The Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (SDSC SHAR), Sriharikota, operating under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space, Government of India, has released an official recruitment notification (Advt. No. SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026) for various technical, scientific, medical, and support positions. Through this recruitment drive, ISRO invites online applications to fill a total of 97 vacancies across SDSC SHAR (Sriharikota), Propellant Complex Rasayani (Maharashtra), Balasore Rocket Launching Station (Odisha), and ADRIN (Secunderabad).
The online registration window opened on October 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM on the official SDSC SHAR portal. Interested candidates holding a 10th pass certificate, ITI trade certificate, Engineering Diploma, Nursing Diploma, or Bachelor’s/Master’s degree can submit their online applications on or before November 09, 2026.
ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 Highlights
| Recruiting Organization | ISRO – Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (SDSC SHAR) |
| Advertisement Number | SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026 |
| Post Names | Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant, Nurse ‘B’, Technician ‘B’, Draughtsman ‘B’, Fireman ‘A’, Driver ‘A’ & MTS |
| Total Vacancies | 97 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Registration Dates | October 19 to November 09, 2026 |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT) & Skill Test / PET (Post-Wise) |
| Official Website | shar.gov.in |
ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Candidates applying for any of the notified post codes should complete their online registration and fee payment within the official schedule below.
- Notification Release Date: October 19, 2026
- Online Application Start Date: October 19, 2026 (from 10:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply Online: November 09, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM)
- Last Date for Online Fee Payment: November 09, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM)
- CBT Written Exam Date: To be announced separately
- Skill Test / Physical Test Date: To be announced separately
ISRO SDSC SHAR Application Fee and Refund Policy
All applicants are required to pay an initial online processing fee at the time of submitting the application. However, a major portion (or full amount for exempted categories) of the processing fee will be refunded to candidates who actually appear in the written test.
- For Post Codes 07 to 15 (Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant & Nurse ‘B’):
- Initial Processing Fee for All Candidates: ₹750/-
- Fee Refund for Women, SC, ST, PwBD & Ex-Servicemen (After appearing in CBT): ₹750/- (Full Refund)
- Fee Refund for General, OBC & EWS Male Candidates (After appearing in CBT): ₹500/- (Effective Application Fee: ₹250/-)
- For Post Codes 16 to 30 (Technician ‘B’, Draughtsman ‘B’, Fireman ‘A’, Driver ‘A’ & MTS):
- Initial Processing Fee for All Candidates: ₹500/-
- Fee Refund for Women, SC, ST, PwBD & Ex-Servicemen (After appearing in CBT): ₹500/- (Full Refund)
- Fee Refund for General, OBC & EWS Male Candidates (After appearing in CBT): ₹400/- (Effective Application Fee: ₹100/-)
ISRO SDSC SHAR Age Limit 2026
The age of the applicants will be calculated as on the closing date of registration, which is November 09, 2026. Post-wise upper age limits are listed below:
- Minimum Age (All Posts): 18 Years
- Maximum Age for Post Codes 07 to 25, 27, 28 & 30 (Technical/Scientific/Library Assistant, Nurse ‘B’, Technician ‘B’, Draughtsman ‘B’, Driver ‘A’): 35 Years
- Maximum Age for Post Codes 26 & 29 (Fireman ‘A’ & Multi-Tasking Staff): 25 Years
- Age Relaxation: Upper age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates is applicable against reserved vacancies. PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, Central Govt. employees, and Meritorious Sportspersons also receive relaxation as per Government of India orders.
ISRO SDSC SHAR Vacancy 2026 Post Wise Details
A total of 97 vacancies have been announced across Post Codes 07 to 30. Check the complete post-wise and discipline-wise breakdown in the table below.
| Post Code | Post Name & Discipline | Vacancies |
| 07 to 11 | Technical Assistant (Mechanical: 07, ECE: 03, Civil: 02, Electrical/EEE: 01, CSE: 01) | 14 Posts |
| 12 & 13 | Scientific Assistant (Physics: 02, Fine Arts Photography / Visual Arts Cinematography: 01) | 03 Posts |
| 14 | Library Assistant ‘A’ | 03 Posts |
| 15 | Nurse ‘B’ | 03 Posts |
| 16 to 24 | Technician ‘B’ (Fitter: 17, Electronic Mechanic: 12, Electrician: 05, Chemical: 03, Boiler Attendant: 02, Turner: 01, R&AC: 01, Civil Engg Asst: 01, Photography: 01) | 43 Posts |
| 25 | Draughtsman ‘B’ (Civil) | 01 Post |
| 26 | Fireman ‘A’ | 02 Posts |
| 27 & 30 | Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’ (LVD ‘A’) (SDSC SHAR: 01, ADRIN Secunderabad: 04) | 05 Posts |
| 28 | Heavy Vehicle Driver ‘A’ (HVD ‘A’) | 07 Posts |
| 29 | Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 16 Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 97 Posts | |
ISRO SDSC SHAR Eligibility Criteria and Salary 2026
Candidates must hold the required educational and technical qualifications as on the closing date (November 09, 2026). Check the post-wise eligibility and approximate monthly gross salary below.
