ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026: 92 Vacancies Through GATE, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date & Apply Online

Introduction to ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), through the ISRO Centralised Recruitment Board, has released Advertisement No. ISRO:ICRB:02(EMC-CEPO):2026 for recruitment to 92 Scientist/Engineer 'SC' posts. Vacancies are available in Electronics, Mechanical, Computer Science, Civil, Electrical, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning and Architecture disciplines, including one Civil post in the Physical Research Laboratory.

The online application process opened on 28 July 2026 and will close on 17 August 2026. Candidates must possess the prescribed engineering or architecture qualification and a valid GATE 2025 or GATE 2026 score in the relevant paper. Applicants should monitor the latest govt jobs notifications for interview and result updates.

Indian Space Research Organisation Overview

ISRO functions under the Department of Space, Government of India, and is responsible for space research, satellite development, launch vehicles, remote sensing, navigation and space-based applications. Scientist/Engineer 'SC' is an entry-level technical post in ISRO's scientific and engineering cadre, with appointments across centres and units in Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Sriharikota, Thiruvananthapuram, Mahendragiri, Hassan and other locations.

ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026 Overview

ISRO Recruitment 2026 At a Glance

Expert insight: Electronics and Mechanical together contribute 60 of the 92 vacancies. Since final selection gives equal weight to GATE and interview performance, candidates must prepare both technical fundamentals and interview communication.

ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

ISRO Scientist Engineer Vacancy 2026

ISRO Scientist Engineer Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must hold a valid GATE 2025 or GATE 2026 score in the prescribed paper. Graduation should be completed within the stipulated duration. Where both CGPA and percentage appear on the certificate, at least one must satisfy ISRO's eligibility standard.

ISRO Scientist Engineer Age Limit 2026

The maximum age limit is 28 years as on 17 August 2026. Candidates should have been born on or after 18 August 1998.

Serving Government employees, Ex-servicemen and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities are eligible for age relaxation according to Government of India orders.

ISRO Scientist Engineer Application Fee 2026

The fee must be paid online through Bharatkosh using Internet Banking, UPI, domestic Debit Card or domestic Credit Card. Fee payment can be completed up to 19 August 2026. The fee is non-refundable.

ISRO Scientist Engineer Selection Process 2026

Candidates will be screened for interview on the basis of valid GATE 2025 or GATE 2026 scores. The relevant GATE score must be entered correctly in the application.

For UR and EWS candidates, the qualifying standards are 50% in GATE, 50% in interview and 60% aggregate. For reserved candidates, wherever the post is reserved, the corresponding standards are 40% in GATE, 40% in interview and 50% aggregate.

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ISRO Scientist Engineer Salary 2026

Selected candidates will be appointed in Level 10 of the Pay Matrix with minimum Basic Pay of Rs 56,100 per month. They will also be eligible for Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance and other benefits according to Central Government rules.

Additional benefits include medical facilities for employees and dependants, subsidised canteen, limited residential accommodation in lieu of HRA, Leave Travel Concession, Group Insurance and House Building Advance.

How to Apply for ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026

1. Open the ISRO online application portal using the direct link below.
2. Select the eligible Scientist/Engineer 'SC' post code and discipline.
3. Complete online registration and note the generated registration number.
4. Enter personal, educational and valid GATE score details carefully.
5. Upload the prescribed photograph, signature and GATE scorecard.
6. Submit the application and check for the confirmation email.
7. Pay Rs 250 through Bharatkosh if the fee applies to your category.
8. Retain the registration and payment details.

Candidates should avoid submitting multiple applications for the same post and must verify every field before final submission.

Documents Required for ISRO Application

• Recent passport-size colour photograph in JPG format
• Signature in JPG format
• Valid GATE 2025 or GATE 2026 scorecard in PDF format
• Engineering or Architecture degree certificate and marksheets
• Council of Architecture registration certificate for Architecture applicants
• SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD or Ex-servicemen certificate, where applicable
• No Objection Certificate for candidates employed in Government, PSU or autonomous bodies
• Valid photo identity proof

The photograph should be recent and clear. The notification specifies a preferred size of 200 × 230 pixels and a maximum file size of 50 KB.

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