Raman Research Institute (RRI), Bengaluru has issued Re‑Advertisement No. 13/2026 dated 30 May 2026, inviting applications and nominations from eminent Indian academicians and researchers in Physical Sciences for appointment to the post of Director. This article explains the role, eligibility, experience requirements, pay, appointment terms, and the detailed application and nomination process so that potential candidates and nominators can prepare complete, compliant submissions before the deadline.

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Institute overview and context of the position

RRI is an autonomous research institute funded by the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India, situated on C. V. Raman Avenue, Sadashivanagar, Bengaluru. It is engaged in frontline research in basic sciences with current main areas including Astronomy & Astrophysics, Light & Matter Physics, Soft Condensed Matter and Theoretical Physics, supported by electronics, mechanical, computing and other services.

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The Director is the senior‑most academic and executive authority of the Institute, responsible for providing scientific leadership and overall administrative control. The call for applications and nominations is aimed at identifying a distinguished scientist with an outstanding record in Physical Sciences and proven leadership capability to steer the Institute’s research agenda at national and international levels.

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Position at a glance — Key facts

  • Post: Director, Raman Research Institute.
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  • Citizenship: Only Indian nationals are eligible.
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Role of the Director — Leadership, vision and responsibilities

The Director serves as both the Chief Executive and Academic Officer of RRI, combining scientific leadership with institutional management. The role covers strategic planning, administration, research vision, external engagement and fostering a conducive environment for high‑quality science.

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According to the advertisement, the Director will have overall administrative control of the Institute and must identify research programmes and projects of national and international relevance in specialised fields of RRI’s activity. The Director is expected to enthuse and motivate scientists, promote creativity and excellence, and create an atmosphere that enables harmonious functioning across research groups and support services.

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In addition, the Director will interact and establish rapport with national and international academic and professional institutions and specialists, ensuring multidisciplinary and multi‑institutional cooperation. This interface role includes building collaborations, representing RRI in high‑level forums and aligning the Institute’s work with broader scientific and national priorities.

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Tenure, pay scale and superannuation

The appointment to the post of Director will be on a contract basis through Direct Recruitment or Deputation, including short‑term contract or re‑employment. The tenure is for a maximum of five years or until the age of superannuation, whichever is earlier, in line with Government of India norms.

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The current age of superannuation for this position is 60 years. The post carries the apex pay scale at Level 17, corresponding to a monthly salary of ₹2,25,000 under the CCS (Revised Pay) Rules, 2016, reflecting its seniority and responsibility within the national research ecosystem.

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Age limit and nationality requirements

The advertisement specifies that the applicant’s or nominee’s age should not exceed 56 years, with the crucial date for determining the age limit being 01 January 2026. This condition ensures that the selected candidate can serve a reasonably long tenure before reaching the superannuation age of 60 years.

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Only Indian citizens are eligible to be considered for the Director post under this advertisement. This requirement applies to both applicants directly applying and candidates being nominated by eminent persons or institutions.

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Search‑cum‑Selection Committee — Who may be considered

The Director will be selected by a Search‑cum‑Selection Committee, which will consider both formal applications and nominations. Crucially, the Committee may also consider individuals who have not applied, if after reviewing applications and nominations it finds no suitable candidate.

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Applications and nominations received from Fellows of the Academies, Directors of National Laboratories and Vice‑Chancellors of Universities will also be considered explicitly by the Committee. The Committee has the authority to invite a person of high repute for consideration for appointment, emphasising the emphasis on quality and eminence rather than on mere response to the advertisement.

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Essential educational qualifications — Academic profile

The essential educational qualification for the Director post is a doctorate in Physical Sciences, which forms the academic foundation for leading a basic‑science research institute. The candidate must have post‑doctoral research experience, demonstrating ability to work independently at an advanced research level.

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In addition, the candidate should have original published work of high standard and/or national and international patents. This requirement underlines the expectation that the Director is a practising scientist with a track record of significant contributions to the field, not just an administrator.

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Desirable qualifications — Professional eminence

Beyond the essential academic criteria, the advertisement lists evidence of high professional eminence as desirable. Such evidence may include fellowships of national or international academies and major national or international awards in science and technology.

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These recognitions typically indicate that the candidate’s scientific contributions are widely respected and influential in the research community. For a Director role, such visibility can help in attracting talent, establishing collaborations and articulating the Institute’s vision at national policy and global forums.

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Experience requirements for Direct Recruitment

For Direct Recruitment, the candidate must have at least 25 years of experience in R&D in academic institutions, research institutions and/or science and technology organisations, or as faculty/scientist of recognised national or international universities, research institutes or corporate R&D labs. Out of this, at least 6 years must be in a managerial or administrative capacity related to S&T programmes, planning and development, budget and finance, coordination and similar organisational matters.

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This combination of long‑term research experience and significant leadership responsibility is designed to ensure that the Director understands both scientific practice and institutional governance. Additionally, the candidate must have R&D experience in one or more of the domain areas of Physical Sciences relevant to RRI’s research activities.

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Experience norms for Deputation / Contract

For appointment by Deputation or contract, eligible candidates must be scientists or technologists possessing the essential educational qualification and essential experience described above, and must currently be serving in suitable senior positions in specified organisations. These organisations include Central or State Governments, Universities, recognised Research Institutions and Semi‑Government, Statutory or Autonomous Organisations in India.

