The National Centre for Radio Astrophysics has released its latest official recruitment notification (Advt. No. 2026/06) to fill the 09 Project Engineer Posts.The online application portal at the official website (http://www.ncra.tifr.res.in/) will remain active from 01.01.2026 to 31.03.2026. Before submitting an application, candidates must carefully read the TIFR Project Engineer 2026 notification and verify their eligibility.
Eligible candidates with qualifications B.E/B.Tech, Master’s Degree can apply online. Candidates should note that the primary work locations for these posts are Pune. Registered candidates will receive a link to download their exam hall tickets via email approximately 4 to 7 days prior to the examination date.
TIFR Current Notification 2026 [Quick Summary]
| Organization Name: National Centre for Radio Astrophysics |
| Notification No: 2026/06 |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Fixed Term Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 09 Project Scientific Officer, Project Engineer (SRC Hardware), Project Engineer (OMC Software), Project Engineer (SDP Software), Project Engineer (SRC Software) Posts |
| Place of Posting: Pune |
| Starting Date: 01.01.2026 |
| Last Date: 31.03.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: http://www.ncra.tifr.res.in/ |
Current TIFR Job Openings:
- Project Scientific Officer – 01 Post
- Project Engineer (SRC Hardware) – 01 Post
- Project Engineer (OMC Software) – 02 Posts
- Project Engineer (SDP Software) – 01 Post
- Project Engineer (SRC Software) – 04 Posts
TIFR Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for TIFR:
- Project Scientific Officer –
- Minimum Qualification: Full Time Master’s degree in Physics/Astrophysics/Mathematics (with aggregate of 60% marks) from a recognized university OR Full time Degree in Engineering (BE/B. Tech with aggregate of 60% marks) from a recognized university/institute in Electronics or allied field.
- Experience: 1 years’ experience in science communication and outreach activities or teaching, in a formal or non-formal capacity.
- Essential skills:
- Knowledge of basic astronomy
- Good computer skills
- good communication skills
- Can speak and write fluently in English.
- Project Engineer (SRC Hardware) –
- Minimum Qualification: Full time Degree in Engineering (BE/ B. Tech with aggregate of 60% marks) from a recognized university/institute in Computer science, Information Technology, Electronics, Electronics and Telecommunications and allied fields
- Essential skills:
- Knowledge of Computer Organization and Computer Architecture.
- Knowledge of Networking fundamentals.
- Working knowledge of UNIX/ Linux operating system
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Ability to write programs in Python or other programming languages.
- Familiarity with computer hardware installation.
- Have a desire to learn new skills, be able to communicate clearly, work and collaborate with other team members
- Project Engineer (OMC Software) –
- Minimum Qualification: Full time Degree in Engineering (BE/ B. Tech with aggregate of 60% marks) from a recognized university/institute in Electronics / Computers or allied field.
- Project Engineer (SDP Software) –
- Minimum Qualification: Full time Degree in Engineering (BE/ B. Tech with aggregate of 60% marks) from a recognized university/institute in Electronics / Computers or allied field.
- Project Engineer (SRC Software) –
- Minimum Qualification: Full time Degree in Engineering (BE/ B.Tech with aggregate of 60% marks) from a recognized university/institute in Computer science, Information Technology, Electronics, Electronics and Telecommunications and allied fields.
- Essential Skills:
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of Data structures and algorithms
- Ability to write programs in Java or Golang or Java script or other programming languages.
- Knowledge of OO programming, SOLID principles
- Have a desire to learn new skills, be able to communicate clearly, work and collaborate with another team members
Age Limit for TIFR: (As on 31.03.2026)
- Project Scientific Officer – Maximum 31 years
- Project Engineer (SRC Hardware) – Maximum 33 years
- Project Engineer (OMC Software) – Maximum 31 years
- Project Engineer (SDP Software) – Maximum 28 years
- Project Engineer (SRC Software) – Maximum 31 years
Relaxation of Upper age limit:
- For SC/ ST Applicants: +5 years
- For OBC Applicants: +3 years
- For PwBD (Gen/ EWS) Applicants: +10 years
- For PwBD (SC/ ST) Applicants: +15 years
- For PwBD (OBC) Applicants: +13 years
- For Ex-Servicemen Applicants: As per Govt. Policy
Pay Scale for TIFR:
- Project Scientific Officer – Rs. 1,03,400/-
- Project Engineer (SRC Hardware) – Rs. 1,03,400/-
- Project Engineer (OMC Software) – Rs. 1,03,400/-
- Project Engineer (SDP Software) – Rs. 1,03,400/-
- Project Engineer (SRC Software) – Rs. 1,03,400/-
Method of Selection for TIFR:
- written test / skill test / trade test
- Interview
How to Submit an Application:
Eligible candidates shall apply online between 01.01.2026 and 31.03.2026 (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the National Centre for Radio Astrophysics website http://www.ncra.tifr.res.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Crucial Dates:
- Starting Date for Submission of Application: 01.01.2026
- Closing date for Submission of Application: 31.03.2026
