JNCASR Recruitment 2026: The Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), an autonomous institution under the Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India, has released multiple advertisements for various administrative and technical positions.
Below is a comprehensive guide to the current job openings, eligibility criteria, and application process.
1. Vacancy Details for JNCASR Recruitment
JNCASR is looking for talented professionals for the following roles:
- Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO): 01 Post (UR) | Pay Level 10.
- Junior Accounts Officer (Jr. AcO): 01 Post (UR) | Pay Level 8.
- Junior Project Engineer (Jr. PE): 01 Post (UR) | Pay Level 6.
- Personal Assistant (PA): 01 Post (UR) | Pay Level 6.
- Junior Admin Assistant (JAA): 03 Posts (02 UR, 01 OBC) | Pay Level 2.
2. Eligibility Criteria
Age Limits (as of the application deadline)
- JAA: Between 18 and 25 years.
- Jr. AcO: Not exceeding 30 years.
- AAO, PA, and Jr. PE: Not exceeding/Below 35 years.
Educational Qualifications & Experience
- Assistant Administrative Officer: Master’s Degree (min 55% marks) and a certified course in Computer Applications. Requires 5 years of experience in Level 8 or 3 years in Level 9.
- Junior Accounts Officer: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (min 55% marks) and a certified course in Computer Applications. Requires 6 years in Level 6 or 2 years in Level 7 in account/budget work.
- Junior Project Engineer: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a minimum of 4 years of experience as a site/civil engineer.
- Personal Assistant: Master’s Degree with stenography (100 WPM) and typing (35 WPM). Alternatively, a 3-year Diploma in Secretarial/Commercial Practice. Experience ranges from 2–4 years depending on the qualification.
- Junior Admin Assistant: Bachelor’s degree, 35 WPM typing speed in English, and a certified course in computer applications.
3. Selection Process for JNCASR Recruitment
Selection for most posts involves a multi-stage process:
- Part A: General Aptitude Test (Online).
- Part B: Skill Test (Qualifying nature).
- Interview: Specifically required for the Assistant Administrative Officer post after qualifying Part B.
Note: The online tests will be conducted in Bengaluru, and the question papers will be in English only.
4. Application Fees
The fee structure is divided into an application fee and a processing fee:
- Application Fee: Rs. 500/- for General/OBC candidates.
- Exempted Categories: SC/ST, Women, Divyang, Ex-servicemen, and Transgender candidates pay Rs. Nil application fee.
- Processing Fee: Rs. 450/- applicable to all candidates.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for JNCASR Recruitment
Q: I applied for the Personal Assistant/Junior Project Engineer post under the 2025 advertisement. Do I need to apply again?
A: No. Candidates who applied against Advt No. JNC/AO/02/2025 (dated 05.04.2025) do not need to apply again; their previous applications remain valid.
Q: Where will the recruitment test be held?
A: The online test will be held exclusively in Bengaluru.
Q: Is there any age relaxation for internal staff?
A: Yes, regular staff members are eligible for age relaxation per GOI norms. Temporary or outsourced staff with at least 3 years of service at JNCASR may receive a one-time age relaxation up to a maximum age of 50 years.
Q: What documents are required for the application?
A: You must upload marks cards and certificates starting from Class 10th, degree certificates, caste certificates (if applicable), and detailed experience certificates.
Q: Can I apply for more than one post?
A: Yes, the online portal provides an option for candidates wishing to apply for multiple positions.