NESAC Research Scientist and JRF Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the North Eastern Space Applications Centre (NESAC), Umiam, Meghalaya. NESAC, under the Department of Space, Government of India, has issued a walk-in-interview notification for selection to temporary positions of Research Scientist and Junior Research Fellow (JRF).
The walk-in interview for NESAC Research Scientist and JRF Recruitment 2026 is scheduled on 05th & 06th March 2026 at NESAC, Umiam (reporting time 08:30 AM). The positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. The recruitment includes multiple posts under the Research Scientist and Junior Research Fellow categories.
Candidates are required to report for walk-in interview with original documents and self-attested photocopies. The date for determining eligibility in all respects shall be the date of walk-in interview. The upper age limit for Research Scientist is 28 years and for Junior Research Fellow is 28 years as on date of the interview. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules.
NESAC Research Scientist and JRF Recruitment 2026 provides consolidated fellowship/salary as per norms mentioned in the notification.
NESAC Research Scientist and JRF Recruitment 2026 – Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | North Eastern Space Applications Centre (NESAC) |
| Department | Department of Space, Government of India |
| Location | Umiam, Meghalaya |
| Mode of Selection | Walk-in Interview |
| Interview Dates | 05th & 06th March 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 08:30 AM |
| Nature of Posts | Temporary / Project Based |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Interview | 05.03.2026 & 06.03.2026 |
| Reporting Time | 08:30 AM |
Vacancy Details
Research Scientist
| Post Code | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| RS01 | 1 |
| RS02 | 1 |
| RS03 | 1 |
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
| Post Code | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| JRF01 | 1 |
| JRF02 | 1 |
| JRF03 | 1 |
| JRF04 | 1 |
| JRF05 | 1 |
| JRF06 | 2 |
| JRF07 | 1 |
Eligibility
| Category | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Research Scientist | First Class M.Sc / M.Tech / M.E / B.E / B.Tech in relevant discipline as specified in notification |
| Junior Research Fellow | First Class M.Sc / M.Tech in relevant discipline with NET/GATE or equivalent qualification |
Detailed discipline-wise qualifications and desired experience are mentioned in the official notification.
Age Limit: Please check age using the AGE CALCULATOR
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Research Scientist | 28 years as of date of interview |
| Junior Research Fellow | 28 years as of date of interview |
Age relaxation as per Government of India rules.
Pay Scale
| Category | Emoluments |
|---|---|
| Research Scientist | Consolidated remuneration as per notification |
| Junior Research Fellow | Fellowship as per notification |
Application Process
| Mode | Walk-in Interview |
| Venue | NESAC, Umiam, Meghalaya |
| Reporting Time | 08:30 AM |
| Documents | Original certificates with photocopies |
Documents Required
| Documents |
|---|
| Original educational certificates |
| Self-attested photocopies |
| Bio-data |
| Valid ID proof |
Important Instructions
- The posts are purely temporary and project-based.
- Eligibility shall be determined on the date of interview.
- Candidates must bring original documents for verification.
- Incomplete or incorrect information may lead to disqualification.
- Reservation is applicable as per the Government of India rules.
Official Website / Reference
North Eastern Space Applications Centre (NESAC)
Website: https://nesac.gov.in