ISRO URSC JRF Recruitment 2026
Apply Online for 17 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Posts at U R Rao Satellite Centre
Critical Recruitment Overview
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has released a highly anticipated recruitment notification. Specifically, the U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) in Bengaluru, which is the lead center of ISRO for satellite technology, is inviting online applications for the engagement of Junior Research Fellows (JRF).
Under Advertisement No. URSC:02:2026, there are a total of 17 Junior Research Fellow positions available across various cutting-edge engineering and scientific disciplines including Microelectronics, Computer Science, Power Electronics, Optics, Mechanical Engineering, and Aerospace. This is a phenomenal opportunity for brilliant young minds holding a Master’s degree (M.E/M.Tech/M.Sc) along with a national-level qualification like GATE or NET to contribute directly to India’s space missions. The online application portal is open and the last date to submit your applications is 11 July 2026.
1. Important Dates & Action Timeline
Candidates must ensure their applications are submitted accurately before the strict deadline. The crucial date for determining all eligibility criteria, including age and qualification, is the closing date of the application.
| ISRO URSC JRF Recruitment Schedule | |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Publication Date: | 12 June 2026 |
| Start Date for Online Applications: | 12 June 2026 |
| Absolute Deadline for Submission of Application: | 11 July 2026 |
| Crucial Date for Determining Eligibility & Age: | 11 July 2026 |
2. Position-Wise Vacancy & Work Area Details
URSC has notified 17 positions spanning across various specializations. The work involves developing cutting-edge technologies relevant to spacecraft conceptualization, design, fabrication, and orbital management. Below is a detailed breakdown of the positions.
| Position No. | Vacancies | Required Specialization (M.E/M.Tech/M.Sc Engg) | Area of Work / Job Specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| JRF-E1 | 01 | Microelectronics or equivalent | Microcircuits Assembly & Packaging, ECAD software layout designing, Advanced microelectronics packaging. |
| JRF-E2 | 01 | Computer Science / Information Technology or eqv. | User Interface development, Modelling of Mission analysis packages. |
| JRF-E3 | 01 | Computer Science / Information Technology or eqv. | Development of telemetry and telecommand Software packages for Spacecraft operations. |
| JRF-E4 | 02 | Power Electronics or equivalent | DC-DC converter development, 100V power bus development, spacecraft testing equipment. |
| JRF-E5 | 01 | Digital Electronics / Micro-Electronics / Signal Processing / VLSI / Embedded Systems | Analog, digital and Mixed signal circuits, Micro-controller and FPGA based embedded system development. |
| JRF-E6 | 01 | Engineering Physics / Applied Optics or Integrated M.Tech in Optical Engineering | Development of segmented Mirror Optics, Alignment of segments to form large size telescope mirror. |
| JRF-E7 | 01 | Applied physics / Material science / Material engineering / Opto-electronics | THz detector material studies, Lithographic Micro-Antenna for THz/mm wavelength. |
| JRF-E8 | 01 | Optical engineering / Applied optics / Opto-electronics or Integrated M.Tech | Optical subsystem design, Free space transmission studies, Link budget estimation. |
| JRF-E9 | 01 | Electronics & communication or equivalent | FPGA & ASIC development and testing, Digital signal processing, AI/ML algorithms. |
| JRF-E10 | 01 | Digital Electronics / Micro Electronics / Signal Processing / Mechatronics | FPGA / VHDL design for digital logics, Board and System Design. |
| JRF-E11 | 01 | Digital Electronics / VLSI / Embedded systems | VLSI design, Embedded System Design and High Performance Computing Systems Design. |
| JRF-E12 | 01 | Electronics & Communications / Avionics / Instrumentation | Electronics (digital circuits) development, Hardware Package Interface, MATLAB, Python. |
| JRF-E13 | 01 | M.Sc in Mathematics / Physics OR M.Tech Aerospace | Analysis of Flight Dynamics products, Tracking data analysis and Orbit determination. |
| JRF-M1 | 01 | Thermal Engineering / Thermal Science & Energy Systems / Heat Transfer | Numerical modelling of active Thermal devices, Analysis of experimental data for AI/ML. |
| JRF-M2 | 01 | Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering | Reliability modelling of engineering systems, Failure theories, Life & Environmental Testing. |
| JRF-M3 | 01 | Mechanical engineering / Machine design | Design of Mechanical elements, Stress analysis, Kinematic & Dynamic analysis. |
3. Educational Qualification & Age Limit
Eligibility is meticulously evaluated based on the applicant's academic record and age. Only passed candidates are eligible to apply. Students waiting for final results are not eligible.
