Ncess Junior Research Fellow Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Ncess for the post of Junior Research Fellow. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
M.Tech / M.E, MBBS / Medical Degree. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2025-02-07 |
| presentation | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Visit the official NCESS portal (ncess.gov.in), navigate to the vacancies section, and register using a valid email ID and mobile number to generate login credentials.
Complete the online application form by entering personal, academic details such as CSIR-UGC NET or GATE scores, and professional experience accurately in the designated fields.
Upload scanned copies of essential documents including passport-size photograph, signature, date of birth proof, degree certificates, and valid NET/GATE scorecard in PDF/JPEG format.
Pay the application fee (if applicable) online through the integrated payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and save the transaction receipt.
Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page, and regularly monitor the registered email and NCESS website for interview call letters or screening updates.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Ncess Junior Research Fellow Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.
| Selection Phase / Exam Paper | Weightage & Duration | Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Screening of Applications | Qualifying (No Marks / No Duration) | Evaluation of essential academic qualifications, post-graduation percentage, and validity of national-level eligibility tests like CSIR-UGC NET or GATE scorecards. |
| Stage 2: Technical Interview | 100 Marks / 30 to 45 Minutes | Core Earth System Sciences, Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology, Geochemistry, Geophysics, Marine Geology, Research Methodology, and candidate's Master's thesis or project work. |
| Stage 3: Document Verification | Qualifying (No Marks / 1 Day) | Verification of original academic degrees, NET/GATE certificates, category certificates for reservation, date of birth proof, and character certificates. |
| Stage 4: Final Merit List | Based on Interview Performance | Consolidation of interview scores, medical fitness clearance, and formal issuance of the fellowship offer letter by the NCESS administration. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position at the National Centre for Earth Science Studies (NCESS) is governed by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) guidelines rather than the standard 7th CPC Pay Matrix levels. Under the latest DST OM, a JRF receives a consolidated monthly fellowship of Rs. 37,000/-. In addition to this basic fellowship, House Rent Allowance (HRA) is provided as per Central Government norms. For Thiruvananthapuram (classified as a Class Y city), HRA is applicable at 20%, amounting to Rs. 7,400/-. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to Rs. 44,400/-. Since JRFs are fellowship-based positions, they are exempt from standard NPS or PF deductions, meaning the in-hand net monthly estimate remains approximately Rs. 44,400/-. No Dearness Allowance (DA) or Transport Allowance (TA) is admissible, but contingency grants are provided annually to support research activities.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines and Ministry of Earth Sciences mandates, NCESS implements statutory reservations for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS, and PwBD candidates. Age relaxation is granted up to 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD candidates. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Women candidates are exempted from paying application fees and receive age relaxation as per DST norms, ensuring equitable opportunities and promoting gender diversity in scientific research cadres across the institute.
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Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Earth Sciences, Geology, Geophysics, or Atmospheric Sciences with at least 60% marks, along with a valid CSIR-UGC NET or GATE score.
No normalization is applied because the selection is conducted through a direct personal interview of the shortlisted candidates rather than a multi-shift written examination.
There is no financial service bond, but selected JRFs must sign an undertaking to complete their assigned research tenure or provide a prior one-month notice before resigning.
The initial appointment is for one year. It is extendable annually up to a maximum of three years as JRF, subject to satisfactory performance reviews by the assessment committee.
The syllabus aligns with the CSIR-UGC NET Earth Sciences curriculum, focusing on structural geology, geochemistry, geophysics, environmental geology, and basic research methodology.
Selected candidates will be primarily posted at the NCESS headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, but they may be required to undertake extensive field studies across India.