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ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 – 96 Vacancies, Apply Online

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The Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC SHAR), operating under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has released Advertisement No. SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026 dated 19 October 2026 for recruitment to technical, scientific, nursing, library, technician, driver, fireman and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) posts. According to the official notification, recruitment covers vacancies at SDSC SHAR, Sriharikota, and specified locations including the Propellant Complex Rasayani, Maharashtra; Balasore Rocket Launching Station, Odisha; and the Advanced Data Processing Research Institute (ADRIN), Secunderabad, Telangana. The advertisement lists 96 vacancies across 24 post codes. Eligible Indian nationals can submit their applications online through the official SDSC SHAR recruitment website. The online registration window runs from 19 October 2026 to 9 November 2026.

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1. ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 – 96 Vacancies, Apply Online – Overview

The Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC SHAR), operating under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has released Advertisement No. SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026 dated 19 October 2026 for recruitment to technical, scientific, nursing, library, technician, driver, fireman and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) posts. According to the official notification, recruitment covers vacancies at SDSC SHAR, Sriharikota, and specified locations including the Propellant Complex Rasayani, Maharashtra; Balasore Rocket Launching Station, Odisha; and the Advanced Data Processing Research Institute (ADRIN), Secunderabad, Telangana. The advertisement lists 96 vacancies across 24 post codes. Eligible Indian nationals can submit their applications online through the official SDSC SHAR recruitment website. The online registration window runs from 19 October 2026 to 9 November 2026.

2. Quick Details

Quick Details
ParticularDetails
OrganisationIndian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
Recruiting CentreSatish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC SHAR)
Advertisement NumberSDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026
Advertisement Date19 October 2026
Total Vacancies96
Post CategoriesTechnical, Scientific, Nursing, Library, Technician, Driver, Fireman and MTS
Application ModeOnline
Application Start Date19 October 2026, 10:00 AM
Last Date to Apply9 November 2026, 11:59 PM
Age Cut-off Date9 November 2026
Pay LevelsLevel 1 to Level 7
Job LocationVarious ISRO/Department of Space locations
Official Websitehttps://www.isro.gov.in/
Recruitment Pagehttps://www.isro.gov.in/SDSCRecruitment26.html

3. ISRO SDSC SHAR Vacancy Details 2026

The notification includes vacancies under the main SDSC SHAR recruitment as well as ADRIN, Secunderabad. The following table provides the complete post-code-wise vacancy breakdown.
ISRO SDSC SHAR Vacancy Details 2026
Post CodePost NameDiscipline / TradeVacancies
07Technical AssistantMechanical Engineering7
08Technical AssistantElectrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering1
09Technical AssistantComputer Science & Engineering1
10Technical AssistantElectronics & Communication Engineering3
11Technical AssistantCivil Engineering2
12Scientific AssistantPhysics2
13Scientific AssistantFine Arts (Photography) / Visual Arts (Cinematography)1
14Library Assistant ‘A’Library Science / Library & Information Science3
15Nurse ‘B’Nursing3
16Technician ‘B’Electrician5
17Technician ‘B’Chemical3
18Technician ‘B’Fitter17
19Technician ‘B’Electronic Mechanic12
20Technician ‘B’Boiler Attendant2
21Technician ‘B’Turner1
22Technician ‘B’Refrigeration and Air Conditioning1
23Technician ‘B’Civil Engineering Assistant1
24Technician ‘B’Photography / Digital Photography1
25Draughtsman ‘B’Civil1
26Fireman ‘A’Fire Services2
27Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’Driving1
28Heavy Vehicle Driver ‘A’Driving7
29Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)General duties16
30Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’ADRIN, Secunderabad4
—Total—96
Note: The notification lists post codes 07–29 under the main recruitment tables and post code 30 separately under ADRIN vacancies. Candidates should check the official PDF for the exact discipline, reservation and posting details applicable to their chosen post.

4. Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

The reservation pattern varies by post. The notification includes vacancies for Unreserved (UR), Other Backward Classes (OBC), Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Economically Weaker Section (EWS), and applicable horizontal-reservation categories.
Some notable examples from the notification are:
  • Technical Assistant – Mechanical Engineering: 7 vacancies, including UR, OBC, SC, ST and EWS posts.
  • Technician ‘B’ – Fitter: 17 vacancies.
  • Technician ‘B’ – Electronic Mechanic: 12 vacancies.
  • Heavy Vehicle Driver ‘A’: 7 vacancies.
  • Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): 16 vacancies.
  • Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’ at ADRIN: 4 vacancies.
The notification also identifies certain vacancies for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) and Ex-Servicemen (ESM). Candidates should refer to the reservation column in the official advertisement for the exact category-wise allocation for each post code.

5. Educational Qualification

The required qualification depends on the post and discipline. Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification from a recognised university, institution or NCVT-approved trade, as applicable.

