NCCR Recruitment 2026 Detailed Notification Released: Apply Online for 4 Project Scientist Vacancies by September 19

• National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR) has announced four Project Scientist vacancies under the Mission Mausam programme for Project Scientist-I, II and III positions.
• Selected candidates will receive monthly emoluments ranging from Rs. 56,000 to Rs. 78,000 plus HRA, depending on the post.
• Online applications must be submitted by September 19, 2026, and the positions are temporary and contractual, initially valid up to March 31, 2027.

The National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR), an attached office of the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India, has invited online applications for four Project Scientist positions under the Mission Mausam programme. The recruitment includes one Project Scientist-III, one Project Scientist-II and two Project Scientist-I vacancies in Geoinformatics, Remote Sensing, Civil Engineering, Computer Science and related fields.

NCCR issued the advertisement on August 29, 2026, and eligible Indian nationals can submit applications online until September 19, 2026. The positions are purely temporary and contractual, initially valid up to March 31, 2027, with the possibility of extension depending on performance review and project requirements. Selected candidates may be posted at Chennai, Visakhapatnam or elsewhere in India.

NCCR Project Scientist Recruitment 2026 Notification

NCCR is conducting the recruitment under Advertisement No. MoES/NCCR/Mission Mausam/Recruit.PS/NCCR/MM/Proj/01/2026. All four positions require First Class qualifications with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.

NCCR Project Scientist Vacancy 2026

The four vacancies are divided across four post codes, with all positions listed as unreserved.

Project Scientist-III Eligibility

For Post Code PS-III-MM1, candidates need a Master’s Degree in Geoinformatics, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, Remote Sensing or an equivalent discipline from a recognised university or institute with First Class or a minimum of 60% marks/equivalent CGPA.

Applicants must also have at least seven years of research experience in relevant fields or GIS applications involving multi-hazard modelling and mapping for coastal zone management.

Experience with web-GIS dashboards, numerical models and field surveys is preferred. A Ph.D. in Geoinformatics, Geomatics, Remote Sensing or an equivalent field is desirable, along with experience in 1D/2D flood and hydrological modelling using tools such as MIKE-21, HEC-HMS or HEC-RAS.

Project Scientist-II Eligibility

For PS-II-MM2, candidates require a First Class Master’s Degree with at least 60% marks in Geoinformatics, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, Remote Sensing or an equivalent field.

At least five years of relevant research experience in GIS applications for multi-hazard modelling and mapping for coastal zone management is required.

Experience in web-GIS dashboards, numerical models and field surveys is preferred. A relevant Ph.D. and experience with 1D/2D flood and hydrological modelling are desirable.

Project Scientist-I Eligibility

The two Project Scientist-I vacancies have different qualification requirements.

PS-I-MM3 – Civil Engineering

Candidates need a First Class B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification with at least 60% marks.

Experience in numerical modelling of free-surface flows and coastal processes using MIKE-21, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS or Delft-3D is desirable.

PS-I-MM4 – Computer Science/IT

Candidates require either a First Class Master’s Degree in Computer Science/Computer Applications or a First Class B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/Information Technology.

Desirable skills include MATLAB and Python programming for oceanographic data analysis, development of Web-GIS dashboards using ArcGIS Server or GeoServer environments, and Android application development.

Age Limit

The maximum age varies according to the Project Scientist level.

The age limit is reckoned as on August 1, 2026. Relaxation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD and Ex-Servicemen candidates will be applicable according to Government of India rules.

NCCR Project Scientist Salary 2026

Monthly remuneration is fixed according to the Project Scientist level.

The positions are project-based appointments and should not be treated as permanent employment.

Contract Tenure and Posting

The appointments are purely temporary and contractual and will initially remain valid up to March 31, 2027.

The tenure may be extended based on the candidate’s performance review and continuing project requirements.

Selected candidates may be posted at NCCR Chennai, NCCR Visakhapatnam or any other location in India according to project requirements.

Experience Calculation

For posts requiring professional or research experience, experience will be counted after obtaining the prescribed essential qualification.

A completed Ph.D. can be counted as three years of experience. However, where the Ph.D. was obtained while the candidate was in regular service, only the actual period of service will be counted as experience.

Important Dates

NCCR Recruitment 2026 Important Links

Application Fee

No application fee has been specified for NCCR Project Scientist Recruitment 2026.

How to Apply for NCCR Project Scientist Recruitment 2026

Candidates must submit their applications online through the NCCR Mission Mausam recruitment portal. Applications through offline or other modes will not be accepted.

1. Visit the official NCCR website at nccr.gov.in.
2. Open the Mission Mausam recruitment section.
3. Read Advertisement No. MoES/NCCR/Mission Mausam/Recruit.PS/NCCR/MM/Proj/01/2026 carefully.
4. Select the appropriate Project Scientist post and verify its qualification, experience and age requirements.
5. Complete the online application with the required personal, educational and professional information.
6. Upload scanned copies of educational certificates, experience documents, age proof, category certificates and other applicable records in the prescribed format.
7. Review the entered information and uploaded documents carefully.
8. Submit the application online on or before September 19, 2026.
9. Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Candidates called for the interview will not be provided TA/DA. Applicants should regularly check the NCCR website for interview schedules, corrigenda and other recruitment updates.