ISRO ICRB Scientist Engineer ‘SC’ Recruitment 2026 Exam Postponed for 175 Vacancies

The ISRO ICRB Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ Recruitment 2026 Computer Based Test (CBT) is scheduled for 19th October 2026 now it is postponed upto 29th October. ISRO invites online applications from meritorious graduates for Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ posts in Electronics, Mechanical, and Computer Science disciplines. The positions are in Level 10 of the Pay Matrix with Group ‘A’ Gazetted posts at ISRO centres and Group ‘A’ Non-Gazetted posts at PRL.

Interested and eligible candidates can apply online only through the ISRO website www.isro.gov.in. The application window opens on 27th August 2026 and closes on 16th September 2026 (11:55 PM) . Candidates must have a minimum of 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10 in their BE/B.Tech or equivalent degree.

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ISRO ICRB Scientist Engineer SC Recruitment 2026 Notification

The ISRO ICRB Scientist Engineer ‘SC’ Recruitment 2026 Notification provides complete details about vacancies, eligibility criteria, pay scale, application process, selection procedure, and important dates. Aspirants should read the full advertisement and FAQs carefully before applying.

Overview

The ISRO Scientist Engineer ‘SC’ Recruitment 2026 offers a prestigious career opportunity for engineering graduates to contribute to India’s space program. Below is a detailed overview with all key information for aspirants.

Particulars	Details
Organization	Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
Recruitment Board	ISRO Centralised Recruitment Board (ICRB)
Post	Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’
Disciplines	Electronics, Mechanical, Computer Science
Total Vacancies	175
Pay Level	Level 10 of Pay Matrix (7th CPC)
Basic Pay	₹56,100/- per month (minimum)
Post Type	Group ‘A’ Gazetted (ISRO Centres) / Group ‘A’ Non-Gazetted (PRL)
Application Mode	Online Only
Application Fee	₹250/- (₹750/- processing fee, refundable)
Age Limit	28 Years (as on 16-09-2026)
Qualification	BE/B.Tech or equivalent with 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10
Application Dates	27th August to 16th September 2026
CBT Exam Date	19th October 2026 Postponed up to 29th October
Selection Process	Written Test/CBT + Interview
Official Website	www.isro.gov.in

ISRO Scientist Engineer SC Vacancy 2026

The ISRO ICRB Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ Recruitment 2026 includes 175+ vacancies across three disciplines, with positions at ISRO constituent centres and PRL. Below is the detailed breakdown:

Post Code	Discipline	Total Vacancies
BE001	Electronics	99
BE002	Mechanical	52
BE003	Computer Science	21
BE001A	Electronics (PRL)	01
BE002A	Mechanical (PRL)	01
BE003A	Computer Science (PRL)	01

ISRO ICRB Scientist Engineer SC Eligibility Criteria 2026

Check ISRO ICRB Scientist Engineer Eligibility Details Here

Educational Qualification

Post Code	Discipline	Qualification Required
BE001 / BE001A	Electronics	BE/B.Tech or equivalent in Electronics & Communication Engineering with minimum 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10
BE002 / BE002A	Mechanical	BE/B.Tech or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10
BE003 / BE003A	Computer Science	BE/B.Tech or equivalent in Computer Science Engineering with minimum 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10

Age Limit

Criteria	Requirement
Upper Age Limit	28 Years
Crucial Date	As on 16th September 2026
Relaxation	Serving Central Government civilian employees, Ex-servicemen, and PwBD candidates eligible as per Government of India orders

ISRO Scientist Engineer SC Pay Scale & Allowances 2026

Selected candidates will be appointed in Level 10 of Pay Matrix with the following benefits:

Component	Details
Basic Pay	₹56,100/- per month (minimum)
Dearness Allowance (DA)	As per extant rules
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	As per extant rules
Transport Allowance	As per extant rules
New Pension Scheme	Governed by NPS
Medical Facilities	For self and dependents
Subsidized Canteen	Available
Limited Quarters	In lieu of HRA (subject to availability)
Leave Travel Concession	As per Central Government orders
Group Insurance	Available
House Building Advance	As per Central Government orders

Application Fee 2026

Particular	Details
Application Fee	₹250/- (Non-refundable)
Processing Fee	₹750/- (Initially all candidates pay uniformly)
Refund	Processing fee refunded to candidates who appear in Written Test/CBT
Full Refund	Women, SC/ST, PwBD, Ex-servicemen
Partial Refund	Other candidates: ₹500/- (after deducting ₹250/- application fee)

Payment Modes:

