ISRO Scientist/Engineer SC Recruitment 2026
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space, Government of India has invited online applications for recruitment to the post of Scientist/Engineer 'SC' in Electronics, Mechanical and Computer Science. A total of 175 tentative vacancies are notified in Level 10 of the Pay Matrix. Eligible BE/B.Tech or equivalent degree holders can apply online from 27 August 2026 to 16 September 2026. Selection will be based on Written Test/CBT followed by Interview.
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Main Information Eligibility Vacancy Details Salary Structure Application Fees Important Links Important Instructions FAQs| Organisation | Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | ISRO:ICRB:03(EMC):2026 |
| Post | Scientist/Engineer 'SC' |
| Total Vacancy | 175 |
| Minimum Marks | 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10 |
| Minimum Age | Not specified |
| Maximum Age | 28 years as on 16.09.2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 27.08.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 16.09.2026 up to 11:55 PM |
| Post | Educational Qualification |
| Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Electronics) | BE/B.Tech or equivalent in Electronics & Communication Engineering with minimum 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10 |
| Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Mechanical) | BE/B.Tech or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10 |
| Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Computer Science) | BE/B.Tech or equivalent in Computer Science Engineering with minimum 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10 |
Candidates must possess BE/B.Tech or equivalent degree in Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Computer Science Engineering with minimum 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10. The graduation must have been completed within the stipulated duration of the course. The maximum age is 28 years as on 16.09.2026, with applicable relaxation for serving Central Government civilian employees, Ex-servicemen and PwBD candidates.
| Part | Questions |
| Part A - Area/Discipline Specific | 80 MCQs |
| Part B - Aptitude/Ability Tests | Maximum 15 MCQs |
| Total | Maximum 95 Questions |
The selection process consists of a Written Test/Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by an Interview. The Written Test has 80 discipline-specific MCQs in Part A for 80 marks with 90 minutes duration and 15 aptitude/ability MCQs in Part B for 20 marks with 30 minutes duration. Part A has negative marking of 1/3 mark for each wrong answer, while Part B has no negative marking. Total Written Test marks are 100.
| Post | No. of Posts |
| Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Electronics) | 99 |
| Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Mechanical) | 52 |
| Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Computer Science) | 21 |
| Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Electronics) – Autonomous Body (PRL) | 01 |
| Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Mechanical) – Autonomous Body (PRL) | 01 |
| Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Computer Science) – Autonomous Body (PRL) | 01 |
| Total | 175 |
ISRO has notified 175 tentative vacancies for Scientist/Engineer 'SC' in Electronics, Mechanical and Computer Science. The vacancies include 99 posts for Electronics, 52 for Mechanical, 21 for Computer Science and 3 posts in the corresponding disciplines under the autonomous body Physical Research Laboratory (PRL).
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
| General / UR | Maximum 28 years as on 16.09.2026 |
| SC/ST | Applicable age relaxation as per Government of India rules |
| OBC | Applicable age relaxation as per Government of India rules |
| PwBD | Applicable age relaxation as per Government of India rules |
| Ex-Servicemen | Applicable age relaxation as per Government of India rules |
| Central Government Civilian Employees | Applicable age relaxation as per Government of India rules |
| Post | Pay Level / Pay Scale |
| Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Electronics) | Level-10: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Mechanical) | Level-10: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Computer Science) | Level-10: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Electronics) – PRL | Level-10: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Mechanical) – PRL | Level-10: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Computer Science) – PRL | Level-10: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
Selected candidates will be appointed as Scientist/Engineer 'SC' in Level 10 of the Pay Matrix with a minimum basic pay of ₹56,100 per month. The Level 10 pay matrix extends up to ₹1,77,500. DA, HRA and Transport Allowance are payable as per applicable rules, along with other Central Government benefits.
| Category | Application Fee / Refund |
| All Candidates | ₹250 non-refundable Application Fee + initially ₹750 processing fee |
| Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Full refund of ₹750 processing fee if the candidate appears in Written Test/CBT |
| Other Candidates | ₹500 processing fee refund after deduction of ₹250 Application Fee, provided the candidate appears in Written Test/CBT |
The non-refundable Application Fee is ₹250 for all posts. Initially, all candidates have to pay ₹750 as processing fee. Candidates who are exempted from payment of application fee, including women, SC/ST, PwBD and Ex-servicemen, receive full refund of the processing fee if they appear in the Written Test/CBT. Other candidates who appear in the Written Test receive ₹500 refund after deduction of the ₹250 application fee.
| Particular | Details |
| Nationality | Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply. |
| Application Mode | Applications are accepted online only through the ISRO website. |
| NCS Registration | Candidates registered under the National Career Services (NCS) portal and fulfilling the eligibility conditions may apply. |
| E-mail ID | A valid e-mail ID must be provided. Hall tickets/call letters for Written Test/CBT and Interview will be sent through e-mail. |
| NOC | Candidates employed under Central/State Government, Public Sector Undertakings, Autonomous Bodies etc. must submit the original No Objection Certificate from the employer at the time of Interview or when called for. |
| Document Upload | Candidates must upload a recent colour passport-size photograph, signature and applicable supporting certificate such as SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen certificate. |
| Original Documents | Candidates must be ready to produce original documents supporting qualification, age, category, NOC and other details furnished in the application. |
| Interview TA | Candidates attending the Interview will be reimbursed to-and-fro second-class train fare by the shortest route from the city indicated in the online application to the Interview venue. |
| Written Test TA | No TA will be paid for attending the Written Test/CBT. |
| Posting | Selected candidates may be posted at any Centre/Unit of the Department of Space/ISRO and may be transferred to any such Centre/Unit as required. |
| Vacancies | The number of vacancies is provisional and ISRO reserves the right to increase or decrease the vacancies according to requirements. |
| Communication | All further communication will be through the registered e-mail ID and/or ISRO website. Candidates should regularly check their e-mail including spam/junk folders. |
| Canvassing | Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification. |
Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply. Applications are accepted online through the ISRO website from 27.08.2026 to 16.09.2026 up to 11:55 PM. Candidates must provide a valid email ID because hall tickets/call letters for the Written Test/CBT and Interview are sent through email. Multiple applications for the same post should be avoided. Candidates employed in Government, PSUs or Autonomous Bodies must produce an original NOC at the Interview.
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| What is ISRO Scientist/Engineer SC Recruitment 2026? | Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has invited applications for recruitment to the post of Scientist/Engineer 'SC' in Electronics, Mechanical and Computer Science disciplines. |
| How many vacancies are available in ISRO Scientist/Engineer SC Recruitment 2026? | A total of 175 tentative vacancies are notified for Scientist/Engineer 'SC' posts. |
| Which disciplines are included in the recruitment? | The recruitment covers Electronics, Mechanical and Computer Science disciplines. |
| What is the educational qualification for ISRO Scientist/Engineer SC? | Candidates must possess BE/B.Tech or equivalent qualification in the relevant discipline with minimum 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10. |
| Who can receive refund of the processing fee? | Candidates who appear in the Written Test/CBT are eligible for refund of the processing fee according to the applicable category and fee rules specified in the notification. |
| What is the application mode for ISRO Scientist/Engineer SC Recruitment? | Eligible candidates must submit their applications online through the official ISRO website. |
| What is the last date to apply for ISRO Scientist/Engineer SC Recruitment 2026? | The closing date for online registration is 16 September 2026. |
| When does online registration start? | Online registration opens on 27 August 2026. |
| Where will the Written Test/CBT be conducted? | The Written Test/CBT will be conducted at designated examination centres across multiple cities. ICRB/ISRO reserves the right to change the examination venue or allot another examination centre. |
