INSA Recruitment 2026: Assistant (Publications), Project Associate & Other Posts, Eligibility and How to Apply
The Indian National Science Academy (INSA), New Delhi, has invited applications for 8 vacancies across 6 contractual posts. These include Assistant (Publications), Project Associate-I/Senior Project Associate, System & Network Support Engineer, Assistant (Administration), Project Associate (INSPIRE) and Principal Project Associate. Each engagement is for one year.
You must apply by email by 21 November 2026, 6.00 pm. The notice is dated 6 November 2026. Graduates and postgraduates with the stated experience can apply, and the age limit is 40 years for every post. Read this guide fully, and keep checking GovtJobsAlert.in for more Delhi government jobs and other central government openings.
Key Highlights — INSA Recruitment 2026
INSA is a professional body of the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India. These posts are meant to manage the Human Resource and Development activities of the Academy. The engagement is purely contractual, it can be extended further depending on the Academy’s requirement and your performance.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian National Science Academy (INSA) |
| Advertisement No. | INSA/Admin/2026-27/758 |
| Notice Date | 6 November 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 8 |
| Engagement | Contractual, 1 year (extendable) |
| Job Location | New Delhi |
| Application Mode | Email (hard copy may also be sent) |
| Last Date | 21 November 2026, 6.00 pm |
How Many Posts Are Vacant in INSA Recruitment 2026?
The notification does not give a reservation category-wise split. It lists only the number of posts for each post name.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant (Publications) | 2 |
| Project Associate-I/Senior Project Associate | 2 |
| System & Network Support Engineer | 1 |
| Assistant (Administration) | 1 |
| Project Associate (INSPIRE) | 1 |
| Principal Project Associate | 1 |
| Total | 8 |
What Is the Eligibility for INSA Recruitment 2026?
Most posts ask for a recognised university degree with minimum marks, plus work experience for most posts. Check your own post carefully, because the marks and years of experience differ.
Educational Qualification and Experience
| Post | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Assistant (Publications) | Master’s in any discipline with 55% or Bachelor’s in any branch with 60%. Experience: 3 years (Bachelor’s) or 1 year (Master’s) in editing, proof reading and publishing science journals, magazines or books, with working knowledge of computers |
| Project Associate-I/Senior Project Associate | Bachelor’s in Commerce with 60% or a Master’s degree with 50%. Experience in Finance and Accounts Section: 4 years (Bachelor’s) or 2 years (Postgraduate in Commerce/MBA Finance). Internship in Finance & Accounts or CA articleship also counts. Desirable: Diploma in Computer Applications |
| System & Network Support Engineer | B.Tech/BE in Computer Science, IT, Electronics or related branch, or BCA, MCA, M.Sc. (IT), M.Tech, M.Sc. (Computer Science). Minimum 5 years of relevant experience |
| Assistant (Administration) | Master’s in Science with 55% or Bachelor’s in Science with 60%. Experience in HR/Administration/Establishment: 3 years (Bachelor’s) or 1 year (Master’s), with working knowledge of computers |
| Project Associate (INSPIRE) | Master’s in any branch with 55% or Bachelor’s with 60%. English/Hindi typing speed of 30 wpm and good knowledge of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) |
| Principal Project Associate | Master’s in Science with 3 years’ experience in a Government or reputed organisation |
For the System & Network Support Engineer post, the experience must cover system and network maintenance, AMC coordination, antivirus, patching, LAN/WAN, server, storage, cabling and switch support, online meeting arrangements. Network upgrade and e-Office work are preferred. Essential skills include basic knowledge of L3 switches, structured cabling, Wi-Fi, firewall and strong drafting and email skills. A CCNA, Network+ or equivalent certificate, government-office IT experience and e-Office exposure are desirable, not compulsory.
If you are a graduate, a postgraduate or an IT professional, you can find more openings on our site.
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| All six posts | Not exceeding 40 years as on the date of advertisement (6 November 2026) |
The notification does not mention any age relaxation. Use the calculator below to check your age on the cut-off date.
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What is the Salary for INSA Recruitment 2026?
The notice gives no fixed salary figure. It says the salary will be decided by the selection committee on the basis of your qualification and experience. Selected candidates get a fixed, consolidated monthly remuneration, and no other allowances or benefits are paid.
Other terms you should know before applying:
- Leave is as per Academy guidelines. No pay is given for absence beyond the admissible leave, and unused leave cannot be carried forward or encashed.
- The engagement is purely temporary. You get no right to benefits, compensation, absorption or regularisation.
- One month’s notice is needed from you to leave. The Academy can end the engagement at any time without reason or prior notice.
- The Academy may also terminate it if work is not delivered, quality is poor, milestones are missed, or honesty and integrity are found lacking.
- All data and deliverables remain the property of the Academy, you must keep them confidential, and you cannot take up any other assignment during the engagement. You must not reveal any collected matter without the Academy’s written consent, or give any opinion or advice adverse to the Academy’s interest.
- On leaving, you must hand over documents, keys and equipment and submit a No Dues Certificate before the final payment.
What is the Selection Process for INSA Recruitment 2026?
The notification says selection is based on qualification, experience and performance in the interview. It does not give an interview date, a written test or a syllabus. The Academy may accept or reject any or all applications without giving a reason, and may cancel the advertisement or engage no one at any stage.
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Qualification and experience | Your application is judged on the degree, marks and years of experience stated |
| Interview | Performance in the interview is assessed with qualification and experience |
How to Apply for INSA Recruitment 2026 by Email?
This is an offline route with email submission. There is no online portal or application link. Keep your valid, active email ID and mobile number ready, and write them clearly on the form, because the Academy is not responsible if an email to you bounces.
- Open the official INSA website (link in Essential Links below) and go to the Career section.
- Download the prescribed application form, “Application for Engagement on Contractual Basis for the Post of” (Annexure-II).
- Write your name in BLOCK letters and affix a self-attested recent passport size photograph.
- Give your personal, education, experience and computer knowledge details, then sign the declaration that no disciplinary or criminal proceedings are pending against you.
- Email the filled form with all supporting documents to insa.admin@insa.nic.in by 21 November 2026, 6.00 pm.
- 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.
What Are the Important Dates for INSA Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 6 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (by email) | 21 November 2026 (Saturday), 6.00 pm |
| Interview Date | Not mentioned in the notification |
Is There an Application Fee for INSA Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Application fee is not mentioned in the notification |
INSA Recruitment 2026 Essential Links
- Download INSA Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF
- Visit INSA Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you match one of these six posts, do not wait for the last day. Download the form, collect your documents and email everything to INSA by 21 November 2026, 6.00 pm. For more such openings, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.