.Sc Tech: Aggregate minimum 65% (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI 6.84 on a 10-point scale
- B.E./B.Tech: Aggregate minimum 65% (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI 6.84 on a 10-point scale
- B.Sc: Minimum 60% marks or CGPA of 6.5 on a 10-point scale
All degrees must be duly recognised by AICTE/UGC or another organisation authorised by the Government of India, and must be completed within the stipulated duration prescribed by the university. Only passed-out candidates are eligible to apply — candidates awaiting their final result need not apply. Candidates who have pursued B.Tech/M.Tech through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) mode are not eligible. Rounding off of percentage/CGPA is not allowed; marks must be entered to the nearest 2 decimal points.
For candidates with Dual/Integrated Degree programmes, if the certificate mentions separate CGPA/percentage for graduation and post-graduation, both will be reckoned independently; if only a common CGPA/percentage is mentioned, the final consolidated figure will be considered for eligibility.
Salary & Emoluments
NRSC Recruitment 2026 offers competitive remuneration across all post categories, as detailed below:
| Position | Post Code | Monthly Emoluments |
|---|---|---|
| Research Scientist (RS) | RS20 – RS25 | ₹56,100 + HRA + DA (as per Govt. of India norms) |
| Project Associate-I | PAI-06 | ₹31,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-II | PAII-02 & 03 | ₹35,000 + HRA |
| Project Scientist-I | PSI-06 | ₹56,000 + HRA |
| Project Scientist-B | PSB03 – PSB06 | ₹56,000 (5% increment every 2 years, subject to performance review) + HRA |
| Junior Research Fellow | JRF30 – JRF35 | ₹37,000 (may increase to ₹42,000 as SRF after 2 years, subject to review) + HRA |
HRA will be provided at prescribed rates if accommodation is not offered at the place of posting. Female candidates are eligible for maternity leave as per Government of India instructions, and all positions are eligible for self-medical benefits as per NRSC/ISRO rules. However, selected candidates will not be entitled to any other benefits or concessions admissible to regular employees, and the above provisions may change from time to time as per government policy.

Age Limit
The age limit for NRSC Recruitment 2026 is calculated as on the last date of receipt of online applications (21 August 2026) and varies by post and category:
| Position | UR/EWS | OBC | SC/ST |
|---|---|---|---|
| JRF | 28 years | 31 years | 33 years |
| RS (M.Sc based) | 28 years | 31 years | 33 years |
| RS (M.Tech based) | 30 years | 33 years | 35 years |
| PA-I, PA-II, PS-I & PS-B | 35 years | 38 years | 40 years |
Ex-Servicemen and Benchmark Persons with Disabilities (PwBD) are eligible for upper age relaxation as per Government of India orders. SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates must submit the relevant certificate issued by competent authorities to avail the upper age relaxation.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹250 (non-refundable) |
| Women (All Categories) | ₹250 (refunded after eligibility & interview participation) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | ₹250 (refunded after eligibility & interview participation) |
| Payment Mode | Online via BHARATKOSH payment gateway only |
Cash remittance, cheque, draft, money order, or IPO payments are not accepted under NRSC Recruitment 2026 — only the BHARATKOSH online gateway is valid. The fee payment date will not be extended beyond the last date for submission of the application. Refunds are credited only to the bank account details furnished by the candidate in the application, and will not be considered if a shortlisted candidate fails to appear for the interview. Any service charges levied by the payment platform will be borne by the applicant.
Selection Process & Tenure
The updated selection process for NRSC Recruitment 2026 consists of the following stages:
- Screening / Shortlisting of applications based on eligibility criteria (NRSC may fix additional shortlisting criteria if required)
- Interview / Skill Test for screened-in candidates (call letters sent only via registered email)
- Document Verification of all original certificates at the time of interview
- Final Selection based on merit and performance in the interview
Possessing the minimum prescribed qualification does not automatically entitle a candidate to be called for interview; NRSC reserves the right to screen applications and fix shortlisting criteria as it considers necessary. No correspondence will be entertained on the issue of shortlisting, and only screened-in candidates will be contacted.
