Overview
VSSC has announced recruitment of 2 Research Scientist positions on contract basis for 3 years, with salary Rs.56,100 plus allowances. Eligible candidates with M.Sc. in Meteorology/Atmospheric Science and age limit 28 years can apply online from 29 Dec 2025 to 12 Jan 2026. Selection will be based on interview after initial screening.
Key Details
- Organization
- Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC)
- Qualification
- M.Sc. Degree in Meteorology / Atmospheric Science with minimum 65% marks or CGPA/CPI grading of a minimum of 6.84 on a 10 scale
- Vacancies
- 2
- Posted
- 29 December 2025
- Last date to apply
- 12 January 2026 17:00
Important Dates
| Eligibility Date | 12 January 2026 |
| Opening Date of Online Application | 29 December 2025 10:00 |
| Closing Date of Online Application | 12 January 2026 17:00 |
| Start Date | 29 December 2025 |
| Last Date | 12 January 2026 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
VSSC, Thiruvananthapuram: 2
Selection Process
Initial screening of applications to shortlist candidates for interview; final selection based on interview performance
How to Apply
Visit https://www.vssc.gov.in, Click on 'Apply Online' for Research Scientist, Fill in the application form with required details, Pay the application fee (if applicable), Submit the application, Print or save the PDF copy of the submitted form, Prepare necessary documents such as NOC, equivalency certificate, etc. for interview
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for VSSC Research Scientist Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online?
Eligibility Date: 12 January 2026; Opening Date of Online Application: 29 December 2025 10:00; Closing Date of Online Application: 12 January 2026 17:00; Start Date: 29 December 2025; Last Date: 12 January 2026
What is the age limit?
28 years (minimum age 18 years). Age relaxation for ex‑servicemen, meritorious sportspersons & persons with benchmark disabilities as per Government orders
What is the selection process?
Initial screening of applications to shortlist candidates for interview; final selection based on interview performance