The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has released the Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ Recruitment 2026 notification for 175 vacancies in Electronics, Mechanical and Computer Science disciplines. Recruitment is being conducted through the ISRO Centralised Recruitment Board (ICRB) for posts at ISRO Centres and the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL).
Online registration started on August 27, 2026, and eligible engineering graduates can submit their applications until September 16, 2026, at 11:55 PM. Candidates generally need a BE/BTech or equivalent qualification in the relevant discipline with at least 65% marks or a CGPA of 6.84/10.
Selected candidates will be appointed in Level 10 of the Pay Matrix, carrying a minimum basic pay of ₹56,100 per month, along with applicable allowances.
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ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Post | Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ |
| Total Vacancies | 175 |
| Disciplines | Electronics, Mechanical, Computer Science |
| Qualification | BE/BTech or equivalent |
| Age Limit | 28 years |
| Last Date to Apply | September 16, 2026 |
| Basic Pay | ₹56,100 per month |
| Selection Process | Written Test/CBT and Interview |
ISRO has opened recruitment for 175 Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ posts across Electronics, Mechanical and Computer Science disciplines. Online applications started on August 27, 2026, and will remain open until September 16, 2026. Candidates should check the discipline-wise qualification requirements carefully before applying, as the notification specifies a minimum of 65% marks or a CGPA of 6.84/10 in the relevant engineering degree.
Vacancy
ISRO has announced 175 vacancies, including 172 posts across constituent ISRO Centres and three posts in the autonomous body PRL.
| Post | Post Code | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ – Electronics | BE001 | 99 |
| Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ – Mechanical | BE002 | 52 |
| Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ – Computer Science | BE003 | 21 |
| Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ – Electronics, PRL | BE001A | 1 |
| Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ – Mechanical, PRL | BE002A | 1 |
| Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ – Computer Science, PRL | BE003A | 1 |
| Total | 175 |
The notified vacancy count is provisional, and ISRO may increase or decrease the number of posts through a subsequent corrigendum.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | August 27, 2026 |
| Online Registration Begins | August 27, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | September 16, 2026 |
| Application Closing Time | 11:55 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | September 16, 2026 |
The date of the written examination has not been specified in the notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should carefully verify their discipline and degree before applying. Graduation must have been completed within the stipulated duration prescribed by the university.
Electronics
Candidates should possess a BE/BTech or equivalent degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering with a minimum aggregate of:
- 65% marks, or
- CGPA of 6.84/10
Mechanical
Applicants need a BE/BTech in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent with at least 65% marks or a CGPA of 6.84/10.
Computer Science
Candidates should hold a BE/BTech or equivalent in Computer Science Engineering with at least 65% marks or a CGPA of 6.84/10.
ISRO has stated that the acceptable allied engineering disciplines are specified separately in the FAQs accompanying the recruitment advertisement.
Candidates should also note that if their university mentions only CGPA, the stated CGPA itself must satisfy ISRO’s requirement. Conversion of CGPA to percentage is not permitted when determining eligibility, even if the university provides a conversion formula.
Age Limit
The maximum age is:
28 years as of September 16, 2026.
Serving Central Government civilian employees, ex-servicemen, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities are eligible for age relaxation in accordance with the applicable Government of India rules.
Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
Application Fee and Processing Fee
The recruitment has a two-part fee mechanism that candidates should understand before applying.
The non-refundable application fee is ₹250, but all applicants must initially pay ₹750 per application as a processing fee.
Candidates who appear in the Written Test/CBT will receive the applicable refund.
| Candidate Category | Initial Payment | Refund After Appearing in the Exam |
|---|---|---|
| Women/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen | ₹750 | ₹750 |
| Other Candidates | ₹750 | ₹500 |
| Candidate absent from Written Test/CBT | ₹750 | No refund |
For candidates not exempt from the application fee, ₹250 is retained as the application fee and ₹500 is refunded after appearance in the examination.
Payment can be made online through the Bharatkosh e-Payment gateway using Internet Banking, UPI or domestic debit cards.
Candidates must enter their bank account details correctly in the application because refunds will be credited to the account provided during registration.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Written Test/Computer-Based Test
- Interview
- Final merit based on Written Test and Interview
Candidates will be shortlisted for interview based on their performance in the written examination, generally at a 1:5 ratio, subject to the conditions specified by ISRO.
