๐Ÿ”’ Closed ๐ŸŽ“ Bachelor's Degree ๐ŸŽ“ Master's Degree ๐ŸŽ“ Equivalent Qualification

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Positions under Project DOM

ESSO - National Centre for Polar & Ocean Research (NCPOR)
Total Vacancies
4
Job Location
Headland Sada, Vasco-da-Gama, Goa โ€“ 403 804
Apply Deadline
07 Sep 2026
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๐Ÿ“‹ Recruitment Overview
Organization ESSO - National Centre for Polar & Ocean Research (NCPOR) (NCPOR)
Job Category Technical
Eligibility Qualification Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), Master's Degree (masters-degree), Equivalent Qualification (equivalent-qualification)
Number of Vacancies 4 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale From โ‚น37,000 Per Month
Age Limits Maximum 28 Years
Gender Eligibility both
Experience Required - Experience is calculated from the date of acquiring the essential educational qualification. - No minimum experience is specified; however, desirable experience is mentioned for certain posts.
Application Fee - No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
๐Ÿ“„ Details & Description
- Recruitment for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions under the DOM project at NCPOR, an autonomous society under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India.
- Positions are temporary and on a contract basis for an initial period of one year, extendable based on performance and project requirements.
- Research areas include mid-ocean ridge hydrothermal venting and mineralization, ocean-atmosphere interactions, circulation dynamics, hydrographic characteristics, and chemical oceanography.
- Candidates can attend the interview either in-person at Headland Sada, Vasco-da-Gama, Goa, or via online mode.
๐ŸŽ“ Eligibility Criteria
- Masterโ€™s degree in Geology/Geophysics/Applied Geology/Applied Geophysics/Marine Geology/Marine Geophysics or equivalent, or Bachelorโ€™s degree in Engineering/Technology in a relevant subject with at least 60% marks.
- National Eligibility Tests - CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship)/Ph.D. or GATE qualified.
- Desirable: Work/research experience in marine geological/geophysical data analysis and hands-on experience with programming languages such as Fortran/Python/C++/MATLAB.
- For JRF-02: Masterโ€™s degree in Marine Science/Oceanography/Physical Oceanography/Atmospheric Science or Bachelorโ€™s degree in Engineering/Technology in a relevant subject with at least 60% marks.
- Desirable: Experience in oceanographic and atmospheric data analysis, numerical modeling, and programming (MATLAB/Python/FERRET).
- For JRF-03: Masterโ€™s degree in Chemistry/Marine Chemistry/Chemical Oceanography/Marine Sciences/Hydrochemistry/Environmental Sciences or equivalent, or Bachelorโ€™s degree in Engineering/Technology in a relevant subject with at least 60% marks.
- Desirable: Work/research experience in chemical oceanography, marine sciences, and marine chemistry/geochemistry, including sample preparation and analysis of seawater for chemical composition.
โš™๏ธ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on the performance in the walk-in interview (in-person or online).
- Candidates must bring original documents and self-attested copies for verification during the interview.
- Director, NCPOR reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process at any stage without assigning any reason.
๐Ÿท๏ธ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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๐Ÿ“‚ Required Documents
- Original documents and one set of self-attested copies of all certificates/testimonials (date of birth, qualifications from std X onwards, caste certificate, experience certificates, relieving order/discharge certificate from present employer, etc.).
- One self-attested recent passport-size photograph to be pasted in the application format.
- For online interview candidates: Submit all necessary documents along with the application in the prescribed format by email to pa-admin@ncpor.res.in by 07.09.2026 (5:00 PM).
- Candidates must mention the correct post code on the application.
- Valid photo ID document (Aadhaar card, Passport, PAN card, Voter ID, or Vehicle License) for in-person interview verification.
๐Ÿ’ณ Application Fee Details
- No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
โ“ Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How many vacancies are available for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions under the DOM project at NCPOR?
There are a total of 4 vacancies: 2 for JRF-01, 1 for JRF-02, and 1 for JRF-03.
Q. What is the age limit for applying to the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions at NCPOR?
The upper age limit is 28 years as of 11.09.2026. Age relaxation is applicable for OBC candidates as per Government of India norms.
Q. What is the last date to apply for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions at NCPOR?
The last date for submission of application and documents for online interview is 07.09.2026 by 5:00 PM. Walk-in interviews are scheduled for 11.09.2026.
Q. Is there an application fee for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) recruitment at NCPOR?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
Q. What is the salary for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions at NCPOR?
The salary is Rs. 37,000/- per month plus HRA.