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Job in NASA: Many students who are interested in the world beyond the sky and the shining stars dream of working in the American Space Agency, NASA. However, the path to fulfill this dream is a bit difficult, but not impossible. If proper planning and hard work are done, then you, too, can become a part of NASA (The National Aeronautics and Space Administration). In such a situation, in today's article, we explain to you in very simple language the process of getting a job in the American Space Agency and the salary package.

What education is necessary to work at NASA?

For a job at NASA, you must have a good grip on science-related subjects. For this, you have to study subjects like Physics, Chemistry, and Maths (PCM) well till 12th. At the same time, after 12th, you will have to take a graduation degree in subjects like Engineering (such as Aerospace, Computer Science), Physical Science, or Mathematics.

The most important thing is that NASA often gives more importance to those people who have big degrees, like a Master's or a PhD.

Can people from India work at NASA?

This is a big question. NASA is an American government agency, so you must have American citizenship to get a permanent government job there. However, many avenues are open for Indian students as well. They can work with NASA through an internship, fellowship, or contract on a special project.

Apart from this, one can apply for a job at NASA even after studying at a good university in America and getting a work permit.

How to apply for a job at NASA?

Information about all the jobs and internships in NASA is available on the American government's job website, USAJOBS (usajobs.gov). You can create your profile by visiting this website and applying for a job according to your education.

How much salary do you get when you get a job at NASA?

Salary in NASA depends on your designation, education, and experience. According to an estimate, the average annual salary of an employee in NASA is around Rs 87 lakh to Rs 1.04 crore in Indian currency.

Initially the salary may be a little less, but as your experience increases, the salary also becomes good.

For example, an aerospace engineer can get around $109,287 (about Rs 91 lakh) annually. At the same time, an astronaut can get an annual salary of Rs 1.26 crore.