ISRO Recruitment 2026: Three separate recruitment notifications from the Indian Space Research Organisation are currently open across the U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (SDSC SHAR) and Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC). Together, their post-wise vacancy tables account for 162 posts: 61 at URSC, 97 at SDSC SHAR and 4 Medical Officer posts at HSFC. Candidates must apply separately because the centres have different eligibility rules, application routes and closing dates: 8 November for HSFC, 9 November for SDSC SHAR and 13 November 2026 for URSC.
Important: The figure of 162 is an arithmetic total across three independent advertisements, not a single combined ISRO recruitment notification. Read the relevant centre’s advertisement before applying.
ISRO Recruitment 2026: Important Details
| ISRO centre | Posts covered | Vacancies | Last date | Application mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| URSC, Bengaluru | Technician-B and driver posts | 61 | 13 November 2026, 11:55 PM | Online |
| SDSC SHAR | Technical, scientific, nursing, technician, driver, fireman and MTS posts | 97 | 9 November 2026, 11:59 PM | Online |
| HSFC, Bengaluru | Medical Officer-SD specialists | 4 | 8 November 2026 (application must reach HSFC) | Ordinary post only |
| Combined total | Three separate advertisements | 162 | Different dates apply | Apply separately |
1. ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026: 61 Technician and Driver Posts
URSC in Bengaluru has invited online applications for 61 posts across Technician-B, Light Vehicle Driver-A, Staff Car Driver-A and Heavy Vehicle Driver-A categories. The Technician-B vacancies cover eight trades, while the driver vacancies are listed separately in the advertisement.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Technician-B (eight trades combined) | 46 |
| Light Vehicle Driver-A | 3 |
| Staff Car Driver-A | 2 |
| Heavy Vehicle Driver-A | 10 |
| Total | 61 |
Technician-B eligibility: Candidates need SSLC/SSC/Matriculation and the relevant ITI/NTC/NAC qualification in an NCVT-recognised trade. The notified trades include Electronics Mechanic, Fitter, Electrician, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Turner, Machinist, Motor Vehicle Mechanic and Electroplater. Check the official post-code table for the exact trade-to-post mapping.
Driver eligibility: The driver posts require Matriculation/SSLC and a valid licence for the relevant vehicle category. Experience requirements differ by post: the URSC notice specifies three years as a Light Vehicle Driver for the LVD/Staff Car Driver categories and five years for Heavy Vehicle Driver, including at least three years driving heavy vehicles. Additional licence and state motor-vehicle requirements are specified in the advertisement.
| Particular | URSC details |
|---|---|
| Age limit | 18–35 years as on 13 November 2026, subject to applicable relaxation |
| Technician-B pay | Pay Level 3; basic pay ₹21,700 plus admissible allowances |
| Driver pay | Pay Level 2; basic pay ₹19,900 plus admissible allowances |
| Initial application payment | ₹500 per application |
| Non-refundable amount | ₹100; ₹400 is refunded to candidates who appear in the written test. Exempt categories receive the full refund as specified in the notice. |
| Selection | Initial screening, written/CBT and skill test; driver posts include a driving test |
| Application window | 24 October to 13 November 2026, 11:55 PM |
Apply through the careers/application section of the official URSC website. The detailed post-wise qualifications, reservation, driving experience, selection and refund conditions are in the URSC Advertisement dated 24 October 2026.
2. ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026: 97 Vacancies
SDSC SHAR has invited online applications for 97 vacancies across technical, scientific, nursing, library, technician, driver, fireman and support-staff categories. The notification also includes posts at other Department of Space units, so candidates should check the post code and location before selecting a vacancy.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | 14 |
| Scientific Assistant | 3 |
| Library Assistant-A | 3 |
| Nurse-B | 3 |
| Technician-B | 43 |
| Draughtsman-B | 1 |
| Fireman-A | 2 |
| Light Vehicle Driver-A (SDSC SHAR) | 1 |
| Heavy Vehicle Driver-A | 7 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | 16 |
| Light Vehicle Driver-A (ADRIN) | 4 |
| Total | 97 |
Qualification overview: Technical Assistant posts require a first-class diploma in the relevant engineering discipline. Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant and Nurse-B posts require the subject-specific degree or professional qualification listed in the advertisement. Technician-B and Draughtsman-B posts generally require Matriculation/SSLC with the relevant NCVT ITI/NTC/NAC qualification. Fireman, driver and MTS posts have separate educational, experience, licence or physical standards. Do not use one post’s eligibility criteria for another post code.
