NRSC Recruitment 2025: Research Scientist, Project Scientist, Project Associate, JRF

Advt. No. NRSC-RMT-2-2025
The National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), under the Department of Space, Government of India, invites online applications for temporary positions including Research Scientist, Project Scientist-I, Project Scientist-B, Project Associate-I, and Junior Research Fellow (JRF). NRSC, a key ISRO centre, seeks candidates to contribute to advanced remote sensing and geospatial technology projects.

Important Dates

• Start Date for Online Registration: 21/06/2025, 10:00 AM IST
• Last Date for Online Registration: 11/07/2025, 5:00 PM IST

Post Details

• Total Vacancies: 35 (provisional)
• Positions and Pay:
  • Research Scientist (RS17 to RS19): Rs. 56,100 + HRA + DA (as per GoI norms)
  • Project Scientist-I (PS04, PS05): Rs. 56,000 + HRA
  • Project Scientist-B (PSB02): Rs. 56,000 + 5% increment every 2 years (subject to performance review) + HRA
  • Project Associate-I (PAI-04, PAI-05): Rs. 31,000 + HRA
  • Junior Research Fellow (JRF25 to JRF28): Rs. 37,000 (up to Rs. 42,000 as SRF after 2 years, subject to review) + HRA
• Tenure: Temporary, for one year (extendable based on performance/project validity)
• Place of Posting: Hyderabad, Shadnagar (Rangareddy District), or other NRSC campuses (Delhi, Bengaluru, Nagpur, Kolkata, Jodhpur) as needed. May involve posting anywhere in India under ISRO/Department of Space.
• Upper Age Limit: Not specified in document (assumed per GoI norms; relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/ESM as applicable)

Vacancy Breakdown by Post Code

• RS17: Research Scientist
  • Posts: 2
  • Qualifications: Not specified in provided pages (likely M.Tech/B.Tech/M.Sc in relevant fields per NRSC norms)
• RS18: Research Scientist
  • Posts: 1
  • Qualifications: Not specified in provided pages
• RS19: Research Scientist
  • Posts: 1
  • Qualifications: Not specified in provided pages
• PS04: Project Scientist-I
  • Posts: 1
  • Qualifications: Doctoral degree/M.Tech in Meteorological Science, Climate Science, Earth Science, Climate Modeling, Earth System Modeling, Land Surface Modeling, or equivalent
• PS05: Project Scientist-I
  • Posts: 1
  • Qualifications: Doctoral degree/M.Tech in Meteorological Science, Climate Science, Earth Science, Climate Modeling, Earth System Modeling, Land Surface Modeling, or equivalent
• PSB02: Project Scientist-B
  • Posts: 1
  • Qualifications: Not specified in provided pages
• PAI-04: Project Associate-I
  • Posts: 9
  • Qualifications: Not specified in provided pages
• PAI-05: Project Associate-I
  • Posts: 1
  • Qualifications: Not specified in provided pages
• JRF25: Junior Research Fellow
  • Posts: 6
  • Qualifications: M.Sc in Remote Sensing, GIS, Geo-informatics, Geomatics, Geospatial Technology, Spatial Information Technology, or equivalent + valid CSIR-UGC NET/GATE or equivalent national exam score
• JRF26: Junior Research Fellow
  • Posts: 8
  • Qualifications: M.Sc in Remote Sensing, GIS, Geo-informatics, Geomatics, Geospatial Technology, Spatial Information Technology, or equivalent + valid CSIR-UGC NET/GATE or equivalent national exam score
• JRF27: Junior Research Fellow
  • Posts: 1
  • Qualifications: M.Sc in Remote Sensing, GIS, Geo-informatics, Geomatics, Geospatial Technology, Spatial Information Technology, or equivalent + valid CSIR-UGC NET/GATE or equivalent national exam score
• JRF28: Junior Research Fellow
  • Posts: 2
  • Qualifications: M.Sc in Remote Sensing, GIS, Geo-informatics, Geomatics, Geospatial Technology, Spatial Information Technology, or equivalent + valid CSIR-UGC NET/GATE or equivalent national exam score