Tenure: The advertised positions are purely temporary for a period of 1 year (subject to project validity), which may be further extended based on performance in periodic review, up to a maximum of 5 years for JRF and RS posts, or co-terminus with the project — whichever is earlier. Selected candidates will have no claim or right to regular appointment in NRSC/ISRO/Department of Space, and NRSC reserves the right to terminate services at any time without notice.
Documents Required
Candidates must upload clear scanned copies of the following documents on the online portal, failing which the application will be rejected:
- Recent colour passport-size photograph (not older than 6 months, .jpg/.jpeg, max 40KB, 110×140px)
- Signature (.jpg/.jpeg format, max 20KB, 200×50px)
- 10th/SSC 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, if applicable (PhD abstract, award letter, SCI journal paper details)
- Proof of qualifying GATE/NET or equivalent exam (mandatory for JRF post codes 30–35)
- SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen certificate (for those seeking application fee refund)
How to Apply Online for NRSC Recruitment 2026
Follow these simple steps to complete your online application before the last date, 21 August 2026 (5:00 PM):
- Visit the official NRSC career portal: nrsc.gov.in/Career_Apply
- Read Advertisement No. NRSC/RMT/1/2026 carefully and identify the Post Code matching your qualification
- Register online and note down your Registration Number for future reference
- Fill in personal, educational, and category details accurately, including a valid email ID and mobile number
- Upload scanned photo, signature, and all required certificates
- Pay the ₹250 application fee via the BHARATKOSH payment gateway
- Download the e-acknowledgement/payment receipt for future reference
- Login again to the portal to finally submit the application after successful payment
- Download the personalised registration confirmation form for your records
Candidates intending to apply for more than one post must submit a separate online application for each post. Applications without photograph, signature, mark sheets, caste/category certificate, or date of birth proof will be rejected outright.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Release Date | 1 August 2026 (Advt. No. NRSC/RMT/1/2026) |
| Online Registration Opens | 1 August 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 August 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Interview Call Letters | Sent via registered email to shortlisted candidates |
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Advt. No. NRSC/RMT/1/2026 |
| Official Website (NRSC) | www.nrsc.gov.in |
| ISRO Official Website (Authority Link) | www.isro.gov.in |
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Frequently Asked Questions about NRSC Recruitment 2026
What is NRSC Recruitment 2026?
NRSC Recruitment 2026 is an official notification (Advt. No. NRSC/RMT/1/2026) released by the National Remote Sensing Centre, ISRO, for 48 temporary research personnel vacancies across Research Scientist, Project Associate, Project Scientist, and JRF posts. Eligible candidates can apply online before 21 August 2026 at nrsc.gov.in/Career_Apply.
What is the salary under NRSC Recruitment 2026?
Salary ranges from ₹31,000 for Project Associate-I to ₹56,100 for Research Scientist, plus HRA and DA as applicable. Junior Research Fellows receive ₹37,000, with a possibility of enhancement to ₹42,000 after two years as Senior Research Fellow.
What is the eligibility for NRSC Recruitment 2026?
Eligibility varies by post code and includes B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, M.Sc, or B.Sc qualifications in Engineering, Geology, Remote Sensing & GIS, Computer Science, or Agriculture-related disciplines, along with minimum marks/CGPA criteria. JRF posts additionally require a valid NET/GATE score or equivalent.
What is the last date to apply for NRSC Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online for NRSC Recruitment 2026 is 21 August 2026 (5:00 PM). Candidates should apply well in advance to avoid last-minute technical issues.
How many vacancies are there in NRSC Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 48 vacancies in NRSC Recruitment 2026, spread across 20 post codes under Research Scientist, Project Associate-I/II, Project Scientist-B/I, and Junior Research Fellow categories.
Is there an application fee for NRSC Recruitment 2026?
Yes, candidates must pay a non-refundable application fee of ₹250 via the BHARATKOSH payment gateway. However, the fee is refunded for Women, SC/ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates who meet the eligibility criteria and participate in the selection process.
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