The Opportunity: Scientist/Engineer 'SC' Posts
ISRO is seeking to fill 93 vacancies for the post of Scientist/Engineer 'SC' across various centres. This recruitment drive is a gateway for talented engineering graduates to join India's prestigious space agency. The available positions span several
engineering disciplines, including Electronics (35 posts), Mechanical (26), Computer Science (13), Civil (10), Electrical (4), Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (2), and Architecture (2). These roles are based at major ISRO centres such as Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Thiruvananthapuram, and Sriharikota.
Essential Eligibility Criteria
Before you rush to apply, it is crucial to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements. Candidates must possess a B.E./B.Tech or an equivalent engineering degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum aggregate of 65% marks or a CGPA of 6.84 on a 10-point scale. A key requirement for this recruitment is a valid GATE score from either 2025 or 2026 in the corresponding engineering paper. The maximum age limit for applicants is 28 years as of August 17, 2026, though age relaxations are applicable for candidates from reserved categories as per government norms.
The Application Process: A Step-by-Step Guide
The application process is entirely online and must be completed through ISRO's official website, www.isro.gov.in. First, navigate to the 'Careers' section on the homepage and find the advertisement for Scientist/Engineer 'SC' recruitment (Advt No. ISRO:ICRB:02). You will need to register with a valid email address and mobile number. Fill out the application form with accurate personal, educational, and GATE score details. Upload scanned copies of required documents, your photograph, and signature in the prescribed format. After reviewing all the details carefully, submit the form. It's recommended to save or print the confirmation page for your records.
Application Fee and Important Notes
An application fee is applicable for some candidates. However, all women candidates, as well as candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Ex-servicemen, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PWBD) categories are exempted from paying the fee. It is vital to ensure that all information provided, especially your GATE score and registration details, is accurate, as any discrepancy can lead to the rejection of your application. Given that today is the deadline, expect high traffic on the portal and complete your application without delay.
What Comes After the Application?
There is no separate written test for this recruitment drive. ISRO will shortlist candidates for a personal interview based on their GATE scores. The organisation will create a shortlist in a 1:7 ratio for the number of vacancies. The final selection will be based on a composite score, with 50% weightage given to the GATE score and 50% to performance in the personal interview. Shortlisted candidates called for the interview are eligible for reimbursement of second-class sleeper train fare to the interview venue by the shortest route.
