ISRO URSC Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – 15+ Posts
U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), Bengaluru, a premier centre of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) under the Department of Space, Government of India, invites online applications for the engagement of Junior Research Fellows (JRFs) in various disciplines. Candidates must have an M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc (Engg.) or equivalent degree with a minimum of 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA. Only candidates who have qualified through CSIR-UGC-NET (including Lectureship) / GATE or other national level examinations are eligible. The last date for online application is 11 July 2026.
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| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), Bengaluru – Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space, Govt. of India |
| Recruitment Type | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – Fellowship |
| Total Vacancies | 15+ (15 positions listed in advertisement) |
| Application Mode | Online (ISRO website) |
| Job Location | Bengaluru (may be posted anywhere in India as required) |
| Category | Central Govt. Research Fellowship |
| Online Application Dates | 12 June 2026 to 11 July 2026 |
| Fellowship Stipend (JRF) | ₹37,000 per month + HRA (if hostel not provided) + Medical benefits |
| Fellowship Stipend (SRF) | ₹42,000 per month (after 2 years, at discretion of ISRO) |
| Maximum Tenure | 5 years (JRF + SRF combined) |
| Official Website | www.isro.gov.in |
| Advt. No. | URSC:02:2026 |
ISRO URSC Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026– Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 28 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 31 years (+3 years relaxation) |
| SC / ST | 33 years (+5 years relaxation) |
| PwBD | As per Govt. of India orders |
| Ex-Servicemen, Widows, Divorced Women, Women judicially separated | As per Govt. of India orders |
ISRO URSC Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026– Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 12 June 2026 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 11 July 2026 |
| Cut-off Date (Age, Qualification) | 11 July 2026 |
ISRO URSC Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026– Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | – |
✅ No fee mentioned. Applications are accepted only through online mode.
ISRO URSC Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026– Eligibility
For Positions JRF-E1 to JRF-E12, JRF-M1, JRF-M2, JRF-M3:
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Degree | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) or equivalent post graduate degree |
| Minimum Marks | First Class with aggregate minimum 60% OR CGPA/CPI of 6.5 on a 10-point scale |
| NET/NET Equivalent | Must have qualified through CSIR-UGC-NET (including Lectureship) / GATE OR national level examinations conducted by DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER, etc. |
For Position JRF-E13:
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Degree | M.Sc in Mathematics / Physics OR M.Tech or equivalent in Aerospace |
| Minimum Marks (M.Sc) | First Class with aggregate minimum 65% (average of all semesters) OR CGPA/CPI of 6.84 on a 10-point scale |
| Minimum Marks (M.Tech) | First Class with aggregate minimum 60% OR CGPA/CPI of 6.5 on a 10-point scale |
| NET/NET Equivalent | Must have qualified through CSIR-UGC-NET (including Lectureship) / GATE OR national level examinations conducted by DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER, etc. |
ISRO URSC Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026– Vacancy Details
| Position No. | Area of Work / Job Specification | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| JRF-E1 | Microcircuits Assembly & Packaging, ECAD software, Advanced microelectronics packaging, Thick & Thin film processes | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) in Microelectronics or equivalent |
| JRF-E2 | User Interface development, Modelling of Mission analysis packages | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) in Computer Science / IT or equivalent |
| JRF-E3 | Development of Telemetry and Telecommand Software packages for Spacecraft operations | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) in Computer Science / IT or equivalent |
| JRF-E4 | DC-DC converter development, 100V power bus development | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) in Power Electronics or equivalent |
| JRF-E5 | Design, development & testing of spacecraft testing equipment; Analog, digital & mixed signal circuits; Micro-controller & FPGA based embedded systems | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) in Digital Electronics / Micro-Electronics / Signal Processing / VLSI / Embedded Systems / VLSI and Embedded systems or equivalent |
| JRF-E6 | Development of segmented Mirror Optics; Characterization of Mirror segment; Alignment of segments for large telescope mirror | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) in Engineering Physics / Applied Optics or equivalent / Integrated M.Tech in Optical Engineering |
