Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E6) – 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 Engineering Physics / Applied Optics or equivalent with First Class and NET/GATE.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — requires strong academic background in optics or engineering physics.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 28 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
URSC is recruiting 1 Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E6) for research in Engineering Physics and Optical Engineering. This position offers a monthly stipend of ₹37,000 and requires a postgraduate degree in Engineering Physics, Applied Optics, or an Integrated M.Tech in Optical Engineering. The work involves the development of segmented mirror optics and the characterization of mirror segments for large-size telescopes. This role is perfect for physics and optics specialists interested in contributing to advanced space-based observation systems.
- The work involves alignment of segments for large telescope mirrors and system performance evaluation.
- Candidates must have a First Class postgraduate degree with at least 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA.
- The maximum age limit is 28 years, with relaxations for SC/ST/OBC and other specified categories.
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email for an interview to be held in Bengaluru.
- The fellowship duration is initially two years, extendable up to five years total including the SRF period.
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Additional Salary Information
₹37,000 per month consolidated stipend. HRA is applicable as per prescribed rates.
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 is ₹37,000 plus HRA as per rules if hostel accommodation is not provided.
A postgraduate degree in Engineering Physics, Applied Optics, or Optical Engineering with First Class and NET/GATE.
There is 1 vacancy available for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF-E6) position.
