Job Description

The National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA), Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Pune (under Department of Atomic Energy, Govt. of India) has released multiple recruitment advertisements (2026/02, 2026/03, 2026/04, 2026/05) for various Engineer, Technical, Scientific Assistant, Laboratory Assistant, Clerk, Work Assistant, and Trainee posts at Pune, Khodad (GMRT), and RAC Ooty. Eligible candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notifications for each advertisement before applying online or offline to confirm eligibility regarding age, qualification, experience, reservation, and other criteria. The NCRA-TIFR Various Posts Recruitment 2026 Online/Offline Application process is open, with the last date for receipt of applications being 20th March 2026 (age, qualification & experience reckoned as on 01 January 2026).

NCRA-TIFR Various Posts Recruitment 2026 Overview
End Date
20 Mar 2026
Salary
₹23,000/- to ₹99,936/- pm
Vacancies
14 Posts
Eligibility
Diploma / B.Sc. / B.E./B.Tech / Graduate (60% where applicable) + Experience

Vacancy Details

Advt No.Post NameLocationNo of PostsMonthly Salary / Stipend
2026/02Technical Trainee (Telescope Observer)RAC Ooty2₹ 23,000
2026/02Technical Trainee (Electrical)RAC Ooty1₹ 23,000
2026/03Engineer-C (Electrical)Khodad1₹ 99,936 (TME)
2026/03Engineer-C (Civil)Khodad1₹ 99,936 (TME)
2026/04Scientific Assistant-B (IT Dept.)Pune1₹ 72,240 (TME)
2026/04Scientific Assistant-B (Telescope Observer)Khodad1₹ 62,316 (TME)
2026/04Technical Assistant-B (Civil)Khodad1₹ 62,316 (TME)
2026/04Laboratory Assistant-B (Electronics)Khodad1₹ 39,300 (TME)
2026/04Clerk-APune3₹46,484 (TME)
2026/05Scientific Assistant-B (Telescope Observer)RAC Ooty1₹62,316
2026/05Work AssistantRAC Ooty1₹ 31,662

How to Apply

Applications are to be submitted online through the respective advertisement links or offline in prescribed format (if online not possible).

  • Visit the specific advertisement link (2026/02 to 2026/05) on ncra.tifr.res.in for detailed notification and application instructions.
  • Ensure eligibility as on 01 January 2026 and prepare required documents.
  • Apply online via the provided link on the NCRA website for the respective advt.
  • If unable to apply online, download prescribed format from notification, fill it, attach self-attested documents, and send by post to the address given in the advertisement.
  • Submit before 20 March 2026; late applications will not be accepted.

Notifications

Advt 2026/02 – Technical Trainees (Ooty)View Notification
Advt 2026/03 – Engineer-C (Khodad)View Notification
Advt 2026/04 – Scientific / Technical / Clerk (Pune & Khodad)View Notification
Advt 2026/05 – Scientific Assistant & Work Assistant (Ooty)View Notification

Application Fee

Nil

Age Limit

Maximum 28–33 Years (refer to detailed eligibility criteria for post-wise age limits and relaxations).

Selection Process

  • Shortlisting based on merit (qualifications, experience, marks)
  • Written Test / Online Test / Skill Test (if number of applications is large)
  • Final Interview / Trade Test / Suitability assessment
  • Final selection based on performance and overall suitability

Organization

Name: National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA-TIFR)

The National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA), Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Pune (under Department of Atomic Energy, Govt. of India) has released multiple recruitment advertisements (2026/02, 2026/03, 2026/04, 2026/05) for various Engineer, Technical, Scientific Assistant, Laboratory Assistant, Clerk, Work Assistant, and Trainee posts at Pune, Khodad (GMRT), and RAC Ooty. Eligible candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notifications for each advertisement before applying online or offline to confirm eligibility regarding age, qualification, experience, reservation, and other criteria. The NCRA-TIFR Various Posts Recruitment 2026 Online/Offline Application process is open, with the last date for receipt of applications being 20th March 2026 (age, qualification & experience reckoned as on 01 January 2026).

Website: http://www.ncra.tifr.res.in/