Age Limit Constraints
- The maximum age limit for the JRF positions is 28 years as on the closing date of the online application (11 July 2026).
- Age Relaxation: 5 years relaxation in case of SC / ST candidates, and 3 years in case of OBC candidates.
- Age relaxations as per Government of India orders are applicable to Ex-Servicemen, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), Widows, Divorced Women, and Women judicially separated from their husbands and who are not remarried.
Core Educational Requirements
- For JRF-E1 to JRF-E12, JRF-M1 to JRF-M3: M.E. / M.Tech / M.Sc (Engg.) or equivalent post graduate degree in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 60% marks or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.5 on a 10 point scale.
- For JRF-E13 (M.Sc Route): M.Sc in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 65% average of all Semesters or 6.84 CGPA/CPI on a 10 point scale.
- For JRF-E13 (M.Tech Route): M.Tech. or equivalent post graduate degree in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 60% marks or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.5 on a 10 point scale.
- Note: All degrees should be duly recognised by AICTE / UGC. Candidates who have pursued Professional courses through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) are not eligible to apply.
4. Mandatory NET / GATE Qualification
Merely possessing the Master's degree does not make a candidate eligible. The candidates MUST have qualified one of the following national-level examinations:
- CSIR-UGC National Eligibility Test including NET-Lectureship.
- Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) conducted by MoE.
- Joint Admission Test (JAM) conducted by MOE.
- Joint Entrance Screening Test (JEST).
- Selected through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their agencies such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MOE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISC, IISER, NISER, etc.
5. Fellowship Stipend & Contract Duration
- Monthly Stipend: The Fellowship Stipend as JRF will be ₹ 37,000 per month.
- Promotion to SRF: There is a possibility to be increased to ₹ 42,000 per month as Senior Research Fellow (SRF) after the completion of two years, at the sole discretion of ISRO.
- HRA & Medical: House Rent Allowance (HRA) will be paid at prescribed rates if hostel accommodation is not provided. Medical benefits for self will be admissible as per extant rules. No DA will be paid.
- Contract Duration: The Fellowship will be initially for a duration of TWO YEARS. The maximum period of engagement of JRF and SRF put together shall not exceed FIVE YEARS.
- Note: The position of JRF will not confer any claim or right whatsoever for regular appointment in URSC or in any of ISRO/DOS Centres.
6. Screening & Selection Procedure
The selection process involves an initial screening followed by a personal interview. There is no written test mentioned for this specific recruitment.
- Initial Screening: There will be an initial screening based on the academic performance and other parameters given in the on-line applications. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not automatically make the candidates eligible to be called for the interview.
- Personal Interview: Only those who are screened-in will be called for an Interview. The interview will be conducted for the screened-in candidates in Bengaluru only.
- Travel Allowance: Outstation candidates shortlisted for the interview will be paid to and fro Second-Class Sleeper Railway fare by the shortest distance, subject to production of proof of journey.
7. Step-by-Step Online Application Protocol
Applications must be submitted electronically. The application for on-line registration will be hosted on the ISRO website.
- Document Preparation: Prepare a recent colour passport size photograph and signature in JPG / JPEG format (max size 500 KB each). Also prepare a single PDF (max 1MB) containing marks cards of each semester/year with the final pass certificate. Keep your NET/GATE score card ready as a PDF (max 1MB).
- Access Portal: Visit the official ISRO website at www.isro.gov.in under the caption "CAREERS".
- Registration: Register your application online between 12.06.2026 and 11.07.2026. Upon registration, applicants will be provided with an on-line Registration Number.
- Fill Details: Carefully fill in your personal, educational, and experience details. Ensure the E-mail ID is provided correctly as call letters will be sent by e-mail only.
- Uploads: Upload the photograph, signature, and necessary PDF documents in the designated spaces. Applications without photos will be summarily rejected.
- Final Submission: Submit the application before 11.07.2026. Candidates who are already employed must arrange to submit a 'No Objection Certificate (NOC)'.
8. Important Official Links
9. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
This career tracking sheet is developed for educational reference and guidance based on Advertisement No. URSC:02:2026 released by the Indian Space Research Organisation (URSC). Candidates are strongly instructed to visit www.isro.gov.in to verify the exact post-wise eligibility criteria, CGPA calculation rules, required documents, and formats before initiating their online applications.
