ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Centralised Recruitment Board (ICRB) has released Advertisement No. ISRO:ICRB:03(EMC):2026 dated 27 August 2026 for recruitment of Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ in Electronics, Mechanical and Computer Science disciplines. A total of 175 vacancies are available across constituent ISRO Centres/Units and PRL.
Eligible candidates holding a BE/B.Tech or equivalent degree in the relevant discipline with at least 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10 can apply online. The online registration process starts on 27 August 2026 and the last date for submitting the application is 16 September 2026 up to 11:55 PM.
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, along with applicable DA, HRA and Transport Allowance and other benefits under Central Government rules.
📋 ISRO Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Post Name | ISRO Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement Number | ISRO:ICRB:03(EMC):2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 175 Posts |
| Job Location | ISRO / Department of Space Centres & Units across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
📅 Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 27/08/2026 |
| Application Last Date | 16/09/2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 16/09/2026 |
| Correction Last Date | 16/09/2026 |
💰 Application Fee
| General | ₹750/- initially (₹250 application fee + ₹500 refundable processing component) |
| OBC | ₹750/- initially |
| SC / ST | ₹750/- initially; eligible SC/ST candidates are exempt from the ₹250 application fee and processing fee is refundable on appearing in CBT |
| Female | ₹750/- initially; eligible female candidates are exempt from the ₹250 application fee and processing fee is refundable on appearing in CBT |
🎂 Age Limit
| Maximum Age | 28 Years |
| Age As On | 16/09/2026 |
🎓 Educational Qualification
BE/B.Tech or equivalent in Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Computer Science Engineering with minimum 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10
🎯 Selection Process
Written Test/CBT + Interview
💼 Salary / Pay Scale
📝 How to Apply
- Visit the official website or application link given below.
- Read the official recruitment notification carefully.
- Complete the online registration process.
- Fill in all required application details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application form before the last date.
- Download or print the submitted application form for future reference.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is ISRO Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ Recruitment 2026?
ISRO Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ Recruitment 2026 is a government recruitment opportunity. Candidates should check the official notification for complete eligibility, selection and application details.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply is 16/09/2026, subject to the official recruitment notification.
How many vacancies are available?
A total of 175 Posts vacancies are listed for this recruitment.
What is the age limit?
The age limit is up to 28 Years, subject to applicable age-relaxation rules.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a BE/B.Tech or equivalent degree in the relevant engineering discipline as per ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026:
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Computer Science Engineering
The degree must have been completed within the stipulated duration of the course, and candidates must have an aggregate minimum of 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10.
Age Limit ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026
Maximum Age: 28 Years
Age will be calculated as on 16 September 2026.
Serving Central Government civilian employees, Ex-Servicemen and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities are eligible for age relaxation as per applicable Government of India rules.
Minimum age: Not separately specified in the notification for this post.
Selection Process
The selection process for the post of ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026 consists of:
- Written Test / Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Interview
- Final panel generation
The Written Test contains 100 marks:
- Part A – Discipline-specific: 80 MCQs, 80 marks
- Part B – Aptitude/Ability: maximum 15 MCQs, 20 marks
- Part A has -1/3 negative marking for each wrong answer.
- Part B has no negative marking.
Candidates are shortlisted for interview based on written-test performance, generally in a 1:5 ratio, with a minimum aggregate of 10 candidates. Final panel generation gives 50% weightage to Written Test and 50% to Interview as per the official ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive:
₹56,100/- Basic Pay per month
Pay Level: Level 10
Additional benefits include:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Medical facilities
- Subsidized canteen
- Limited quarters facility
- Leave Travel Concession
- Group Insurance
- House Building Advance
- New Pension Scheme
as applicable under Central Government rules as per the official ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026.