ISRO VSSC JRF Recruitment 2026: Apply for Research Vacancies

Q: What is ISRO VSSC JRF Recruitment 202

It is a recruitment drive by the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to hire candidates for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions in space science and related research fields.

Q: What is the eligibility for ISRO VSSC JRF posts?

Candidates must have an M.Sc./M.Tech in Physics, Atmospheric Science, Space Science, or related disciplines with at least 60–65% marks, along with qualification in exams like NET, GATE, or JEST

Q: What is the application process for ISRO VSSC JRF Recruitment 2026?

Candidates need to apply online through the official ISRO/VSSC website, fill out the application form, and submit it before the deadline mentioned in the notification.

Author :

Shilpa Nigam

Last Updated on : 21 Apr 2026 11:16AM

The Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre announces 8 vacancies for Junior Research Fellow positions at the Space Physics Laboratory (SPL). The recruitment for the 2026 cycle is officially open for the positions located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.

The notification was out on 20 April 2026, and the last date to apply is 05 May 2026 (05:00 PM). Candidates must apply by the specified deadlines for the VSSC JRF Recruitment 2026.

ISRO Posts 2026 Details

The total of 8 vacancies is for the post of Junior Research Fellow. The fellowship amount is INR 37,000/month (JRF), increasing to INR 42,000/month (SRF) after two years. The application process is 100% digital.

Junior Fellow Vacancy Eligibility Criteria

Education: M.Sc. in Physics, Space Physics, or related disciplines, or M.E./M.Tech. with a minimum of 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA.
Qualification: Must have qualified in national-level tests like GATE, CSIR-UGC NET, or JEST.
Age Limit (as of 05 May 2026): Maximum 28 years for General, with relaxation for OBC/SC/ST candidates.

Selection consists of an initial screening based on academic performance and national test scores, followed by an interview.

ISRO JRF Steps to Apply: Aspirants can apply through the official website for the posts.

Visit the official website and go to the "Careers" section.
Locate Advertisement No. VSSC-339 and register.
Fill out the application and upload all required documents as a single PDF before the deadline.