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The advertisement defines eligibility in terms of pay level and length of service in the current grade. Candidates should either be holding an analogous post, or have one year of regular service in Level 16 (HAG+) or equivalent, or three years in Level 15 (HAG) or equivalent, or seven years in positions carrying pay band ₹37,400–67,000 with Grade Pay ₹10,000 (Level 14) or equivalent.

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In addition to these grade‑based criteria, the candidate must possess the essential educational qualification and the essential experience requirements for Direct Recruitment, ensuring a common baseline of scientific and managerial credentials across recruitment modes.

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Application process — Direct applications

The application process for the Director post involves both electronic and physical submission of documents. Candidates applying directly must first send an advance copy of their application in the prescribed proforma as a neatly typed PDF file by email.

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The email should attach scanned, self‑attested photocopies of certificates supporting qualifications and experience, and must be sent to kiran@isro.gov.in and cao@rri.res.in. The subject line should clearly indicate “Application for the position of Director”, and the email must be sent on or before 30 June 2026.

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After emailing the advance copy, the candidate must also send a hard copy (print‑out) of the same PDF, duly signed, along with self‑attested photocopies of all enclosures by Speed Post or equivalent. The packet must be addressed to the Chief Administrative Officer, Raman Research Institute, C. V. Raman Avenue, Sadashivanagar, Bengaluru – 560 080, and must reach by 30 June 2026.

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The envelope containing the application must be superscribed with the phrase “Application for the post of Director, Raman Research Institute”. Candidates who have already applied against the earlier Advt. No. 05/2026 dated 14.02.2026 are not required to apply again under this re‑advertisement.

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Extended deadlines for remote regions

The advertisement provides extended last dates for receipt of hard copies of applications and nominations from certain remote or far‑flung regions of India. For candidates from Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Ladakh, Lahaul and Spiti District and Pangi Sub Division of Chamba District of Himachal Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep, the last date is 15 July 2026.

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This relaxation is applied only to the receipt of physical copies and nominations via post, and not to the email deadline for advance copy, which remains 30 June 2026. Applicants from these regions should account for postal transit times and use Speed Post or equivalent reliable services.

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Nomination process — For eminent candidates

The advertisement explicitly welcomes nominations, in addition to applications, recognising that many eminent scientists may not be actively looking for positions. Eminent persons such as Fellows of academies, Directors of national laboratories and Vice‑Chancellors of universities may nominate suitable candidates.

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Nominators should forward the candidate’s application along with recommendations and duly attested photocopies of certificates supporting qualifications and experience by Speed Post or equivalent, so that it reaches the Chief Administrative Officer by 30 June 2026. Nominations can also be emailed to kiran@isro.gov.in and cao@rri.res.in, using the same channels as direct applications.

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The advertisement emphasises that the nominator must ascertain that the nominee is willing to take up the position if offered. This ensures that only genuinely interested candidates are put forward by senior figures or institutions.

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Applications through proper channel and vigilance clearance

Persons employed in Government Departments, Autonomous Organisations and Public Sector Undertakings are required to send their applications through proper channel. This means that their parent organisation must endorse the application before forwarding it to RRI.

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The advertisement also specifies that all applications received through proper channel should contain a Vigilance Clearance Certificate. This certificate confirms that the candidate is free from disciplinary or vigilance cases, which is essential for a senior leadership appointment.

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Application Format I — Detailed proforma

The advertisement includes Application Format I, a detailed proforma capturing comprehensive information about the candidate’s identity, qualifications, experience and achievements. Applicants must complete this format neatly, ensuring that all applicable fields are filled and supported by documentation.

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Key items in Application Format I include the candidate’s full name, date of birth, category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/UR), present position, postal address, email address, mobile and landline numbers, and permanent address. It also requires a chronological listing of educational qualifications from Bachelor’s degree onwards, indicating examinations passed.

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The format asks for present pay level, detailed experience history with positions, institutions and dates, along with total years of R&D experience and total years of other experience including managerial/administrative roles. Candidates must also list publications and patents, honours/awards/recognitions, fellowships of prestigious academies, memberships of professional societies, details of projects implemented, references with contact information, and any additional relevant information.

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A declaration at the end requires the candidate to certify that the information provided is correct, affirming there is no suppression of material facts and acknowledging that services can be terminated without notice if false information is discovered. A passport‑size photograph of the applicant or nominee must be affixed in the space provided.

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Application Format II — Short Curriculum Vitae

In addition to the main application, the advertisement provides Application Format II for a Short Curriculum Vitae, which must not exceed two pages of A4 size in Times New Roman font, size 12, single spacing. This concise CV is intended to highlight the most relevant academic and professional milestones in a structured manner for quick assessment.

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The Short CV format includes fields for name and address, date of birth and age in years and months as on 01.01.2026, and a chronological list of educational qualifications from Bachelor’s degree onwards mentioning degree, institution/university and year awarded. It also captures present position and pay level/basic pay details.

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Candidates must detail positions held, names of institutions/organisations and periods of service, along with separate indication of total years of R&D experience after doctorate and total years of other experience. The format further requires the number of publications in refereed journals, books and book chapters, number of Ph.Ds guided, citation count, h‑index and patents.

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Sections on honours and awards, fellowships of national and international academies, memberships of professional societies and any additional relevant information complete the Short CV. The document must be signed by the candidate, indicating correctness of information, along with date and place.

