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| Recruiting authority | North Eastern Space Applications Centre (NESAC), Dept. of Space, Govt. of India |
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- The North Eastern Space Applications Centre (NESAC) has announced NESAC Recruitment 2026 (Advertisement No. NESAC/RMT-TEMP/WI-02/2026, dated 17 July 2026) for 16 temporary project-based posts of Research Scientist, Junior Research Fellow (JRF), and Project Associate-I. Selection will be made purely through a walk-in interview scheduled tentatively on 10, 11, and 12 August 2026 at NESAC, Umiam, Ri-Bhoi District, Meghalaya. There is no online application process for this recruitment - eligible candidates must report directly to the interview venue with their biodata and original documents.
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NESAC Recruitment 2026 Overview
Important Dates for NESAC Walk-in Interview 2026
- Candidates planning to attend the NESAC walk-in interview 2026 should note that there is no separate application deadline since this is a direct walk-in process. The interview dates differ post-wise, so candidates must check the exact date applicable to their post code.
NESAC Vacancy Details 2026 (16 Posts)
- NESAC Recruitment 2026 covers three categories of temporary positions across various scientific disciplines. Below is the post-wise breakup along with the number of vacancies and the scheduled interview date for each post code.
NESAC Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Candidates often ask what minimum academic percentage is required for NESAC Recruitment 2026 - the notification specifies fixed minimum aggregate marks or CGPA for postgraduate and graduate degree holders across all posts.
- M.E./M.Tech degree holders need a minimum aggregate of 60% (average of all semesters) or a CGPA/CPI of 6.5 on a 10-point scale or equivalent grade, from a recognized university.
- B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc degree holders need a minimum aggregate of 65% (average of all semesters) or a CGPA/CPI of 6.84 on a 10-point scale or equivalent grade, from a recognized university.
- Rounding-off of marks or CGPA grading is not allowed.
- All degrees must be duly recognized by AICTE/UGC or another organization authorized by the Government of India.
NESAC Educational Qualification Post-Wise
- Each post under NESAC Recruitment 2026 has a distinct essential qualification linked to the required discipline, along with desirable experience that gives candidates an edge during the interview.
- Research Scientist: First Class M.Sc./M.Tech/M.Sc.(Tech) or equivalent postgraduate degree in the relevant discipline (Geology, Computer Science, Disaster Management, Environmental Science, or Atmospheric Science, depending on post code), along with one year of research/work experience in the specified field. A Ph.D. in the relevant field is considered desirable experience for most Research Scientist posts.
- Junior Research Fellow: First Class M.Sc./M.Tech or equivalent postgraduate degree (or B.E./B.Tech for certain computer science posts) in the relevant discipline, along with a valid NET/GATE or equivalent qualification.
- Project Associate-I: First Class M.Sc. in Botany/Forestry/Environmental Science or equivalent discipline, along with a minimum of one year of experience in plant identification.
- Candidates must clearly mention, with supporting proof, any specialization, dissertation, or thesis in the relevant field wherever applicable, as this is required for their application to be considered.
NESAC Age Limit 2026
- The maximum age limit for NESAC Recruitment 2026 is calculated as on the date of interview and varies by post category, since Research Scientist, JRF, and Project Associate-I posts have separate age ceilings.
- Age relaxation of 5 years is available for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates. Ex-servicemen and Persons with Disabilities are eligible for age relaxation as per Government of India orders, and candidates claiming any relaxation must submit valid documentary proof. The date of interview will be treated as the cut-off date for age, qualification, and all other eligibility purposes.
NESAC Salary and Pay Scale 2026
- Candidates checking the NESAC Research Scientist salary, NESAC JRF salary, or NESAC Project Associate salary can refer to the fixed monthly emoluments below, along with applicable allowances.
- Junior Research Fellows and Project Associates-I are eligible only for casual leave, while Research Scientists are eligible for leave as per the institution's rules. Maternity leave, as per Government of India instructions, is available to all female Research Scientists and JRFs. Apart from these, selected candidates will not be entitled to any benefits or concessions admissible to regular employees.
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NESAC Application Fee 2026
- There is no application fee mentioned in the NESAC Recruitment 2026 notification, since selection is conducted entirely through a walk-in interview rather than an online application process. Candidates only need to carry their biodata and original documents to the venue on the scheduled interview date.
