ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 97 Posts
The Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (SDSC SHAR), Sriharikota, under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space, Government of India, has released Advertisement No. SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026 for 97 vacancies in posts such as Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant, Nurse, Technician, Draughtsman, Fireman, Driver and Multi-Tasking Staff. Eligible candidates with 10Th, ITI/NTC/NAC, Diploma, B.Sc, Graduation or Post Graduation qualifications can apply online from 19 October 2026 to 09 November 2026.
ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (SDSC SHAR), ISRO, Department of Space |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026 dated 19-10-2026 |
| Post Name | Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant 'A', Nurse 'B', Technician 'B', Draughtsman 'B', Fireman 'A', Light Vehicle Driver 'A', Heavy Vehicle Driver 'A', Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) |
| Total Vacancies | 97 Posts (Post Codes 07 to 30) |
| Pay Level | Level 1 to Level 7 (7th CPC) |
| Job Location | SDSC SHAR Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh), Propellant Complex Rasayani, Raigad (Maharashtra), BRLS Balasore (Odisha), ADRIN Secunderabad (Telangana) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | shar.gov.in |
Important Dates – ISRO SDSC SHAR 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 19 October 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply (including fee payment) | 09 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Written Test Date | To be Notified |
| Skill Test Date | To be Notified |
ISRO SDSC SHAR Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Code | Post | Discipline | Pay Level | Vacancies | Reservation Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 | Technical Assistant | Mechanical Engineering | 7 | 7 | UR-01, OBC-01, SC-02, ST-02, EWS-01 (1 post identified for PwBD-HH) |
| 08 | Technical Assistant | Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 7 | 1 | OBC-01 |
| 09 | Technical Assistant | Computer Science & Engineering | 7 | 1 | UR-01 |
| 10 | Technical Assistant | Electronics & Communication Engineering | 7 | 3 | UR-02, SC-01 |
| 11 | Technical Assistant | Civil Engineering | 7 | 2 | OBC-01, EWS-01 |
| 12 | Scientific Assistant | Physics | 7 | 2 | UR-01, OBC-01 |
| 13 | Scientific Assistant | Fine Arts (Photography) / Visual Arts (Cinematography) | 7 | 1 | SC-01 |
| 14 | Library Assistant 'A' | Library Science | 7 | 3 | OBC-01, SC-01, EWS-01 |
| 15 | Nurse 'B' | Nursing | 7 | 3 | UR-01, SC-01, EWS-01 |
| 16 | Technician 'B' | Electrician | 3 | 5 | UR-02, OBC-01, SC-02 |
| 17 | Technician 'B' | Chemical | 3 | 3 | UR-02, EWS-01 |
| 18 | Technician 'B' | Fitter | 3 | 17 | UR-05, OBC-08, SC-02, EWS-02 (1 post identified for PwBD-HH) |
| 19 | Technician 'B' | Electronic Mechanic | 3 | 12 | UR-04, OBC-06, EWS-02 |
| 20 | Technician 'B' | Boiler Attendant (PCR Unit, Rasayani) | 3 | 2 | UR-02 |
| 21 | Technician 'B' | Turner | 3 | 1 | UR-01 |
| 22 | Technician 'B' | Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (R & AC) | 3 | 1 | UR-01 |
| 23 | Technician 'B' | Civil Engineering Assistant | 3 | 1 | OBC-01 |
| 24 | Technician 'B' | Photography / Digital Photography | 3 | 1 | UR-01 |
| 25 | Draughtsman 'B' | Civil | 3 | 1 | UR-01 |
| 26 | Fireman 'A' | Fireman | 2 | 2 | SC-01, ST-01 |
| 27 | Light Vehicle Driver 'A' | Light Vehicle Driver | 2 | 1 | OBC-01 |
| 28 | Heavy Vehicle Driver 'A' | Heavy Vehicle Driver | 2 | 7 | UR-03, OBC-02, SC-01, EWS-01 |
| 29 | Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | Multi-Tasking Staff | 1 | 16 | UR-06, OBC-04, SC-03, ST-01, EWS-02 |
| 30 | Light Vehicle Driver 'A' (ADRIN, Secunderabad) | Light Vehicle Driver | 2 | 4 | UR-03, OBC-01 (1 UR post identified for Ex-Servicemen) |
| Total | 97 | 7 posts across Post Codes 16 to 28 are identified for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) |
- Post Codes 10, 16, 17, 18 and 19: Vacancies are available at two locations – SDSC SHAR Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh) and Propellant Complex Rasayani, Raigad (Maharashtra).
