An official recruitment notification (Advertisement No. 05/2026) from Punjab Remote Sensing Centre (PRSC), Ludhiana (A Government of Punjab Enterprise) announces 26 contractual posts in the Geo Data Analytics Research and Modelling Group. Posts available are Principal Project Associate, Research Scientist, Research Associate, Research Fellow, Jr. Research Fellow, Geospatial Assistant, and Project Assistant. Those with a Ph.D., Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture/Science/Engineering, or Engineering Diploma and relevant experience in Remote Sensing and GIS applications are eligible to apply. Eligible candidates may get the application form through the official portal. Submit it by Post or via Email at [email protected] on or before 17 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Advertisement Number | 05/2026 dated 01.11.2026 |
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| Application Process Started | 01 November 2026 |
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| Last Date for Receipt of Application (Email / Post) | 17 November 2026 |
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| Written / Skill Test & Interview Date | To be communicated to shortlisted candidates via Email |
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Application Fee
| Principal Project Associate & Geospatial Assistant | Rs. 2,000/- |
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| Research Scientist, Research Associate & Research Fellow | Rs. 1,500/- |
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| Jr. Research Fellow (JRF) & Project Assistant | Rs. 1,000/- |
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| Payment Mode | Demand Draft in favour of “Director, Punjab Remote Sensing Centre” payable at Ludhiana, OR online NEFT/RTGS to SBI PAU Branch, Ludhiana (A/C No: 32430207442, IFSC: SBIN0001482). |
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Age Limit
| Minimum Age Limit | 18 / 21 Years |
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| Maximum Age Limit | As per Punjab Government / PRSC Norms |
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| Age relaxation is applicable for SC, BC, PwD, and Ex-Servicemen as per Government of Punjab rules. |
Salary Details
| Monthly Consolidated Pay | Rs. 27,000/- to Rs. 60,000/- per month + HRA (Post-wise) |
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PRSC Ludhiana Vacancy Details 2026: Total 26 Posts
- Pay: Rs. 49,000/- per month + HRA.
- A qualification equivalent to a Ph.D. in Soil Science & Agriculture Chemistry, or that Ph.D., OR
- B.Sc. (Agriculture - 4 Years) with First Class, plus M.Sc./M.Tech. with First Class in Remote Sensing & GIS / Geoinformatics / Geospatial Technology, specializing in Soil Science, OR
- B.Sc. (Agri) with First Class, plus M.Sc. with First Class in Soil Science & Agriculture Chemistry and sound RS & GIS knowledge.
- Experience: Ph.D. holders need 04 years’ experience in RS/GIS OR Master’s degree holders need 08 years’ experience in RS/GIS.
- Pay: Rs. 37,000/- per month + HRA.
- A qualification equivalent to a Ph.D. in Soil Science & Agriculture Chemistry, or that Ph.D., OR
- B.Sc. (Agriculture) with First Class, plus PG with First Class in RS & GIS / Geoinformatics / Geospatial Technology, specializing in Soil Science, OR
- B.Sc. (Agri) with First Class, plus PG with First Class in Soil Science and knowledge of RS/GIS.
- Experience: Ph.D. holders need 01 year of experience in RS/GIS OR Master’s degree holders need 03 years’ experience in RS/GIS.
| Pay | Rs. 32,000/- per month + HRA. |
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| First Class Bachelor’s Degree in Science / Engineering / Agriculture AND First Class PG in Remote Sensing & GIS / Geoinformatics / Geospatial Technology with Soil Science specialization (OR First Class PG in Soil Science & Agri Chemistry with RS/GIS knowledge). |
| Experience | 02 years’ experience in Soil Science / Agriculture / RS & GIS with programming in Google Earth Engine / Python / R / MATLAB. |
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| Pay | Rs. 29,000/- per month + HRA. |
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| First Class Bachelor’s Degree in Science / Engineering AND First Class PG Degree in Remote Sensing & GIS / Geoinformatics / Geospatial Technology. |
| Experience | 01 year experience in Earth / Environmental / Agriculture / Soil Sciences / RS & GIS along with programming knowledge in Google Earth Engine / Python / R / MATLAB. |
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- Pay: Rs. 27,000/- per month + HRA.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Science / Engineering with First Class AND PG with First Class in Remote Sensing & GIS / Geoinformatics / Geospatial Technology, OR
- Bachelor’s in Science/Engineering with First Class, plus PG with First Class in Agricultural Sciences / Agricultural Engineering / Environmental Sciences / Earth Sciences / Geography and good RS & GIS knowledge.