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Practical tips for preparing a strong application and CV

While the advertisement lays down formal requirements, candidates can strengthen their applications by presenting their scientific and administrative contributions coherently. It is helpful to organise information in the application formats to emphasise leadership roles, landmark publications, major projects and impact metrics such as citations and awards.

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For the experience sections, clarifying responsibilities related to programme planning, budgeting, team leadership and institutional development will demonstrate eligibility for the managerial requirements of the Director role. In the publications and patents section, grouping high‑impact work, key collaborations and translational outcomes can help the Selection Committee quickly gauge the depth and breadth of contributions.

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When listing honours, fellowships and awards, candidates should indicate the year and awarding body, particularly in the case of national and international academies. For projects implemented, highlighting large‑scale, multi‑institutional or internationally funded initiatives will align with the expectations of the Director as a leader of complex scientific programmes.

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Timeline planning and submission checklist

Given the requirement of both email and hard‑copy submission, candidates should plan backwards from the respective deadlines to avoid last‑minute issues. For most applicants, 30 June 2026 is the cut‑off date for both emailed advance copy and receipt of physical documents at RRI, while some remote regions enjoy an extended postal deadline to 15 July 2026.

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A practical approach is to finalise Application Formats I and II, supporting certificates and Short CV at least one week before the deadline. After carefully checking correctness and completeness, candidates can generate the PDF for email submission and send it along with scanned self‑attested documents, then immediately dispatch the signed hard copy by Speed Post.

