Punjab Remote Sensing Centre (PRSC), Ludhiana invites applications for 26 contractual posts across seven positions in its Geo Data Analytics Research and Modelling Group under Advertisement No. 05/2026. Consolidated pay ranges from Rs 27,000 to Rs 60,000 plus HRA, with tenures of six months (extendable) or project duration. Applications must be submitted by post or email and reach PRSC by 17-11-2026. Selection involves screening, a written/skill test, and an interview. Application fees vary by post and specified documents and fee proof must be attached.
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Vacancy Details
- Principal Project Associate (Soil Science): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Doctorate in Soil Science & Agriculture Chemistry OR First Class Bachelors in Agriculture (4-year) + First Class Postgraduate in Remote Sensing & GIS/Geoinformatics/Geospatial Technology (or Soil Science); required RS/GIS experience (4 years for PhD, 8 years for Masters). - Research Scientist (Soil Science): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Doctorate in Soil Science & Agriculture Chemistry OR First Class Bachelors in Agriculture (4-year) + First Class Postgraduate in Remote Sensing & GIS/Geoinformatics/Geospatial Technology (or Soil Science); required RS/GIS experience (1 year for PhD, 3 years for Masters). - Research Associate (Soil Science): 2 vacancies
Qualification: First Class Bachelor in Science/Engineering/Agriculture AND First Class Postgraduate in Remote Sensing & GIS/Geoinformatics/Geospatial Technology or Soil Science; plus two years’ experience in Soil Science/Agriculture/RS & GIS and programming knowledge. - Research Fellow: 2 vacancies
Qualification: First Class Bachelor in Science/Engineering AND First Class Postgraduate in Remote Sensing & GIS/Geoinformatics/Geospatial Technology (or related); plus one year experience in Earth/Environmental/Agricultural/Soil Sciences/RS & GIS and programming knowledge. - Jr. Research Fellow: 4 vacancies
Qualification: First Class Bachelor in Science/Engineering AND First Class Postgraduate in Remote Sensing & GIS/Geoinformatics/Geospatial Technology OR First Class Bachelor in Science/Engineering AND First Class Postgraduate in Agricultural Sciences/Agricultural Engineering/Environmental Sciences/Earth Sciences/Geography with RS & GIS knowledge. - Geospatial Assistant: 10 vacancies
Qualification: First Class Bachelor in Science/Engineering AND First Class Postgraduate in Remote Sensing & GIS/Geoinformatics/Geospatial Technology OR First Class Bachelor in Science/Engineering AND First Class Postgraduate in Agricultural Sciences/Environmental Sciences/Forestry/Agricultural Engineering/Earth Sciences/Geography along with PG diploma in Remote Sensing & GIS; plus four years’ RS & GIS experience. - Project Assistant: 6 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Science/Engineering/Agriculture/Geography OR Diploma (three years) in Engineering/Technology; plus five years’ experience in Remote Sensing & GIS.
Qualification Requirements
Essential qualifications vary by post. Senior posts (Principal Project Associate, Research Scientist) accept a Doctorate in Soil Science & Agriculture Chemistry or a First Class Bachelor in Agriculture plus a First Class postgraduate degree in Remote Sensing & GIS/Geoinformatics/Geospatial Technology or Soil Science. Mid-level posts require First Class Bachelor (Science/Engineering/Agriculture) and First Class Postgraduate in Remote Sensing/GIS or related subjects with specified years of experience. Project Assistant requires a Bachelor in Science/Engineering/Agriculture/Geography or a three-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology with five years’ RS/GIS experience. Desirable skills include proficiency in GIS, image processing, programming (Google Earth Engine/Python/R/MATLAB) and data analytics.
Application Fees
- Principal Project Associate (Soil Science): ₹2000
- Research Scientist (Soil Science): ₹1500
- Research Associate (Soil Science): ₹1500
- Research Fellow: ₹1500
- Jr. Research Fellow: ₹1000
- Geospatial Assistant: ₹2000
- Project Assistant: ₹1000
Selection Process
- Screening: A Screening Committee will check applications against eligibility and may set further shortlisting criteria. Meeting minimum qualification does not guarantee a call.
- Written/Skill Test: Candidates who pass screening will be called for a Written/Skill Test or Written/Practical and Skill Test as specified.
- Interview: Candidates who secure the minimum qualifying marks in the test will be called for an interview, on the same or another day as communicated.
- Weightage: Additional experience and qualifications in the relevant field will be given weightage during selection.
- Document Verification & Communication: Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email only and must produce original documents and self-attested copies on the interview date.
How to Apply
- Download the prescribed application form and details of required certificates from https://www.prsc.punjab.gov.in.
- Pay the non-refundable fee for the relevant post (Rs.2000/-, Rs.1500/-, or Rs.1000/-) as specified for each post.
- Pay online to State Bank of India, PAU Branch, Ludhiana, Account No. 32430207442, IFSC SBIN0001482 or deposit a Demand Draft in favour of Director, Punjab Remote Sensing Centre payable at Ludhiana.
- If paid online, write the Receipt/UTR/Acknowledgement Number in the application form and attach proof of fee payment.
- Attach one set of attested copies of degrees and certificates and one passport size photograph to the filled form.
- Send the filled application form with documents by post or email so it reaches PRSC by 17/11/2026. Submit separate application and fee for each post applied for.
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Important Dates
- Advertisement No. 05/2026 dated:
- Last date for submission of application by email or post:
- Written/Skill Test and Interview:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum educational qualifications required?
Qualifications vary by post. Senior posts may require a Doctorate in Soil Science & Agriculture Chemistry or First Class Bachelor in Agriculture plus a First Class postgraduate in Remote Sensing/GIS or Soil Science, while other posts generally require First Class Bachelor and First Class postgraduate degrees in relevant subjects; Project Assistant accepts a Bachelor or a three-year Diploma with experience.
How do I apply for these PRSC positions?
Download the prescribed application form from www.prsc.punjab.gov.in, pay the non-refundable fee for the post, attach attested copies of certificates and proof of fee payment, and send the filled form by post or email so it reaches PRSC by 17/11/2026.
What is the last date to submit the application?
The last date for receipt of applications by post or email is 17-11-2026. Applications received after this date will be summarily rejected.
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection involves screening by a Screening Committee, a Written/Skill Test (Written/Practical and Skill Test where applicable), and an interview. Shortlisted candidates will be informed of test/interview dates by email and must bring original documents for verification.
What is the pay scale for these contractual posts?
Consolidated pay ranges from Rs 27,000 to Rs 60,000 plus HRA depending on the post, with specific per-post consolidated amounts given in the vacancy table (e.g., Rs 49,000 for Principal Project Associate; Rs 60,000 for Geospatial Assistant).
