Table of Contents – NCRA TIFR Recruitment 2026
- Quick Summary – NCRA 2026
- Advertisement-wise Vacancy Details – 38 Posts
- Post-wise Qualification
- Age Limit (as on 20-03-2026)
- Post-wise Pay Scale
- Selection Process
- How to Apply – Online / Offline
- Important Dates – NCRA 2026
- Important Links & Official Notification
- Career Opportunities & Preparation Tips – NCRA TIFR Posts
- NCRA TIFR FAQ 2026
NCRA TIFR Recruitment 2026 – 38 Posts (Engineer Trainee, Technical Trainee, Scientific Assistant, Technical Assistant, Clerk-A & More) – Apply Now
National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA-TIFR) Recruitment 2026 invites applications (Advt. Nos. 2026/01 to 2026/05) for 38 vacancies across Pune, Khodad & Ooty campuses. Positions include Engineer Trainee (Civil/Servo/Digital), Technical Trainee (Electrical/Civil/Telescope Observer), Project Engineer-C (Mechanical/Civil), Project Technical Assistant (Civil), Administrative Trainee, Scientific Assistant-B (IT/Telescope Observer), Technical Assistant-B (Civil), Laboratory Assistant-B (Electronics), Clerk-A, Work Assistant. Apply online at tinyurl.com/ncrajob2026 from 20 February 2026 to 20 March 2026. Hard copy also accepted. Full eligibility & apply process below.
NCRA TIFR Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary
| Organization | National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA-TIFR) |
| Job Category | Central Govt / Research & Scientific Jobs |
| Employment Type | Regular / Trainee / Project Basis |
| Total Vacancies | 38 Posts |
| Job Locations | Pune, Khodad, PuneOoty |
| Apply Mode | Online (preferred) / Hard Copy |
| Online Period | 20 Feb 2026 – 20 Mar 2026 |
| Official Website | ncra.tifr.res.in |
NCRA TIFR Recruitment 2026 – Advertisement-wise Vacancy Details
| Advertisement No | Post Name | Location | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026/01 | Engineer Trainee (Civil) | Pune | 01 |
| 2026/01 | Engineer Trainee (Servo) | Khodad | 02 |
| 2026/01 | Engineer Trainee (Digital) | Khodad | 02 |
| 2026/01 | Technical Trainee (Electrical) | Khodad | 01 |
| 2026/01 | Technical Trainee (Civil) | Khodad | 02 |
| 2026/01 | Technical Trainee (Telescope Observer) | Khodad | 03 |
| 2026/01 | Project Technical Assistant (Civil) | Khodad | 01 |
| 2026/01 | Project Engineer-C (Mechanical) | Khodad | 01 |
| 2026/01 | Project Engineer-C (Civil) | Khodad | 01 |
| 2026/01 | Administrative Trainee | Khodad | 04 |
| 2026/01 | Administrative Trainee | Pune | 06 |
| 2026/02 | Technical Trainee (Telescope Observer) | Ooty | 02 |
| 2026/02 | Technical Trainee (Electrical) | Ooty | 01 |
| 2026/03 | Engineer-C (Electrical) | Khodad | 01 |
| 2026/03 | Engineer-C (Civil) | Khodad | 01 |
| 2026/04 | Scientific Assistant-B (IT) | Pune | 01 |
| 2026/04 | Scientific Assistant-B (Telescope Observer) | Khodad | 01 |
| 2026/04 | Technical Assistant-B (Civil) | Khodad | 01 |
| 2026/04 | Laboratory Assistant-B (Electronics) | Khodad | 01 |
| 2026/04 | Clerk-A | Pune | 03 |
| 2026/05 | Scientific Assistant-B (Telescope Observer) | Ooty | 01 |
| 2026/05 | Work Assistant | Ooty | 01 |
| Total 38 Posts | |||
NCRA TIFR Recruitment 2026 – Post-wise Qualification
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Engineer Trainee (Civil / Servo / Digital) | BE/B.Tech (Civil / ECE / Electronics) with min 60% marks |
| Technical Trainee (Electrical / Civil / Telescope Observer) | Diploma in Electrical/Civil OR B.Sc (Physics/Electronics) OR DERE |
| Project Engineer-C (Mechanical / Civil) | BE/B.Tech (Mechanical / Civil) with min 60% marks + 2 years experience |
| Project Technical Assistant (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engg with min 60% marks + AutoCAD knowledge |
| Administrative Trainee | Graduate + typing & PC knowledge |
| Engineer-C (Electrical / Civil) | BE/B.Tech (Electrical / Civil) with min 60% marks + 2 years experience |
