Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Mechanical) – Autonomous Body [PRL] – ISRO
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹56,100 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: BE/B.Tech or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — refer official notification for details.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 28 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Mechanical) post at Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) offers an exciting research opportunity in precision mechanical fabrication and thermal design for advanced scientific payloads. Recruits will work alongside leading space scientists on ground-breaking physics and atmospheric research projects. Applicants must verify their degree marks and submit their online registration prior to the closing date.
- Group 'A' Non-Gazetted position stationed at Physical Research Laboratory under DOS.
- Candidates must hold a Mechanical Engineering degree with a minimum 65% aggregate or CGPA 6.84/10.
- Written examination pattern comprises Discipline Specific (Part A) and Aptitude Tests (Part B).
- Shortlisting for interview is maintained in a 1:5 ratio based on written test merit.
- Candidates should ensure valid email and contact information during application registration.
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Additional Salary Information
Level 10 of Pay Matrix with minimum basic pay of ₹56,100 per month plus admissible allowances in Autonomous Body (PRL).
Important Dates
Selection Process
Written Test / CBT consisting of Part A (Discipline Specific - 80 marks) and Part B (Aptitude/Ability - 20 marks).
Shortlisting for Interview in 1:5 ratio with a minimum of 10 candidates based on Written Test performance.
Interview assessment based on Technical Knowledge, General Awareness, Communication Skill, Comprehension, and Academic Achievements.
Final panel generation with 50% weightage given to Written Test marks and 50% weightage to Interview marks.
Application Fees
Non-refundable Application Fee: Rs. 250 Initial Processing Fee (payable by all): Rs. 750 Refund for Exempted Categories (Women, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen appearing in written test): Full refund of Rs. 750 Refund for Other Candidates appearing in written test: Rs. 500 (after deducting Rs. 250 Application Fee)
Reservation
Unreserved/General vacancy
How to Apply
- Visit the official ISRO website at www.isro.gov.in between 27-08-2026 and 16-09-2026.
- Complete the online registration form and obtain the Online Registration Number.
- Upload scanned copies of recent passport size photograph (.jpg/.jpeg, 100-200 KB) and signature (.jpg/.jpeg, 80-150 KB).
- Upload applicable certificate (SC/ST/Disability/Ex-servicemen) if seeking full fee refund.
- Pay the application fee online through Bharatkosh e-Payment gateway using Internet Banking, UPI, or Debit Card.
- Submit the application and preserve the registration number and confirmation page for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Minimum basic pay of ₹56,100 per month in Level 10 of Pay Matrix plus standard allowances.
BE/B.Tech or equivalent degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 65% aggregate marks or CGPA 6.84/10.
28 years as on 16-09-2026, with relaxations for prescribed reserved categories as per GoI norms.