CSIR-NAL JRF / SRF Recruitment 2026 (Advt 14/2026) – 2 Posts, Bengaluru | Apply by 18 Oct
Council of Scientific & Industrial Research - National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), Bengaluru
Karnataka - Bengaluru, Karnataka
| Position | Code | Grade | Age | Last Date | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | JRF | Fellowship | —–28 | 18 Oct 2026 | 1 |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | SRF | Fellowship | —–32 | 18 Oct 2026 | 1 |
| Total Vacancies | 2 | ||||
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CSIR-NAL JRF / SRF Important Dates 2026
CSIR-NAL JRF / SRF Application Fee 2026
No application fee
CSIR-NAL JRF / SRF Age Limit 2026
Maximum Age
32 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
CSIR-NAL JRF / SRF Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Rs. 37,000-42,000 per month + HRA (JRF/SRF)
CSIR-NAL JRF / SRF Post Details
| S.No. | Position Title | Vacancies | Salary | Qualifications | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Junior Research Fellow (JRF)Grade: Fellowship | 1 | Rs. 37,000+HRA | First-class M.Sc. Physics/Material Science/Chemistry + CSIR-UGC NET or valid GATE | — | 28 yrs |
| 2 | Senior Research Fellow (SRF)Grade: Fellowship | 1 | Rs. 42,000+HRA | First-class M.Sc. + 2 yrs research + SCI paper + 2 yrs post-MSc, or M.Tech 60%+ (NET/GATE preferred) | — | 32 yrs |
| Total Vacancies | 2 | |||||
CSIR-NAL JRF / SRF Eligibility Criteria 2026
CSIR-NAL JRF / SRF Qualification / Education
CSIR-NAL JRF / SRF Job Details & Overview
CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), Bengaluru proposes to recruit one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) for three years under a BRNS-funded project and one Senior Research Fellow (SRF) for three years under a MeitY-funded project - Advt. No. 14/2026. Applications in a sealed cover must reach the Sr. Controller of Administration, NAL, Kodihalli, Bengaluru-560 017 on or before 18.10.2026.
Posts (total 2)
| Post | Posts | Essential qualification | Age | Fellowship |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 01 | First-class M.Sc. Physics/Material Science/Chemistry + CSIR-UGC NET (lectureship eligible) or valid GATE score | Up to 28 years | Rs. 37,000/month + HRA |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 01 | First-class M.Sc. Physics/Material Science/Electronics with minimum 2 years research experience, one SCI publication and at least two years post-M.Sc. research experience; OR M.Tech Nanotechnology/Electronics with at least 60% marks (NET/GATE preferred) | Up to 32 years | Rs. 42,000/month + HRA |
Other details
- Age relaxable by 5 years (SC/ST) and 3 years (OBC); PwD as per CSIR/GoI norms; age reckoned on the last date of receipt of application.
- Temporary engagement (JRF upgradation to SRF from third year based on performance for the BRNS post); minimum one-year commitment after appointment.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview by email; no TA will be paid.
How to apply
Download the application form from www.nal.res.in, fill it, and send it with a recent passport photo and copies of matriculation, 12th, degree and above, experience and work-nature certificates in a sealed cover superscribed “Application for the post of JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW / SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOW, Advt. No. 14/2026” to the Sr. Controller of Administration, NAL, P.B. No. 1779, HAL Airport Road, Kodihalli, Bengaluru-560 017, so as to reach on or before 18.10.2026.
Official links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Advertisement 14/2026 with application form (PDF) | Open |
| NAL Careers | Open |
FAQs
Posts?
JRF 1 + SRF 1.
Last date?
18.10.2026 (as per advertisement).
Fellowship?
JRF Rs. 37,000; SRF Rs. 42,000 (+HRA).
CSIR-NAL JRF / SRF Important Links
How to Apply for CSIR-NAL JRF / SRF Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Council of Scientific & Industrial Research - National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), Bengaluru's CSIR-NAL JRF / SRF Recruitment 2026 (Advt 14/2026) – 2 Posts, Bengaluru | Apply by 18 Oct before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Council of Scientific & Industrial Research - National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), Bengaluru recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee of No application fee online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 18 Oct 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
CSIR-NAL JRF / SRF Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
CSIR-NAL JRF / SRF Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Council of Scientific & Industrial Research - National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), Bengaluru recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Council of Scientific & Industrial Research - National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), Bengaluru notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 18 Oct 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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What is CSIR-NAL JRF / SRF Recruitment 2026 (Advt 14/2026) – 2 Posts, Bengaluru | Apply by 18 Oct?
CSIR-NAL JRF / SRF Recruitment 2026 (Advt 14/2026) – 2 Posts, Bengaluru | Apply by 18 Oct is a government recruitment notification published by CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026 start on 24 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply for CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026 is 18 October 2026.
What is the application fee for CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026?
No application fee
What is the age limit for CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026?
Maximum age limit for CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026 is 32 years as on the cutoff date, subject to applicable relaxations.
What is the qualification required for CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026?
First-class M.Sc. Physics/Material Science/Chemistry/Electronics or M.Tech Nano/Electronics; NET/GATE
How to apply for CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.