RRI Research Associate Recruitment 2026 - Online Applications Open for 1 Vacancy

Age Details

• RA I: Not more than 35 years as of the closing date (age relaxation as per Government of India rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD)
• RA II: Not more than 36 years as of the closing date (age relaxation as per Government of India rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD)
• RA III: Not more than 37 years as of the closing date (age relaxation as per Government of India rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD)

Eligibility Details

• Post Name and Levels: Research Associate I (RA I), Research Associate II (RA II), Research Associate III (RA III)
• Educational Qualification: PhD in Theoretical/Statistical/Observational Cosmology, Astronomy, or closely related areas of Theoretical Physics
• Experience Requirements: RA I - Recent PhD; RA II - 1 year postdoctoral experience; RA III - 2 or more years postdoctoral experience
• Age Limits: RA I up to 35 years; RA II up to 36 years; RA III up to 37 years (as of the closing date) with Government of India rule-based relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PwD

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 10 February 2026
• Closing date for receiving applications: 27 February 2026

Application Fees

• The notification does not specify a mandatory application fee for all categories. If applicable, fee details will be provided in the official notification PDF.

How to Apply

• Apply online via the official RRI Careers portal by 27-02-2026.
• Ensure all personal, educational, and contact details are accurate.
• Upload scanned documents (photograph, signature, certificates) in the prescribed format.
• Pay the application fee online if applicable.
• Review all details before final submission and keep a printed copy for reference.

Links

• Apply Online: https://careers.rri.res.in/rrijobs/job_listing.php
• Notification PDF: https://www.rri.res.in/sites/default/files/other-openings/Advt_No_04_2026.pdf
• Official Website: https://www.rri.res.in