ISRO Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 244 Assistant, JPA, UDC & Stenographer Posts
Indian Space Research Organisation Centralised Recruitment Board (ICRB)
Official notification banner for ISRO Recruitment 2026[cite: 1].
Notification Overview: The Indian Space Research Organisation Centralised Recruitment Board has officially announced the ISRO Recruitment 2026[cite: 1]. Eligible candidates can explore more central government notifications on Rozgar360 Jobs Portal. A total of 244 vacancies are open for online applications under this ISRO recruitment drive across constituent centers and autonomous bodies[cite: 1].
ISRO Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights
| Advertisement No. | ISRO:ICRB:01(A-JPA):2026 (Dated: 27-07-2026)[cite: 1] |
| Recruitment Board | Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO / DOS)[cite: 1] |
| Total Post Count | 244 Posts |
| Pay Scale / Salary | Level 4 of Pay Matrix (Basic Pay: ₹25,500/- p.m. + DA, HRA, Transport Allowance)[cite: 1] |
| Application Mode | Online Mode Only[cite: 1] |
| Job Location | All India (Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Hassan, Hyderabad, Sriharikota, Thiruvananthapuram, Mahendragiri, etc.) |
ISRO Recruitment 2026: Name of the Post & Details
| Post No. | Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Post No. 1 | Assistant (ISRO Centres/Units) | 113 |
| Post No. 2 | Junior Personal Assistant (JPA) | 81 |
| Post No. 3 | Upper Division Clerk (UDC – Bengaluru) | 22 |
| Post No. 4 | Stenographer (Bengaluru) | 10 |
| Post No. 5 | Assistant (Autonomous Institutions under DOS) | 17 |
| Post No. 6 | Junior Personal Assistant (Autonomous Institutions) | 01 |
| Total ISRO Vacancies: | 244 | |
ISRO Recruitment 2026: Educational Qualification
ISRO Assistant & UDC Eligibility (Posts 1, 3 & 5)
- Graduation with a minimum of 60% marks or 6.32 CGPA on a 10-point scale from any recognized University.
- Degree must have been completed within the prescribed course duration.
- Proficiency in the use of Computers.
ISRO JPA & Stenographer Eligibility (Posts 2, 4 & 6)
- Graduation (min 60% / 6.32 CGPA) OR Diploma in Commercial/Secretarial Practice (min 60% / 6.32 CGPA).
- 1-year experience as Steno-Typist / Stenographer.
- Minimum speed of 60 w.p.m. in English Stenography.
- Proficiency in computer usage.
ISRO Recruitment 2026 Age Limit (as on 16-08-2026)
- UR / EWS Candidates: 28 Years (Born on or after 17-08-1998)
- OBC Candidates: 31 Years (Born on or after 17-08-1995)
- SC / ST Candidates: 33 Years (Born on or after 17-08-1993)
- Age relaxation is admissible for PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and Govt Employees as per Central Govt orders.
Application Fee & Refund Policy
- Processing Fee: ₹500/- uniform initial charge per application.
- Application Fee: ₹100/- for General, OBC, and EWS candidates.
- Refund on Appearing Written Test / CBT:
- Female / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: Full ₹500 Refund.
- Other Candidates: ₹400 Refund (after deducting ₹100 fee).
- Payment Gateway: Online via Bharatkosh e-Payment (UPI, Net Banking, Debit Card).
ISRO Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Opening Date of Online Application | 27 July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date of Online Application & Fee Payment | 16 August 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Date of the Examination (Written Test / CBT) | To be announced soon (Call letter via Registered Email) |
ISRO Recruitment 2026: Important Links
| Online Application Form | Apply Online |
| Official Site Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Visit Official Portal |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – ISRO Recruitment 2026
Q1: How many total vacancies are released in ISRO Recruitment 2026?
A: A total of 244 vacancies are released for Assistant, JPA, UDC, and Stenographer positions across India[cite: 1].
Q2: Can I apply for more than one post in ISRO Recruitment 2026?
A: Yes, candidates can apply for multiple posts across zones, but cannot apply for the exact same post in different zones.
Q3: What is the selection process for the ISRO Recruitment 2026 drive?
A: Selection comprises a Single Objective Written Test (150 minutes duration) followed by a Skill Test (Computer Literacy / Stenography Test).
Q4: Is the examination processing fee refunded to candidates?
A: Yes. Candidates appearing in the written test/CBT receive a refund (Full ₹500 for Women/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen, and ₹400 for General/OBC/EWS).