Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E5) – URSC
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹37,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: M.E / M.Tech / M.Sc (Engg.) or equivalent postgraduate degree in Digital Electronics / VLSI / Embedded Systems or equivalent with First Class and NET/GATE.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — focus is on academic background in VLSI and Embedded Systems.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 28 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The URSC invites applications for 1 Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E5) position to work on Digital Electronics, VLSI, and Embedded Systems. This research role offers a monthly stipend of ₹37,000 and requires a postgraduate degree in Digital Electronics, Signal Processing, or VLSI. The fellow will be involved in the design, development, and testing of spacecraft testing equipment and FPGA-based embedded systems. This is an excellent opportunity for electronics engineers to work on the hardware that ensures the success of India's satellite missions.
- The role involves working with FPGA-based embedded systems and mixed-signal circuit design for spacecraft.
- Candidates must be under 28 years of age as of July 11, 2026, with standard category-wise relaxations.
- A valid GATE or CSIR-UGC NET score is an essential requirement for eligibility.
- The selection process consists of a screening based on academic performance followed by an interview.
- The fellowship is initially for two years and is extendable based on project requirements and performance.
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Additional Salary Information
Stipend of ₹37,000 per month. HRA is provided if hostel accommodation is not available.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Initial screening based on academic performance and application parameters Personal Interview for shortlisted candidates in Bengaluru
Application Fees
Refer to official online application portal
Reservation
SC/ST: 5 years age relaxation OBC: 3 years age relaxation PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Widows: Relaxation as per Government of India orders
How to Apply
- Visit the official ISRO website at www.isro.gov.in and navigate to the 'CAREERS' section.
- Locate the advertisement for JRF recruitment at URSC (Advt. No. URSC:02:2026).
- Click on the online application link provided in the advertisement.
- Fill in the required personal, educational, and professional details accurately.
- Upload soft copies of your recent photograph and signature (max 500 KB each in JPG/JPEG).
- Upload a single PDF (max 1 MB) containing marks cards of all semesters and the final pass certificate.
- Upload category or disability certificates if seeking age relaxation (PDF max 1 MB).
- Submit the application and save the system-generated Registration Number for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
The monthly stipend for JRF-E5 is ₹37,000, with a potential increase to ₹42,000 upon becoming an SRF.
A postgraduate degree in Digital Electronics, VLSI, or Embedded Systems with First Class marks and a NET/GATE score.
Shortlisted candidates based on academic merit will be called for a personal interview in Bengaluru.
