📌 Overview & Notification Details
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) ne 2026 ke liye ek naya recruitment notification jari kiya hai jisme sirf PhD holders ko Scientist/Engineer (SD) posts ke liye consider kiya jayega. Ye ek golden opportunity hai un professionals ke liye jo space research, satellite technology, propulsion, remote sensing, ya related fields me PhD complete kar chuke hain. Notification me post ka naam, eligibility, salary structure, selection process aur online application ka pura process detail me diya gaya hai.
Is notification ka primary focus hai "Scientist/Engineer – SD" (Scientific/Design) cadre, jo ki ISRO ke high‑impact projects me directly involve hota hai. Agar aapke paas relevant PhD hai aur aap 2026 me ISRO ke saath apna career banana chahte hain, to ye article aapke liye step‑by‑step guide hai.
📋 Summary Highlights Table
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Scientist/Engineer (SD) |
| Eligibility | PhD in relevant science/engineering discipline |
| Total Vacancies | To be announced (TBA) |
| Age Limit | 18‑35 years (relaxations applicable) |
| Salary (Pay Scale) | Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500 (Level‑12) + allowances |
| Application Mode | Online (ISRO Career Portal) |
| Last Date to Apply | 2026-XX-XX (official notification mein confirm) |
| Selection Process | Written Test → Interview → Document Verification |
🔢 Vacancy & Post Breakdown Table
| Post Category | Specialisation | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Scientist/Engineer (SD) | Aerospace Engineering | TBA |
| Scientist/Engineer (SD) | Remote Sensing & GIS | TBA |
| Scientist/Engineer (SD) | Propulsion & Power | TBA |
| Scientist/Engineer (SD) | Satellite Communication | TBA |
| Scientist/Engineer (SD) | Space Materials & Structures | TBA |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria (Age Limit, Relaxation Table, Education Qualification)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 18‑35 years as on 1st January 2026. Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, PwD – 10 years. |
| Educational Qualification | PhD (Full‑time) in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Space Sciences, or any related discipline from a recognized university. Minimum of 55% marks in PhD (or equivalent) is preferred. |
| Domicile | All India (central recruitment). No state‑wise restriction. |
| Nationality | Indian citizen. OCI/PIO candidates are not eligible. |
💳 Application Fees & Payment Methods Table
| Category | Application Fee (INR) | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| General | ₹ 800 | Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
| OBC | ₹ 500 | Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹ 250 | Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
📝 Selection Process & Exam Pattern Breakdown
ISRO ka selection process typically three stages par based hota hai:
- Written Test (Online): 100 marks, 2 hours. Sections include General Aptitude, Technical Knowledge (specific to chosen specialization), and Reasoning/Analytical Skills. Negative marking applicable (¼ mark per wrong answer).
- Interview (Viva‑Voce): 50 marks. Panel of senior scientists evaluates research experience, problem‑solving ability, and suitability for space projects.
- Document Verification & Medical Test: Final merit list publish hone ke baad, candidates ko original documents aur medical fitness test ke liye bulaya jayega.
Written test ke liye preparation tips:
- PhD thesis aur recent research papers ko revise karein – especially applied aspects.
- Standard textbooks for core engineering subjects (e.g., Thermodynamics, Control Systems, Remote Sensing) ko fast‑track review karein.
- Previous ISRO recruitment papers (if available) aur GATE level questions practice karein.
- Time management aur negative marking strategy ko pehle se practice karein.
🚀 Step-by-Step How to Apply Online
- Visit the official ISRO Careers portal: https://www.isro.gov.in/careers.
- Login/Sign‑up using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- ‘New Notification’ section me “ISRO Recruitment 2026 – Scientist/Engineer (SD)” ko select karein.
- Read the detailed notification PDF and click on ‘Apply Online’ button.
- Fill in personal details (Name, DOB, Address, Contact, etc.).
- Enter academic qualifications – upload scanned copies of PhD certificate, mark sheets, and research publications (PDF, max 2 MB each).
- Provide work experience (if any) and upload experience letters.
- Select the preferred specialization from the dropdown list.
- Pay the applicable application fee using credit/debit card, net banking, or UPI.
- After successful payment, review the entire application, generate the application ID, and click ‘Submit’.
- Print/save the confirmation page (contains Application ID & password) for future reference.
📂 Required Documents Checklist
- Scanned passport‑size photograph (JPEG, 3.5 × 4.5 cm).
- Scanned signature (JPEG, 3.5 × 1.5 cm).
- Copy of valid ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport).
- Educational documents: PhD certificate, mark sheets of PhD, Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees.
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) – if applicable.
- Age proof (Birth certificate or School Leaving Certificate).
- Experience letters (if any) – original and scanned copies.
- Research publications list with DOI links (optional but recommended).
- Declaration form (auto‑generated on portal).
Sab documents clear, readable (300 dpi) aur PDF/JPEG format me upload karein. Size limit usually 2 MB per file.