- Post Code 12: SDSC SHAR Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh) and BRLS Balasore (Odisha).
- Post Code 20: Propellant Complex Rasayani, Raigad (Maharashtra).
- Post Code 30: ADRIN, Secunderabad (Telangana).
- All remaining posts are at SDSC SHAR, Sriharikota.
- Candidates applying for Post Codes 10, 12, 16, 17, 18 and 19 must give their order of preference for place of posting. Posting is decided on a merit-cum-preference basis and cannot be changed later.
- For Post Codes 07 and 18, if a suitable PwBD (Hard of Hearing) candidate is not available, the post will be left vacant and carried forward.
- If Ex-Servicemen are not available, the vacancy will be filled by candidates of the identified vertical reservation category.
- Selected candidates are liable to be posted to any ISRO / Department of Space centre or unit and have all-India transfer liability.
Eligibility Criteria for ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification
| Post Code | Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| 07 to 11 | Technical Assistant | First Class Diploma (minimum 3 years) in the relevant branch: Mechanical / Electrical or Electrical & Electronics / Computer Science & Engineering / Electronics & Communication / Civil Engineering from a recognised University or Institution |
| 12 | Scientific Assistant (Physics) | First Class B.Sc. with Physics as main subject and Mathematics & Chemistry as ancillary subjects |
| 13 | Scientific Assistant (Fine Arts) | First Class Bachelor of Fine Arts (Photography) / Visual Arts (Cinematography) |
| 14 | Library Assistant 'A' | Graduation in First Class and First Class Master's Degree in Library Science / Library & Information Science or equivalent |
| 15 | Nurse 'B' | First Class Diploma in Nursing (not less than 3 years) recognised by State / Central Government; registered with the State Nursing Council |
| 16 | Technician 'B' (Electrician) | SSLC / SSC pass + ITI / NTC / NAC in Electrician trade from NCVT |
| 17 | Technician 'B' (Chemical) | SSLC / SSC pass + ITI / NTC / NAC from NCVT in Chemical, Attendant Operator (Chemical), Instrument Mechanic (Chemical), Maintenance Mechanic (Chemical Plant) or Laboratory Assistant (Chemical) |
| 18, 19, 21 to 24 | Technician 'B' (Fitter, Electronic Mechanic, Turner, R & AC, Civil Engineering Assistant, Photography / Digital Photography) | SSLC / SSC pass + ITI / NTC / NAC in the respective trade from NCVT |
| 20 | Technician 'B' (Boiler Attendant) | SSLC / SSC pass + NAC in Boiler Attendant trade from NCVT with First Class Boiler Attendant certificate |
| 25 | Draughtsman 'B' (Civil) | SSLC / SSC pass + ITI / NTC / NAC in Draughtsman (Civil) trade from NCVT |
| 26 | Fireman 'A' | Pass in SSLC / SSC / Matric / 10th Std. and must satisfy the prescribed physical fitness and endurance test standards |
| 27 and 30 | Light Vehicle Driver 'A' | 10th pass, 3 years experience as Light Vehicle Driver and a valid LVD licence |
| 28 | Heavy Vehicle Driver 'A' | 10th pass, 5 years driving experience (minimum 3 years as Heavy Vehicle Driver, remaining in light motor vehicles), valid HVD licence and Public Service Badge, if statutory |
| 29 | Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | Matriculation / SSLC / SSC or equivalent pass |
- Essential qualifications must be possessed / valid / issued as on the last date of receipt of applications, i.e. 09-11-2026.
- For Post Codes 27, 28 and 30, the prescribed experience must be after obtaining a valid driving licence and must be certified by Government / Semi-Government agencies, registered companies, societies or trusts. Certificates from individuals and part-time experience are not accepted.