• Internet Banking
• Unified Payment Interface (UPI)
• Debit Cards (Domestic)

Payment Process:

• Payment is through Bharatkosh e-Payment Gateway
• Link for payment appears after submission of online application
• Last date for payment: 16th September 2026

Refund Conditions:

• Refund only to candidates appearing in Written Test/CBT
• Refund to bank account details provided in the application
• Incorrect bank details may result in refund failure (ISRO not responsible)

ISRO Scientist Engineer SC Selection Process 2026

The ISRO ICRB Scientist Engineer Selection Process 2026 involves two major stages:

Stage 1: Written Test / Computer Based Test (CBT)

Particular	Details
Part A	Discipline/Area Specific (80 MCQs, 90 Minutes)
Part B	Aptitude/Ability Tests (15 MCQs, 30 Minutes)
Total Marks	100
Negative Marking (Part A)	+1 for correct, -1/3 for wrong, 0 for unattempted
Negative Marking (Part B)	No negative marking

Qualifying Criteria for Written Test:

Category	Part A	Part B
Unreserved (UR)	50%	50%
PwBD (Reserved Posts)	40%	40%

Test Venues (37 Cities):

Agartala, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh/Mohali, Chennai, Dehradun, Delhi, Ernakulam, Gorakhpur, Gurugram, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Indore, Jaipur, Jammu, Jodhpur, Kanpur, Kavaratti, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mangaluru, Mumbai, Mysore, Nagpur, Patna, Port Blair, Pune, Raipur, Ranchi, Shillong, Tiruchirapalli, Thiruvananthapuram, Varanasi, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam.

Stage 2: Interview

• Shortlisting ratio: 1:5 (minimum 10 candidates)
• Separate shortlisting for reserved vacancies
• Interview marks allocation:

Attribute	Marks
Technical (Academic) Knowledge	40
General Awareness (Technical)	20
Presentation/Communication Skill	20
Comprehension	10
Academic Achievements (Institute Type, CGPA/Percentage, Rank)	10
Total	100

Qualifying Criteria:

Category	Written Test	Interview	Aggregate
Unreserved (UR)	50%	50%	60%
PwBD (Reserved Posts)	40%	40%	50%

Final Panel Generation:

• 50% weightage to Written Test marks
• 50% weightage to Interview marks

Tie-Breakers (if tie in final marks):

1. Marks scored in Written Test/CBT
2. Marks scored in Essential Qualification
3. Date of Birth (older candidates placed higher)

How to Apply for ISRO Scientist Engineer SC Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must apply online only through the ISRO website. Below is the step-by-step procedure:

Step	Procedure
Step 1	Visit the ISRO website: www.isro.gov.in
Step 2	Navigate to the recruitment section and find the advertisement for “Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ Recruitment 2026”.
Step 3	Read the full advertisement and FAQs carefully.
Step 4	Click on the online application link (available from 27-08-2026).
Step 5	Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
Step 6	Fill in all personal, educational, and professional details correctly.
Step 7	Upload recent passport-size photograph (.jpg/.jpeg, 100-200 KB).
Step 8	Upload signature (.jpg/.jpeg, 80-150 KB).
Step 9	Upload relevant supporting documents (SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen certificates for fee refund).
Step 10	Submit the application and proceed to payment.
Step 11	Pay the application fee of ₹750/- through Bharatkosh e-Payment gateway (Internet Banking/UPI/Debit Card).
Step 12	Note down the Registration Number and Transaction Reference Number.
Step 13	Take a printout of the final application for future reference.

Apply Online Link

Documents to Upload:

Document	Format	Size
Recent Colour Passport-size Photograph	.jpg/.jpeg	100-200 KB
Signature (not in CAPITAL LETTERS)	.jpg/.jpeg	80-150 KB
SC/ST Certificate (for fee refund)	.jpg/.jpeg/.pdf	As applicable
PwBD Certificate (for fee refund)	.jpg/.jpeg/.pdf	As applicable
Ex-servicemen Certificate (for fee refund)	.jpg/.jpeg/.pdf	As applicable

ISRO Scientist Engineer SC Important Dates 2026

Event	Date/Time
Opening Date for Online Registration	27th August 2026
Closing Date for Online Registration	16th September 2026 (11:55 PM)
Last Date for Application Fee Payment	16th September 2026
Written Test/CBT Date	19th October 2026 Postponed up to 29th October
Answer Key Publication	Within 3 working days after CBT
Objections to Answer Key	Within 5 days of publication
Interview Date	To be intimated to shortlisted candidates