Overview
The Space Applications Centre (SAC) of ISRO has announced recruitment for 49 Scientist/Engineer posts (SD and SC categories) for 2026. The posts cover a wide range of disciplines, with detailed eligibility, age limits, salary, and selection procedures. Applications are to be submitted online via the SAC portal, with a fee of ₹750 for SC posts and no fee for SD posts. The recruitment window opens on 23 January 2026 and closes on 12 February 2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
- Qualification
- Post‑wise qualifications ranging from PhD to B.Sc/B.E. in relevant disciplines as specified for each post code (e.g., PhD in RF & Microwave Engineering for SD Post Code 01, M.E./M.Tech in Electronics & Communication for SC Post Code 04, etc.).
- Vacancies
- 49
- Last date to apply
- 12.02.2026 (1700 hrs)
Important Dates
| opening_date | 23.01.2026 (1000 hrs) |
| closing_date | 12.02.2026 (1700 hrs) |
| cut_off_date | 12.02.2026 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
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Selection Process
SD posts: Initial online screening followed by a personal interview. SC posts: Written Test (Part‑A, Part‑B, and Part‑C for M.E./M.Tech based recruitment) followed by a personal interview; final selection based on 50% written test marks and 50% interview marks.
How to Apply
Register or update your registration in the ISRO Live Register portal (https://www.isro.gov.in)., Log in to the SAC recruitment portal (https://www.sac.gov.in or https://careers.sac.gov.in) and start the online application., Fill in all required details and upload the necessary documents (passport‑size photo, signature, qualification certificates, caste/PwBD/ESM certificates)., Proceed to the Bharatkosh payment portal to pay the application fee (₹750 for SC posts; no fee for SD posts)., After successful payment, receive an e‑Admit Card via e‑mail for the written test., Attend the written test in the chosen city and, if shortlisted, attend the personal interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for ISRO SAC Scientist/ Engineer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 49 Posts?
opening date: 23.01.2026 (1000 hrs); closing date: 12.02.2026 (1700 hrs); cut off date: 12.02.2026
What is the application fee?
SD (01-03): fee: 0; refund policy: Full refund for exempted categories (women, SC/ST/PwBD/Ex‑Servicemen); ₹500 refund (after deducting ₹250 as application fee) for other candidates.; SC (04-16): fee: 750; refund policy: Full refund for exempted categories (women, SC/ST/PwBD/Ex‑Servicemen); ₹500 refund (after deducting ₹250 as application fee) for other candidates.
What is the age limit?
SD (Post Codes 01‑03): 18–35 years as on 12.02.2026. SC (Post Codes 04‑11, M.E./M.Tech based): 18–30 years as on 12.02.2026. SC (Post Codes 12‑16, M.Sc based): 18–28 years as on 12.02.2026.
What is the selection process?
SD posts: Initial online screening followed by a personal interview. SC posts: Written Test (Part‑A, Part‑B, and Part‑C for M.E./M.Tech based recruitment) followed by a personal interview; final selection based on 50% written test marks and 50% interview marks.