ISRO Human Space Flight Centre Invites Application for 6 Scientist/Engineer ‘SD’ Recruitment 2026

Post-wise Vacancy Details

• Note: All vacancies are in the Unreserved (UR) category. Qualifications require minimum marks as specified (CGPA/percentage). Open and Distance Learning (ODL) professional courses are not eligible.

Eligibility Criteria (Crucial Date: 30.08.2026)

• Educational Qualification:Ph.D. in the specific discipline (as per post code) from a recognized university/institute, along with specified pre-requisite PG/UG or dual degree qualifications with required minimum marks. Candidates with foreign degrees must produce an equivalency certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi, at the time of interview.
• Age Limit:Maximum 35 years as on the crucial date of eligibility (30 August 2026). Upper age relaxation is applicable for Serving Central Government Employees, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBDs), and Ex-Servicemen as per Government of India rules.
• Salary & Emoluments: Pay Level: Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 – Rs. 2,08,700) in the Pay Matrix. Approx. Gross Emoluments: Rs. 67,700/- per month + admissible allowances (DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, etc.). Employees are governed by the National Pension System/Unified Pension Scheme and are eligible for medical facilities, subsidized canteen, quarters facility (in lieu of HRA), Leave Travel Concession, Group Insurance, and House Building Advance as per DOS/Central Government orders.
• Selection Procedure:
• Screening/Shortlisting of online applications based on the prescribed eligibility criteria.
• Personal Interview for shortlisted candidates (option to give interview in Hindi). Final selection is based solely on the candidate's performance in the interview.
• Application Fee: No application fee for these posts (Post Codes 01-06).

📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step

• Candidates must apply online only through the ISRO Live Register portal. No other mode of application will be accepted.
• Visit the ISRO Website: Go to www.isro.gov.in and click on the "Career" tab.
• Access Live Register Portal: Click on the link for "ISRO Live Register" or the specific recruitment advertisement.
• Register/Update Profile: Candidates who have not registered earlier need to create a new registration. Existing users can update their profiles.
• Fill Application Form: Complete the online application form with accurate details. Candidates can apply for more than one post.
• Upload Documents: Upload clear scanned images/photocopies of the following in the prescribed format: Recent colour passport-size photograph (not older than 6 months), max 1MB, .jpg/.jpeg, dimensions 500px (height) x 400px (width). Signature, max 1MB, .jpg/.jpeg, dimensions 200px (height) x 700px (width). Pre-requisite/Essential Qualification certificates, .pdf format, max 1MB each. Valid PwBD certificate / Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate / NOC (for serving Central Govt. employees), as applicable, .pdf format, max 1MB.
• Submit Application: Verify all details and submit the application before 30 August 2026 (17:00 hrs).
• Print Application: Take a printout of the online application and note the Registration Number for future reference.
• Note: Candidates registering before 10.08.2026 or after 30.08.2026 will not be considered. Applications without the required uploaded documents will be treated as invalid.

• www.isro.gov.in ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.

📅 Important Dates

Key Instructions for Candidates

• Online Application Only: Applications are accepted only through the ISRO Live Register portal. No physical/offline applications will be entertained.
• Eligibility Check: Ensure you meet the specific Ph.D. area, pre-requisite qualifications, and minimum marks criteria. Carefully read the notification for details on CGPA/percentage conversion and dual degree evaluation.
• Document Upload: Upload clear, legible documents in the specified format and size. Applications with blurred photographs or missing documents will be rejected.
• Single/Multiple Applications: Candidates can apply for more than one post. However, if duplicate applications are submitted, only the latest one will be considered.
• Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview. The final selection is based entirely on interview performance.
• No Fee: There is no application fee for these posts.
• Communication: All communications will be sent via email to the registered email ID. Ensure your email ID is valid and active.
• Place of Posting: Selected candidates are liable to be posted anywhere in India at any ISRO/DOS Centre/Unit.
• Check Website: Regularly visit the ISRO and HSFC websites for any updates, amendments, or corrigenda.

Application and notification links supplied by the source

• Official Notification (PDF): Download Official Notification ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.