Junior Research Fellow (JRF-M2) – URSC
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹37,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: First Class M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc. (Engg.) in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — interest in reliability engineering, failure theories, and statistical optimization is preferred.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 28 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
A unique opening for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF-M2) is available at URSC for research in reliability modelling and risk assessment of engineering systems. This single vacancy offers a stipend of ₹37,000 per month to candidates with a first-class Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. The work involves life testing, environmental testing, and statistical distribution analysis for spacecraft components. Joining this mission allows researchers to contribute to the safety and longevity of India's future space exploration missions.
- The maximum age limit for general candidates is 28 years, with a 5-year relaxation for SC/ST applicants.
- Selection is strictly through an interview process for candidates who meet the academic and national exam criteria.
- The engagement is temporary and contractual, initially for two years with a possible extension to five years.
- No Dearness Allowance (DA) is payable; the fellowship amount is treated as basic pay for HRA calculations.
- Maternity leave is available for female JRFs as per Government of India instructions.
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Additional Salary Information
₹37,000 per month consolidated stipend plus HRA; eligible for medical benefits and subsidized canteen.
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
Vacancies are subject to Government of India reservation policies for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD.
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 starting stipend is ₹37,000 per month, which can be upgraded to ₹42,000 per month as a Senior Research Fellow.
Candidates must have a first-class M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc. (Engg.) in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and a valid NET/GATE score.
The upper age limit is 28 years as of 11.07.2026, with relaxations for reserved categories and PwBD.
