ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026: 92 Posts via GATE

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has officially released the ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026 notification through its ISRO Centralised Recruitment Board (ICRB), announcing 92 vacancies for the post of Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’. If you have a valid GATE score and dream of working on India’s satellite and launch vehicle programmes, this is one of the most direct routes into ISRO — there’s no separate written exam, selection runs purely on your GATE score.

The posts are spread across Electronics, Mechanical, Computer Science, Civil, Electrical, Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning, and Architecture disciplines, with postings at ISRO centres like VSSC, URSC, SAC, SDSC SHAR, and more. Online registration is already open at isro.gov.in and closes on 17th August 2026. Selected candidates will join as Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officers under Level 10 of the Pay Matrix.

Here’s everything you need to know — vacancy breakdown, eligibility, salary, and how to apply — before the window closes.

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ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

Important Dates

⚠️ Don’t wait for the last day! Government portals tend to slow down as the deadline approaches, and the Bharatkosh fee-payment step can take extra time — try to complete your ISRO Scientist Engineer application at least 2–3 days before 17th August 2026.

Vacancy Details

ISRO has notified 92 Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ vacancies across 8 post codes. Electronics and Mechanical account for the bulk of the openings, but there are also smaller, less-competitive windows in Electrical, Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning, and Architecture — worth a look if you qualify in these disciplines.

Postings are tentative and spread across major ISRO centres, including VSSC Thiruvananthapuram, URSC and HSFC Bengaluru, SAC Ahmedabad, SDSC SHAR Sriharikota, IPRC Mahendragiri, LPSC Valiamala, NRSC Hyderabad, and PRL Ahmedabad (for the Autonomous Body post).

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Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Each post code has its own discipline-specific qualification, and a valid GATE score in the matching paper code is compulsory for every post — this is a GATE-based recruitment, so there’s no separate ISRO written test.

• Electronics (BE001): BE/B.Tech or equivalent in Electronics & Communication Engineering, minimum 65% aggregate marks or CGPA 6.84/10, with a valid GATE score in Paper Code EC.
• Mechanical (BE002, BE006): BE/B.Tech or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering with the same marks criterion, and a valid GATE score in Paper Code ME.
• Computer Science (BE003): BE/B.Tech or equivalent in Computer Science Engineering, with a valid GATE score in Paper Code CS.
• Civil (BE004, BE004A): BE/B.Tech or equivalent in Civil Engineering, with a valid GATE score in Paper Code CE.
• Electrical (BE005): BE/B.Tech or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering, with a valid GATE score in Paper Code EE.
• Architecture (BE007): Bachelor’s degree in Architecture with a valid Council of Architecture registration certificate, and a valid GATE score in Paper Code AR.

Age Limit (as on 17.08.2026)

✅ Candidates who are 28 years or younger as on 17th August 2026 are eligible for the General category. Category-wise age relaxation applies as per Government of India norms — confirm the exact figures in the detailed advertisement before you apply.

Application Fee

The fee is payable online after you submit the form, through the Bharatkosh portal. Keep a screenshot or printed receipt of your payment confirmation for future reference.

ISRO Scientist Engineer Salary 2026

Selected candidates join as Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ under Level 10 of the Pay Matrix, with a minimum basic pay of ₹56,100 per month. On top of basic pay, you’ll receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance (TA) as applicable to your posting location.

💡 Pro Tip: Based on current DA and HRA rates for Level 10 Central Government posts, the in-hand monthly salary for ISRO Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ typically works out to approximately ₹85,000–₹95,000, depending on the city classification of your posting. Along with the salary, ISRO employees also get medical benefits, subsidised housing/HRA, LTC, and pension benefits under NPS/UPS.

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Selection Process

Unlike most Central Government technical recruitments, ISRO does not conduct a separate written exam for this drive. The entire process runs on your GATE score:

1. GATE Score Screening – Candidates are shortlisted purely on the basis of their valid GATE score in the paper code matching their post.
2. Document Verification – Shortlisted candidates must produce original certificates, mark sheets, and their GATE scorecard for verification.
3. Medical Examination – Candidates must clear the medical standards prescribed for Central Government Scientist/Engineer posts.

No interview or written test is conducted for this recruitment — your GATE score does the heavy lifting, so make sure the score and category details you enter in the form exactly match your GATE scorecard.

How to Apply for ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official ISRO website at www.isro.gov.in and go to the “Careers” section.
2. Click on the advertisement link for “Recruitment of Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ 2026.”
3. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number to generate your login credentials.
4. Log in and fill out the application form carefully — enter your GATE registration number and score exactly as shown on your scorecard.
5. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and educational/GATE documents in the prescribed format and size.
6. Pay the application fee (if applicable) online through the Bharatkosh portal.
7. Review all entries, submit the form, and download a printout for your records.

💡 Pro Tip: Have your photo (20–50 KB) and signature (10–40 KB) scanned and saved before you start — it makes the whole process much smoother and avoids last-minute upload errors.

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Summing up…

If you’ve got a valid GATE score and have been waiting for a Central Government opportunity that skips the written-exam grind, the ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026 is exactly that kind of chance. With 92 Group ‘A’ Gazetted vacancies, a strong Level 10 salary, and the prestige of working at India’s premier space agency, this is well worth applying for. Submit your application before 17th August 2026, double-check your GATE score details before final submission, and keep a printed copy of your form handy.

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Disclaimer: All information in this article has been sourced from the official recruitment notification published by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). GovtServiceInfo.com is not a recruiting authority and does not accept job applications. We strongly recommend reading the full official notification before applying and verifying all details — especially dates, eligibility, and fees — directly from www.isro.gov.in. We are not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting authority after the date of publication.