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Before sealing the envelope, candidates should verify that the superscription “Application for the post of Director, Raman Research Institute” is clearly written on the cover and that all required enclosures are included. It is advisable to keep scanned copies and postal receipts as records for any future reference or clarification.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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Advt. No. 13/2026 is a re‑advertisement calling for applications and nominations for the post of Director, Raman Research Institute, Bengaluru. [ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws](https://ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws.com/web/direct-files/attachments/156520008/23862809-1335-4a2d-8d2c-30145e1daf34/Advt_No_13_2026.pdf?AWSAccessKeyId=ASIA2F3EMEYERU7RDD2M&Signature=EgI2UXjjpebPXbqdrTiCrbnylgY%3D&x-amz-security-token=IQoJb3JpZ2luX2VjEKz%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2FwEaCXVzLWVhc3QtMSJGMEQCIA6hoOZOsbEuOGoX2HIfF64nLeoaBexnhsp6UQybnKvBAiAyFSycGhCHSiR%2FHaCWr%2BCaEqu8JN6XznkkWGAsKQrYIyrzBAh0EAEaDDY5OTc1MzMwOTcwNSIMBytGKUwtncKDjE39KtAEEGO0Da68EcEGP%2F8Gi4zL%2F46qDBbklSoGuf7trwt8ZrBlh9CWjThb2fLqaBLLc2k7ZJIa%2B%2Fsli%2Bbs2ikYRXLbr8zjtLVB%2FLN680i3Sx72e47V3tHlvkyy6kNdEHYqibbSyWZ6rnEy2ytXZ551%2BEgId9ylv5Qm%2FhV36VeSGC4GZnNGgPZiPB7JIg8id7oKTMJC9gF4Tcs%2B%2B9rnTHheu958PSg%2F%2Fxi9XOvD%2BpdoXTYGLYX%2FSvCBsKClnUpuwlg66V4qsxme82%2BsQpvQcDCtsYJdIZGFMvypkDNrtFeHgAsZ%2FLpnRyeHGwXD7sONwv0qW8cgHBJh0NkcNDhCwYudPkuJ1Dr4pLSZDop672FvSzo0k1pf1Z5da%2FsdU0l8IHc1DtAsJuuhq5EdhVKMxkOdQwJ3uKTXihG1tmWgnJbMO9jfAwvYgyaiU8cDWhQvaLJ703h3PI7E%2Bu8n%2BI9y9dIQs4%2FJ%2FmeoNdO%2FdmpiL2HgEA9DmVkuq6iCR7NzS%2F7KHxWxyjHij6fj1VoP7ER5mJSiv4zaORcOeFyqV%2FXtlsGJCU04%2FKAtQAGORgbXPb8IpeP0g2izs0z6JCJxi1FuwqLNqL%2BNF6xfWH5UUg7v6w7U%2BAyah7rtZn%2Fb8CoXEUHO58DsEAk06bswwHGntjBYqIg1Jn0ORAju4cyPX6M2%2BIBB1vmUymEM7HUQ3sN%2BwJAQmmyAF04EUnPFmPZoKHcB%2FKJyh507LnaYypEIgpaFOR0hNziB77v%2BMurJgIW4bPS7f%2FbbIQDjqs%2B192kAk9YC%2By8nVT3%2F1zD64cTRBjqZAZAw7xBmD5LOiIBgPGQDbpDfcgc8eXrv19NNxwO2oVr1aOgNn4aRJUQR8%2FTDGPA%2BR%2Fpfegr5i%2BuWbjR%2Fpd0j%2BrRJ3goVKKpPsanZNClB%2BI45eCbCz0eK1BCoKQzu%2FM3JEv9twdAG0cJUlV0vMMXPqOH%2F4TT7tS3bjsIG0IcxL60iKhhRMyX2AdhFb455kbdHBFMGUuiQsfmLzg%3D%3D&Expires=1781612237)
What are the main eligibility conditions for age and nationality?
The applicant or nominee must be an Indian citizen and not be older than 56 years as on 01 January 2026, which is the crucial date for age determination. [ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws](https://ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws.com/web/direct-files/attachments/156520008/23862809-1335-4a2d-8d2c-30145e1daf34/Advt_No_13_2026.pdf?AWSAccessKeyId=ASIA2F3EMEYERU7RDD2M&Signature=EgI2UXjjpebPXbqdrTiCrbnylgY%3D&x-amz-security-token=IQoJb3JpZ2luX2VjEKz%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2FwEaCXVzLWVhc3QtMSJGMEQCIA6hoOZOsbEuOGoX2HIfF64nLeoaBexnhsp6UQybnKvBAiAyFSycGhCHSiR%2FHaCWr%2BCaEqu8JN6XznkkWGAsKQrYIyrzBAh0EAEaDDY5OTc1MzMwOTcwNSIMBytGKUwtncKDjE39KtAEEGO0Da68EcEGP%2F8Gi4zL%2F46qDBbklSoGuf7trwt8ZrBlh9CWjThb2fLqaBLLc2k7ZJIa%2B%2Fsli%2Bbs2ikYRXLbr8zjtLVB%2FLN680i3Sx72e47V3tHlvkyy6kNdEHYqibbSyWZ6rnEy2ytXZ551%2BEgId9ylv5Qm%2FhV36VeSGC4GZnNGgPZiPB7JIg8id7oKTMJC9gF4Tcs%2B%2B9rnTHheu958PSg%2F%2Fxi9XOvD%2BpdoXTYGLYX%2FSvCBsKClnUpuwlg66V4qsxme82%2BsQpvQcDCtsYJdIZGFMvypkDNrtFeHgAsZ%2FLpnRyeHGwXD7sONwv0qW8cgHBJh0NkcNDhCwYudPkuJ1Dr4pLSZDop672