6. 1. Technical Assistant

Candidates applying for Technical Assistant posts must hold a First Class Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognised university or institution.
The advertised disciplines are:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering
  • Computer Science & Engineering
  • Electronics & Communication Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
For post codes 07–11, the notification specifies that the diploma must be of at least three years' duration.

7. 2. Scientific Assistant

  • Physics: First Class B.Sc. with Physics as the main subject and Mathematics and Chemistry as ancillary subjects.
  • Fine Arts / Visual Arts: First Class Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography or Visual Arts in Cinematography from a recognised university or institution.

8. 3. Library Assistant ‘A’

Candidates must have:
  • Graduation in First Class.
  • A First Class Master's Degree in Library Science, Library & Information Science, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university or institution.

9. 4. Nurse ‘B’

Candidates must possess a First Class Diploma in Nursing of at least three years' duration, recognised by the State or Central Government. The nursing qualification must be registered with the respective State Nursing Council.

10. 5. Technician ‘B’

Candidates generally need to pass SSLC/SSC and possess the relevant ITI, NTC or NAC qualification from NCVT in the advertised trade.
The trades include:
  • Electrician
  • Chemical
  • Fitter
  • Electronic Mechanic
  • Boiler Attendant
  • Turner
  • Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
  • Civil Engineering Assistant
  • Photography / Digital Photography
The required trade qualification differs by post code. For example, Boiler Attendant applicants must meet the specific qualification and first-class Boiler Attendant certificate requirement stated in the notification.

11. 6. Draughtsman ‘B’

Candidates must have passed SSLC/SSC and possess ITI, NTC or NAC in the Draughtsman (Civil) trade from NCVT.

12. 7. Fireman ‘A’

Candidates must have passed SSLC/SSC, Matriculation or Class 10 and meet the prescribed physical fitness and endurance-test standards.

13. 8. Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’

Candidates must have:
  • Passed SSLC/SSC, Matriculation or Class 10.
  • At least three years of experience as a Light Vehicle Driver.
  • A valid Light Vehicle Driver licence.

14. 9. Heavy Vehicle Driver ‘A’

Candidates must have:
  • Passed SSLC/SSC, Matriculation or Class 10.
  • Five years of driving experience, including at least three years as a Heavy Vehicle Driver and the remaining period driving light motor vehicles.
  • A valid Heavy Vehicle Driver licence.
  • A Public Service Badge where statutorily required, subject to the notification's provisions for applicants from states where it is not mandatory.

15. 10. Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)

Candidates must have passed Matriculation, SSLC, SSC or an equivalent examination.
Applicants should consult the relevant post code in the official notification to confirm the exact qualification before applying.

16. Age Limit

The notification prescribes different age limits depending on the post code.
Age Limit
Post CodesAge Limit as on 9 November 2026
07–25, 27, 28 and 3018–35 years
26 and 2918–25 years

17. Age Relaxation

The notification provides the following general relaxations:
  • SC/ST candidates: 5 years in the upper age limit.
  • OBC candidates: 3 years for posts reserved for the applicable category.
  • Ex-Servicemen, PwBD candidates, Central Government employees and meritorious sportspersons: relaxation as per applicable Government of India orders.
Candidates must meet the conditions and provide the required supporting certificates to claim age relaxation.

18. Salary and Pay Scale

ISRO SDSC SHAR offers pay under the applicable Central Government pay levels, along with admissible allowances and employee benefits.
Salary and Pay Scale
Post / Post CodesPay LevelPay Scale
Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant ‘A’, Nurse ‘B’Level 7₹44,900–₹1,42,400
Technician ‘B’, Draughtsman ‘B’Level 3₹21,700–₹69,100
Fireman ‘A’, Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’, Heavy Vehicle Driver ‘A’Level 2₹19,900–₹63,200
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)Level 1₹18,000–₹56,900

19. Approximate Monthly Gross Emoluments

The notification provides approximate gross emoluments at the minimum of the pay level, including basic pay and Dearness Allowance, with House Rent Allowance and Transport Allowance as applicable.
Approximate Monthly Gross Emoluments
Post CategoryApproximate Monthly Gross Emoluments
Technical Assistant / Scientific Assistant / Library Assistant ‘A’ / Nurse ‘B’₹71,840
Technician ‘B’ / Draughtsman ‘B’₹34,720
Fireman ‘A’ / Driver posts₹31,840
MTS₹28,800
These figures are approximate and subject to applicable allowances and Government of India orders.

20. Other Benefits

The notification mentions benefits such as medical facilities for employees and dependants, canteen and library facilities, transport or housing facilities under the applicable arrangements, Leave Travel Concession, group insurance and House Building Advance.
Selected candidates will be governed by the National Pension System / Unified Pension Scheme, as applicable under the rules.