NESAC Selection Process 2026
- Selection for all posts under NESAC Recruitment 2026 is based purely on performance in the walk-in interview - there is no written exam or shortlisting test involved. Meeting the minimum qualification and experience criteria does not automatically make a candidate eligible for the interview; the prescribed qualification and benchmark are treated only as the minimum requirement.
- Only candidates who possess the required qualification as on the date of interview should attend.
- Students awaiting their final result should not appear for the walk-in interview.
- The prescribed experience will be considered valid only if gained after acquiring the essential qualification.
- Selection is entirely at the discretion of the interview panel based on performance on the day.
Documents Required for NESAC Walk-in Interview 2026
- Candidates attending the NESAC walk-in interview must carry a specific set of documents, failing which they will not be permitted to appear for the interview.
- Biodata neatly typed in the prescribed format (handwritten biodata is not accepted), available at nesac.gov.in/category/career/
- All relevant original documents supporting the details furnished in the biodata
- One set of self-attested photocopies of all supporting documents
- Original "No Objection Certificate" (NOC), mandatory for candidates already employed under Central/State Government, Public Sector Undertakings, or Autonomous Bodies
- A valid Government-issued photo ID proof such as Aadhaar or Passport
- For foreign degree holders: authorized translation/transcription of certificates not in English, along with an equivalency certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
- Separate biodata for each post, if applying for more than one post
How to Apply for NESAC Recruitment 2026 (Walk-in Interview)
- Since NESAC Recruitment 2026 does not have an online application process, eligible candidates must follow these steps to attend the walk-in interview:
- Download the biodata format from the official NESAC website: nesac.gov.in/category/career/
- Type the biodata neatly in the prescribed format and take a printout.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all supporting documents along with the original documents.
- Report directly to NESAC, Umiam, Ri-Bhoi District, Meghalaya, on the post-specific interview date (10, 11, or 12 August 2026).
- Carry the original NOC if already employed in a Government/PSU/Autonomous Body, and a valid Government photo ID for identity verification.
- If applying for more than one post, carry a separate biodata for each post applied for.
- No interim correspondence will be entertained. In case of any issue downloading the biodata format, candidates may email [email protected].
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Important Instructions for NESAC Recruitment 2026
- No request for change of interview date or venue will be entertained.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- Candidates must make their own arrangements for stay, if required.
- The interview may extend beyond office hours or to the next day, and candidates should be prepared to stay accordingly at their own expense.
- Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
- Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification.
- Selected candidates will be posted at NESAC, Umiam, Meghalaya, and Cherrapunjee, Meghalaya, but may be deputed anywhere in India at the discretion of the Director, NESAC.
- Selected JRFs are encouraged to register for a Ph.D. from a recognized university, though no leave is admissible for Ph.D. work.
- Any corrigendum or addendum relating to qualification, number of posts, or interview date will be published only on the NESAC website.
- Candidates must provide a valid email ID and contact number in their biodata; NESAC will not be responsible for non-communication due to invalid details.
- In case of any difference between the English and Hindi versions of the notification, the English version will be treated as final.
- NESAC encourages women candidates to apply as part of its effort to maintain gender balance in its workforce.
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Q4. How many vacancies are there in NESAC Recruitment 2026?
- There are 16 provisional vacancies in total — 5 Research Scientist posts, 10 Junior Research Fellow posts, and 1 Project Associate-I post.
Q5. What is the salary for NESAC Research Scientist, JRF, and Project Associate-I?
- Research Scientists receive ₹56,100 per month, Junior Research Fellows receive a fellowship of ₹37,000 per month, and Project Associate-I receives ₹31,000 per month, along with applicable HRA and medical benefits.
Q6. What is the age limit for NESAC Recruitment 2026?
- The maximum age is 28 years for M.Sc-based Research Scientist posts, 30 years for M.Tech-based Research Scientist posts, 28 years for JRF posts, and 35 years for Project Associate-I, as on the date of interview.
Q7. Is there an application fee for NESAC Recruitment 2026?
- No, there is no application fee since this recruitment is conducted entirely through a walk-in interview process.
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