FvSzo0k1pf1Z5da%2FsdU0l8IHc1DtAsJuuhq5EdhVKMxkOdQwJ3uKTXihG1tmWgnJbMO9jfAwvYgyaiU8cDWhQvaLJ703h3PI7E%2Bu8n%2BI9y9dIQs4%2FJ%2FmeoNdO%2FdmpiL2HgEA9DmVkuq6iCR7NzS%2F7KHxWxyjHij6fj1VoP7ER5mJSiv4zaORcOeFyqV%2FXtlsGJCU04%2FKAtQAGORgbXPb8IpeP0g2izs0z6JCJxi1FuwqLNqL%2BNF6xfWH5UUg7v6w7U%2BAyah7rtZn%2Fb8CoXEUHO58DsEAk06bswwHGntjBYqIg1Jn0ORAju4cyPX6M2%2BIBB1vmUymEM7HUQ3sN%2BwJAQmmyAF04EUnPFmPZoKHcB%2FKJyh507LnaYypEIgpaFOR0hNziB77v%2BMurJgIW4bPS7f%2FbbIQDjqs%2B192kAk9YC%2By8nVT3%2F1zD64cTRBjqZAZAw7xBmD5LOiIBgPGQDbpDfcgc8eXrv19NNxwO2oVr1aOgNn4aRJUQR8%2FTDGPA%2BR%2Fpfegr5i%2BuWbjR%2Fpd0j%2BrRJ3goVKKpPsanZNClB%2BI45eCbCz0eK1BCoKQzu%2FM3JEv9twdAG0cJUlV0vMMXPqOH%2F4TT7tS3bjsIG0IcxL60iKhhRMyX2AdhFb455kbdHBFMGUuiQsfmLzg%3D%3D&Expires=1781612237)
What is the tenure and pay scale for the Director of RRI?
The Director is appointed on a contract basis for up to five years or until the age of superannuation (60 years), whichever is earlier, with pay at Apex Level 17, i.e., ₹2,25,000 per month as per CCS (Revised Pay) Rules, 2016. [ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws](https://ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws.com/web/direct-files/attachments/156520008/23862809-1335-4a2d-8d2c-30145e1daf34/Advt_No_13_2026.pdf?AWSAccessKeyId=ASIA2F3EMEYERU7RDD2M&Signature=EgI2UXjjpebPXbqdrTiCrbnylgY%3D&x-amz-security-token=IQoJb3JpZ2luX2VjEKz%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2FwEaCXVzLWVhc3QtMSJGMEQCIA6hoOZOsbEuOGoX2HIfF64nLeoaBexnhsp6UQybnKvBAiAyFSycGhCHSiR%2FHaCWr%2BCaEqu8JN6XznkkWGAsKQrYIyrzBAh0EAEaDDY5OTc1MzMwOTcwNSIMBytGKUwtncKDjE39KtAEEGO0Da68EcEGP%2F8Gi4zL%2F46qDBbklSoGuf7trwt8ZrBlh9CWjThb2fLqaBLLc2k7ZJIa%2B%2Fsli%2Bbs2ikYRXLbr8zjtLVB%2FLN680i3Sx72e47V3tHlvkyy6kNdEHYqibbSyWZ6rnEy2ytXZ551%2BEgId9ylv5Qm%2FhV36VeSGC4GZnNGgPZiPB7JIg8id7oKTMJC9gF4Tcs%2B%2B9rnTHheu958PSg%2F%2Fxi9XOvD%2BpdoXTYGLYX%2FSvCBsKClnUpuwlg66V4qsxme82%2BsQpvQcDCtsYJdIZGFMvypkDNrtFeHgAsZ%2FLpnRyeHGwXD7sONwv0qW8cgHBJh0NkcNDhCwYudPkuJ1Dr4pLSZDop672FvSzo0k1pf1Z5da%2FsdU0l8IHc1DtAsJuuhq5EdhVKMxkOdQwJ3uKTXihG1tmWgnJbMO9jfAwvYgyaiU8cDWhQvaLJ703h3PI7E%2Bu8n%2BI9y9dIQs4%2FJ%2FmeoNdO%2FdmpiL2HgEA9DmVkuq6iCR7NzS%2F7KHxWxyjHij6fj1VoP7ER5mJSiv4zaORcOeFyqV%2FXtlsGJCU04%2FKAtQAGORgbXPb8IpeP0g2izs0z6JCJxi1FuwqLNqL%2BNF6xfWH5UUg7v6w7U%2BAyah7rtZn%2Fb8CoXEUHO58DsEAk06bswwHGntjBYqIg1Jn0ORAju4cyPX6M2%2BIBB1vmUymEM7HUQ3sN%2BwJAQmmyAF04EUnPFmPZoKHcB%2FKJyh507LnaYypEIgpaFOR0hNziB77v%2BMurJgIW4bPS7f%2FbbIQDjqs%2B192kAk9YC%2By8nVT3%2F1zD64cTRBjqZAZAw7xBmD5LOiIBgPGQDbpDfcgc8eXrv19NNxwO2oVr1aOgNn4aRJUQR8%2FTDGPA%2BR%2Fpfegr5i%2BuWbjR%2Fpd0j%2BrRJ3goVKKpPsanZNClB%2BI45eCbCz0eK1BCoKQzu%2FM3JEv9twdAG0cJUlV0vMMXPqOH%2F4TT7tS3bjsIG0IcxL60iKhhRMyX2AdhFb455kbdHBFMGUuiQsfmLzg%3D%3D&Expires=1781612237)
What essential educational qualifications are required?
Candidates must hold a doctorate in Physical Sciences, have post‑doctoral research experience and possess original published work of high standard and/or national or international patents. [ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws](https://ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws.com/web/direct-files/attachments/156520008/23862809-1335-4a2d-8d2c-30145e1daf34/Advt_No_13_2026.pdf?AWSAccessKeyId=ASIA2F3EMEYERU7RDD2M&Signature=EgI2UXjjpebPXbqdrTiCrbnylgY%3D&x-amz-security-token=IQoJb3JpZ2luX2VjEKz%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2FwEaCXVzLWVhc3QtMSJGMEQCIA6hoOZOsbEuOGoX2HIfF64nLeoaBexnhsp6UQybnKvBAiAyFSycGhCHSiR%2FHaCWr%2BCaEqu8JN6XznkkWGAsKQrYIyrzBAh0EAEaDDY5OTc1MzMwOTcwNSIMBytGKUwtncKDjE39KtAEEGO0Da68EcEGP%2F8Gi4zL%2F46qDBbklSoGuf7trwt8ZrBlh9CWjThb2fLqaBLLc2k7ZJIa%2B%2Fsli%2Bbs2ikYRXLbr8zjtLVB%2FLN680i3Sx72e47V3tHlvkyy6kNdEHYqibbSyWZ6rnEy2ytXZ551%2BEgId9ylv5Qm%2FhV36VeSGC4GZnNGgPZiPB7JIg8id7oKTMJC9gF4Tcs%2B%2B9rnTHheu958PSg%2F%2Fxi9XOvD%2BpdoXTYGLYX%2FSvCBsKClnUpuwlg66V4qsxme82%2BsQpvQcDCtsYJdIZGFMvypkDNrtFeHgAsZ%2FLpnRyeHGwXD7sONwv0qW8cgHBJh0NkcNDhCwYudPkuJ1Dr4pLSZDop672FvSzo0k1pf1Z5da%2FsdU0l8IHc1DtAsJuuhq5EdhVKMxkOdQwJ3uKTXihG1tmWgnJbMO9jfAwvYgyaiU8cDWhQvaLJ703h3PI7E%2Bu8n%2BI9y9dIQs4%2FJ%2FmeoNdO%2FdmpiL2HgEA9DmVkuq6iCR7NzS%2F7KHxWxyjHij6fj1VoP7ER5mJSiv4zaORcOeFyqV%2FXtlsGJCU04%2FKAtQAGORgbXPb8IpeP0g2izs0z6JCJxi1FuwqLNqL%2BNF6xfWH5UUg7v6w7U%2BAyah7rtZn%2Fb8CoXEUHO58DsEAk06bswwHGntjBYqIg1Jn0ORAju4cyPX6M2%2BIBB1vmUymEM7HUQ3sN%2BwJAQmmyAF04EUnPFmPZoKHcB%2FKJyh507LnaYypEIgpaFOR0hNziB77v%2BMurJgIW4bPS7f%2FbbIQDjqs%2B192kAk9YC%2By8nVT3%2F1zD64cTRBjqZAZAw7xBmD5LOiIBgPGQDbpDfcgc8eXrv19NNxwO2oVr1aOgNn4aRJUQR8%2FTDGPA%2BR%2Fpfegr5i%2BuWbjR%2Fpd0j%2BrRJ3goVKKpPsanZNClB%2BI45eCbCz0eK1BCoKQzu%2FM3JEv9twdAG0cJUlV0vMMXPqOH%2F4TT7tS3bjsIG0IcxL60iKhhRMyX2AdhFb455kbdHBFMGUuiQsfmLzg%3D%3D&Expires=1781612237)
How much experience is required for Direct Recruitment to the Director post?
For Direct Recruitment, at least 25 years of R&D experience in appropriate academic or research organisations is required, including a minimum of 6 years in managerial or administrative capacity dealing with S&T programmes, planning, budgeting, coordination and related functions. [ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws](https://ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws.com/web/direct-files/attachments/156520008/23862809-1335-4a2d-8d2c-30145e1daf34/Advt_No_13_2026.pdf?AWSAccessKeyId=ASIA2F3EMEYERU7RDD2M&Signature=EgI2UXjjpebPXbqdrTiCrbnylgY%3D&x-amz-security-token=IQoJb3JpZ2luX2VjEKz%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2FwEaCXVzLWVhc3QtMSJGMEQCIA6hoOZOsbEuOGoX2HIfF64nLeoaBexnhsp6UQybnKvBAiAyFSycGhCHSiR%2FHaCWr%2BCaEqu8JN6XznkkWGAsKQrYIyrzBAh0EAEaDDY5OTc1MzMwOTcwNSIMBytGKUwtncKDjE39KtAEEGO0Da68EcEGP%2F8Gi4zL%2F46qDBbklSoGuf7trwt8ZrBlh9CWjThb2fLqaBLLc2k7ZJIa%2B%2Fsli%2Bbs2ikYRXLbr8zjtLVB%2FLN680i3Sx72e47V3tHlvkyy6kNdEHYqibbSyWZ6rnEy2ytXZ551%2BEgId9ylv5Qm%2FhV36VeSGC4GZnNGgPZiPB7JIg8id7oKTMJC9gF4Tcs%2B%2B9rnTHheu958PSg%2F%2Fxi9XOvD%2BpdoXTYGLYX%2FSvCBsKClnUpuwlg66V4qsxme82%2BsQpvQcDCtsYJdIZGFMvypkDNrtFeHgAsZ%2FLpnRyeHGwXD7sONwv0qW8cgHBJh0NkcNDhCwYudPkuJ1Dr4pLSZDop672FvSzo0k1pf1Z5da%2FsdU0l8IHc1DtAsJuuhq5EdhVKMxkOdQwJ3uKTXihG1tmWgnJbMO9jfAwvYgyaiU8cDWhQvaLJ703h3PI7E%2Bu8n%2BI9y9dIQs4%2FJ%2FmeoNdO%2FdmpiL2HgEA9DmVkuq6iCR7NzS%2F7KHxWxyjHij6fj1VoP7ER5mJSiv4zaORcOeFyqV%2FXtlsGJCU04%2FKAtQAGORgbXPb8IpeP0g2izs0z6JCJxi1FuwqLNqL%2BNF6xfWH5UUg7v6w7U%2BAyah7rtZn%2Fb8CoXEUHO58DsEAk06bswwHGntjBYqIg1Jn0ORAju4cyPX6M2%2BIBB1vmUymEM7HUQ3sN%2BwJAQmmyAF04EUnPFmPZoKHcB%2FKJyh507LnaYypEIgpaFOR0hNziB77v%2BMurJgIW4bPS7f%2FbbIQDjqs%2B192kAk9YC%2By8nVT3%2F1zD64cTRBjqZAZAw7xBmD5LOiIBgPGQDbpDfcgc8eXrv19NNxwO2oVr1aOgNn4aRJUQR8%2FTDGPA%2BR%2Fpfegr5i%2BuWbjR%2Fpd0j%2BrRJ3goVKKpPsanZNClB%2BI45eCbCz0eK1BCoKQzu%2FM3JEv9twdAG0cJUlV0vMMXPqOH%2F4TT7tS3bjsIG0IcxL60iKhhRMyX2AdhFb455kbdHBFMGUuiQsfmLzg%3D%3D&Expires=1781612237)
What are the pay‑level requirements for candidates applying on deputation or contract?
