ISRO Scientist/Engineer 'SC' Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 92 Vacancies
ISRO ICRB invites online applications from engineering graduates with valid GATE 2025/2026 scores for 92 Scientist/Engineer 'SC' vacancies in Pay Level 10.
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Centralised Recruitment Board (ICRB) has released an official recruitment advertisement (Advt No. ISRO ICRB:02(EMC-CEPO):2026) inviting online applications from eligible engineering graduates for the post of Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Group ‘A’ Gazetted / Non-Gazetted Posts).
Interested candidates with valid GATE 2025 or GATE 2026 scores can apply online for these high-profile vacancies in various ISRO centres/units across India.
Key Highlights & Important Dates
| Event | Date / Details |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | July 28, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | July 28, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | August 17, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | August 19, 2026 |
| Upper Age Limit Cut-off Date | August 17, 2026 |
Vacancy Details & Discipline Breakdown
A total of 92 tentative vacancies have been announced across multiple engineering disciplines in various ISRO centres (such as URSC, VSSC, SAC, SDSC SHAR, NRSC, IPRC, LPSC, HSFC, MCF, and PRL).
| Post Code | Name of the Post / Discipline | Tentative Vacancies | Category Breakdown & PwBD Details | Posting Centres / Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BE001 | Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Electronics) | 34 | Includes 05 PwBD vacancies | HSFC & URSC (Bengaluru), NRSC (Hyderabad), SAC (Ahmedabad), SDSC SHAR (Sriharikota), VSSC (Thiruvananthapuram), IPRC (Mahendragiri) |
| BE002 | Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Mechanical) | 26 | Includes 02 PwBD vacancies | HSFC, LPSC & URSC (Bengaluru), IPRC (Mahendragiri), SAC (Ahmedabad), SDSC SHAR (Sriharikota), VSSC (Thiruvananthapuram), LPSC (Valiamala), MCF (Hassan) |
| BE003 | Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Computer Science) | 13 | Includes 03 PwBD vacancies | NRSC (Hyderabad), SAC (Ahmedabad), VSSC (Thiruvananthapuram) |
| BE004 | Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Civil) | 10 | UR-3, OBC-2, SC-2, ST-1, EWS-2 | IPRC (Mahendragiri), ISRO HQ, ISTRAC & URSC (Bengaluru), SDSC SHAR (Sriharikota), VSSC (Thiruvananthapuram), LPSC (Valiamala), NRSC (Hyderabad) |
| BE005 | Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Electrical) | 04 | UR-2, OBC-1, ST-1 | NRSC (Hyderabad), SAC (Ahmedabad) |
| BE006 | Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Refrigeration & AC) | 02 | UR-1, OBC-1 | SAC (Ahmedabad), URSC (Bengaluru), VSSC (Thiruvananthapuram) |
| BE007 | Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Architecture) | 02 | UR-1, ST-1 | SAC (Ahmedabad), URSC (Bengaluru), VSSC (Thiruvananthapuram) |
| BE004A | Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Civil) - Autonomous Body [PRL] | 01 | UR-1 | PRL (Ahmedabad) |
Eligibility Matrix
Educational Qualification & GATE Paper Requirements
| Post Code | Essential Academic Qualification | GATE Qualification & Paper Code |
|---|---|---|
| BE001 | BE/B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engg. (Min. 65% or 6.84 CGPA) | Valid GATE score in Electronics & Communication Engg. [Paper Code: EC] |
| BE002 | BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engg. (Min. 65% or 6.84 CGPA) | Valid GATE score in Mechanical Engg. [Paper Code: ME] |
| BE003 | BE/B.Tech in Computer Science Engg. (Min. 65% or 6.84 CGPA) | Valid GATE score in Computer Science & IT [Paper Code: CS] |
| BE004 & BE004A | BE/B.Tech in Civil Engg. (Min. 65% or 6.84 CGPA) | Valid GATE score in Civil Engg. [Paper Code: CE] |
| BE005 | BE/B.Tech in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engg. (Min. 65% or 6.84 CGPA) | Valid GATE score in Electrical Engg. [Paper Code: EE] |
| BE006 | BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engg. with Air Conditioning & Refrigeration/allied subjects (Min. 65% or 6.84 CGPA) | Valid GATE score in Mechanical Engg. [Paper Code: ME] |
| BE007 | Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (Min. 65% or 6.84 CGPA) + Valid Registration Certificate with Council of Architecture | Valid GATE score in Architecture & Planning [Paper Code: AR] |
Important Note on CGPA Conversion: Conversion of CGPA into percentage is not permitted to determine eligibility, regardless of whether a conversion formula is provided by the university. If both CGPA and percentage are mentioned on the degree, at least one must meet DOS/ISRO norms.
Age Limit & Category Relaxations (As on 17-08-2026)
| Category | Maximum Upper Age Limit | Permissible Birth Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 28 Years | Born on or after 18.08.1998 |
| OBC | 31 Years | Born on or after 18.08.1995 |
| SC / ST | 33 Years | Born on or after 18.08.1993 |
| PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | As per Govt. of India Rules | As per Govt. of India Rules |
Salary, Allowances & Career Growth
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 10 of Pay Matrix (Group ‘A’ Gazetted / Non-Gazetted) |
| Minimum Basic Pay | ₹56,100/- per month |
| Allowances | Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance |
| Perks & Facilities | Medical for self & dependents, Subsidized canteen, Quarter facility, LTC, Group Insurance, HBA, Pension (NPS/UPS) |
| Career Growth | Merit Promotion Scheme: Promotions to higher ranks are delinked from vacancy availability through periodic merit reviews. |
Selection Process & Evaluation Scheme
Shortlisting for the personal interview will be conducted in a 1:7 ratio based strictly on the candidate’s GATE Score (not GATE Marks or GATE Rank).
Interview Marks Distribution (100 Total Marks)
| Sl. No. | Assessment Attribute | Allocated Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Technical (Academic) Knowledge | 40 |
| 2 | General Awareness in Relevance to Specialisation | 20 |
| 3 | Presentation / Communication Skill | 20 |
| 4 | Comprehension | 10 |
| 5 | Academic Achievements (Institute Category, CGPA, Rank) | 10 |
| Total | Interview Evaluation | 100 Marks |
Final Merit Criteria & Qualifying Marks
| Category | Qualifying GATE Score | Qualifying Interview Marks | Minimum Aggregate | Final Panel Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 50% | 50% | 60% | 50% Weightage: GATE Score 50% Weightage: Interview Marks |
| Reserved (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) | 40% | 40% | 50% | 50% Weightage: GATE Score 50% Weightage: Interview Marks |
Fee Payment & Document Submission Rules
Application Fee Details
| Category | Fee Amount | Payment Mode | Fee Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹250/- | Online via Bharatkosh Portal (Net Banking, UPI, Cards) | August 19, 2026 |
| Women / SC / ST / EX / PwBD | Exempted (NIL) | N/A | Exempted |
Uploading Guidelines
| File Type | Format | File Dimensions | Max File Size | Formatting Guidelines |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph | JPG | 200 x 230 pixels | 50 KB | Recent color photo, light/white background, no caps/dark glasses |
| Signature | JPG | 140 x 60 pixels | 50 KB | Black ink on white paper, no capital letters |
| GATE Scorecard | Standard Page | PDF Format | Clear scanned copy of official GATE Scorecard |
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