ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026 for Scientist/Engineer 'SD' & 'SC': Eligibility, Salary & Application Details

About this Job Notification

Posted on: 23-01-2026 | Ends On: 12-02-2026 (17:00 Hrs)
Class: Central Govt / Space Research Jobs
Organization: Space Applications Centre (SAC), ISRO
Qualifications: Ph.D., M.E./M.Tech., M.Sc.
Experience Type: Fresher & Experienced
Tenure Type: Permanent (Temporary but likely to continue)
Location: Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Thiruvananthapuram, Shillong (NESAC)

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SAC ISRO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Scientist/Engineer 'SD' and 'SC' Posts

Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad, a lead center of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has released Advertisement No. SAC:01:2026. Online applications are invited for the posts of Scientist/Engineer 'SD' (Level 11) and Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Level 10) in various disciplines.

The recruitment includes vacancies for SAC (Ahmedabad) as well as other ISRO centers/autonomous bodies like VSSC (Thiruvananthapuram), NRSC (Hyderabad), and NESAC (Umiam/Shillong).

Important Dates to Consider

Vacancy Details

The vacancies are divided into two main categories: Scientist/Engineer 'SD' (requiring Ph.D.) and Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (requiring Master's Degree).

I. Scientist/Engineer 'SD' (Level 11)

Requirement: Ph.D. in relevant field.

II. Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Level 10)

Requirement: M.E./M.Tech. OR M.Sc. as applicable.

Note: For Post Codes 07 & 08, separate applications are required if a candidate wishes to apply for both (SAC/ISRO vs NESAC).

Pay Scale & Salary

Selected candidates will be appointed in the Pay Matrix Level as per 7th CPC.

Allowances: DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Medical facilities, NPS/Unified Pension Scheme, etc., are admissible.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification Norms

• M.E./M.Tech: Aggregate minimum 60% marks (average of all semesters) OR CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale.

• M.Sc.: Aggregate minimum 65% marks (average of all semesters) OR CGPA 6.84 on a 10-point scale.

• B.E./B.Tech (Pre-requisite): Aggregate minimum 65% marks OR CGPA 6.84.

• B.Sc. (Pre-requisite): Aggregate minimum 60% marks OR CGPA 6.5.

• Rounding off marks is NOT allowed.

Age Limit (as on 12.02.2026)

Relaxation applies to Central Govt Employees, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen as per GoI rules.

Application Fee & Refund

Candidates must pay the application fee online. A refund is applicable only if the candidate appears for the Written Test.

• Note: If you do not appear for the written test, the entire fee of ₹ 750/- will be forfeited.

Selection Process

The selection involves a Written Test followed by a Personal Interview.

Stage 1: Written Test (Pattern)

A. For Post Codes 04-11 (M.E./M.Tech Based)

• Part A (Discipline Specific): 60 Marks | 75 Minutes | 60 MCQs (+1, -1/3 marking).

• Part B (Aptitude): 20 Marks | 30 Minutes | Max 15 MCQs (No negative marking). Topics: Reasoning (Numerical, Logical, Diagrammatic, Abstract, Deductive).

• Part C (Descriptive): 20 Marks | 30 Minutes | Technical descriptive questions relevant to specialization.

• Total: 100 Marks.

B. For Post Codes 12-16 (M.Sc. Based)

• Part A (Discipline Specific): 80 Marks | 90 Minutes | 80 MCQs (+1, -1/3 marking).

• Part B (Aptitude): 20 Marks | 30 Minutes | Max 15 MCQs (No negative marking).

• Total: 100 Marks.

Stage 2: Personal Interview

• Candidates are shortlisted in a 1:5 ratio based on Written Test performance.

• Final Panel Weightage: 50% Written Test + 50% Interview.

• Minimum Qualifying Marks:

  • UR: 50% in each part of Written Test & 50/100 in Interview (60% Aggregate).

  • Reserved: 40% in each part of Written Test & 40/100 in Interview (50% Aggregate).

Exam Cities

The written test will be conducted in 18 cities:
Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Dehradun, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Raipur, Ranchi, and Thiruvananthapuram.

How to Apply: Step-by-Step

1. Registration

• Visit the official SAC website www.sac.gov.in or careers.sac.gov.in.

• Register with a valid Email ID and Mobile Number.

• Note: Separate applications are needed for Post Code 07 (SAC) and Post Code 08 (NESAC).

2. Fill Application

• Log in using the registration number.

• Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.

• Select the preferred Written Test City (if applying for multiple posts, select the same city).

3. Upload Documents (Scanned)

• Photo: Color passport size (max 1MB, JPG/JPEG). No selfies.

• Signature: Black/Blue ink on white paper (max 1MB, JPG/JPEG).

• Certificates: All Essential/Pre-requisite mark sheets and certificates (max 1MB, PDF).

• Category Certificate: Caste/PwBD/Discharge certificate for fee refund claim (PDF).

4. Fee Payment

• Pay ₹ 750/- via the Bharatkosh portal using Net Banking, UPI, Credit/Debit Card.

• Save the payment receipt.

5. Submission

• Verify all details carefully. Once submitted, the form cannot be edited.

• Print the application summary for future reference.

• No hard copy needs to be sent to SAC ISRO.

Important Links

• Official Website: www.sac.gov.in

• Apply Online / Career Portal: Click Here

• Technical Queries (Phone): 079-2691 5512 / 10

• General Queries (Phone): 079-2691 3022 / 24

• Email Support: [email protected]