ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026 | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Vacancies at U R Rao Satellite Centre

About Organization

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is the national space agency of India operating under the Department of Space, Government of India. U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), Bengaluru, is ISRO’s lead centre for satellite technology and is responsible for spacecraft design, development, fabrication, testing, launch support, and in-orbit management. URSC has played a significant role in missions such as Chandrayaan, Mars Orbiter Mission, Aditya-L1, Astrosat, INSAT, IRS, and NAVIC.

About JRF Fellowship 2026

URSC is offering Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions to talented researchers in engineering and science disciplines. Selected fellows will work on advanced research projects related to satellite technology, spacecraft systems, optics, microelectronics, AI/ML, thermal systems, aerospace engineering, and other cutting-edge space technologies.

Fellowship Highlights

Who Can Apply?

• Candidates possessing M.E./M.Tech./M.Sc (Engineering) or equivalent postgraduate degree in relevant disciplines.
• Candidates with M.Sc. in Mathematics or Physics for specific positions.
• Applicants must have First Class with minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA (10-point scale).
• For JRF-E13, candidates must have minimum 65% marks or 6.84 CGPA in M.Sc.
• Candidates must possess valid GATE, CSIR-UGC NET, JAM, JEST, or other recognized national-level examination qualification.
• Only candidates who have already completed the qualifying degree are eligible to apply.

Research Areas

• Microelectronics
• Computer Science & Information Technology
• Power Electronics
• Digital Electronics
• VLSI & Embedded Systems
• Engineering Physics
• Applied Optics
• Material Science
• Opto-Electronics
• Electronics & Communication
• Aerospace Engineering
• Thermal Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Machine Design
• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
• Optical Communication Systems
• Spacecraft Operations & Flight Dynamics

Fellowship Benefits

• Fellowship of ₹37,000 per month as Junior Research Fellow.
• Opportunity for promotion to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) with stipend up to ₹42,000 per month.
• House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per applicable rules if hostel accommodation is not provided.
• Medical benefits as per ISRO norms.
• Opportunity to pursue Ph.D. through external university registration.
• Subsidized canteen facilities.
• Work on advanced space technology and national missions.

Eligibility Criteria

• Maximum age: 28 years as on 11 July 2026.
• Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST candidates.
• Age relaxation of 3 years for OBC candidates.
• Additional relaxations applicable as per Government of India rules.
• Degrees must be recognized by AICTE, UGC, or other authorized bodies.
• Candidates who pursued professional courses through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) are not eligible.

Selection Process

• Initial screening based on academic performance and eligibility.
• Shortlisting of candidates.
• Personal Interview.
• Final selection based on interview performance and eligibility verification.

Important Dates

How to Apply

• Visit the official ISRO Careers portal.
• Complete the online application form.
• Upload photograph, signature, academic certificates, and qualifying examination scorecards.
• Submit the application before the closing date.
• Preserve the registration number for future reference.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work with ISRO on cutting-edge space technologies.
• Attractive fellowship with HRA and medical benefits.
• Exposure to national and international space missions.
• Ph.D. research opportunities.
• Advanced research infrastructure and laboratories.
• Career growth in the space research domain.
• Work under India's premier space organization.

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