Punjab Remote Sensing Centre (PRSC), a Government of Punjab Enterprise located at PAU Campus, Ludhiana, has invited applications under Advertisement No. 05/2026 dated 01.11.2026 for 26 contractual positions in its Geo Data Analytics Research and Modelling Group. Vacancies include Principal Project Associate, Research Scientist, Research Associate, Research Fellow, Junior Research Fellow, Geospatial Assistant and Project Assistant.
PRSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organisation | Punjab Remote Sensing Centre (PRSC), Government of Punjab Enterprise |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 05/2026 dated 01 November 2026 |
| Group | Geo Data Analytics Research and Modelling Group |
| Total Vacancies | 26 (provisional) |
| Job Type | Contractual / Project-based |
| Initial Tenure | Six months or as specified for the post; may be extended subject to project requirements and performance |
| Posting Locations | Ludhiana, Chandigarh, SAS Nagar (Mohali) or anywhere in Punjab, as required |
| Application Mode | By post and official email |
| Last Date | 17 November 2026 |
| Official Email | recruitment.prsc@punjab.gov.in |
Vacancy Details and Monthly Remuneration
| Post Name | Vacancies | Consolidated Pay + HRA |
|---|---|---|
| Principal Project Associate (Soil Science) | 1 | ₹49,000 |
| Research Scientist (Soil Science) | 1 | ₹37,000 |
| Research Associate (Soil Science) | 2 | ₹32,000 |
| Research Fellow | 2 | ₹29,000 |
| Junior Research Fellow | 4 | ₹27,000 |
| Geospatial Assistant | 10 | ₹60,000 |
| Project Assistant | 6 | ₹27,000 |
| Total | 26 | — |
Educational Qualification and Experience
- Principal Project Associate (1): Doctorate in Soil Science & Agriculture Chemistry or equivalent; alternatively, specified first-class Agriculture bachelor’s and relevant postgraduate qualification in Remote Sensing/GIS/Geoinformatics/Geospatial Technology or Soil Science. Experience required: 4 years in RS/GIS applications for PhD holders or 8 years for Master’s degree holders.
- Research Scientist (1): Doctorate in Soil Science & Agriculture Chemistry or the specified first-class Agriculture bachelor’s plus relevant postgraduate qualification; 1 year RS/GIS experience for PhD holders or 3 years for Master’s degree holders.
- Research Associate (2): First-class bachelor’s in Science/Engineering/Agriculture and first-class postgraduate degree in Remote Sensing & GIS/Geoinformatics/Geospatial Technology with Soil Science specialisation, or the alternative Soil Science and Agriculture Chemistry route specified in the notice; 2 years’ relevant experience.
- Research Fellow (2): First-class bachelor’s in Science/Engineering, first-class postgraduate degree in Remote Sensing & GIS/Geoinformatics/Geospatial Technology or related subjects, and 1 year of relevant experience.
- Junior Research Fellow (4): First-class bachelor’s in Science/Engineering and first-class postgraduate degree in Remote Sensing & GIS/Geoinformatics/Geospatial Technology or the alternative postgraduate qualification in Agricultural/Environmental/Earth Sciences/Geography with knowledge of RS/GIS, as detailed in the notification.
- Geospatial Assistant (10): First-class bachelor’s in Science/Engineering and relevant postgraduate qualification in Remote Sensing & GIS/Geoinformatics/Geospatial Technology, or specified related postgraduate qualification with a PG Diploma in Remote Sensing & GIS; 4 years’ RS/GIS experience.
- Project Assistant (6): Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering/Agriculture/Geography or a three-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology, with 5 years’ experience in Remote Sensing and GIS.
Note: These are brief summaries. Several posts have subject-specialisation, first-class marks and technical-experience requirements. Candidates must check the complete post-wise essential and desirable qualifications in the official PDF before applying. Knowledge of GIS software, image processing, Google Earth Engine, Python, R or MATLAB is desirable for relevant positions.
Application Fee
| Post(s) | Fee |
|---|---|
| Principal Project Associate and Geospatial Assistant | ₹2,000 |
| Research Scientist, Research Associate and Research Fellow | ₹1,500 |
| Junior Research Fellow and Project Assistant | ₹1,000 |
The fee is non-refundable and may be paid online or by Demand Draft in favour of Director, Punjab Remote Sensing Centre, payable at Ludhiana. For online payment, mention the receipt/UTR/acknowledgement number in the application and attach proof of payment. A separate application and fee are required for each post.
Selection Process
Applications will be screened/shortlisted. Shortlisted candidates may be called for a Written/Practical/Skill Test, followed by an interview. Test/interview information will be communicated to shortlisted candidates by email.
How to Apply
- Download the prescribed application form and read the complete advertisement from the PRSC website.
- Complete the form and attach self-attested copies of degrees, certificates, mark sheets, experience documents, category certificate (where applicable), date-of-birth proof, photograph and other required documents.
- Pay the applicable non-refundable fee by online mode or Demand Draft, as instructed in the notification, and enclose proof.
- Submit the application by email to recruitment.prsc@punjab.gov.in and/or by post to Punjab Remote Sensing Centre, PAU Campus, Ludhiana – 141004.
- Ensure the application reaches the Centre by 17 November 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Important Dates
- Advertisement date: 01 November 2026
- Last date for receipt of application: 17 November 2026
Important Links
- Download Official PRSC Advertisement No. 05/2026 (PDF)
- PRSC Official Website
- Application Email: recruitment.prsc@punjab.gov.in
Important: The positions are temporary and project-based. The number of vacancies is provisional and may be changed by PRSC. Read the official advertisement carefully and verify your eligibility and fee category before submission.
