Scientific Assistant (Computer Science) – ISRO
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 4
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹44,900 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: First Class B.Sc. with Computer Science as the main subject from a recognized University/Institution.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — a first-class B.Sc. degree in Computer Science is the essential requirement.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Scientific Assistant (Computer Science) position at ISRO ISTRAC is a key role in managing space science data centers and ground segment software. There are 4 vacancies with a starting pay of ₹44,900, requiring a First Class B.Sc. in Computer Science. This role offers a prestigious career path for science graduates to work on navigation missions and satellite tracking systems. Successful candidates will be part of a talented scientific community contributing to national development through advanced computing.
- Scientific Assistants develop and maintain software solutions for satellite mission control.
- Requires a First Class B.Sc. degree with Computer Science as the main subject from a recognized university.
- The selection process includes a 1.5-hour Written Test (80 MCQs) and a qualifying Skill Test.
- One vacancy is specifically earmarked for PwBD-HH (Hard of Hearing) category candidates.
- The role includes a liability to work in round-the-clock shifts as per mission requirements.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Level 7 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (₹44,900 per month) plus allowances like DA, HRA, and medical benefits.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Initial screening based on academic performance.
Written Test / Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of 80 MCQs.
Skill Test (Qualifying nature, Go-No-Go basis) for shortlisted candidates in 1:5 ratio.
Final selection based on marks obtained in the Written Test/CBT.
Application Fees
Technical/Scientific Assistant: ₹250 (Non-refundable) + ₹500 Processing Fee Technician/Draughtsman/Cook: ₹100 (Non-refundable) + ₹400 Processing Fee Exempted Categories (Women/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM): Full refund of Processing Fee
Reservation
OBC: 02, EWS: 01, UR: 01 (One post earmarked for PwBD-HH)
How to Apply
- Visit the official ISRO or ISTRAC website at www.isro.gov.in or www.istrac.gov.in.
- Navigate to the 'Careers' section and locate Advertisement No. ISTRAC:02:2026.
- Click on the link for online registration available from 27 June 2026.
- Fill in the application form with correct details, especially E-mail ID and Mobile number.
- Upload scanned copies of your recent color passport photo (50-100kb) and signature (50-100kb) in .jpg/.jpeg format.
- Upload essential qualification and experience certificates as required.
- Pay the application and processing fee online via Bharatkosh e-Payment gateway.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the completed form for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
The starting pay is ₹44,900 per month in Pay Level 7 plus admissible allowances.
A First Class B.Sc. with Computer Science as the main subject is required.
There are 4 vacancies available for this post.