ISRO Recruitment 2026: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has opened applications for a substantial hiring drive targeting 336 open positions across its nationwide research centers and the Department of Space.
According to media reports, the latest recruitment circular opens doors for both general stream graduates and core engineering degree holders looking for careers in India’s premier space agency.
As reported by news outlets, the current vacancy list features a mix of technical and administrative designations.
Key openings include Assistant, Junior Personal Assistant (JPA), Upper Division Clerk (UDC), Stenographer, and Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ positions. Interested candidates can fill out their forms on ISRO’s official portal, with submission deadlines scheduled for mid-August 2026.
Non-Technical and Administrative Positions: 244 Vacancies Detailed
ISRO Recruitment 2026: Media updates indicate that a total of 244 openings are set aside for administrative and secretarial roles across different ISRO establishments and autonomous bodies.
Designation-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
Assistant: 113 positions
Junior Personal Assistant (JPA): 81 positions
Upper Division Clerk (UDC): 22 positions
Stenographer: 10 positions
Assistant (Autonomous Bodies): 17 positions
JPA (Autonomous Bodies): 1 position
Educational and Skill Requirements
According to press notifications, candidates aiming for Assistant or UDC posts must possess a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 60% score or a 6.32 CGPA, alongside basic computer operating skills.
For Junior Personal Assistant and Stenographer posts, applicants must hold a graduate degree (60% marks / 6.32 CGPA) or a recognized Diploma in Commercial/Secretarial Practice.
They also need at least one year of stenography experience, a speed of 60 words per minute in English shorthand, and familiarity with standard computer applications.
Selection Process for Non-Technical Roles
As highlighted in media reports, hiring for administrative posts will involve a two-tier e valuation comprising a written examination followed by post-specific skill assessments.
Written Examination: The screening phase starts with a 150-minute objective paper featuring 150 multiple-choice questions. Every wrong response incurs a negative marking deduction of 0.25 marks.
Qualifying Thresholds: General category candidates must score at least 50% to clear the written exam, whereas reserved category applicants need a minimum of 40%.
Skill Assessment: Candidates clearing the written stage will appear for computer literacy tests or stenography skill tests based on the chosen profile. Final merit rankings will be determined purely by performance in the written test.
Technical Roles: 92 Scientist and Engineer ‘SC’ Vacancies
According to media summaries of the official recruitment flyer, ISRO is also hiring 92 Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ officers across several core technical domains.
Discipline-Wise Seat Distribution
Electronics: 34 positions
Mechanical: 26 positions
Computer Science: 13 positions
Civil: 10 positions
Electrical: 4 positions
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (RAC): 2 positions
Architecture: 2 positions
Civil (PRL Ahmedabad): 1 position
Educational Eligibility Criteria
Applicants need a BE/B.Tech degree or equivalent qualification in the relevant field with at least 65% aggregate marks or a 6.84 CGPA.
Candidates applying for Architecture roles must have a valid registration with the Council of Architecture.
In addition, candidates must hold a valid GATE score from either GATE 2025 or GATE 2026 in the matching subject paper.
Selection Strategy for Scientist/Engineer Roles
According to media reports, candidate shortlisting for interviews will rely directly on valid GATE 2025 or GATE 2026 scorecards.
Shortlisted applicants will face a 100-mark personal interview designed to evaluate candidates across five core parameters:
Technical Knowledge: 40 marks
General Awareness: 20 marks
Communication Skills: 20 marks
Comprehension: 10 marks
Academic/Professional Accomplishments: 10 marks
The final merit list for Scientist/Engineer roles will be drawn up using a balanced 50:50 formula 50% weightage given to the GATE score and 50% to interview performance.
Candidates in the unreserved category must secure a overall 50% aggregate score, while reserved category candidates require 40% to qualify.
Remuneration, Age Limit, and Application Guidelines
According to official circulars cited by news sources, selected Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ recruits will receive a starting basic pay of ₹56,100 per month (Level-10), while administrative and clerical posts carry a starting basic pay of ₹25,500 per month.
Age Limit: The maximum age limit is set at 28 years as of the closing date. Standard age relaxations will be granted to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen as per government guidelines.
Application Fee: Registration fees are fixed at ₹100 for administrative profiles and ₹250 for scientist profiles. Complete fee exemptions apply to female candidates and reserved category applicants per rules.
Key Deadlines: The last date to complete online registration for Scientist/Engineer roles is August 17, 2026, while applications for Assistant and clerical roles close on August 16, 2026. Applicants can fill out their forms through the agency’s official website at
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