| Particular | SDSC SHAR details |
|---|---|
| Age limit | 18–35 years for post codes 07–25, 27, 28 and 30; 18–25 years for post codes 26 (Fireman-A) and 29 (MTS), as on 9 November 2026 |
| Pay levels | Level 7 for Technical/Scientific/Library Assistant and Nurse-B; Level 3 for Technician-B and Draughtsman-B; Level 2 for Fireman and driver posts; Level 1 for MTS |
| Application payment | ₹750 initially for post codes 07–15; ₹500 initially for post codes 16–30 |
| Refund | Refund is conditional on appearing in the written test; the retained fee and exempt-category refund differ by post-code group. See the official advertisement. |
| Written test date | To be notified separately by SDSC SHAR |
| Application window | 19 October to 9 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
Applications are submitted online through the SDSC SHAR application portal. Read the official SDSC SHAR Advertisement No. 03/2026 for post codes, locations, exact qualifications, age relaxations, selection stages, fee-refund rules and document requirements. The written-test date has not been announced in the advertisement.
3. ISRO HSFC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026: 4 Specialist Posts
The Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC) has invited applications for four Medical Officer-SD posts. This is a specialist medical recruitment and its application process is different from the URSC and SDSC online applications.
| Speciality | Vacancies | Essential qualification |
|---|---|---|
| General Medicine / Internal Medicine | 1 | MBBS plus MD or DNB in General Medicine/Internal Medicine |
| Physiology | 1 | MBBS plus MD in Physiology |
| Aerospace Medicine | 2 | MBBS plus MD in Aerospace Medicine |
| Total | 4 | All posts are listed as unreserved in the advertisement |
| Particular | HSFC details |
|---|---|
| Age limit | No upper age limit is specified for post codes 01–03 |
| Pay | Pay Level 11 (₹67,700–₹2,08,700); starting basic pay ₹67,700 plus NPA at 20% of basic pay and admissible allowances |
| Selection | Screening and interview |
| Initial fee payment | ₹750 per application; ₹250 is non-refundable. Refund is linked to appearing for the interview, with full refund for the exempt categories listed in the notice. |
| Last date | Application must reach HSFC by 8 November 2026 |
| Application mode | Ordinary post only; applications sent by other modes are not accepted |
Download the prescribed form and instructions from the official HSFC recruitment page. The completed application and supporting documents must reach the following address on or before 8 November 2026:
Head, Human Resources
Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC), ISRO
Doddanekundi, Bengaluru – 560037, Karnataka
Read the HSFC detailed advertisement dated 9 October 2026 for the application form, required certificates, fee-payment receipt, speciality-specific duties and postal instructions. Applications received after the deadline or through a mode other than ordinary post will not be considered.
Can Candidates Apply for More Than One ISRO Recruitment?
These are separate advertisements issued by different ISRO centres. A candidate must meet the eligibility conditions of the relevant post and submit a separate application through the specified route. URSC and SDSC SHAR use online applications, while HSFC Medical Officer applications must be sent by ordinary post. Do not assume that one application or one fee payment covers all three centres.
Important Points Before Applying
- Check the post code and qualification in the exact advertisement before paying any fee.
- Do not confuse the initial refundable processing/application payment with the final non-refundable amount.
- For URSC and SDSC SHAR, save the online registration number and confirmation page.
- For HSFC, ensure the application reaches Bengaluru by 8 November; merely dispatching it by that date is not enough.
- Use only the official ISRO, URSC and SDSC SHAR portals. Avoid unofficial agents and websites.
- Written-test dates for the URSC/SDSC posts should be checked in later official notices; do not rely on an assumed date.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many vacancies are included in the three ISRO recruitment notices?
The post-wise tables add up to 162 vacancies: 61 at URSC, 97 at SDSC SHAR and 4 at HSFC. This is a combined calculation across three separate advertisements, not one common recruitment notification.
What is the last date for ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026?
The URSC online application and fee-payment deadline is 13 November 2026 at 11:55 PM.
What is the last date for ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026?
The SDSC SHAR online registration and payment deadline is 9 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
What is the last date for ISRO HSFC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026?
The completed HSFC application must reach the centre by 8 November 2026. The advertisement requires ordinary post only.
Have the written-test dates for URSC and SDSC SHAR been announced?
The SDSC SHAR advertisement says the written-test date will be notified separately. Candidates should monitor the official recruitment pages for later notices. The URSC advertisement also requires candidates to follow subsequent official communication for test details.
Is there one common application form for all ISRO vacancies?
No. URSC, SDSC SHAR and HSFC have separate advertisements and application procedures. Candidates must apply separately for each eligible post.
Official ISRO Recruitment Sources
- URSC official website and online application
- URSC Advertisement dated 24 October 2026
- SDSC SHAR online application portal
- SDSC SHAR Advertisement No. 03/2026
- HSFC official recruitment page
- HSFC Medical Officer-SD detailed advertisement
Last updated: 2 November 2026. Vacancy totals above are calculated from the post-wise tables in the three official advertisements. Candidates should follow any subsequent corrigendum or update issued by the respective ISRO centre.