The Indian Space Research Organisation Space Applications Centre (ISRO SAC) has announced its 2026 recruitment drive to fill Scientist/Engineer positions in various disciplines. The notification details
49 vacancies for Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ and ‘SD’ posts, inviting eligible candidates to apply through the official SAC recruitment portal — careers.sac.gov.in.
The entire process is online and has already begun. Candidates must register within the specified timeframe, with examination details to be provided separately. The aim is to bolster ISRO SAC’s technical and scientific personnel in multiple domains.
The recruitment drive includes positions for both freshers and experienced professionals for Scientist/Engineer roles. There are 49 vacancies, consisting of 4 positions for Scientist/Engineer SD and 45 positions for Scientist/Engineer SC. All vacancies are unreserved.
Official websites:
isro.gov.in, sac.gov.in
Application start date:
January 23, 2026
Application end date:
February 12, 2026 (5:00 PM)
Exam date:
To be announced
Vacancy distribution across disciplines:
The 49 vacancies for Scientist/Engineer SC and SD are spread across various disciplines including Electronics and Communication, Computer Science, Atmospheric Science, Agriculture, RF and Microwave, and Marine Biology.
Designation:
Number of posts
Scientist/Engineer SD – 4
Scientist/Engineer SC – 45
Total – 49
How to check and apply online at careers.sac.gov.in:
Step 1: Visit the SAC recruitment portal at https://careers.sac.gov.in/.
Step 2: Complete the ISRO registration process to receive a registration number.
Step 3: Log in and select the relevant Scientist/Engineer post code.
Step 4: Fill in personal, academic, and examination details, and upload required documents.
Step 5: Pay the application fee through the Bharatkosh portal and submit the form.
Eligibility Criteria and Educational Requirements:
The age limit ranges from 18-28 years to 18-35 years, depending on the post code. Educational qualifications include BE, BTech, ME, MTech, MSc, or PhD in relevant disciplines. Minimum percentage and CGPA requirements vary for undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications.
Selection process and pay scale:
For Scientist/Engineer SD posts, the selection process includes shortlisting and an interview, while for SC posts, it includes a written examination and an interview. The pay scale ranges from level 10 to level 11, with salaries from Rs 56,100 to Rs 2,08,700, depending on the post.