21. Application Fee

The processing fee varies by post code.
Application Fee
Post CodesProcessing Fee per ApplicationRefund for Fee-Exempt CandidatesRefund for Other Candidates
07–15₹750₹750₹500 after deduction of ₹250 application fee
16–30₹500₹500₹400 after deduction of ₹100 application fee
The notification lists women, SC/ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen among the categories exempt from the application fee and eligible for a full processing-fee refund, subject to the stated conditions.
Important: The processing fee is refundable only to candidates who appear in the written examination. Payment must be made online. Candidates should use the exact fee and refund instructions in the official advertisement when submitting their applications.

22. Selection Process

The selection procedure depends on the post.

23. Nurse ‘B’

The selection process consists of a written examination and skill test. The written test contains 80 questions for 80 marks, with a duration of 120 minutes and negative marking of 0.33 marks for each incorrect answer. Final empanelment is based on written-test marks among candidates who qualify in the skill test.

24. Fireman ‘A’

The selection process consists of:
  1. Written examination.
  2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
  3. Detailed Medical Examination (DME).
The physical and medical stages are qualifying requirements. Final empanelment is based on written-test marks among candidates who qualify in the required stages.

25. Driver Posts

Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’ and Heavy Vehicle Driver ‘A’ candidates undergo a written examination and skill test. The written examination covers the Motor Vehicles Act, elementary English, arithmetic and general knowledge.
The written test contains 100 questions, with a combined duration of 120 minutes. Each incorrect answer attracts a deduction of 0.25 marks. The driver skill test is qualifying in nature, with a minimum of 60% required as stated in the notification.

26. Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)

The MTS selection process consists of a written examination. The paper includes:
  • Numerical and Mathematical Ability.
  • Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving.
  • General Awareness.
  • English Language and Comprehension.
The written examination consists of 100 questions over 90 minutes. Each incorrect answer attracts a deduction of 0.25 marks.

27. Exam Pattern

29. Written Test for Driver Posts

Written Test for Driver Posts
SectionQuestions
Motor Vehicles Act, 198850
Elementary English15
Elementary Arithmetic15
General Knowledge20
Total100
The combined duration is 120 minutes. Each question carries one mark, and each incorrect answer attracts a deduction of 0.25 marks.

30. Written Test for MTS

Written Test for MTS
ParticularDetails
Total Questions100
Duration90 minutes
SubjectsNumerical Ability, Reasoning, General Awareness, English
Negative Marking0.25 marks per incorrect answer
The qualifying percentage specified for MTS is 50% for UR/EWS, 45% for OBC and 40% for other reserved categories against notified reserved vacancies.
Candidates should consult the relevant section of the official PDF for complete examination and qualifying criteria.

31. Important Dates

Important Dates
EventDate
Advertisement Date19 October 2026
Online Registration Starts19 October 2026, 10:00 AM
Last Date for Online Registration9 November 2026, 11:59 PM
Written ExaminationTo be announced separately
Skill Test / InterviewTo be announced separately
Candidates should submit the application and complete payment before the closing time. Do not wait until the last day, as pending or failed transactions may affect the application.

32. Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready:
  • Recent colour passport-size photograph, not older than six months.
  • Signature in the prescribed JPG format.
  • Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
  • SSC/SSLC or Matriculation certificate, where applicable.
  • Diploma, graduation or postgraduate certificates, as required for the post.
  • ITI/NTC/NAC certificates for applicable technical trades.
  • Nursing qualification and State Nursing Council registration details for Nurse ‘B’.
  • Valid driving licence and qualifying experience certificates for driver posts.
  • SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificate, where applicable.
  • Disability certificate, where applicable.
  • Ex-Servicemen certificate, where applicable.
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC), where applicable.
The advertisement specifies image dimensions and file-size limits for photographs, signatures and qualification documents. Follow those requirements while uploading files.

33. Posting Locations

The notification identifies the following posting arrangements:
  • SDSC SHAR: Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, for most posts.
  • Balasore Rocket Launching Station: Balasore, Odisha, for Scientific Assistant – Physics vacancies at the specified location.
  • Propellant Complex Rasayani: Raigad, Maharashtra, for specified technical and technician posts.
  • ADRIN: Secunderabad, Telangana, for the separately advertised Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’ vacancies.
For specified post codes, candidates must provide their order of preference for posting location. Allotment depends on merit, preference and the availability of suitable vacancies. The notification also states that selected candidates may be posted to any ISRO Centre or Unit and will have all-India transfer liability.

34. Important Instructions

  • Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
  • Applications are accepted online only.
  • Submit a separate application for each post code.
  • Check the required qualification and experience for the chosen post.
  • Ensure all uploaded documents are clear and legible.
  • Keep the registration number and registered email ID active.
  • Candidates employed in Government departments, PSUs or autonomous bodies must follow the NOC requirements.
  • Driver experience must meet the prescribed conditions; part-time experience is not counted toward the specified experience period.
  • Written-test and skill-test dates will be announced separately.
  • Recruitment amendments, if any, will be published on the SDSC SHAR website.

36. Frequently Asked Questions

The advertisement lists 96 vacancies across 24 post codes.

Official NotificationApply Online