The National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA), a part of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), has officially released multiple recruitment notifications for the year 2026. The recruitment is published for a combined total of 39 vacancies across various posts including Engineers, Scientific Assistants, Technical Trainees, and Administrative roles at its Pune, Khodad (GMRT), and Ooty campuses. Those who meet the eligibility criteria can visit the official website, ncra.tifr.res.in, or the direct application link, to apply for this recruitment. The applications will be accepted until 20 March 2026.
NCRA Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
The NCRA Recruitment 2026 notifications (Advertisement Numbers 2026/01 to 2026/05) were released in February 2026. The notifications are published to deliver all the important details to the aspirants, which include the application dates, number of posts, eligibility criteria, and selection process. Here are a few important highlights from the notifications that candidates can know without scrolling through the NCRA Recruitment notification PDFs.
| Recruitment Name | NCRA Recruitment 2026 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA-TIFR) |
| Notification Date | February 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 39+ Posts (Regular, Project, and Trainee) |
| Post Category | Group C & Trainee Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | ncra.tifr.res.in |
| Online Application Start Date | To be announced |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
NCRA Vacancy 2026 Post-Wise Details
The NCRA Recruitment 2026 includes multiple posts under different advertisements. The number of vacancies is clearly mentioned in the official NCRA notifications. Reservation is provided for UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and PwBD as per government norms. Check here the total number of NCRA vacancies, service and post-wise.
| Adv. No. | Post Name | Location | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026/03 | Engineer-C (Electrical) | Khodad | 1 |
| 2026/03 | Engineer-C (Civil) | Khodad | 1 |
| 2026/04 | Scientific Assistant-B (IT) | Pune | 1 |
| 2026/04 | Scientific Assistant-B (Observer) | Khodad | 1 |
| 2026/04 | Technical Assistant-B (Civil) | Khodad | 1 |
| 2026/04 | Laboratory Assistant-B (Electronics) | Khodad | 1 |
| 2026/04 | Clerk-A | Pune | 3 |
| 2026/05 | Scientific Assistant-B (Observer) | Ooty | 1 |
| 2026/05 | Work Assistant | Ooty | 1 |
| 2026/02 | Technical Trainee (Telescope Observer) | Ooty | 2 |
| 2026/02 | Technical Trainee (Electrical) | Ooty | 1 |
| 2026/01 | Engineer Trainee (Civil) | Pune | 1 |
| 2026/01 | Engineer Trainee (Servo) | Khodad | 2 |
| 2026/01 | Engineer Trainee (Digital) | Khodad | 2 |
| 2026/01 | Technical Trainee (Electrical) | Khodad | 1 |
| 2026/01 | Technical Trainee (Civil) | Khodad | 2 |
| 2026/01 | Technical Trainee (Observer) | Khodad | 3 |
| 2026/01 | Project Technical Assistant (Civil) | Khodad | 1 |
| 2026/01 | Project Engineer-C (Mechanical) | Khodad | 1 |
| 2026/01 | Project Engineer-C (Civil) | Khodad | 1 |
| 2026/01 | Administrative Trainee | Khodad | 4 |
| 2026/01 | Administrative Trainee | Pune | 6 |
Check Notification and Application Here – 2026/01 | 2026/02 | 2026/03 | 2026/04 | 2026/05
NCRA Salary and Pay Scale 2026 Post-Wise
The table below provides the post-wise NCRA pay scale as per the latest NCRA notifications 2026. Candidates can check the salary from here for the post they are applying for. The salary is in INR (Indian Rupee).
| Post Name | Pay Level / Stipend | Total Monthly Emoluments (TME) (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Engineer-C | Level 10 / Stage 01 | ₹99,936 |
| Scientific Assistant-B (Pune) | Level 06 / Stage 01 | ₹72,240 |
| Scientific Assistant-B (Others) | Level 06 / Stage 01 | ₹62,316 |
| Technical Assistant-B | Level 06 / Stage 01 | ₹62,316 |
| Clerk-A | Level 03 / Stage 01 | ₹46,484 |
| Laboratory Assistant-B | Level 03 / Stage 01 | ₹39,300 |
| Work Assistant | Level 01 / Stage 01 | ₹31,662 |
| Project Engineer-C | Fixed Stipend | ₹1,03,400 |
| Project Technical Assistant | Fixed Stipend | ₹63,900 |
| Engineer Trainee | Fixed Stipend | ₹35,000 |
| Technical Trainee | Fixed Stipend | ₹23,000 |
| Administrative Trainee | Fixed Stipend | ₹22,000 |
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NCRA Eligibility Criteria 2026
Here is the post-wise eligibility criteria provided for the NCRA Recruitment Notification 2026. Candidates applying for NCRA 2026 must follow these eligibility parameters and then only apply. Failure to match the eligibility will cancel the candidature at the point of the selection process.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Essential Experience | Max Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineer-C (Electrical) | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engg. (60%) | 2 years | 28 Years |
| Engineer-C (Civil) | B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engg. (60%) | 2 years | 31 Years |
| Scientific Assistant-B (IT) | B.Sc. in CS/IT (60%) | 1 year | 28 Years |
| Scientific Asst-B (Observer) | B.Sc. (Physics/Electronics) or Diploma in DERE (60%) | 1 year in UNIX/Linux | 28 Years |
| Technical Asst-B (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engg. (60%) | 2 years | 28 Years |
| Lab Assistant-B (Electronics) | NTC (NCVT) in Electronics or allied (60%) | 2 years | 28 Years |
| Clerk-A | Graduate (50%) + Typing Knowledge | 1 year | 28-33 Years* |
| Work Assistant | SSC or Equivalent | 1 year | 28 Years |
| Project Tech Asst (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engg. (60%) + AutoCAD | 2 years | 28 Years |
| Project Engineer-C (Mech) | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engg. (60%) | Desirable | 28 Years |
| Project Engineer-C (Civil) | B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engg. (60%) + AutoCAD | 2 years | 28 Years |
| All Trainee Posts | As per relevant degree/diploma (60%) | Desirable/Varies | 28 Years |
*Age varies for reserved categories as per rules.
NCRA Selection Process 2026
The selection process for NCRA 2026 recruitment is provided below. It highlights the major phases that the candidate has to go through before finally joining the post.
- If the number of applications is large, the centre will shortlist candidates based on marks in the basic qualification and years of experience.
- Shortlisted candidates may have to appear for a written test, online test, and/or skill test.
- A primary merit list will be prepared based on these tests.
- Further shortlisting from this primary list will be done for the final written test or online interview.
- The top scorer from the final list prepared by the Selection Committee will be considered for selection.
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced under NCRA Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 39+ vacancies have been announced for various regular, project, and trainee posts across different advertisements.
Q2. What is the mode of NCRA application?
Ans: The NCRA recruitment process is primarily online. Candidates are encouraged to apply online at the official application link.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for NCRA recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the NCRA online application is 20 March 2026.
Q4. How will the age and experience be calculated for NCRA 2026?
Ans: Age, qualification, and experience will be reckoned as of 1 January 2026.
Q5. What is the salary for the Engineer-C post at NCRA?
Ans: The total monthly emoluments (TME) for the Engineer-C post is ₹99,936/-.
