Apply for ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026. Check URSC Notification PDF, eligibility, salary, vacancy details, and last date. Direct apply link available.
ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026 – The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), through the U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) in Bengaluru, has announced a highly anticipated recruitment drive for 2026
. They are inviting online applications from dynamic and eligible Indian Nationals to fill the temporary, but likely indefinite, positions of Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’, Scientist/Engineer ‘SD’, and Medical Officer ‘SC’
Recruitment Highlights & Overview
| Feature | Details |
| Recruiting Organization | Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) |
| Lead Centre | U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), Bengaluru |
| Advertisement Number | Advt. No. URSC:01:2026 |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India at ISRO Centre/Units |
| Nationality Requirement | Only Indian Nationals need to apply |
| Application Mode | Strictly Online (No physical applications accepted) |
Important Dates to Remember
| Event | Date |
| Official Notification Date | March 21, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | March 23, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | April 12, 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age & Qualifications | April 12, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | April 12, 2026 |
Vacancy Details, Age Limit & Salary
| Post Code | Post Name & Vacancies | Max Age Limit (As on 12.04.2026) | Pay Level & Salary |
| 01 | Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (02 UR) | 28 Years | Level 10 (Rs. 56,100/-) + Allowances |
| 02 | Scientist/Engineer ‘SD’ (01 UR) | 35 Years | Level 11 (Rs. 67,700/-) + Allowances |
| 03 | Medical Officer ‘SC’ (01 UR) | 35 Years | Level 10 (Rs. 56,100/-) + Allowances + 20% NPA |
Note on Age Relaxation: While vacancies are Unreserved (UR) and no relaxations are available against UR vacancies, Departmental candidates, Ex-servicemen, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are eligible for age relaxation as per Government of India Orders.
Educational Qualifications Required
| Post Name | Essential Qualifications |
| Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ | B.E/B.Tech or equivalent in Industrial Production, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Management, Systems engineering and Project Management, or Production Engineering. Minimum 65% marks or 6.84 CGPA on a 10-point scale. |
| Scientist/Engineer ‘SD’ | PhD in Thin Films, Material Science, Applied Optics, or Metallurgy. Mandatory pre-eligibility: M.Tech in Material Science/Metallurgical Engg/Applied Optics OR B.E/B.Tech in Physical Streams/Metallurgical Engg/Material Science OR B.Sc/M.Sc in Physics/Material Science. Minimum 60% or 6.5 CGPA required in Bachelor’s/Master’s. |
| Medical Officer ‘SC’ | M.B.B.S passed with a minimum of second class along with compulsory rotary internship. Minimum 2 years of experience required after registration with the National Medical Commission/State Medical Council. |
Application Fee Structure & Refund Policy
| Applicant Category | Initial Payment | Non-Refundable Fee | Refund Amount (If applicable) |
| Scientist/Engineer ‘SD’ (Post Code 02) Applicants | Nil | Nil | Not Applicable |
| Women, SC/ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen (Posts 01 & 03) | Rs. 750/- | Nil | Rs. 750/- (Full Refund) |
| All Other Candidates (Posts 01 & 03) | Rs. 750/- | Rs. 250/- | Rs. 500/- |
Important Refund Rule: Processing fees will only be refunded to candidates who actually appear for the written test (Post Code 01) or interview (Post Code 03). If you do not appear, or if your application is invalid, the fee will not be refunded.
Selection Process by Post
| Post Name | Selection Methodology |
| Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Post 01) | Written Test (conducted only in Bengaluru) followed by an Interview. Written test has two parts: Part A (80 marks, +1 and -1/3 marking) and Part B (20 marks, no negative marking). Candidates must score 50% in both parts to qualify for the interview. |
| Scientist/Engineer ‘SD’ (Post 02) | Initial screening based on the online application in the ISRO Live Register portal. Final selection is strictly based on performance in the interview. |
| Medical Officer ‘SC’ (Post 03) | Initial screening based on academic performance/parameters provided in the online application. A written test may be conducted purely for short-listing purposes. Final selection is based solely on interview marks. |
Mandatory Documents for Online Upload
| Document Type | Formatting Requirements |
| Recent Color Photograph | Not older than 6 months. Size: Max 1 MB. Dimensions: Min 200×200 pixels, Max 500×500 pixels. Format: .jpg or .jpeg only. |
| Signature | Size: Max 1 MB. Dimensions: Min 100×350 pixels, Max 200×700 pixels. Format: .jpg or .jpeg only. |
| Educational/Experience Certificates | Max file size 1 MB, in .pdf format only. |
| Category/Registration Certificates | Medical Registration, FMGE (if applicable), or SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen certificates for fee refund. Max 1 MB, in .pdf format only. |
Important Link
| Important | Links |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| View Results | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How can I apply for these positions at ISRO URSC?
