ISRO Recruitment Notification 2024
The Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), one of the leading centres of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), invites applications for two exciting positions – Research Scientist and Project Associate-I. These vacancies offer an opportunity to work in the field of meteorology and atmospheric science, contributing to cutting-edge research and development projects. Firstly, the Research Scientist position is a purely contractual role for a period of 3 years, with a total of 2 vacancies available. Candidates must possess an M.Sc. degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science with a minimum aggregate of 65% marks or an equivalent CGPA/CPI grading of 6.84 on a 10-point scale. Secondly, there is 1 vacancy for the Project Associate-I position, which is initially for one year and renewable annually (until March 2026) based on satisfactory progress. Candidates for this role should hold an M.Sc. degree in Physics, Atmospheric Science, or Meteorology with the same academic qualifications as the Research Scientist position. Furthermore, online applications for these positions will open from 1000 hours on 22.04.2024 and close at 1700 hours on 06.05.2024.
ISRO Notification 2024: Overview
- Organization Name: Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
- Job Category: Government
- Recruitment Type: Contract-based and Project-based
- Post Name: Research Scientist, Project Associate-I
- Total Vacancy: 3 (2 for Research Scientist, 1 for Project Associate-I)
- Job Location: VSSC, Thiruvananthapuram, but liable to be posted anywhere in India
- Salary: Rs. 37,000/- to Rs. 95,000/- per month (depending on the position)
- Apply Mode: Online
- Last Date to Apply: 06.05.2024 (1700 hours)
Vacancy Details
To begin with, there are 2 vacancies for the Research Scientist position and 1 vacancy for the Project Associate-I role. However, it is important to note that the number of vacancies may vary depending on the actual requirement, and VSSC reserves the right not to fill any of the vacancies if deemed necessary.
Age Limit
The age limit for both positions is 28 years for Unreserved (UR) candidates as of 06.05.2024. For Other Backward Classes (OBC), the age limit is 28 years, while for Scheduled Castes (SC)/Scheduled Tribes (ST), it is 28 years. Candidates belonging to the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) category also have an age limit of 28 years. Additionally, the minimum age requirement for all posts is 18 years as of 06.05.2024. It is worth mentioning that ex-servicemen, meritorious sportspersons, and persons with benchmark disabilities (PWBD) are eligible for age relaxation as per the Government of India orders.
Salary and Allowances
The Research Scientist position offers a Pay Level of 10, with a remuneration of Rs. 56,100/- plus allowances as applicable. This translates to an approximate salary of Rs. 95,000/- per month. On the other hand, the Project Associate-I role has a consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 31,000/- plus HRA, amounting to approximately Rs. 37,000/- per month.
Qualifications
As mentioned earlier, candidates for the Research Scientist position must possess an M.Sc. degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science with a minimum aggregate of 65% marks (average of all semesters) or a CGPA/CPI grading of at least 6.84 on a 10-point scale or equivalent. Similarly, candidates for the Project Associate-I role should hold an M.Sc. degree in Physics, Atmospheric Science, or Meteorology with the same academic qualifications.
ISRO Recruitment 2024 Application Process
Applications will be accepted online only, and all further communications will be made to the applicants via email or the VSSC website. Therefore, candidates are advised to check their email and visit the VSSC website (http://www.vssc.gov.in) regularly. To submit online applications, visit the VSSC website from 1000 hours on 22.04.2024 to 1700 hours on 06.05.2024. Additionally, candidates registered under the National Career Service (NCS) portal and meeting the eligibility criteria may visit the ISRO website and follow the application procedure as stated.