ISRO SAC recruitment 2026 announced for scientist engineer SC SD posts; apply at careers.sac.gov.in

ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026

The Indian Space Research Organisation Space Applications Centre (ISRO SAC) has announced its recruitment drive for 2026 to fill Scientist/Engineer positions across multiple disciplines. The notification confirms 49 vacancies for Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ and ‘SD’ posts, inviting eligible candidates to apply through the official SAC recruitment portal.The entire recruitment process is entirely web-based and has commenced. Candidates can register their applications within the specified time, while information pertaining to the examination will be intimated separately.The focus of the recruitment drive is to enhance the technical and scientific personnel strength of ISRO SAC in various domains.Overview of the recruitment process and key detailsIt includes both fresher and experienced positions of Scientist/Engineer. The general structure of the selection process/recruitment drive can be found below.

Important dates to noteISRO SAC has released a clear schedule for the application process. Candidates must adhere strictly to the deadlines.

Vacancy distribution across disciplinesThe vacant posts of 49 are of various designations of Scientist/Engineer SC and SD in various disciplines of Electronics and Communication, Computer Science, Atmospheric Science, Agriculture, RF and Microwave, and Marine Biology, etc. All of them fall under the Unreserved category.

How to check and apply online at careers.sac.gov.in

Step 1: Log on to the SAC recruitment portal https://careers.sac.gov.in/.Step 2: Complete the ISRO registration process to receive a registration number.Step 3: Log in, and then select the relevant Scientist/Engineer post code.Step 4: Fill in personal, academic, and examination information and upload required documents. Step 5: Pay the application fee through the Bharatkosh portal, as well as submitting the form. Eligibility Criteria and Educational RequirementsThe age limit ranges from 18-28 years to 18-35 years in different post codes. The educational qualifications include BE, BTech, ME, MTech, MSc, or PhD in different disciplines. The minimum percentage and CGPA requirements vary in undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications.Selection process and pay scaleFor Scientist/Engineer SD posts, the selection method is through shortlisting and interview, and selection of SC posts is through a written examination and interview. Also, the remuneration package can vary from level 10 to level 11 of the pay scale, ranging from Rs 56,100 to Rs 2,08,700 depending on the post.