| JRF-E7 | THz detector material studies; Lithographic Micro-Antenna for THz/mm wavelength; THz Optics and resonant filter development | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) in Applied Physics / Material Science / Material Engineering / Opto-electronics or equivalent |
| JRF-E8 | Optical subsystem design, simulation for optical communication; Free space transmission studies; Link budget estimation | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) in Optical Engineering / Applied Optics / Opto-electronics or equivalent / Integrated M.Tech in Optical Engineering |
| JRF-E9 | FPGA & ASIC development & testing; Digital signal processing; AI/ML algorithms and data analysis | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) in Electronics & Communication or equivalent |
| JRF-E10 | FPGA/VHDL design for digital logics, control applications, Board and System Design | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) in Digital Electronics / Micro Electronics / Signal Processing / Mechatronics or equivalent |
| JRF-E11 | VLSI design, Embedded System Design, High Performance Computing Systems Design | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) in Digital Electronics / VLSI / Embedded systems / VLSI and Embedded systems or equivalent |
| JRF-E12 | Design, development & testing of Electronics (digital circuits); Hardware Package Interface; FPGA Development; MATLAB, Python, C++, LINUX Device Drivers | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) in Electronics & Communications / Avionics / Instrumentation |
| JRF-E13 | Analysis of Flight Dynamics products for mission planning; Tracking data analysis and Orbit determination | M.Sc in Mathematics / Physics OR M.Tech or equivalent in Aerospace |
| JRF-M1 | Numerical modelling of active Thermal devices; Analysis of experimental data for AI/ML; Development of data driven models; Use of MATLAB, UGNX-TMG, VC++, Python, JAVA, SQL | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) in Thermal Engineering / Thermal Science & Engineering / Thermal Science & Energy Systems / Heat Transfer in Energy Systems or equivalent |
| JRF-M2 | Reliability modelling of engineering systems; Failure theories; Life Testing & Environmental Testing; Statistical distributions & Optimization; Risk Assessment | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) in Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering or equivalent |
| JRF-M3 | Design of Mechanical elements; Stress analysis using finite element methods; Kinematic & Dynamic analysis; 3D modelling software tools | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) in Mechanical Engineering / Machine Design or equivalent |
Note: Each position has 01 vacancy unless otherwise specified. Candidates should check the official advertisement for exact numbers.
ISRO URSC Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026– Salary Details
| Stage | Duration | Stipend | Other Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | Initially 2 years | ₹37,000 per month | HRA (if hostel not provided), Medical benefits (self only), Subsidised canteen facilities, Casual leave only |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | After 2 years (at discretion of ISRO) | ₹42,000 per month | HRA (if hostel not provided), Medical benefits (self only) |
Note: No DA is paid. Fellowship amount is taken as Basic Pay for HRA calculation. Maternity leave for female JRFs as per Govt. of India instructions. JRFs are encouraged to pursue Ph.D with external university registration.
ISRO URSC Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026– How To Apply
- Visit the ISRO official website: www.isro.gov.in
- Go to “CAREERS” section.
- Click on the link for “URSC JRF Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. URSC:02:2026)”
- Register and fill the online application form between 12 June 2026 and 11 July 2026.
- Upload the following documents in soft copies:
- Recent colour passport size photograph (not older than 6 months) – JPG/JPEG, max 500 KB
- Signature – JPG/JPEG, max 500 KB
- Marks cards of each semester/year with final pass certificate – single PDF, max 1 MB
- SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Serviceman certificate (if seeking age relaxation) – PDF, max 1 MB
- CSIR-UGC-NET score card OR GATE score card or score card of national level examination – PDF, max 1 MB
- Submit the application.
- Note down the Online Registration Number for future reference.
- No hard copy is required at the application stage.
⚠️ Only passed candidates are eligible. Students waiting for final results are NOT eligible.
ISRO URSC Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026– Important Web-Links
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Advertisement Details | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
ISRO URSC Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026– Selection Process
- Online Application Submission
- Initial Screening based on academic performance and other parameters
- Shortlisted candidates called for Interview (in Bengaluru only)
- Call Letters sent only by e-mail
- Result announced on ISRO website
Note: Qualification prescribed is the minimum requirement. Possession of the same does not automatically make candidates eligible to be called for Interview. Only screened-in candidates will be called.
