Back to Schemes
Skills & Employment; Science, IT & Communications

National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS) Research Associates Scheme

NCCS engages young scholars as Research Associates to contribute in development of Telecom Security eco system with in India by providing an opportunity to them to work in areas like Telecom Security Standard development, Lab recognition and Security Certification of telecom products.

Authority

Central

Region

Central Government

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Remuneration | - A consolidated amount of Rs. 75,000/- per month on pro rata basis, all-inclusive (including taxes), will be paid to every RA. There shall be an annual increase of Rs. 7,500/- subject to satisfactory performance. | - RA shall submit execute bond as prescribed in the Advertisement.

Who can apply

Valid Gate Score in Electronics and Communication Engineering/ Computer Science and Information Technology Subjects or related discipline with minimum score as per Annexure II.; Post-Graduation/ Master Degree in Electronics/ Communications/Telecommunications/ Information Technology/ Computers or related discipline with minimum 60% marks (with valid Gate Score at the time of admission).; PhD Degree in relevant fields.; (a) Work experience of one year or more in the relevant field as defined in Annexure VII or (b) Successful Internship certificate of six month or more with NCCS/TEC.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the full name of NCCS? Which department manages this organization?

The full name of NCCS is "National Centre for Communication Security". It is a subordinate office of Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications, Government of India.

What are the areas of activity of NCCS?

National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS) responsible for the implementation of ComSeC Scheme part of MTCTE. | For implementation of ComSeC scheme NCCS has 3 divisions i.e., Security Assurance Standards (SAS), Security Lab Recognition (SLR) and Security Certification (SC). For more details, visit the NCCS website www.nccs.gov.in. NCCS is entrusted with the task of establishment of Centre of Excellence in Telecom Security Domain. NCCS is also involved in supporting activities for evaluation of hardware and the integrity of the supply chain of Telecom Network Equipment.

Does Research Associate comes under category of job a NCCS?

Research Associateship is neither a job nor an assurance of a job with the NCCS. Selected candidate has to enter into a contract with NCCS.

Is the contract period extendable?

Yes, it is extendable by one year, on the recommendations of Performance Appraisal Committee.

What are the other terms and conditions of the scheme?

Refer to the latest RA notification published on the NCCS website for more details regarding general conditions of the contract.

What is the methodology for shortlisting of candidates?

Refer to the Annexure II of RA notification published on NCCS website.