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualifications

• Research Scientist (RS17-RS19): Likely M.Tech/B.Tech/M.Sc (specifics unavailable in provided pages; check NRSC website)
• Project Scientist-I (PS04, PS05): Doctoral degree/M.Tech in Meteorological Science, Climate Science, Earth Science, Climate Modeling, Earth System Modeling, Land Surface Modeling, or equivalent (min. 60% or CGPA 6.5/10)
• Project Scientist-B (PSB02): Not specified (likely M.Tech/M.Sc per NRSC norms)
• Project Associate-I (PAI-04, PAI-05): Not specified (likely M.Sc/B.Tech/B.Sc per NRSC norms)
• Junior Research Fellow (JRF25-JRF28): M.Sc in Remote Sensing, GIS, Geo-informatics, Geomatics, Geospatial Technology, Spatial Information Technology, or equivalent (min. 65% or CGPA 6.84/10) + valid CSIR-UGC NET (including Lectureship/Assistant Professorship), GATE, or equivalent national exam conducted by DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, etc.
• General Requirements:
  • Degrees must be from AICTE/UGC-recognized institutions or authorized GoI bodies.
  • Qualifications must be completed within the stipulated course duration.
  • Dual/Integrated degrees: CGPA/Percentage for graduation and post-graduation evaluated separately for eligibility.
  • B.Tech/M.Tech via Open and Distance Learning (ODL) not eligible.
  • Only passed-out candidates eligible; those awaiting results cannot apply.

Age Limit

• Not specified in document (assumed per GoI norms).
• Relaxations: Likely for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10 years; 15 for SC/ST, 13 for OBC), ESM (as per service), and others per GoI rules.

Other Conditions

• Candidates must be Indian nationals.
• Qualifications must be valid as of 11/07/2025.
• Candidates must produce original certificates (educational, caste/category, ESM, PwBD) when called for verification.

Selection Process

• Screening: Applications screened based on eligibility criteria.
• Interview: Shortlisted candidates called for interview (notified via email; list posted on NRSC website).
• Document Verification: Original documents verified before interview.
• No Correspondence: NRSC will not entertain queries regarding shortlisting.

Application Process

How to Apply

• Apply online only via https://www.nrsc.gov.in/Career_Apply.
• Steps:
  1. Register on the NRSC e-recruitment portal.
  2. Fill application form and upload documents.
  3. Pay application fee via BHARATKOSH payment gateway.
  4. Submit application after successful payment (download e-acknowledgment).
• Separate applications and fees required for each post code.

Application Fee

• Rs. 250/- per post code (non-refundable) via BHARATKOSH.
• Refundable: For Women, SC/ST, PwBD, and ESM candidates (subject to eligibility and participation in selection process).
• Non-Acceptable Modes: Cash, cheque, draft, money order, IPO, etc.
• Note: Fee payment deadline is 11/07/2025 (no extensions).

Documents to Upload

• Clear, identifiable passport-size photograph and legible signature.
• Educational qualification certificates/mark sheets.
• Proof of Date of Birth (e.g., SSC certificate).
• SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/ESM certificate (if applicable).
• NOC for candidates employed in GoI/PSU/Autonomous Bodies.
• Valid CSIR-UGC NET/GATE scorecard (for JRF posts).
• Format: Upload as per NRSC portal requirements; keep documents ready to avoid issues.

Important Notes

• Incomplete applications (missing photo, signature, certificates, etc.) will be rejected.
• Multiple applications for the same post: Only the latest application before the deadline is considered.
• Candidates must join immediately upon selection, subject to medical fitness.
• TA for interview: Sleeper class rail fare or non-AC bus fare (shortest route) for outstation candidates, post-document verification.
• Canvassing in any form leads to disqualification.
• Hindi version ambiguities resolved by English version.
• Corrigenda (if any) posted only on NRSC website.

Other Benefits

• HRA: Provided at prescribed rates if accommodation not provided.
• Medical Benefits: For self, as per NRSC/ISRO rules.
• Maternity Leave: Eligible for female candidates per GoI rules.
• Note: Candidates not entitled to regular employee benefits; provisions subject to change per GoI policy.

Work Environment

• NRSC offers a high-tech environment for personal and professional growth.
• Access to well-equipped library with international journals and publications.
• Contribution to nation-building through advanced remote sensing and geospatial projects.

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