Answer: The application process is entirely online. For Post Codes 01 and 03, you must apply through the official ISRO website (www.isro.gov.in) or URSC website (www.ursc.gov.in) between March 23, 2026, and April 12, 2026. For Post Code 02, candidates must register and apply exclusively through the ISRO Live Register portal (https://liveregister.isro.gov.in/LRClient) by April 12, 2026.
Q2: What happens if I make a mistake in my online application?
Answer: It must be clearly noted that an online application once submitted cannot be edited later. If you need to make changes, you must apply once again. In the case of multiple applications, only the latest application for which the application fee is successfully remitted will be considered valid.
Q3: I am currently working in a government department. Do I need a No Objection Certificate (NOC)?
Answer: Yes. Candidates employed under Central/State Government, Public Sector Undertakings, or Autonomous Bodies must inform their employer and apply with prior permission. You will be required to submit the ‘No Objection Certificate’ in original at the time of the Interview. Failure to submit the NOC will result in not being permitted to appear for the interview and no Travel Allowance (TA) will be paid.
Q4: Is there a specific marking scheme for the written test for Post Code 01?
Answer: Yes. The written test for Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ consists of two parts. Part A (Discipline Specific) has 80 multiple-choice questions for 80 marks, featuring a +1 and -1/3 negative marking pattern. Part B (Aptitude/Ability Test) has a maximum of 15 questions for 20 marks, and negative marking is not applicable here.
Q5: What are the tie-breaking rules if two candidates score the same marks?
Answer: In the event of a tie during final empanelment, the inter-se merit will be decided sequentially based on: first, the marks scored in the Written Test; second, the marks scored in the essential qualification notified for the post; and third, the Date of Birth, with older candidates placed higher.
Q6: What modes of payment are accepted for the application fee?
Answer: The application fee must be paid online via the Bharatkosh portal/payment gateway. Accepted payment modes include Internet Banking, Domestic Debit Cards, Domestic Credit Cards, and Unified Payment Interface (UPI). Cash remittance, cheques, drafts, money orders, or IPOs are strictly not allowed.
Q7: Can final-year students apply for this recruitment?
Answer: No. Only candidates who have already passed the relevant examinations are eligible to apply. Students who are waiting for their final results need not apply. Furthermore, candidates who pursued their professional course through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) are also not eligible.
Q8: Are travel expenses reimbursed for attending the interview? Answer: Yes, for the interview stage. Outstation candidates shortlisted for the interview will be paid to and fro Second Class or Sleeper Railway fare by the shortest distance, or non-A/c Bus fare, or actual fare (whichever is less) upon production of journey proof. However, Travel Allowance (TA) is not applicable for candidates appearing in the Written Test for Post Code 01.
Q9: What are the guidelines for PwBD candidates requiring a scribe?
Answer: Candidates with Benchmark Disabilities whose writing speed is adversely affected can use their own scribe at their own cost. The scribe’s educational qualification must be one step below the essential qualification prescribed for the post. Additionally, eligible PwBD candidates can get compensatory time at the rate of 20 minutes per hour.
Q10: What is the rule regarding the conversion of CGPA to percentages?
Answer: If a university mentions only CGPA/CPI in its Degree Certificate or marksheet, that CGPA must necessarily meet ISRO’s eligibility criteria. The conversion of CGPA/CPI into a percentage of marks is not permitted to determine eligibility, regardless of whether the university has a conversion formula.
ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026
