ISRO/NESAC Recruitment 2026: 16 Posts, Walk-In Interview Aug 10–12 | Eligibility, Pay, Dates
NESAC (Dept. of Space) is hiring 16 Research Scientist, JRF & Project Associate-I posts via walk-in interview on 10–12 Aug 2026 at Umiam, Meghalaya. Check eligibility, pay & dates.
The North Eastern Space Applications Centre (NESAC), an autonomous body under the Department of Space, has announced a walk-in interview for 16 temporary, project-based positions — Research Scientist, Junior Research Fellow (JRF), and Project Associate-I — at its Umiam campus in Meghalaya. There is no online application — eligible candidates simply show up at the venue with their biodata and documents on the date assigned to their post.
Notification Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Notice No. | NESAC/RMT-TEMP/WI-02/2026, dated 17.07.2026 |
| Total posts | 16 (5 RS + 10 JRF + 1 PA-I) |
| Mode | Walk-in interview (no online form) |
| Interview dates | 10, 11 & 12 August 2026 |
| Venue | NESAC, Umiam, Ri Bhoi District, Meghalaya (85 km from Guwahati Railway Station, 18 km from Shillong) |
| Nationality | Indian citizens only |
| TA/DA | Not paid for the interview |
Vacancies, Pay & Tenure
| Post | Vacancies | Monthly Pay | Max Age (on interview date) | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Research Scientist | 5 | ₹56,100 | 28 (M.Sc-based) / 30 (M.Tech-based) | 1 year, extendable to 3 |
| Junior Research Fellow | 10 | ₹37,000 | 28 | 1 year, extendable to 5 |
| Project Associate-I | 1 | ₹31,000 | 35 | 1 year, extendable to 5 |
Age relaxation: 5 years (SC/ST), 3 years (OBC), plus standard relaxation for Ex-servicemen/PwD.
Interview Schedule by Date
| Date | Post Codes |
|---|---|
| 10 Aug 2026 | RS04, JRF01, JRF06, JRF07, PA01 |
| 11 Aug 2026 | RS01, RS05, JRF02, JRF03, JRF09, JRF10 |
| 12 Aug 2026 | RS02, RS03, JRF04, JRF05, JRF08 |
Fields span Geology, Disaster Management, Geoinformatics, Remote Sensing/GIS, Atmospheric Science, Computer Science, Forestry/Environmental Science, and SAR data processing — each post code has its own specific qualification, so check the full notice for your discipline.
Eligibility at a Glance
- First Class M.Sc./M.Tech (or B.E./B.Tech for some CS posts) in the relevant discipline
- JRF applicants need a valid NET/GATE/JAM/JEST/AICE score in the relevant field
- Minimum aggregate: 60% (or 6.5 CGPA/10) for M.E./M.Tech; 65% (or 6.84 CGPA/10) for B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc
- Selection is purely interview-based — meeting the minimum criteria doesn't guarantee an interview call
How to Apply
- Download the biodata format from nesac.gov.in/category/career
- Type (not handwrite) and print it
- Carry original documents + self-attested photocopies, plus an NOC if currently government-employed
- Report directly to the venue on your post's interview date — no prior registration needed
On the NESAC website — read it fully before the interview, as it carries post-wise qualification details.
FAQ
Is there an online application for NESAC Recruitment 2026? No. This is a walk-in interview — candidates report directly to the venue with biodata and documents.
What is the last date to apply? There's no application deadline; eligibility is assessed as of the interview date itself (10, 11, or 12 August 2026, depending on the post).
What is the salary for these posts? ₹56,100/month for Research Scientist, ₹37,000/month for JRF, and ₹31,000/month for Project Associate-I, plus applicable HRA/DA.
Are these permanent government jobs? No. All 16 posts are temporary and project-linked, with no provision for regularisation.
Where can I find the official notification? On the NESAC website — read it fully before the interview, as it carries post-wise qualification details.
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