Exam Pattern
The Written Test/CBT will carry a total of 100 marks and will consist of two parts.
| Section | Duration | Questions | Marks | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part A – Discipline Specific | 90 minutes | 80 MCQs | 80 | 1/3 mark deducted |
| Part B – Aptitude/Ability | 30 minutes | Maximum 15 MCQs | 20 | No negative marking |
| Total | 120 minutes | — | 100 | — |
Part B may include questions based on:
- Numerical reasoning
- Logical reasoning
- Diagrammatic reasoning
- Abstract reasoning
- Deductive reasoning
For Part A, candidates will receive one mark for every correct response, zero marks for unanswered questions and a deduction of one-third mark for each incorrect answer.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
For the written examination:
| Category | Part A | Part B |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 50% | 50% |
| PwBD, where posts are reserved | 40% | 40% |
For final qualification, unreserved candidates need at least 50% in the Written Test/CBT, 50% in the Interview and 60% aggregate.
PwBD candidates for reserved vacancies require 40% in the Written Test, 40% in the Interview, and a 50% aggregate.
Interview Marks
The interview will be evaluated out of 100 marks.
| Assessment Area | Marks |
|---|---|
| Technical/Academic Knowledge | 40 |
| General Awareness related to Technical Specialisation | 20 |
| Presentation/Communication Skills | 20 |
| Comprehension | 10 |
| Academic Achievements | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
Academic achievement marks may take into account the candidate’s institution, academic performance, and rank, subject to the criteria specified by ISRO.
Final Merit List
For the preparation of the final selection panel, ISRO will assign:
- 50% weightage to Written Test/CBT
- 50% weightage to Interview
If two or more candidates obtain the same final score, the tie will be resolved using the following sequence:
- Higher Written Test/CBT marks
- Higher marks in the essential educational qualification
- Older candidate based on date of birth
Written Test Cities
ISRO has listed 37 Written Test/CBT venues, including Agartala, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh/Mohali, Chennai, Dehradun, Delhi, Ernakulam, Gorakhpur, Gurugram, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Indore, Jaipur, Jammu, Jodhpur, Kanpur, Kavaratti, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mangaluru, Mumbai, Mysore, Nagpur, Patna, Port Blair, Pune, Raipur, Ranchi, Shillong, Tiruchirappalli, Thiruvananthapuram, Varanasi, Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam.
ISRO reserves the right to cancel or change examination venues and re-allot candidates to another centre.
Written test call letters will be sent to the candidate’s registered email address.
Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed as Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ in Level 10 of the Pay Matrix.
The minimum basic pay will be:
₹56,100 per month
In addition to basic pay, employees will be eligible for applicable benefits, including:
- Dearness Allowance
- House Rent Allowance
- Transport Allowance
- Medical facilities for employees and dependants
- Subsidised canteen facilities
- Limited residential accommodation, subject to conditions
- Leave Travel Concession
- Group Insurance
- House Building Advance
Other benefits will be governed by applicable Central Government rules.
Documents Required During Online Application
Candidates are required to upload the prescribed documents while completing the application. These include a recent colour passport-size photograph and signature in the specified format.
Candidates claiming applicable benefits should also upload the relevant SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen certificate where required.
Applicants should retain their original qualification, age, category, and employment-related documents, as these may need to be produced at later stages of recruitment.
How to Apply for ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026
- Visit the ISRO recruitment portal.
- Open the Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Select the relevant post and discipline.
- Complete the online registration with the required personal and educational details.
- Upload the prescribed photograph, signature and applicable supporting documents.
- Enter the bank account details carefully to process the refund.
- Pay the required fee through the available online payment modes.
- Submit the application form and note the online registration number for future reference.
- Ensure that the registered email ID remains active, as Written Test/CBT and interview call letters will be sent through email.
- Complete the application process by September 16, 2026, at 11:55 PM.
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates should avoid submitting multiple applications for the same post. If multiple applications are submitted, only the application for which the prescribed fee is received by the deadline will be considered.
Applicants already working under Central or State Governments, Public Sector Undertakings, or autonomous bodies will have to produce an original No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the interview stage.
Candidates should also regularly check their registered email, including spam and junk folders, for recruitment-related communication.
ISRO has specifically cautioned candidates against fake appointment offers claiming to provide jobs in the organisation.