ISRO URSC Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions
| Instruction | Details |
|---|---|
| Online Only | Applications received only through online mode |
| No ODL | Candidates who pursued Professional course through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) are NOT eligible |
| No Rounding Off | Percentage/CGPA rounding is not allowed. Enter to nearest 2 decimal points (e.g., 8.235 as 8.23, 8.236 as 8.24) |
| CGPA Conversion Not Permitted | Conversion of CGPA into percentage is NOT permitted to determine eligibility, even if University prescribes a formula. CGPA mentioned in degree certificate must meet ISRO criteria directly |
| No Multiple Applications | For same position, only the latest application submitted before closing date will be considered |
| No Interim Correspondence | For clarifications, email: rmt@ursc.gov.in |
| Canvassing | In any form will result in disqualification |
| No Claim to Regular Employment | JRF position does not confer any claim or right for regular appointment in URSC/ISRO/DOS |
| No TA/DA for Interview | Outstation shortlisted candidates will be paid to and fro Second-Class Sleeper Railway fare by shortest distance (on production of proof of journey) |
| Interview Venue | Bengaluru only (no change of venue/date entertained) |
| All Further Communications | By e-mail / ISRO website only |
| Corrigendum/Addendum | Published only on ISRO website: www.isro.gov.in |
| Jurisdiction | In case of ambiguity, English version of advertisement shall prevail |
ISRO URSC Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026– Documents Required
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| All Degree Certificates & Mark Sheets | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) – all semesters |
| Final Pass Certificate | |
| CSIR-UGC-NET / GATE Score Card | Or equivalent national level examination score card |
| Proof of Age | |
| Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) | For age relaxation (if applicable) |
| PwBD Certificate | For age relaxation (if applicable) |
| Ex-Servicemen Certificate | For age relaxation (if applicable) |
| No Objection Certificate (NOC) | For candidates in employment under Central/State Govt., PSU or Autonomous Body |
| Equivalency Certificate (Foreign Degree) | From Association of Indian Universities, New Delhi (if applicable) |
| Self-attested photocopies of all certificates | To be submitted at interview |
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ISRO URSC Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026– FAQs
Q1. What is the last date for online application?
The last date for receipt of online applications is 11 July 2026.
Q2. How many JRF positions are available?
15+ positions (15 specific positions listed in the advertisement – JRF-E1 to JRF-E13, JRF-M1 to JRF-M3).
Q3. What is the fellowship stipend for JRF?
₹37,000 per month + HRA (if hostel not provided) + Medical benefits (self only).
Q4. What are the educational qualifications required?
M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc(Engg.) or equivalent with First Class (60% marks or 6.5 CGPA). For JRF-E13 (M.Sc): 65% marks or 6.84 CGPA.
Q5. Is NET/GATE mandatory?
Yes. Candidates must have qualified through CSIR-UGC-NET (including Lectureship) / GATE or national level examinations conducted by DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER, etc.
Q6. Can students with CGPA apply?
Yes, but CGPA conversion to percentage is NOT permitted. The CGPA mentioned in the degree certificate must directly meet ISRO’s eligibility criteria (6.5 CGPA or 6.84 CGPA for M.Sc).
Q7. What is the age limit for General category?
28 years as on 11 July 2026. Relaxation: OBC +3 years, SC/ST +5 years, others as per Govt. orders.
Q8. Can I apply if I am in the final semester awaiting results?
No. Only passed candidates are eligible. Students waiting for final results are not eligible.
Q9. Is there any application fee?
No application fee is mentioned.
Q10. Will I get a job at ISRO after JRF?
No. The JRF position does not confer any claim or right for regular appointment in URSC/ISRO/DOS.
Q11. Can candidates with ODL (Open and Distance Learning) degrees apply?
No. Candidates who have pursued Professional courses through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) are not eligible.
Q12. Where will the interview be held?
The interview will be conducted for screened-in candidates in Bengaluru only.