India, Nov. 10 -- NASA has opened applications for new astronauts for the first time since 2024. The US space agency announced the recruitment drive on November 7, inviting eligible Americans to apply to join its astronaut team.

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said this is an important time to join the astronaut team. He said the selected candidates could walk on the Moon, live and work at a planned Moon Base and help develop the technology and systems needed to send astronauts to Mars.

The last date to apply is December 3, 2026. Interested candidates must submit their applications through the US government's official job portal. Applicants can find the form here: NASA astronaut job application.

Applicants must be US citizens. Candid...