JOB SUMMARY

Quick overview of this opportunity

Field
Details
Recruiting Organization
Space Applications Centre (ISRO SAC), Ahmedabad
Post Names
Scientist/Engineer 'SD' and Scientist/Engineer 'SC'
Advt. No.
SAC:01:2026
Total Vacancy
49 Posts
Application Mode
Online (ISRO Live Register + SAC Portal)
Category
Central Govt / Technical (ISRO)
Official Website

IMPORTANT DATES

Official Notification Date

23 Jan 2026
2 weeks ago

Online Application Start

2026-01-23 (10:00 AM)
2 weeks ago

Last Date to Apply Online

2026-02-12 (05:00 PM)
In 2 weeks

Last Date for Fee Payment

12 Feb 2026
In 2 weeks

Written Examination Date

To be notified later

Total Events

5

Upcoming

2

Completed

2

Next Event

Last Date to Apply Online

In 10 days

Mark these dates in your calendar to never miss a deadline! 📅

POST & DISCIPLINE VACANCY BREAKDOWN

Scientist/Engineer 'SD' (Post Codes 01-03)

3 entries

Scientist/Engineer 'SD' (Post Codes 01-03)
Post CodeDiscipline / DomainVacancies
PC 0101RF and Microwave (PhD)02
PC 0202Wireless / Satellite / Digital Comm (PhD)01
PC 0303Agricultural Physics / Meteorology (PhD)01
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Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Post Codes 04-16)

14 entries

Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Post Codes 04-16)
Post CodeDiscipline / BranchVacancies
PC 0404Electronics & Communication (M.Tech)03
PC 0505Electronics (Microelectronics / VLSI / Embedded)10
PC 0606Electronics (Wireless/Satellite/Digital Comm)01
PC 0707Computer Science Engineering (ISRO Centres)07
PC 0808Computer Science Engineering (NESAC)01
PC 0909Power Electronics (M.Tech)04
PC 1010Applied Optics / Optical Engg / Photonics01
PC 1111Civil / Agricultural Engg / Hydrology01
PC 1212Agriculture (M.Sc)06
PC 1313Statistics / Mathematics / Applied Maths01
PC 1414Physical Oceanography (M.Sc)01
PC 1515Marine Biology / Marine Science01
PC 1616Atmospheric Science and Oceanography08
Total-Grand Total49
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APPLICATION FEE & REFUND POLICY

S/E Grade 'SD'

No Application Fee.

S/E Grade 'SC'

₹750 (Paid initially by all candidates).

Full Refund

Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen will receive a full refund of ₹750 after appearing in the written test.

Partial Refund

Other candidates will receive a refund of ₹500 (₹250 retained as processing fee) after appearing in the written test.

Ensure you pay the correct fee for your category before the deadline!

SELECTION PROCESS

Complete Overview4 Stages

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

Your complete selection journey at a glance

1
Stage 1

For Grade 'SD' (Post 01-03)

Initial screening of online applications followed by a direct Personal Interview. Final selection is based 100% on interview performance.

2
Stage 2

For Grade 'SC' (Post 04-16)

Two-level process: Written Test followed by a Personal Interview (1:5 ratio). Final panel is based on 50% weightage to Written Test and 50% to Interview marks.

3
Stage 3

Written Test Structure

  • Part-A: Area-Specific MCQs
  • Part-B: Aptitude MCQs
  • Part-C: Descriptive technical questions (for M.Tech posts only).
4
Stage 4

Tie-Breaking Rules

  • In order of priority: 1. Written Test marks
  • 2. Essential Qualification marks
  • 3. Date of Birth (Older candidates preferred).
4
Stages
1
Exams
0
Interviews
Final
Selection

Preparation Tip

Focus on clearing each stage one at a time. Prepare specifically for each round by understanding its format and requirements.

STEPS TO APPLY ONLINE

4 Steps
1
📌

Live Register

Step 1 of 4

Register or update your details on the ISRO Live Register portal at www.isro.gov.in (Careers tab) by 12 Feb 2026.

2
📌

SAC Portal

Step 2 of 4

Visit careers.sac.gov.in and login to complete the SAC-specific application for the desired post code.

3
📌

Uploads

Step 3 of 4

Upload your photo (max 1MB, 500x500 px), signature (max 1MB, 700x200 px), and certificates (PDF, max 1MB).

4
💳

Payment

Step 4 of 4

Proceed to the Bharatkosh portal to pay the application fee (for SC grade) and submit. Note your Registration Number.

Complete all steps to submit successfully!

IMPORTANT LINKS

Access application forms, notifications, and results

Official PDF

Download Official Notification

Apply Online

ISRO Live Register (Apply)

Official Site

SAC Recruitment Website

All download links are checked and verified.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

Find answers to common questions below

4 FAQs
Answer

The online application portal remains open until 5:00 PM on February 12, 2026.

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