The National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), one of the premier centres of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) under the Department of Space, has officially released Advertisement No. NRSC/RMT/1/2026 for the recruitment of Temporary Research Personnel. The recruitment includes Research Scientist, Project Scientist, Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Project Associate-I and Project Associate-II positions in satellite applications, geospatial technologies, remote sensing, AI/ML, GIS and allied research domains. (Indian Space Research Organisation)
Verification Status: ✅ Recruitment has been officially announced by ISRO NRSC. The online application portal is active on the official NRSC website.
Job Overview
- Organization: National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), ISRO
- Department: Department of Space, Government of India
- Advertisement No.: NRSC/RMT/1/2026
- Post Names:
- Research Scientist
- Project Scientist
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Project Associate-I
- Project Associate-II
- Total Vacancies: 48
- Application Mode: Online
- Job Location: Hyderabad, Telangana (NRSC) and project locations as notified. (Indian Space Research Organisation)
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Research Scientist | As per notification |
| Project Scientist | As per notification |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | As per notification |
| Project Associate-I | As per notification |
| Project Associate-II | As per notification |
| Total | 48 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 01 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 August 2026 |
Applications are accepted only through the official NRSC online recruitment portal.
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess qualifications relevant to the post, such as:
- B.E./B.Tech
- M.E./M.Tech
- M.Sc.
- M.Tech in Remote Sensing / GIS / Geoinformatics
- Computer Science / AI & ML
- Electronics
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Science
- Geography / Geology
- Atmospheric Science
- Agriculture
- Other relevant disciplines
Post-wise educational qualifications and experience requirements are available in the official notification. (Indian Space Research Organisation)
Age Limit
The upper age limit varies depending on the post.
Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD and other eligible categories as per Government of India rules.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Shortlisting of Applications
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness (where applicable)
There is no written examination for these temporary research positions. (National Rural Spiritual Council)
Salary / Fellowship
Selected candidates will receive remuneration/fellowship according to the respective post as prescribed by ISRO/NRSC norms.
The exact monthly emoluments differ for Research Scientist, Project Scientist, JRF and Project Associate positions and are detailed in the official notification. (National Rural Spiritual Council)
Application Fee
No application fee has been specified in the official advertisement for these temporary research positions. Candidates should verify any updates in the official notification. (National Rural Spiritual Council)
Job Location
- National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), Hyderabad
- Other ISRO/NRSC project locations as required.
How to Apply
- Visit the official NRSC Careers portal.
- Open Advertisement No. NRSC/RMT/1/2026.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form.
- Upload the required documents.
- Submit the application before the closing date.
- Download and save the confirmation page.
Official Notification (Verified)
Official ISRO Careers Page
https://www.isro.gov.in/Careers.html
✅ Verified. Advertisement NRSC/RMT/1/2026 for Temporary Research Personnel is available on the official ISRO Careers page. (Indian Space Research Organisation)
Official Apply Link (Verified)
Official NRSC Online Application Portal
https://www.nrsc.gov.in/nrscnew/Career_ApplyOnline.php
✅ Portal Status: Verified and working. Candidates should apply only through the official NRSC online recruitment portal. The application window is open from 01 August 2026 to 21 August 2026. (National Rural Spiritual Council)