National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA)-TIFR ने Advt 2026/01-05 के तहत 38 posts (Engineer Trainee, Technical Trainee, Scientific Assistant, Clerk, Work Assistant) के लिए notification जारी किया। B.Tech/Diploma/B.Sc (60%) वाले apply करें। No Fee। Written + Skill Test।
National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA)NCRA Trainee/Assistant Syllabus Details 2026Advt No – 01-05/2026 | Short Details of NotificationWWW.GOVFORMHUB.COM |
NCRA Trainee/Assistant Recruitment Details 2026
SELECTION PROCESS (4 Stages)
**Stage 1: Screening of Applications** (Based on Eligibility)
**Stage 2: Skill/Trade Test** (Qualifying - Computer/Typing/Technical Demo)
**Stage 3: Main Written Test** (MCQ + Descriptive) - Merit Based
**Stage 4: Interview** (Domain Knowledge + Personality)
Final Merit: Written Test (70%) + Interview (30%)
Syllabus PDF & Practice Set – Whatsapp Channel Join / Telegram Channel
MAIN WRITTEN TEST PATTERN
2 Hours | Combination of MCQ + Descriptive | Post-Specific
| Section | Marks | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Aptitude | 40-50 | MCQ |
| Technical/Domain Knowledge | 80-100 | MCQ + Descriptive |
| Computer Proficiency | 20-30 | MCQ |
| Total | 150-200 | Mixed |
✅ Negative Marking: -0.25 (MCQ Only) | Language: English
DETAILED SYLLABUS
1. GENERAL APTITUDE (40-50 Marks – Common)
✅ **Mathematics & Numerical Ability (20 Marks):**
- Numbers, HCF/LCM, BODMAS, Percentages
- Profit-Loss, Ratio-Proportion, Partnership
- Time-Work, Pipes-Cisterns, Time-Distance
- Simple/Compound Interest, Mensuration
- Permutations, Probability, Data Interpretation
✅ **General Awareness (15 Marks):**
- Current Affairs (Science/Technology/Astronomy)
- Indian Polity, Economy, Geography
- Important Days, Awards, Sports
- NCRA/GMRT Profile, Radio Astronomy Basics
✅ **Logical Reasoning (15 Marks):**
- Series, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations
- Seating Arrangement, Puzzles, Syllogism
- Direction Sense, Analogy, Data Sufficiency
2. TECHNICAL/DOMAIN KNOWLEDGE (80-100 Marks – Post Specific)
A. Engineer Trainee (Electronics/Electrical)
✅ Analog/Digital Electronics: Op-Amps, Transistors, Gates
✅ Microprocessors: 8085/8086, Interfacing
✅ Communication: Antennas, Radio Astronomy Basics
✅ Signal Processing: Filters, FFT, DSP
✅ Control Systems, Instrumentation
✅ Electromagnetic Theory, Transmission Lines
B. Technical Trainee (Electronics/Mechanical/Civil)
✅ Circuit Theory, Network Analysis
✅ Power Electronics, Electrical Machines
✅ Mechanical: Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics
✅ Civil: Concrete Technology, Surveying
✅ Workshop Practice, Safety Standards
C. Scientific Assistant-B (IT/Observer)
✅ **IT:** Programming (C/Python), Data Structures
✅ DBMS: SQL, Normalization
✅ Networking: TCP/IP, Radio Networks
✅ OS: Linux Commands, Unix Basics
✅ **Observer:** Physics/Electronics, Astronomy Basics
D. Lab Assistant-B (Electronics)
✅ Basic Electronics: Components, Soldering
✅ Testing Equipment: Multimeter, CRO, Function Generator
✅ Circuit Assembly, Troubleshooting
✅ Safety Protocols, Workshop Tools
3. COMPUTER PROFICIENCY (20-30 Marks)
✅ MS Office: Word (Mail Merge), Excel (VLOOKUP, Charts)
✅ PowerPoint, Internet, Email
✅ Hardware: CPU, RAM, Input-Output Devices
✅ Operating Systems: Windows/Linux Commands
✅ Networking: LAN, WiFi, Cyber Security Basics
4. SKILL TEST SYLLABUS (Qualifying)
✅ **Clerk-A:** Typing Test (35 WPM English)
✅ **Technical Posts:** Computer Proficiency + Technical Demo
✅ **Lab Assistant:** Practical Test (Electronics Assembly)
Syllabus PDF & Practice Set – Whatsapp Channel Join
INTERVIEW SYLLABUS (Domain Focus)
✅ Technical Knowledge (50 Marks)
✅ Radio Astronomy Basics (20 Marks)
✅ Research Aptitude (20 Marks)
✅ Communication Skills (10 Marks)
7-DAY PREP PLAN
**Day 1:** General Aptitude (Maths+Reasoning) + Computer
**Day 2:** Technical Core (Your Stream)
**Day 3:** Electronics/Communication Basics
**Day 4:** Astronomy + NCRA Profile
**Day 5:** 2 Full Mocks + Analysis
**Day 6:** Weak Areas + PYQ Revision
**Day 7:** Interview Prep + Current Affairs
FAQ
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Vacancies | 39+ Posts |
| Last Date | 15 March 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Written Test (MCQ+Descriptive) |
| Negative Marking | -0.25 (MCQ) |
| Salary | Level-6 to 10 |
| Age Limit | 28-33 Years |
| Qualification | B.Tech/B.Sc/Diploma |
| Skill Test | Qualifying |
| Final Merit | Written + Interview |
| Exam Date | April/May 2026 |
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| Official Website | NCRA |
RESOURCES
✅ Technical: GATE ECE/EE Previous Papers
✅ Aptitude: RS Aggarwal + Arun Sharma
✅ Computer: Arihant Basics
✅ Astronomy: NCRA Website + Basic Books
✅ PYQs: ISRO/DRDO Technical Papers
PRO TIPS:
✅ **Technical 60%** = Your Stream PYQs Solve
✅ **NCRA/GMRT Profile** Must Read
✅ **Radio Astronomy Basics** 10-15 Qs
✅ **Linux Commands** Important for IT
✅ **No Negative Attempts Avoid**
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