Candidates on deputation or contract must hold an analogous post or have one year in Level 16, or three years in Level 15, or seven years in posts carrying Pay Band ₹37,400–67,000 with Grade Pay ₹10,000 (Level 14) or equivalent, in suitable government, university, research or autonomous organisations. [ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws](https://ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws.com/web/direct-files/attachments/156520008/23862809-1335-4a2d-8d2c-30145e1daf34/Advt_No_13_2026.pdf?AWSAccessKeyId=ASIA2F3EMEYERU7RDD2M&Signature=EgI2UXjjpebPXbqdrTiCrbnylgY%3D&x-amz-security-token=IQoJb3JpZ2luX2VjEKz%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2FwEaCXVzLWVhc3QtMSJGMEQCIA6hoOZOsbEuOGoX2HIfF64nLeoaBexnhsp6UQybnKvBAiAyFSycGhCHSiR%2FHaCWr%2BCaEqu8JN6XznkkWGAsKQrYIyrzBAh0EAEaDDY5OTc1MzMwOTcwNSIMBytGKUwtncKDjE39KtAEEGO0Da68EcEGP%2F8Gi4zL%2F46qDBbklSoGuf7trwt8ZrBlh9CWjThb2fLqaBLLc2k7ZJIa%2B%2Fsli%2Bbs2ikYRXLbr8zjtLVB%2FLN680i3Sx72e47V3tHlvkyy6kNdEHYqibbSyWZ6rnEy2ytXZ551%2BEgId9ylv5Qm%2FhV36VeSGC4GZnNGgPZiPB7JIg8id7oKTMJC9gF4Tcs%2B%2B9rnTHheu958PSg%2F%2Fxi9XOvD%2BpdoXTYGLYX%2FSvCBsKClnUpuwlg66V4qsxme82%2BsQpvQcDCtsYJdIZGFMvypkDNrtFeHgAsZ%2FLpnRyeHGwXD7sONwv0qW8cgHBJh0NkcNDhCwYudPkuJ1Dr4pLSZDop672FvSzo0k1pf1Z5da%2FsdU0l8IHc1DtAsJuuhq5EdhVKMxkOdQwJ3uKTXihG1tmWgnJbMO9jfAwvYgyaiU8cDWhQvaLJ703h3PI7E%2Bu8n%2BI9y9dIQs4%2FJ%2FmeoNdO%2FdmpiL2HgEA9DmVkuq6iCR7NzS%2F7KHxWxyjHij6fj1VoP7ER5mJSiv4zaORcOeFyqV%2FXtlsGJCU04%2FKAtQAGORgbXPb8IpeP0g2izs0z6JCJxi1FuwqLNqL%2BNF6xfWH5UUg7v6w7U%2BAyah7rtZn%2Fb8CoXEUHO58DsEAk06bswwHGntjBYqIg1Jn0ORAju4cyPX6M2%2BIBB1vmUymEM7HUQ3sN%2BwJAQmmyAF04EUnPFmPZoKHcB%2FKJyh507LnaYypEIgpaFOR0hNziB77v%2BMurJgIW4bPS7f%2FbbIQDjqs%2B192kAk9YC%2By8nVT3%2F1zD64cTRBjqZAZAw7xBmD5LOiIBgPGQDbpDfcgc8eXrv19NNxwO2oVr1aOgNn4aRJUQR8%2FTDGPA%2BR%2Fpfegr5i%2BuWbjR%2Fpd0j%2BrRJ3goVKKpPsanZNClB%2BI45eCbCz0eK1BCoKQzu%2FM3JEv9twdAG0cJUlV0vMMXPqOH%2F4TT7tS3bjsIG0IcxL60iKhhRMyX2AdhFb455kbdHBFMGUuiQsfmLzg%3D%3D&Expires=1781612237)
How should a candidate submit an application for the Director post?
First, an advance copy of the application in the prescribed proforma with scanned self‑attested certificates must be emailed as a PDF to kiran@isro.gov.in and cao@rri.res.in by 30 June 2026. A signed hard copy of the same PDF, with self‑attested enclosures, must then be sent by Speed Post to the Chief Administrative Officer, RRI, Bengaluru, to reach by 30 June 2026 (or 15 July 2026 for specified remote regions). [ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws](https://ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws.com/web/direct-files/attachments/156520008/23862809-1335-4a2d-8d2c-30145e1daf34/Advt_No_13_2026.pdf?AWSAccessKeyId=ASIA2F3EMEYERU7RDD2M&Signature=EgI2UXjjpebPXbqdrTiCrbnylgY%3D&x-amz-security-token=IQoJb3JpZ2luX2VjEKz%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2FwEaCXVzLWVhc3QtMSJGMEQCIA6hoOZOsbEuOGoX2HIfF64nLeoaBexnhsp6UQybnKvBAiAyFSycGhCHSiR%2FHaCWr%2BCaEqu8JN6XznkkWGAsKQrYIyrzBAh0EAEaDDY5OTc1MzMwOTcwNSIMBytGKUwtncKDjE39KtAEEGO0Da68EcEGP%2F8Gi4zL%2F46qDBbklSoGuf7trwt8ZrBlh9CWjThb2fLqaBLLc2k7ZJIa%2B%2Fsli%2Bbs2ikYRXLbr8zjtLVB%2FLN680i3Sx72e47V3tHlvkyy6kNdEHYqibbSyWZ6rnEy2ytXZ551%2BEgId9ylv5Qm%2FhV36VeSGC4GZnNGgPZiPB7JIg8id7oKTMJC9gF4Tcs%2B%2B9rnTHheu958PSg%2F%2Fxi9XOvD%2BpdoXTYGLYX%2FSvCBsKClnUpuwlg66V4qsxme82%2BsQpvQcDCtsYJdIZGFMvypkDNrtFeHgAsZ%2FLpnRyeHGwXD7sONwv0qW8cgHBJh0NkcNDhCwYudPkuJ1Dr4pLSZDop672FvSzo0k1pf1Z5da%2FsdU0l8IHc1DtAsJuuhq5EdhVKMxkOdQwJ3uKTXihG1tmWgnJbMO9jfAwvYgyaiU8cDWhQvaLJ703h3PI7E%2Bu8n%2BI9y9dIQs4%2FJ%2FmeoNdO%2FdmpiL2HgEA9DmVkuq6iCR7NzS%2F7KHxWxyjHij6fj1VoP7ER5mJSiv4zaORcOeFyqV%2FXtlsGJCU04%2FKAtQAGORgbXPb8IpeP0g2izs0z6JCJxi1FuwqLNqL%2BNF6xfWH5UUg7v6w7U%2BAyah7rtZn%2Fb8CoXEUHO58DsEAk06bswwHGntjBYqIg1Jn0ORAju4cyPX6M2%2BIBB1vmUymEM7HUQ3sN%2BwJAQmmyAF04EUnPFmPZoKHcB%2FKJyh507LnaYypEIgpaFOR0hNziB77v%2BMurJgIW4bPS7f%2FbbIQDjqs%2B192kAk9YC%2By8nVT3%2F1zD64cTRBjqZAZAw7xBmD5LOiIBgPGQDbpDfcgc8eXrv19NNxwO2oVr1aOgNn4aRJUQR8%2FTDGPA%2BR%2Fpfegr5i%2BuWbjR%2Fpd0j%2BrRJ3goVKKpPsanZNClB%2BI45eCbCz0eK1BCoKQzu%2FM3JEv9twdAG0cJUlV0vMMXPqOH%2F4TT7tS3bjsIG0IcxL60iKhhRMyX2AdhFb455kbdHBFMGUuiQsfmLzg%3D%3D&Expires=1781612237)