| Post Name | Pay Level & Gross Salary | Essential Qualification |
| Technical Assistant | Level 7 (Approx. ₹71,840/month) | First Class Diploma (minimum 3 years duration) in the relevant Engineering branch (Mechanical, Electrical/EEE, CSE, ECE, or Civil) from a recognized university or institution. |
| Scientific Assistant | Level 7 (Approx. ₹71,840/month) | Physics: First Class B.Sc. with Physics as main subject and Mathematics & Chemistry as ancillary subjects. Fine/Visual Arts: First Class Bachelor of Fine Arts (Photography) or Visual Arts (Cinematography). |
| Library Assistant ‘A’ | Level 7 (Approx. ₹71,840/month) | Graduation in First Class + First Class Master’s Degree in Library Science / Library & Information Science from a recognized university. |
| Nurse ‘B’ | Level 7 (Approx. ₹71,840/month) | First Class Diploma in Nursing course of not less than 3 years duration recognized by State/Central Government with valid State Nursing Council registration. |
| Technician ‘B’ & Draughtsman ‘B’ | Level 3 (Approx. ₹34,720/month) | SSLC / SSC (Class 10th) pass + ITI / NTC / NAC in the relevant trade from NCVT (for Boiler Attendant: NAC in Boiler Attendant trade with First Class Boiler Attendant Certificate). |
| Fireman ‘A’ | Level 2 (Approx. ₹31,840/month) | SSLC / SSC / Matric (Class 10th) pass and must satisfy the prescribed Physical Fitness and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) standards. |
| Light & Heavy Vehicle Driver ‘A’ | Level 2 (Approx. ₹31,840/month) | SSLC / SSC (Class 10th) pass + valid LVD/HVD Driving License + 3 years driving experience for LVD ‘A’ (or 5 years total experience including 3 years heavy vehicle driving for HVD ‘A’). |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | Level 1 (Approx. ₹28,800/month) | Matriculation / SSLC / SSC (Class 10th) or equivalent pass from a recognized board. |
ISRO SDSC SHAR Selection Process 2026
The selection process consists of an online Computer Based Test (CBT) conducted across 18 cities in India, followed by a post-specific Skill Test or Physical Test:
- Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant, Technician ‘B’ & Draughtsman ‘B’: Written Test (80 MCQs in 90 minutes, +1 mark for correct answer, -0.33 for wrong answer) followed by a 100-mark Skill Test on a purely qualifying (‘go-no-go’) basis.
- Nurse ‘B’: Written Test (80 MCQs in 120 minutes) followed by a qualifying Skill Test.
- Fireman ‘A’: Written Test (80 MCQs in 120 minutes) followed by Stage-1 & Stage-2 Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Detailed Medical Examination (DME).
- Light & Heavy Vehicle Driver ‘A’: Written Test (100 MCQs in 120 minutes with 0.25 negative marking) followed by a Driving Skill Test (minimum 60% qualifying marks).
- Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): Selection is based solely on the Written Test (100 MCQs in 90 minutes covering Numerical Ability, Reasoning, General Awareness, and English with 0.25 negative marking).
How to Apply for ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can submit their online applications before November 09, 2026, by following these step-by-step instructions:
- Visit the official Satish Dhawan Space Centre website at shar.gov.in or the recruitment portal at apps.shar.gov.in.
- Go to the Careers section and click on the online application link against Advertisement No. SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026.
- Select the specific Post Code you wish to apply for and register using your valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Fill in your personal details, preferred CBT exam city, place of posting preference (where applicable), educational qualifications, and bank account details (for fee refund).
- Upload clear scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph (up to 40 KB in JPG), signature (up to 20 KB in JPG), qualification certificates (up to 1 MB), and category certificate (if applicable).
- Pay the online processing fee (₹750 or ₹500 depending on the post code) via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
- Download and print the personalized Registration Confirmation Form for future reference.
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