ISRO Scientist/Engineer Recruitment Drive 2026: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) ICRB has announced a job notification for the post of Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ for 175 vacancies. Candidates with the qualification of B.E. / B.Tech degree can apply for this post. Interested and eligible candidates can read more details below for Careers, Recruitment, Eligibility, Requirements, Salary, Skills, etc
About ISRO:
The Indian Space Research Organisation is the national space agency of India, headquartered in Bangalore, Karnataka. Operating under the Department of Space, ISRO is India’s primary agency for conducting space research, space exploration, and research and development of technologies for space-based applications.
ISRO Scientist/Engineer Recruitment 2026:
| Organization Name | Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) |
| Post Name | Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (ICRB) |
| Salary | Minimum ₹56,100/-month (Pay Level 10) |
| Experience | Freshers |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Total Vacancies | 175 Posts |
| Last Date for Registration | 16th September 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Website | isro.gov.in |
Indian Space Research Organisation ICRB Eligibility Criteria:
Total Vacancies for ISRO Scientist/Engineer-
- For Electronics: 99 Posts
- For Mechanical: 52 Posts
- For Computer Science: 21 Posts
- For Electronics (Autonomous Body)- PRL: 1 Post
- For Mechanical (Autonomous Body)- PRL: 1 Post
- For Computer Science (Autonomous Body)- PRL: 1 Post
Educational Qualification:
- Electronics/ Autonomous Body: BE/B.Tech or equivalent in Electronics & Communication Engineering with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10
- Mechanical/ Autonomous Body: BE/B. Tech or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10
- Computer Science/ Autonomous Body: BE/B.Tech or equivalent in Computer Science Engineering with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10
ISRO Scientist/Engineer- Age Limit:
- Candidate should be 28 years as on 16.09.2026.
- Serving Central Govt. employees, Ex-Servicemen, and PwBD Candidates are eligible for age relaxation as per Govt. of India orders
Age Relaxation-
- UR/EWS candidates born on or after 18.08.1998
- OBC candidates born on or after 18.08.1995
- SC/ST candidates born on or after 18.08.1993
Selection Process For Indian Space Research Organisation:
The Shortlisting process of the candidates for the ISRO ICRB Interview will be based on Written test/ CBT
Written test/ CBT:
| Category | Questions | Marks Allocation | Duration | Negative marking |
| Area/Discipline Specific part | 80 | 80 | 90 Minutes | 1/3 Marks deducted for wrong answer |
| Aptitude/Ability Tests | 15 | 20 | 30 Minutes | No negative marking |
| Total | 100 Marks |
Interview:
Based on performance in the written test, candidates will be short-listed for Interview in the ratio of 1:5, with an aggregate minimum of 10 candidates
Assessed based on:
| Attributes | Marks Allocation |
| Technical (Academic) Knowledge | 40 |
| General Awareness | 20 |
| Presentation/Communication Skill | 20 |
| Comprehension | 10 |
| Academic Achievements | 10 |
| Academic Performance | |
| Rank | |
| Total | 100 Marks |
Application fee for ISRO Scientist/Engineer Recruitment:
- All candidates (initial payment): Rs.750/- (processing fee) (Rs.500 will be refunded)
- Non-refundable application fee for all the posts: Rs 250/-
- SC/ ST/ Female/ Ex-serviceman/ PwBD Candidates: Full refund of the processing fee, subject to appearing in the Written Test/CBT
- Mode of Payment: Online
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ISRO Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ Recruitment 2026: Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What is the last date to apply for this ISRO recruitment?
The online registration window closes on September 16, 2026.
Q: What is the maximum age limit for applicants?
The age limit is 28 years as of September 16, 2026. Age relaxation is available for serving Central Government civilian employees, Ex-servicemen, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
Q: What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Candidates must hold a BE/B.Tech or equivalent degree in Electronics, Mechanical, or Computer Science Engineering with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks or a CGPA of 6.84/10.
Q: What is the total application fee?
All applicants must uniformly pay an initial processing fee of ₹750.
Q: How does the application fee refund work?
Only candidates who actually appear for the written test will receive a refund. Women, SC/ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen receive a full refund of ₹750. All other candidates receive a refund of ₹500 (after a ₹250 application fee deduction).
Q: What are the stages of the selection process?
The selection process consists of a Written Test/Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by an Interview. The final selection panel gives 50% weightage to the written test marks and 50% to the interview marks.
Q: What is the starting salary for the Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ position?
Appointees are placed in Level 10 of the Pay Matrix with a minimum basic pay of ₹56,100 per month, plus applicable Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and Transport Allowance.
