🚀 ISRO JRF Recruitment 2026 | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | ₹37,000 Stipend | Apply Online

ISRO JRF Recruitment 2026, The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) through the U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), Bengaluru, has invited online applications for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026. This is a prestigious opportunity for candidates with postgraduate qualifications in Engineering and Science disciplines to work on advanced satellite technologies, spacecraft systems, electronics, AI, machine learning, optics, thermal engineering, and space research projects. Selected candidates will receive a monthly fellowship of ₹37,000 plus HRA as per Government norms.

Note:-

The following files / documents in soft copies are mandatory requirements to complete the online application:

1. Recent colour passport size photograph (not older than 6 months) and signature in JPG / JPEG format of maximum size of 500 KB each.

2. Marks card of each semester / year with final pass certificate of having passed the essential qualification examination with the required percentage wherever it is applicable. (To be attached as single Pdf not exceeding 1MB).

3. SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Serviceman Certificate, if seeking relaxation for upper age limit. (Pdf file not exceeding 1MB).

4. CSIR – UGC – NET score card or GATE score card or score card received after qualifying the National level examination conducted by Central Government Departments and their agencies and Institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER, etc. for the position of JRFs (Pdf file not exceeding 1MB).

📊 Fellowship Overview

Category	Details
Organization	ISRO – U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC)
Position	Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Advertisement No.	URSC:02:2026
Location	Bengaluru, Karnataka
Total Vacancies	18 Posts
Fellowship	₹37,000 Per Month + HRA
Qualification	M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc (Relevant Fields)
Application Mode	Online
Last Date to Apply	11 July 2026
Job Type	Research Fellowship

🏢 About ISRO URSC

The U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) is the lead satellite technology center of ISRO located in Bengaluru. The center is responsible for the design, development, fabrication, testing, launch, and in-orbit management of spacecraft. URSC has played a key role in missions such as Chandrayaan-3, Aditya-L1, Mars Orbiter Mission, AstroSat, and the NAVIC navigation system.

💼 Fellowship Responsibilities

As a Junior Research Fellow, candidates may:

Conduct advanced research in satellite technologies.
Work on spacecraft design and development.
Contribute to AI and Machine Learning projects.
Participate in embedded systems and electronics research.
Support optics, thermal engineering, and simulation studies.
Develop innovative solutions for future space missions.
Publish technical reports and research findings.
Collaborate with ISRO scientists and research teams.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates should possess:

M.E. / M.Tech in relevant Engineering disciplines, OR
M.Sc in relevant Science disciplines with valid national-level qualification such as:
- GATE
- CSIR-UGC NET
- JEST
- JAM (where applicable)

Only candidates who have completed the essential qualification are eligible to apply.

For Position No. JRF-E1, JRF-E2, JRF-E3, JRF-E4, JRF-E5, JRF-E6, JRF-E7, JRF-E8, JRF-E9, JRF-E10, JRF-E11, JRF-E12, JRF-M1, JRF-M2, JRF-M3:

M.E. / M.Tech / M.Sc (Engg.) or equivalent post graduate degree in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 60% or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.5 on a 10 point scale. The candidates who are selected through National Eligibility Tests – CSIR – UGC – NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE or Selected through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their agencies and institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER, etc. are only eligible to apply.

For Position No. JRF-E13:

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. The candidates who are selected through National Eligibility Tests – CSIR – UGC – NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE or Selected through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their agencies and institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER, etc. are only eligible to apply.

M.Tech. or equivalent post graduate degree in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 60% or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.5 on a 10 point scale. The candidates who are selected through National Eligibility Tests – CSIR – UGC – NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE or Selected through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their agencies and institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER, etc. are only eligible to apply.

NET/NET Equivalent qualifications:

Any national level examinations conducted by the Central Government departments / agencies for admission to Ph.D. programme are considered equivalent to NET. The following are the list of examinations, which can be equated to NET for the above positions:

i. CSIR-UGC National Eligibility Test including NET-Lectureship

ii. (GATE) Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) conducted by MoE.

iii. (JAM) Joint Admission Test (JAM) conducted by MoE.

iv. Joint Entrance Screening Test (JEST).

v. Selected through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their agencies and institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER, etc.

Age Limit

Maximum Age: 28 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India rules.

💻 Research Areas

Selected JRFs may work in:

Microelectronics
VLSI Design
Embedded Systems
Power Electronics
Digital Electronics
RF & Microwave Engineering
Optics & Photonics
Thermal Engineering
Mechanical Design
Flight Dynamics
Artificial Intelligence
Spacecraft Systems Engineering

💰 Fellowship & Benefits

Fellowship Amount

₹37,000 Per Month
House Rent Allowance (HRA) as applicable
Potential upgrade to SRF after successful assessment as per applicable norms

Additional Benefits

Work with India’s premier space agency.
Opportunity to contribute to future space missions.
Exposure to advanced satellite technologies.
Research and innovation-focused environment.
Possibility of pursuing higher studies/research opportunities.

📋 Selection Process

Stage	Details
Online Application	Registration & Document Upload
Screening	Academic & Qualification Review
Shortlisting	Based on Merit
Interview	Technical & Research Assessment
Final Selection	Fellowship Offer

📄 Documents Required

Recent Passport Size Photograph
Signature
Educational Certificates
Semester-wise Mark Sheets
Final Degree Certificate
GATE/NET/JEST/JAM Score Card
Category Certificate (if applicable)
Government ID Proof

📍 Fellowship Location

ISRO – U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC)

Old Airport Road, Vimanapura Post, Bengaluru – 560017, Karnataka, India

Work Mode: On-Site Research Fellowship

⭐ Why Apply for ISRO JRF Recruitment 2026?

Opportunity to work at ISRO.
Attractive ₹37,000 monthly fellowship.
Exposure to cutting-edge space technologies.
Research opportunities in advanced engineering domains.
Collaboration with leading scientists.
Strong career boost for PhD and research careers.
Contribution to India’s future space missions.

📝 How to Apply?

Visit the official ISRO Careers portal.
Open Advertisement No. URSC:02:2026.
Complete the online application form.
Upload all required documents.
Verify the details carefully.
Submit the application before 11 July 2026.

The application for on-line registration will be hosted in the ISRO web-site i.e. www.isro.gov.in under the caption “CAREERS” during the period from 12.06.2026 to 11.07.2026. Candidates may visit our website to register their applications on-line between 12.06.2026 and 11.07.2026. Applications will be received through on-line only. Upon on-line registration, applicants will be provided with an on-line Registration Number, which should be carefully preserved for future reference. E-mail ID of the applicant will have to be provided in the online application correctly and compulsorily (Hall tickets will be sent by e-mail only).

💡 Final Thoughts

The ISRO URSC JRF Recruitment 2026 is an excellent opportunity for postgraduate students and researchers aiming to build a career in space technology, electronics, AI, embedded systems, and satellite engineering. With a monthly fellowship of ₹37,000, exposure to world-class research projects, and the chance to work alongside ISRO scientists, this fellowship can be a major stepping stone toward a successful research career.

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About Company The Indian Space Research Organisation is the national space agency of India under the Department of Space, Government of India. ISRO is responsible for satellite development, launch vehicles, planetary exploration missions, space science research, communication satellites, navigation systems and innovations in advanced space technology. It has successfully launched the Mars Orbiter Mission, Chandrayaan-3 and Aditya-L1.

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