INSA Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 8 Assistant, Project Associate and More Posts

The Indian National Science Academy (INSA), New Delhi, described in the notice as a Professional Body of Department of Science & Technology, Govt. of India, has invited applications for 8 posts on a purely contractual basis for one year. The posts are Assistant (Publications), Project Associate-I/Senior Project Associate, System & Network Support Engineer, Assistant (Administration), Project Associate (INSPIRE) and Principal Project Associate. The salary will be decided by the selection committee on the basis of qualification and experience. Candidates must email the prescribed application form with supporting documents to [email protected] till 21 November 2026 (Saturday), 6.00 p.m.

INSA Recruitment 2026 at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About INSA

The Indian National Science Academy is based at Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, New Delhi-110002, and the notice describes it as a Professional Body of Department of Science & Technology, Govt. of India. The posts are being filled to manage the Human Resource and Development activities of the Academy. The notice is issued by Sunil Zokarkar, Dy. Executive Director-I (F & A).

Vacancy Details

INSA has notified 8 posts in total across six designations.

The notice does not give a category-wise break-up of the posts.

Who Can Apply

The age limit for every post is "Not exceeding 40 years as on date of advertisement". The advertisement is dated 6 November 2026. The notice does not mention any age relaxation.

Assistant (Publications)

• Experience: minimum 3 (three) years in case of Bachelors' or one (1) year in case of Masters'.
• The experience must be in editing, proof reading and publishing science journals/science magazines/science books.
• It must be gained in Central/State Governments/Autonomous organization/Universities/Reputed organization.
• Working knowledge of computer applications is required.

Project Associate-I/Senior Project Associate

• Bachelors' degree holders: minimum 4 (four) years' experience in Finance and Accounts Section in Central/State Govt./Autonomous Organization/Universities/Reputed Organizations.
• OR: for a person holding a Postgraduate Degree in Commerce/MBA (Finance), the requirement is minimum 2 (two) years' experience in the Finance and Accounts Section of the same kind of organisations.
• Internship in Finance & Accounts/CA article ship will also be considered as experience.
• Desirable: Diploma in Computer Applications.

System & Network Support Engineer

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in:

• Office System & network maintenance and troubleshooting, managing and coordinating with AMC engineers and handling open resolution calls, Antivirus/endpoint protection updates and system patching, Internet and LAN/WAN connectivity support.
• Server/storage/device support, Network cabling, switch configuration, and structured network upgrade work (preferred), e-Office implementation/support (preferred).
• Online / hybrid meeting arrangements on tools like Webex, Zoom, Google Meet etc.

Essential skills:

• Good working knowledge of network and system maintenance in an office environment.
• Basic understanding of L3 switches, structured cabling, LAN management, Wi-fi management, firewall/antivirus, and system updates.
• Strong noting, drafting, documentation, and email communication skills.
• Ability to prepare technical notes, call logs, status reports, and coordinate with vendors.

Desirable qualifications:

• CCNA / Network+ / equivalent networking certification.
• Experience in a government office IT environment.
• Exposure to e-Office, digital workflows, and user migration support.

Assistant (Administration)

• Experience: minimum 3 (three) years in case of Bachelors' or one (1) year in case of Masters'.
• The experience must be in HR/Administration/Establishment in Central/State Governments/Autonomous organization/Universities/Reputed organization.
• Working knowledge of computer applications is required.

Project Associate (INSPIRE)

• Proficiency: English/Hindi Typing speed (30 wpm).
• Good knowledge of MS office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word) etc.

Principal Project Associate

• Three years' experience in Government organization/reputed organization, along with a Masters' degree in Science.

Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.

Pay and Tenure

• The salary will be decided by the selection committee on the basis of the candidate's qualification and experience.
• Selected candidates will be paid a fixed remuneration/consolidated salary per month. No other allowances and benefits will be paid.
• The engagement is for 1 year. It can be extended further subject to the requirement of the Academy, on the basis of the candidate's performance.
• Leave is as per Academy guidelines. No remuneration will be paid for absence beyond the admissible leave. Un-availed leave cannot be carried forward or encashed.

How to Apply for INSA Recruitment 2026

1. Get the application form. It is given in the notice as Annexure-II and is also available on the Academy's website www.insaindia.res.in under the head 'Career'.
2. Write the post name on the form and the advertisement number and date.
3. Fill in the curriculum vitae part: name in block letters, father's/husband's name, date of birth, telephone/mobile number, email address, address for communication, permanent address, present age (yy/mm), educational/technical qualification, experience and details of computer knowledge. Attach an additional sheet if required.
4. Affix a self-attested recent passport size photograph. Sign the declaration that the information is true, that you have read the terms in Annexure-I, and that no disciplinary/criminal proceedings are pending against you.
5. Email the application with the supporting documents to [email protected] till 21 November 2026 (Saturday), 6.00 p.m.
6. Hard copies may also be sent to: The Deputy Executive Director-I (F & A), Indian National Science Academy, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, New Delhi-110002.

Candidates must have a valid active email ID and mobile number and must fill them in the form correctly and legibly. The Academy will not be responsible for bouncing of any email sent to candidates.

Selection and Interview

INSA will select candidates based on qualification, experience and performance in the interview. The notice does not give the interview date or venue.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• The engagement is purely temporary. Contractual staff will not be entitled to any benefit, compensation, absorption or regularization of service in the Academy.
• Contractual staff must give one month's notice before leaving. The Academy may end the engagement at any time without assigning any reason and without prior notice.
• The Academy may also end the engagement if the assigned work is not delivered, the quality of work is unsatisfactory, milestones are missed, or the person is found lacking in honesty and integrity.
• All documents, keys and official equipment must be handed over and a 'No dues Certificate' submitted before the final payment is released.
• Intellectual Property Rights of all data collected and deliverables produced will remain with the Academy. Matters from the assignment cannot be revealed without the Academy's written consent.
• Contractual staff are not permitted to take up any other assignment during the engagement.
• The Academy has the right to cancel the advertisement at any stage and may accept or reject any or all applications without giving reasons.

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