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Apply for ISRO JRF and RA-I Fellowships 2025 at URSC Bengaluru – Eligibility, Salary, and More!

Written by: ARVIND KUMAR

Published: 2025-03-22

Organization Name	U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
Description	URSC is the lead center of ISRO for satellite technology, involved in spacecraft conceptualization, design, development, fabrication, testing, launch, and in-orbit management. Missions include INSAT, IRS, NAVIC, Chandrayaan, and more.
Post Title	Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Research Associate - I (RA-I)
Contact	Email: [email protected]
Address	U R Rao Satellite Centre, Old Airport Road, Bengaluru - 560017, Karnataka, India
Website	https://www.isro.gov.in

Start Date for Online Applications	22.03.2025
Last Date for Online Applications	20.04.2025
Tentative Exam Date	To be announced
Admit Card Availability	3-7 days before the exam
Result Declaration Date	To be notified later

Application Fee	Not mentioned

Criteria	Details
Educational Qualification (JRF)	- M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc (Engg.) or equivalent post-graduate degree in First Class with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks or 6.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale. - Must have qualified national-level examinations such as CSIR-UGC-NET, GATE, or equivalent conducted by central government institutions.
Educational Qualification (RA-I)	- Ph.D. in the relevant field or equivalent OR - M.E./M.Tech with 3 years of research experience and at least one research paper in an SCI journal.
Age Limit	- JRF: Maximum of 28 years as of 20.04.2025 (Relaxation: SC/ST - 5 years, OBC - 3 years). - RA-I: Maximum of 35 years as of 20.04.2025 (Relaxation: SC/ST - 5 years, OBC - 3 years).
Additional Criteria	- Candidates must possess degrees recognized by AICTE/UGC or equivalent bodies. - Dual/Integrated degree holders must meet eligibility for both undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications independently.

Post Details	Description
Post Title	Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Research Associate - I (RA-I)
Location	Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Number of Positions	20 positions for JRF and 2 positions for RA-I
Salary	- JRF: ₹37,000 per month (can increase to ₹42,000 as SRF). - RA-I: ₹58,000 per month.
Job Description	The roles involve advanced research and development in fields like Microelectronics, Computer Science, Power Electronics, Chemistry, Physics, Thermal Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Microwave Systems, and Optics. These positions contribute to satellite technology projects and space exploration missions.
Additional Information	- Fellowship duration for JRF: Initially 2 years, extendable up to 5 years. - Fellowship duration for RA-I: Initially 1 year, extendable up to 3 years. - Housing Rent Allowance (HRA) is provided if hostel accommodation is unavailable. - Medical benefits are available as per ISRO rules.

Step	Description
Initial Screening	- Screening based on academic performance and other parameters provided in the online application. - Only shortlisted candidates are eligible for the next step.
Interview	- Shortlisted candidates are invited for an interview. - Interview call letters are sent via email only. - Final selection is based on performance in the interview.
Result Announcement	- The interview results are published on the ISRO website.

Syllabus	- Core Subjects: Microelectronics, Computer Science, Power Electronics, Chemistry, Physics, Thermal Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Microwave Systems, Optics, etc. - General Topics: Research methodology, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving skills. - Specialized Areas: Based on the specific post applied for (e.g., RF systems, AI/ML algorithms, FPGA design, etc.).
Exam Pattern	- Mode of Selection: Direct interview for shortlisted candidates. - Evaluation Criteria: Academic performance, research experience, and interview performance. - Weightage: No written test; selection is based on interview and document verification.

Online Registration: Visit the official ISRO website: www.isro.gov.in. Navigate to the Registration section. Registration is open from 22.03.2025 to 20.04.2025.
Application Submission: Fill out the online application form and upload the following documents:
- Recent passport-size photo (max 50 KB in JPG/JPEG format).
- Marksheets and final pass certificate in a single PDF (max 500 KB).
- Category certificate for age relaxation (if applicable) (max 500 KB).
- National exam scorecard (e.g., CSIR-UGC-NET, GATE) for JRF (max 500 KB).
- Ph.D. documents or research publications for RA-I (max 1 MB).
Registration Number: After submission, a unique registration number will be generated. Keep it safe for future reference.
Communication: Provide a valid email ID as interview call letters and updates will be sent only via email.
Important Notes:
- Ensure all details are accurate before submitting.
- Regularly check the ISRO website and your email for updates.
- Applications will only be accepted online.