The Indian National Science Academy (INSA) has announced a recruitment drive for various positions. A total of 8 vacancies are available, and interested candidates can apply via email. The last date for submission of applications is 21 November 2026.
INSA Assistant Recruitment 2026: 8 Posts, Apply Email: Overview
| Organization | Indian National Science Academy (INSA) |
| Post Name | Assistant (Publications), Project Associate-I/Senior Project Associate, System & Network Support Engineer, Assistant (Administration), Project Associate (INSPIRE), Principal Project Associate |
| Advt No | INSA/Admin/2026-27/758 |
| Total Vacancies | 8 |
| Application Mode | |
| Job Location | New Delhi |
| Official Website | insaindia.res.in |

Important Dates
The following are the important dates related to the recruitment process.
| Date of notice | 6 November 2026 |
| Last date for email applications | 21 November 2026 (Saturday), 6.00 p.m. |
Application Fee
The official notification does not specify any application fee for the recruitment process.
| Category | Application Fee |
| All Categories | Not specified |
Age Limit
The age limit for all posts is not exceeding 40 years as on the date of advertisement.
| Age Limit | Not exceeding 40 years |
Vacancy Details
INSA has notified a total of 8 posts across six different designations. Below is the breakdown of vacancies by post.
| Post | Vacancies |
| Assistant (Publications) | 02 |
| Project Associate-I/Senior Project Associate | 02 |
| System & Network Support Engineer | 01 |
| Assistant (Administration) | 01 |
| Project Associate (INSPIRE) | 01 |
| Principal Project Associate | 01 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet the following educational qualifications and experience criteria for the respective posts. The qualifications vary by post, and candidates should ensure they meet the minimum percentage requirements and relevant experience as specified. The age and experience will be reckoned as of the date of advertisement.
| Post | Essential Qualification | Experience |
| Assistant (Publications) | Masters’ degree in any discipline with minimum 55% marks, or Bachelor’s degree with minimum 60% marks | Minimum 3 years for Bachelors or 1 year for Masters in editing, proofreading, and publishing |
| Project Associate-I/Senior Project Associate | Bachelors’ degree in Commerce with minimum 60% marks or Masters’ degree with 50% marks | 4 years for Bachelors or 2 years for Postgraduates in Finance and Accounts |
| System & Network Support Engineer | B.Tech/B.E in relevant fields or BCA/MCA/M.Sc (IT) | Minimum 5 years of relevant experience |
| Assistant (Administration) | Masters’ degree in Science with minimum 55% marks, or Bachelor’s degree with minimum 60% marks | Minimum 3 years for Bachelors or 1 year for Masters in HR/Administration |
| Project Associate (INSPIRE) | Masters’ degree with minimum 55% marks, or Bachelor’s degree with minimum 60% marks | Not specified |
| Principal Project Associate | Masters’ degree in Science with three years’ experience | 3 years in Government/reputed organizations |
Salary and Pay Scale
The salary for the selected candidates will be fixed and consolidated, determined by the selection committee based on the qualifications and experience of the candidates.
| Salary | Fixed consolidated salary decided by the selection committee |
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based on their qualifications, experience, and performance in the interview. The specific date and venue for the interview are not mentioned in the notification.
- Submission of application via email.
- Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience.
- Interview for shortlisted candidates.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should follow the steps below to apply for the positions.
- Obtain the application form from the official website or the notice.
- Write the post name and advertisement number on the form.
- Fill in the required details in the curriculum vitae section.
- Affix a recent passport size photograph and sign the declaration.
- Email the completed application with supporting documents to [email protected] by the deadline.
- Hard copies may also be sent to the specified address in the notification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
Freshers are not eligible for the posts that require prior experience. Positions such as Project Associate (INSPIRE) do not specify any experience requirement.
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
The notification does not specify whether one candidate can apply for multiple posts.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates are required to provide their educational certificates, experience letters, and identity proof during the verification process.
Documents Required
- Application form
- Recent passport size photograph
- Educational certificates
- Experience letters (if applicable)
- Identity proof
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying for the wrong post without specifying the correct post name.
- Missing the deadline for email applications.
- Not providing valid contact information in the application form.
- Failing to attach the required supporting documents.
- Submitting an application without a recent photograph.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: भारतीय राष्ट्रीय विज्ञान अकादमी (INSA)
- पद: सहायक (प्रकाशन), परियोजना सहयोगी-I/वरिष्ठ परियोजना सहयोगी, प्रणाली और नेटवर्क समर्थन इंजीनियर, सहायक (प्रशासन), परियोजना सहयोगी (INSPIRE), प्रमुख परियोजना सहयोगी
- कुल पद: 8
- योग्यता: स्नातक, B.Tech/B.E, M.E/M.Tech, स्नातकोत्तर, M.Sc, BCA, MCA
- आयु सीमा: विज्ञापन की तारीख के अनुसार 40 वर्ष से अधिक नहीं
- अंतिम तिथि: 21 नवंबर 2026 (शनिवार), 6.00 बजे शाम
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