- Pay: Rs. 60,000/- per month + HRA.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Science / Engineering with First Class AND PG Degree with First Class in Remote Sensing & GIS / Geoinformatics / Geospatial Technology, OR
- Bachelor’s in Science/Engineering with First Class, plus PG with First Class in Agri Sciences / Environmental Sciences / Forestry / Agri Engineering / Earth Sciences / Geography, together with a PG Diploma in RS & GIS.
- Experience: Professional experience in Remote Sensing and GIS must be a minimum of 04 years.
| Pay | Rs. 27,000/- per month + HRA. |
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| Bachelor’s Degree in Science / Engineering / Agriculture / Geography, OR 3-Year Diploma in Engineering / Technology. |
| Experience | Minimum 05 years’ experience in the field of Remote Sensing and GIS. |
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Selection Procedure & Important Instructions
| Screening | Meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee a call for selection. Applications will be shortlisted by a Screening Committee based on merit and relevant experience. |
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| Selection Stages | Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a Written / Practical / Skill Test and Interview. |
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| Email Intimation | Test and interview intimations will be communicated exclusively via Email. PRSC holds no responsibility for non-reachable email addresses. |
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| Document Verification | Shortlisted applicants must produce all original degrees (including Provisional Degree Certificate), marks conversion formulas, proof of date of birth, and experience certificates with a set of self-attested photocopies. |
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| Separate Applications | Candidates applying for more than one position must submit separate application forms along with separate application fees for each post. |
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| No TA/DA | No Travelling Allowance / Daily Allowance will be paid for attending the test/interview. |
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How to Apply for PRSC Ludhiana Recruitment 2026
- Open prsc.punjab.gov.in, the official PRSC website.
- Download the prescribed Application Form format and Advertisement No. 05/2026 from the recruitment section.
- Take a printout of the application form. Clearly enter all mandatory details: Personal Information, Educational Qualifications, conversion from CGPA to Percentage, and relevant experience in RS/GIS.
- Paste a recent passport-size photograph within the space provided.
- Pay the application fee, which is non-refundable, using a Demand Draft payable to Director, Punjab Remote Sensing Centre, Ludhiana, or an online bank transfer to SBI PAU Branch (A/C: 32430207442, IFSC: SBIN0001482). Enter the UTR / Transaction / DD number in the application form.
- Include copies, self-attested, of all qualifying marksheets, degree certificates and experience certificates. Also attach self-attested copies of proof of date of birth, fee payment proof and category certificate (if applicable).
- For submission via Email, make a single PDF by scanning the signed application form and all enclosures. Send this by email to [email protected].
- For submission via Post, place the hard copy set inside an envelope. Super-scribe it with “Application for the Post of ___________ (Advt. No. 05/2026)” and send it to this address: Office of the Director, Punjab Remote Sensing Centre (PRSC), PAU Campus, Ludhiana, Punjab - 141004.
- The application must reach by Email or Post on or before 17 November 2026. Applications that are late or incomplete will face rejection.
Important Links
Before Applying
Before you submit the online application, check the official notification for full details of eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules and other terms.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for PRSC Recruitment 2026?
Advertisement Number: 05/2026 dated 01.11.2026; Application Process Started: 01 November 2026; Last Date for Receipt of Application (Email / Post): 17 November 2026; Written / Skill Test & Interview Date: To be communicated to shortlisted candidates via Email.
What is the application fee for PRSC Recruitment 2026?
Principal Project Associate & Geospatial Assistant: Rs. 2,000/-; Research Scientist, Research Associate & Research Fellow: Rs. 1,500/-; Jr. Research Fellow (JRF) & Project Assistant: Rs. 1,000/-.
What is the age limit for PRSC Recruitment 2026?
Minimum Age Limit: 18 / 21 Years; Maximum Age Limit: As per Punjab Government / PRSC Norms.
What is the official website for PRSC Recruitment 2026?
The official website is prsc.punjab.gov.in.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
