National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR) — Ministry of Earth Sciences
Cut-off Date: 24 Sep 2026 — Candidates must be between 26 to 36 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 26 yrs | 36 yrs | — | 25 Sep 1990 to 24 Sep 2000 |
| EWS | 26 yrs | 36 yrs | — | 25 Sep 1990 to 24 Sep 2000 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 26 yrs | 39 yrs | +3 yrs | 25 Sep 1987 to 24 Sep 2000 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 26 yrs | 41 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Sep 1985 to 24 Sep 2000 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 26 yrs | 41 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Sep 1985 to 24 Sep 2000 |
| PwD (General) | 26 yrs | 46 yrs | +10 yrs | 25 Sep 1980 to 24 Sep 2000 |
Prescribed Age: 26–36 Years (As on 24 Sep 2026)
The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR) has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) & Senior Research Fellow (SRF), announcing a total of 6 vacancies located in Goa. To be eligible, applicants must hold Master’s degree in relevant subjects or B.E./B.Tech with 60% marks and NET/GATE for JRF; Master’s with 2 years research experience and 1 SCI publication for SRF. and be within the prescribed age limit of 28 years for JRF, 32 years for SRF as of 2026-07-09., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of JRF: Rs. 37,000 + HRA; SRF: Rs. 42,000 + HRA. The selection procedure comprises Walk-in interview and document verification.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Interview Date / Walk-in | 09 Jul 2026 |
|---|
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) & Senior Research Fellow (SRF) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 6 |
| Qualification | Master’s degree in relevant subjects or B.E./B.Tech with 60% marks and NET/GATE for JRF; Master’s with 2 years research experience and 1 SCI publication for SRF. |
| Age Limit | 28 years for JRF, 32 years for SRF as of 2026-07-09. |
| Salary | JRF: Rs. 37,000 + HRA; SRF: Rs. 42,000 + HRA |
| Application Fee | NIL |
| Selection Process | Walk-in interview and document verification. |
The National Centre for Polar & Ocean Research (NCPOR) has announced 6 openings for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Senior Research Fellow (SRF) positions under advertisement number NCPOR/2026/05. These positions are purely temporary, contractual engagements under specific project modes, initially for a duration of one year.
| Post | Project | Total Vacancies | Reservation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow | DOM | 4 | 3 UR, 1 OBC |
| Senior Research Fellow | Indian Southern Ocean Programme | 2 | 2 UR |
Candidates must meet the following educational and experience requirements to be eligible for the interview:
Age Limits: The upper age limit is 28 years for JRF and 32 years for SRF, as of July 9, 2026. Age relaxation will be provided according to Government of India guidelines.
Selection will be based on a walk-in interview and document verification process. Candidates must report at the designated venue on the scheduled date.
Candidates are required to bring a completed application form (as per Annexure-I of the official notification) along with recent passport-sized photographs. Ensure that all original academic and experience certificates, along with one set of self-attested photocopies, are available for verification. OBC candidates must provide a valid Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate.
No, these positions are project-based and temporary. Selected candidates will have no claim for regular or permanent absorption at NCPOR.
No, the institute will not provide any Travel Allowance or Dearness Allowance for attending the walk-in interview.
JRFs will receive Rs. 37,000 per month, and SRFs will receive Rs. 42,000 per month, plus applicable House Rent Allowance (HRA).
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