Job opportunity at ISRO: Recruitment for 97 posts at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, with salaries up to 1.42 lakh..
The Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota (SDSC SHAR), under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has released recruitment advertisement number SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill various positions, including Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant, Nurse, Technician, Draughtsman, Fireman, Vehicle Driver, and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS).
When can the ISRO recruitment application form be submitted?
The online application process commenced on October 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM. The deadline for submitting applications is 11:59 PM on November 9, 2026. Candidates can visit the official SDSC SHAR website or the application portal at apps.shar.gov.in for further details regarding the recruitment.
How many vacancies are there in this ISRO recruitment?
A total of 97 vacancies, categorized under 24 post codes, will be filled through this recruitment. The highest number of vacancies—17—is for the position of Technician 'B' (Fitter), followed by 12 vacancies for Technician 'B' (Electronic Mechanic) and 16 vacancies for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS). The details of the posts and vacancies are as follows:
Post Code Post Name Vacancies
07 Technical Assistant - Mechanical 7
08 Technical Assistant - Electrical/EEE 1
09 Technical Assistant - Computer Science 1
10 Technical Assistant - Electronics & Communication 3
11 Technical Assistant - Civil 2
12 Scientific Assistant - Physics 2
13 Scientific Assistant - Fine Arts/Cinematography 1
14 Library Assistant 'A' 3
15 Nurse 'B' 3
16 Technician 'B' - Electrician 5
17 Technician 'B' - Chemical 3
18 Technician 'B' - Fitter 17
19 Technician 'B' - Electronic Mechanic 12
20 Technician 'B' - Boiler Attendant 2
21 Technician 'B' - Turner 1
22 Technician 'B' - Refrigeration & AC 1
23 Technician 'B' - Civil Engineering Assistant 1
24 Technician 'B' - Photography 1
25 Draftsman 'B' - Civil 1
26 Fireman 'A' 2
27 Light Vehicle Driver 'A' 1
28 Heavy Vehicle Driver 'A' 7
29 Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) 16
30 Light Vehicle Driver 'A' - ADRIN, Secunderabad 4
Total 97
What are the educational qualifications required for each post?
Before applying, candidates must check the educational qualifications for the respective post. Post Required Qualification
Technical Assistant First-class diploma (at least three years' duration) in the relevant engineering branch
Scientific Assistant - Physics First-class B.Sc. degree with Physics as the main subject, and Mathematics and Chemistry as ancillary subjects
Scientific Assistant - Fine Arts/Cinematography First-class bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts (Photography) or Visual Arts (Cinematography)
Library Assistant 'A' First-class bachelor’s degree and a first-class master’s degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science
Nurse 'B' Nursing diploma (at least three years' duration) and registration with a State Nursing Council
Technician 'B' 10th pass with ITI/NTC/NAC qualification in the relevant trade
Boiler Attendant 10th pass, NAC in the relevant trade, and a first-class Boiler Attendant certificate
Draftsman 'B' - Civil 10th pass and ITI/NTC/NAC in the Draftsman (Civil) trade
Fireman 'A' 10th pass and must meet the prescribed physical efficiency and fitness standards.
Light Vehicle Driver 10th pass, a valid light vehicle driving license, and at least three years of driving experience
Heavy Vehicle Driver 10th pass, a valid heavy vehicle driving license, and five years of experience (including at least three years of experience driving heavy vehicles)
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) 10th pass or equivalent
What is the age limit for ISRO recruitment?
Age will be calculated as of the last date for application submission, i.e., November 9, 2026. Candidates from reserved categories will be granted relaxation in the upper age limit as per the rules. The required age range for candidates is as follows:
Post Group Prescribed Age Limit
Post Codes 07 to 25, 27, 28, and 30 18 to 35 years
Fireman 'A' and MTS 18 to 25 years
What will be the salary?
In ISRO recruitment, the salary will be provided according to the pay level assigned to the respective post. Post Level Basic Pay Scale Estimated Total Monthly Salary
Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant, and Nurse
Level 7 ₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400 ₹71,840
Technician and Draftsman Level 3 ₹21,700 - ₹69,100 ₹34,720
Fireman and Driver Level 2 ₹19,900 - ₹63,200 ₹31,840
Multi-Tasking Staff Level 1 ₹18,000 - ₹56,900 ₹28,800
What will the selection process be like?
The selection process will vary depending on the post. For most technical and support positions, there will be a computer-based written examination, followed by a skill test.
Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, and Technician Posts:
The computer-based examination will consist of 80 multiple-choice questions.
The duration of the examination will be 90 minutes.
One mark will be awarded for each correct answer, and one-third of a mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
A minimum of 32 marks is required in the written examination for the General category, and 24 marks for reserved categories.
Candidates will be called for a skill test based on their performance in the written examination.
The skill test will be qualifying in nature. The final merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the written examination, provided the candidate qualifies in the skill test.
Requirements for other posts:
Nurse 'B' Post: For the post of Nurse, there will be a computer-based examination consisting of 80 questions, with a duration of 120 minutes. One-third of a mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer. The skill test will be qualifying in nature, and the final selection will be based on the marks obtained in the written examination.
Fireman 'A' Post: This position requires a first-aid certificate, a written examination, a physical efficiency test, and a comprehensive medical examination. The physical test includes activities such as running, rope climbing, weight-carrying, and long jump. The marks obtained in the written examination will be a factor in the final selection.
Vehicle Driver Post: For light and heavy vehicle driver positions, there will be a written examination consisting of 100 questions, with a duration of 120 minutes. The test will cover the Motor Vehicles Act and traffic rules, basic English, arithmetic, general knowledge, and current affairs. This will be followed by a driving skills test.
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): For the MTS position, there will be a computer-based examination consisting of 100 questions, with a duration of 90 minutes. The test will include questions on mathematical ability, reasoning, general awareness, and the English language. According to the available details, the final selection for this post will be based on the marks obtained in the written examination.
What is the application fee, and how can one get a refund?
The application fee for this recruitment varies according to the post group.
Post Group | Initial Fee Deposited | Refund Upon Appearing for the Exam | Effective Fee
Post Codes 07 to 15 | ₹750 | Full refund for female, SC, ST, PwD (persons with disabilities), and ex-servicemen candidates; ₹500 for other candidates | ₹0 for eligible exempted categories; ₹250 for others
Post Codes 16 to 30 | ₹500 | Full refund for female, SC, ST, PwD (persons with disabilities), and ex-servicemen candidates; ₹400 for other candidates | ₹0 for eligible exempted categories; ₹100 for others
The fee refund will be credited to the bank account provided by the candidate in their application. No refund will be provided if the candidate does not appear for the written examination.
In which cities will the examination be held? For the computer-based written examination, you may select one of the following 18 cities in India:
Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Dehradun, Guntur, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Patna, Thiruvananthapuram, Tirupati, and Visakhapatnam.
How to apply for ISRO recruitment?
Follow these steps to apply online:
Visit the official website: shar.gov.in or apps.shar.gov.in.
Navigate to the link corresponding to the recruitment advertisement: SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026.
Register and provide the required information, including your name, mobile number, and email address.
Carefully enter your personal, educational, and category-related details.
Upload your photograph, signature, and necessary certificates in the prescribed format.
Pay the applicable application fee online.
After submitting your application, download the confirmation form and keep your registration number safe.
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