| Scientific Assistant-B (IT / Telescope Observer) | B.Sc (CS/IT/Physics/Electronics) OR Diploma (Electronics) with min 60% marks + experience |
| Technical Assistant-B (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engg with min 60% marks + AutoCAD & PC knowledge |
| Laboratory Assistant-B (Electronics) | NTC (Electronics) with min 60% marks + 2 years lab experience |
| Clerk-A | Graduate with min 50% marks + typing & MS Office knowledge |
| Work Assistant | SSC / Equivalent |
NCRA TIFR Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit (as on 20-03-2026)
| Post Name | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| All Trainee / Assistant / Engineer Posts | 28 Years |
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST +5 | OBC +3 | PwBD +10–15 | Ex-Servicemen as per rules
NCRA TIFR Recruitment 2026 – Post-wise Pay Scale
| Post Name | Monthly Pay (₹) |
|---|---|
| Engineer Trainee (Civil/Servo/Digital) | 35,000 |
| Technical Trainee (Electrical/Civil/Telescope Observer) | 23,000 |
| Project Engineer-C (Mechanical/Civil) | 1,03,400 |
| Project Technical Assistant (Civil) | 63,900 |
| Administrative Trainee | 22,000 |
| Engineer-C (Electrical/Civil) | 99,936 |
| Scientific Assistant-B (IT/Telescope Observer) | 62,316 – 72,240 |
| Technical Assistant-B (Civil) | 62,316 |
| Laboratory Assistant-B (Electronics) | 39,300 |
| Clerk-A | 46,484 |
| Work Assistant | 31,662 |
NCRA TIFR Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
- Written Test
- Skill Test / Certificate Verification
How to Apply – NCRA TIFR Recruitment 2026
- Preferred: Apply online at tinyurl.com/ncrajob2026
- Offline option: Download format, fill & send hard copy to:
- Administrative Officer-D (Establishment),
NCRA-TIFR,
Post Bag 3, Ganeshkhind,
Savitribai Phule Pune University Campus,
Pune – 411007 - Superscribe envelope with post applied for
- Last date: 20 March 2026
NCRA TIFR Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
- Online Application Start: 20 February 2026
- Online / Hard Copy Last Date: 20 March 2026
NCRA TIFR Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
Career Opportunities & Preparation Tips – NCRA TIFR Recruitment 2026
Why Join NCRA-TIFR?
- Work in world-class radio astronomy centre under TIFR – high prestige
- Opportunity in engineering, technical, scientific & admin roles in telescope & research projects
- Attractive pay scales ₹22,000 – ₹1,03,400 + research exposure
- Locations: Pune, Khodad (GMRT), Ooty – unique scientific campuses
- Trainee & regular roles with strong career growth in astrophysics & tech
- Contribute to cutting-edge radio astronomy & national science missions
How to Prepare & Succeed in NCRA TIFR Recruitment 2026
- Highlight relevant qualification – BE/B.Tech/Diploma/B.Sc in Civil/Electronics/Electrical/Physics/IT
- Prepare written test – technical subjects, reasoning, English, basic computer knowledge
- Prepare for skill test / interview – AutoCAD, electronics, telescope operations, admin skills
- Keep documents ready – degree certificates, mark sheets, experience letters, ID proof
- Apply online early via tinyurl.com/ncrajob2026 or send hard copy
- Check age limit – mostly 28 years + relaxations
Pro Tip 2026: NCRA has diverse roles – strong technical background + relevant experience = high shortlisting chance. Administrative Trainee (10 posts) & Engineer Trainee roles are high in number – apply early.
NCRA TIFR Recruitment 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How many vacancies are there in NCRA 2026 recruitment?
A: Total 38 posts across Advt. 2026/01 to 2026/05
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: 20 March 2026
Q: Salary for Engineer Trainee?
A: ₹35,000 per month
Q: Selection process?
A: Written Test + Skill Test / Certificate Verification
Q: Where are the postings?
A: Pune, Khodad (GMRT), Ooty
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