How are nominations made and who may nominate?
Eminent persons such as Fellows of academies, Directors of national laboratories and Vice‑Chancellors of universities may nominate candidates by forwarding applications with recommendations and attested certificates by Speed Post (reaching by 30 June 2026) and/or by emailing them to kiran@isro.gov.in and cao@rri.res.in. The nominator should ensure the nominee is willing to accept the position if offered. [ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws](https://ppl-ai-file-upload.s3.amazonaws.com/web/direct-files/attachments/156520008/23862809-1335-4a2d-8d2c-30145e1daf34/Advt_No_13_2026.pdf?AWSAccessKeyId=ASIA2F3EMEYERU7RDD2M&Signature=EgI2UXjjpebPXbqdrTiCrbnylgY%3D&x-amz-security-token=IQoJb3JpZ2luX2VjEKz%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2F%2FwEaCXVzLWVhc3QtMSJGMEQCIA6hoOZOsbEuOGoX2HIfF64nLeoaBexnhsp6UQybnKvBAiAyFSycGhCHSiR%2FHaCWr%2BCaEqu8JN6XznkkWGAsKQrYIyrzBAh0EAEaDDY5OTc1MzMwOTcwNSIMBytGKUwtncKDjE39KtAEEGO0Da68EcEGP%2F8Gi4zL%2F46qDBbklSoGuf7trwt8ZrBlh9CWjThb2fLqaBLLc2k7ZJIa%2B%2Fsli%2Bbs2ikYRXLbr8zjtLVB%2FLN680i3Sx72e47V3tHlvkyy6kNdEHYqibbSyWZ6rnEy2ytXZ551%2BEgId9ylv5Qm%2FhV36VeSGC4GZnNGgPZiPB7JIg8id7oKTMJC9gF4Tcs%2B%2B9rnTHheu958PSg%2F%2Fxi9XOvD%2BpdoXTYGLYX%2FSvCBsKClnUpuwlg66V4qsxme82%2BsQpvQcDCtsYJdIZGFMvypkDNrtFeHgAsZ%2FLpnRyeHGwXD7sONwv0qW8cgHBJh0NkcNDhCwYudPkuJ1Dr4pLSZDop672FvSzo0k1pf1Z5da%2FsdU0l8IHc1DtAsJuuhq5EdhVKMxkOdQwJ3uKTXihG1tmWgnJbMO9jfAwvYgyaiU8cDWhQvaLJ703h3PI7E%2Bu8n%2BI9y9dIQs4%2FJ%2FmeoNdO%2FdmpiL2HgEA9DmVkuq6iCR7NzS%2F7KHxWxyjHij6fj1VoP7ER5mJSiv4zaORcOeFyqV%2FXtlsGJCU04%2FKAtQAGORgbXPb8IpeP0g2izs0z6JCJxi1FuwqLNqL%2BNF6xfWH5UUg7v6w7U%2BAyah7rtZn%2Fb8CoXEUHO58DsEAk06bswwHGntjBYqIg1Jn0ORAju4cyPX6M2%2BIBB1vmUymEM7HUQ3sN%2BwJAQmmyAF04EUnPFmPZoKHcB%2FKJyh507LnaYypEIgpaFOR0hNziB77v%2BMurJgIW4bPS7f%2FbbIQDjqs%2B192kAk9YC%2By8nVT3%2F1zD64cTRBjqZAZAw7xBmD5LOiIBgPGQDbpDfcgc8eXrv19NNxwO2oVr1aOgNn4aRJUQR8%2FTDGPA%2BR%2Fpfegr5i%2BuWbjR%2Fpd0j%2BrRJ3goVKKpPsanZNClB%2BI45eCbCz0eK1BCoKQzu%2FM3JEv9twdAG0cJUlV0vMMXPqOH%2F4TT7tS3bjsIG0IcxL60iKhhRMyX2AdhFb455kbdHBFMGUuiQsfmLzg%3D%3D&Expires=1781612237)
Do applicants who applied under the earlier advertisement need to apply again?
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Are there any special requirements for candidates applying through proper channel?
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Concluding guidance for interested candidates and nominators

The Director position at Raman Research Institute is a prestigious apex‑level leadership role, combining high‑end scientific credentials with significant administrative responsibility. Prospective candidates and nominators should carefully review the eligibility conditions, experience norms and application formats, then prepare detailed, accurate documentation highlighting scientific excellence, leadership and contributions to Physical Sciences before submitting applications or nominations within the specified timelines.

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