Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment at U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 16
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹37,000 - ₹42,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: M.E / M.Tech / M.Sc (Engg.) or equivalent postgraduate degree in relevant engineering or science disciplines with minimum 60% marks (or 6.5 CGPA) and valid NET/GATE/Equivalent qualification.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 28 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
Vacancies under this Notification
This list may not include all posts.
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E1) 1 Vacancy
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E10) 1 Vacancy
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E11) 1 Vacancy
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E12) 1 Vacancy
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E13) 1 Vacancy
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E2) 1 Vacancy
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E3) 1 Vacancy
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E4) 2 Vacancies
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E5) 1 Vacancy
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E6) 1 Vacancy
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E7) 1 Vacancy
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E8) 1 Vacancy
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E9) 1 Vacancy
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF-M1) 1 Vacancy
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF-M2) 1 Vacancy
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF-M3) 1 Vacancy
U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), a premier unit of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), is inviting applications for the recruitment of Junior Research Fellows (JRF) across various engineering and science disciplines. A total of 16 vacancies are available for candidates holding M.E, M.Tech, or M.Sc degrees in relevant fields such as Electronics, Computer Science, Physics, and Mechanical Engineering. This recruitment drive offers a prestigious opportunity for researchers to contribute to cutting-edge spacecraft technology and satellite missions at the forefront of India's space exploration. Selected candidates will be engaged initially for two years, with a monthly fellowship stipend of ₹37,000 plus applicable HRA.
- Application Deadline: July 11, 2026 — apply exclusively through the official ISRO/URSC careers portal.
- Maximum age limit is 28 years as of the closing date, with relaxations for SC/ST, OBC, and PwBD candidates.
- Selection is based on academic performance screening followed by a personal interview in Bengaluru.
- Candidates must have qualified national-level exams like GATE, NET, or equivalent to be eligible.
- The fellowship is extendable up to five years, with a potential promotion to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) at ₹42,000 per month.
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Additional Salary Information
Fellowship Stipend: ₹37,000 per month for JRF; ₹42,000 per month for SRF. HRA is payable at prescribed rates if hostel accommodation is not provided.
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 fellowship is initially for a duration of two years and is extendable based on performance and project requirements, up to a maximum of five years including the SRF period.
No, only candidates who have already passed the essential qualification examinations are eligible to apply; students waiting for final results are not eligible.
The notification does not specify an application fee; candidates should refer to the online application portal for any fee-related updates.