Scientist/Engineer SD & SC Recruitment 2026 – Space Applications Centre (SAC) ISRO
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 49
- Qualification
- Qualification: Candidates must possess a PhD, M.E./M.Tech, M.Sc., B.E./B.Tech, or B.Sc. in relevant fields with specified aggregate marks or CGPA, as detailed for each post code. Open and Distance Learning (ODL) courses are not eligible. Qualifications must be completed within the stipulated course duration.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
Vacancies under this Notification
This list may not include all posts.
- Agricultural Physics/Meteorology Scientist/Engineer-SD – SAC 1 Vacancy
- Agriculture Scientist/Engineer-SC – SAC 6 Vacancies
- Applied Optics/Optical Engineering Scientist/Engineer-SC – SAC 1 Vacancy
- Atmospheric Science and Oceanography Scientist/Engineer-SC – SAC 8 Vacancies
- Civil/Agriculture Engineering/Hydrology Scientist/Engineer-SC – SAC 1 Vacancy
- Computer Science Engineering Scientist/Engineer-SC – NESAC 1 Vacancy
- Computer Science Engineering Scientist/Engineer-SC – SAC 7 Vacancies
- Electronics and Communication Scientist/Engineer-SC – SAC 3 Vacancies
- Marine Biology/Science Scientist/Engineer-SC – SAC 1 Vacancy
- Microelectronics/VLSI Design Scientist/Engineer-SC – SAC 10 Vacancies
- Physical Oceanography Scientist/Engineer-SC – SAC 1 Vacancy
- Power Electronics Scientist/Engineer-SC – SAC 4 Vacancies
- RF and Microwave Scientist/Engineer-SD – SAC 2 Vacancies
- Statistics/Mathematics Scientist/Engineer-SC – SAC 1 Vacancy
- Wireless/Satellite/Digital Communication Scientist/Engineer-SC – SAC 1 Vacancy
- Wireless/Satellite/Digital Communication Scientist/Engineer-SD – SAC 1 Vacancy
The Space Applications Centre (SAC) ISRO has announced the Scientist/Engineer SD & SC Recruitment 2026, presenting a prestigious opportunity for skilled professionals. This notification invites applications for Scientist/Engineer 'SD' (Level 11) and 'SC' (Level 10) positions across various scientific and engineering disciplines. Successful candidates will contribute to cutting-edge space technology development, working on critical projects for communication, navigation, and remote sensing. Secure a rewarding government job with ISRO, offering an attractive salary package and comprehensive benefits as per official recruitment rules.
- Explore this significant government job opportunity with the Space Applications Centre (SAC) ISRO for Scientist/Engineer positions.
- The Scientist/Engineer SD & SC recruitment offers a stable career path in India's premier space research organization.
- Review the official notification for detailed eligibility criteria and the complete selection process for these coveted roles.
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Additional Salary Information
Scientist/Engineer 'SD' (Post Code 01-03) will be in Level 11 (₹67,100–₹2,08,700) per month. Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Post Code 04-16) will be in Level 10 (₹56,100–₹1,77,500) per month. In addition, Dearness Allowances (DA), House Rent Allowances (HRA), and Transport Allowance are payable as per extant rules. Employees are governed by the National Pension System/Unified Pension Scheme. Medical facilities, subsidized canteen, quarters facility (in lieu of HRA), Leave Travel Concession, Group Insurance, House Building Advance etc. are admissible as per DOS/Central Government orders.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Initial screening based on online applications for shortlisting candidates for interview.
Written Test (for Scientist/Engineer 'SC' posts only, Post Code 04-16).
Personal Interview (shortlisted in 1:5 ratio based on written test performance, minimum 10 candidates).
Final selection for SD posts is based on performance in the interview only. For SC posts, 50% weightage is given to Written Test marks and 50% weightage to Interview marks for final panel generation.
Application Fees
No application fee for Scientist/Engineer ‘SD’ (Post Code 01-03).
For Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Post Code 04-16), initially all applicants have to uniformly pay ₹750/- as application-fee.
Refund in full for candidates exempted from payment (women, SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen) if they appear in the written test.
Other candidates will be refunded ₹500 after deducting the application fee of ₹250 if they appear in the written test.
All applicable service charges for payment of Application fee shall be borne by the Applicant.
Reservation
Serving Central Govt. Employees, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBDs) and Ex-Serviceman etc. are eligible for upper age relaxation as per extant Govt. of India rules/orders.
Out of the total vacancies of Post Code 04-06 and 09-11, 01 (One) post of SAC is reserved for PwBD- Locomotor Disability (Backlog Vacancy).
Out of the total vacancies of Post Code 07 & 12-16, 01 (One) post of SAC is reserved for PwBD (Blind, Low Vision).
Out of 05 vacancies of NRSC (Post Code 12), 01 (One) post is reserved for PwBD (Blind, Low Vision).
How to Apply
- Visit the ISRO Live Register portal (https://www.isro.gov.in under career tab) or SAC website (https://www.sac.gov.in or https://careers.sac.gov.in).
- Register or update your registration on or before 12.02.2026 (1700 hours).
- Fill in all personal information, educational qualifications, and upload required documents (recent color passport size photograph, signature, qualification certificates, caste/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen certificates in specified formats and sizes).
- Pay the application fee if applicable (₹750/- for general SC posts, no fee for SD posts). Note that separate applications and fees are required if applying for both SAC/ISRO and NESAC vacancies under Computer Science Engineering.
- Verify all details before final submission, as applications cannot be edited later.
- Take a printout/screenshot of the online application summary for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
The selection process involves a two-level recruitment process: a Written Test (for SC posts) followed by a Personal Interview. Final selection for SD posts is based on interview performance, while for SC posts, it's a 50:50 weightage of written test and interview marks.
No, there is no application fee for Scientist/Engineer 'SD' (Post Code 01-03). For Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Post Code 04-16), an initial fee of ₹750/- is required. A refund of ₹500/- (or full for exempted categories like women, SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen) is provided if the candidate appears for the written test.
Yes, candidates can apply for more than one post. However, SAC reserves the right to conduct exams for two or more posts simultaneously. Separate applications and fee payments are required if applying for distinct post codes, especially for SAC/ISRO and NESAC vacancies under Computer Science Engineering.
