Educational & Eligibility Qualifications:
• Qualifying Degree: Master's Degree in concerned field (Geology / Geophysics / Marine Sciences / Physical Oceanography / Chemistry / Environmental Sciences) OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Technology (B.E. / B.Tech.) in the relevant subject from a recognized University with at least 60% marks.
• National Examination: Must have qualified CSIR-UGC NET including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship), GATE, or hold a Ph.D. degree.
• Desirable Competencies: Experience in marine geological/geophysical data analysis, oceanographic numerical modeling, seawater trace metal sampling, and programming in Python / MATLAB / Fortran / FERRET.
• Project Alignment: Research investigations under Deep Ocean Mission (DOM) on mid-ocean ridge hydrothermal systems, ocean-atmosphere interactions, and marine geochemistry.
NCPOR Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in / Apply Online for 4 Junior Research Fellow Posts
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Aug 26, 2026
Starts
Aug 28, 2026
Deadline
Sep 7, 2026
Exam Date
Sep 11, 2026
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.
Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Upper age limit is 28 years as on the cut-off date (11.09.2026). Age relaxation is admissible for OBC candidates (up to 3 years) as per Government of India norms upon production of valid latest OBC-NCL certificate for 2026-2027.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Preliminary Verification of Emailed Applications for Online Interview Candidates (by 07.09.2026)
In-Person Registration & Document Verification for Walk-in Candidates (11.09.2026: 08:30 AM to 10:30 AM)
Personal Interview before Selection Board (Hybrid: Walk-in at NCPOR Goa / Online Video Conference)
The selection process offers hybrid participation:
1. Online Interview Candidates: Must email their duly filled application (Annexure-I) along with scanned self-attested testimonials to [email protected] on or before 07.09.2026 (5:00 PM). Meeting links will be emailed after preliminary document verification.
2. Walk-in Candidates: Must report in person at ESSO-NCPOR, Headland Sada, Vasco-da-Gama, Goa on 11.09.2026 between 08:30 AM and 10:30 AM for registration and original document verification.
3. Selection: Assessment by the expert selection committee based on academic merit, NET/GATE credentials, programming skills, and interview performance.
Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix
Verified Official SourceMulti-parameter scoring system used by the evaluation board for candidate screening.
| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate / B.Tech Academic Record (Minimum 60% Marks) | ||
| National Level Test Credential (CSIR-UGC NET / GATE / Ph.D.) | ||
| Research Experience, Data Analysis & Programming Skills (Python, MATLAB, Fortran, FERRET) | ||
| Personal Interview Performance (Domain Knowledge, Scientific Aptitude & Research Vision) |
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- Strict Dual Mode Deadlines: Candidates choosing the online interview mode MUST email their application form and attested documents to [email protected] by 07.09.2026 (5:00 PM). Physical walk-in candidates must register in person at NCPOR Goa on 11.09.2026 between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM sharp; late arrivals will be barred.
- Mandatory NET/GATE Qualification: A valid CSIR-UGC NET (including Lectureship/LS) or GATE score, or Ph.D., is strictly mandatory in addition to a Master's/B.Tech degree with minimum 60% marks.
- OBC Certificate Requirement: Candidates claiming OBC reservation must produce a valid OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate issued for the financial year 2026–2027 by the competent authority.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- JRF-01 (Geology / Geophysics) - Deep Ocean Mission2 (UR/OBC)
- JRF-02 (Oceanography / Atmospheric Science) - Deep Ocean Mission1 (UR)
- JRF-03 (Chemistry / Marine Chemistry) - Deep Ocean Mission1 (UR)
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Consolidated Monthly Fellowship: ₹37,000/- per month plus HRA. Initial engagement is for 1 year, extendable on performance up to the duration of the project.
Consolidated fellowship of ₹37,000/- per month plus admissible House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per MoES and Government of India norms under the Deep Ocean Mission project.
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.
Application Procedure
- For Walk-in Interview: Candidates must attend the walk-in interview on 11th September, 2026 (Friday). Registration will be from 08:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at NCPOR. Bring original documents along with one set of self-attested copies of all certificates/testimonials (date of birth, qualifications from 10th standard onwards, caste, experience certificates, relieving orders, etc.) and a recent passport-size photograph pasted on the application format.
- For Online Interview: Candidates wishing to appear online must submit all necessary documents along with the prescribed application format (as mentioned in point 11 of the General Conditions) via email to [email protected] by 07.09.2026 (Monday) by 5:00 PM. The link for the online interview will be forwarded to the candidate's email ID after preliminary verification of documents.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
Nil. No application fee is payable for attending the walk-in or online interview.
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Preliminary Verification of Emailed Applications for Online Interview Candidates (by 07.09.2026)
In-Person Registration & Document Verification for Walk-in Candidates (11.09.2026: 08:30 AM to 10:30 AM)
Personal Interview before Selection Board (Hybrid: Walk-in at NCPOR Goa / Online Video Conference)
The selection process offers hybrid participation:
1. Online Interview Candidates: Must email their duly filled application (Annexure-I) along with scanned self-attested testimonials to [email protected] on or before 07.09.2026 (5:00 PM). Meeting links will be emailed after preliminary document verification.
2. Walk-in Candidates: Must report in person at ESSO-NCPOR, Headland Sada, Vasco-da-Gama, Goa on 11.09.2026 between 08:30 AM and 10:30 AM for registration and original document verification.
3. Selection: Assessment by the expert selection committee based on academic merit, NET/GATE credentials, programming skills, and interview performance.
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Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant discipline (Geology, Geophysics, Marine Sciences, Physical Oceanography, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences) or a B.E./B.Tech degree with at least 60% marks, AND must have qualified CSIR-UGC NET (including Lectureship) or GATE, or hold a Ph.D.
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