JRF IN VSSC

Eligibility:

First Class M.Sc. Degree in Physics/Applied Physics/Atmospheric Science

/Meteorology/Space Science/Planetary Sciences/Astronomy & Astrophysics 

with minimum 60% marks as average of all semesters or CGPA/CPI grading 

of 6.5 on a 10 point scale or equivalent.

Those who are slated to complete the M.Sc. course in the academic year 

2011-2012 are also eligible to apply provided final year mark list 

and certificate (satisfying the eligibility criteria) is to be produced

 at the time of written test/interview.

Age Limit:

28 years as on 26.06.2012 (31 years for OBC candidates and 33 years in

 case of SC/ST candidates. Persons with Disability are eligible for age

 relaxation as per rules).

Selection Process:

The qualification prescribed is the minimum requirement and the same does 

not automatically make candidates eligible for written test and interview.

Based on the bio-data, initial screening will be conducted to short-list 

candidates for written test. However, candidates who have cleared UGC-NET/CSIR 

for research fellowship (not lectureship) or have valid GATE score will be

directly called for interview. The schedule and venue of written test/interview 

will be intimated later. Candidates qualifying in the written test will have to 

appear for an interview.

Pay and Allowances:

The Fellowship is initially for a period of ONE YEAR and is renewable annually 

for a total period of FIVE years. There will be a review of the activity before

 renewal. As of now, the Fellowship carries an amount of ` 16,000 per month, 

which might be increased to ` 18,000/- after completion of two years. Candidates 

are also eligible for HRA as admissible to regular employees of VSSC.

General Conditions:

01. The number of vacancies indicated above is provisional and may vary 

depending on the actual requirement.

02. Candidates will have to produce proof of the details furnished in their 

applications submitted on-line as and when required.

03. Only short listed candidates will be called for Written Test/Interview.

04. Outstation candidates called for Interview will be paid to and fro Second 

Class Railway Fare by the shortest route including reservation/sleeper 

charges on production of proof of journey such as Railway Tickets/Ticket Number

 or Bus tickets, etc. If the candidates travel in a higher class of accommodation

 than the one prescribed, only Second Class rail fare excluding the 

reservation charges/sleeper charges will be paid.

05. If any information furnished on-line is found to be incorrect or false on

 verification, the candidate will not be interviewed and Travelling Allowance 

will not be paid.

06. The Centre reserves the right not to fill up the position, if it so decides.

07. Only Indian Nationals need apply.

08. No interim correspondence will be entertained.

09. Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.

Government strives to have a workforce which reflects gender balance and women 

candidates are encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY 
Upon on-line registration, applicants will be provided with an on-line Registration

 Number, which should be carefully preserved for future reference. After submission,

 it is mandatory for the applicant to send the printed application form (confirmatory

 copy of the application) along with the following documents by speed post without

 which online application will not be considered.

1. A ‘No Objection Certificate’ from the employer concerned in respect of those 

applicants who are employed under Central/State Government/Public Sector 

         The above documents should reach within seven days of registering the 

application and in any case not later than 03.07.2012.

Guidelines To Fill The Online Application
STEP 1:  REGISTRATION
You would require your e-mail ID to register. You can register only once 
using this e-mail ID. 
Click on the link "Apply Now". Fill all the fields and click on the 'SUBMIT'
  button. On successful registration, you will receive an e-mail with 
following details:
From : no-reply@vssc.gov.in 
Subject: Reg: Advt.No.RMT273 of VSSC RECRUITMENT
Then click on the link given in the e-mail to open your online application 
form. Check your SPAM/BULK MAIL folders if the mail is not seen in the INBOX.
STEP 2:  APPLICATION
Fill in all the information correctly and "SUBMIT". On Submission, you will
 have an opportunity to preview and confirm. Read all the details carefully. 
If any change is required, Click on "GO BACK". 
To finally submit your application, click on "CONFIRM" button. On 
successful application, your registration number will be displayed on screen 
and an e-mail will be sent to you. Note down your Registration Number and 
keep in a safe place. This would be required for checking the status 
of your application in future.
STEP 3:  PRINT THE APPLICATION
This step is required to send your application summary by post. 
Click on the "PRINT APPLICATION SUMMARY FORM" button. Take two print-outs 
of the form.
OBC candidates may please refer to the declaration form Declaration form
 to be attached along with Application.  
STEP 4: SEND SUMMARY FORM BY SPEED POST
This step is mandatory to complete the application procedure. Without this
, your application will not be considered.
Send one copy affixed with your latest photograph and Testimonial together
with No Objection Certificate, OBC/SC attested caste certificates (if applicable)
 by Speed post to the address mentioned below super scribed in the cover 
Registration no,Advertisement No. VSSC-273,Dated 10.06.2012. 

SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER,

RECRUITMENT & REVIEW SECTION,

VIKRAM SARABHAI SPACE CENTRE,

ISRO (PO), ATF AREA,

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM - 695022

KERALA

Important Dates to Remember
1. Opening Date for Online Registration: June 12, 2012 10:00 Hrs
2. Closing Date for Online Registration: June 26, 2012 17:00 Hrs
3. Closing Date for Receiving Application by Speed-post: July 03, 2012 17:00 Hrs 

For all queries

rmthelp@vssc.gov.in