- Heavy Vehicle Driver applicants from States / UTs where the Public Service Badge is not mandatory must obtain it within 3 months of joining, as it is mandatory in Andhra Pradesh.
- Only Indian nationals can apply.
Age Limit (As on 09-11-2026)
| Post Codes | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| 07 to 25, 27, 28 and 30 | 18 – 35 Years |
| 26 (Fireman 'A') and 29 (MTS) | 18 – 25 Years |
- SC / ST: 5 years relaxation in upper age limit against posts reserved for these categories.
- OBC: 3 years relaxation in upper age limit against posts reserved for OBC.
- Ex-Servicemen, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD with at least 40% disability), Central Government employees and Meritorious Sportspersons get relaxation as per Government of India orders.
ISRO SDSC SHAR Salary Structure 2026
Selected candidates will be paid as per the 7th Central Pay Commission pay levels below, along with DA, HRA and Transport Allowance as per Government of India orders.
| Post Code | Post | Pay Level & Pay Scale | Approx. Gross Pay (at Minimum of Level) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 to 15 | Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant 'A', Nurse 'B' | Level 7: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | ₹71,840 per month |
| 16 to 25 | Technician 'B' / Draughtsman 'B' | Level 3: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 | ₹34,720 per month |
| 26 to 28, 30 | Fireman 'A', Light Vehicle Driver 'A', Heavy Vehicle Driver 'A' | Level 2: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 | ₹31,840 per month |
| 29 | Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | Level 1: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 | ₹28,800 per month |
- Selected candidates will be governed by the National Pension System / Unified Pension Scheme.
- Other benefits include medical facilities for self and dependants, canteen and library facilities, free transport (in lieu of transport allowance), housing facility (in lieu of HRA), Leave Travel Concession, Group Insurance and House Building Advance as per norms.
- The duties include general duties as well as shift / emergency duties on a round-the-clock basis.
Selection Process for ISRO SDSC SHAR 2026
| Post | Stages of Selection |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant 'A', Technician 'B', Draughtsman 'B', Nurse 'B' | Written Test (online CBT) followed by Skill Test (qualifying, go-no-go basis). Final panel is prepared in order of Written Test marks. |
| Fireman 'A' | Written Test, Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Detailed Medical Examination (DME) |
| Light Vehicle Driver 'A' / Heavy Vehicle Driver 'A' | Written Test followed by Skill Test (go-no-go basis, minimum 60% marks) |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | Written Test only |
- Candidates are shortlisted for the Skill Test in a 1:5 ratio (minimum 10 candidates) per category, based on Written Test performance.
- Marks in the Skill Test are not considered for final selection. Tie-breaker: academic marks in the essential qualification, then age (older candidate ranked higher). For MTS: marks in Reasoning ability and Problem solving, then date of birth.
- The Written Test is held in online CBT mode at 18 cities: Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Bhopal, Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Dehradun, Guntur, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Patna, Thiruvananthapuram, Tirupati and Vishakhapatnam, subject to a minimum number of candidates.
ISRO SDSC SHAR Exam Pattern and Syllabus 2026
Written Test Pattern
| Post | Written Test | Skill Test |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant / Scientific Assistant / Library Assistant 'A' / Technician 'B' / Draughtsman 'B' | 80 MCQs in 1.5 hours; +1 for each correct answer, -0.33 for each wrong answer | 100 marks (qualifying only) |
| Nurse 'B' | 80 MCQs, 120 minutes, 80 marks; +1 for each correct answer, -0.33 for each wrong answer | Go-no-go basis (qualifying only) |
| Fireman 'A' | 80 MCQs, 120 minutes, 80 marks; +1 for each correct answer, -0.33 for each wrong answer | PET (go-no-go) and DME |
| Light / Heavy Vehicle Driver 'A' | Parts A to D, 100 questions in 120 minutes; -0.25 for each wrong answer | Go-no-go basis, minimum 60% |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 100 questions in 90 minutes; -0.25 for each wrong answer | Not applicable |
Qualifying Marks
| Posts | Category | Written Test | Skill Test |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant, Technician, Draughtsman | Unreserved | 32 / 80 | 50 / 100 |
| Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant, Technician, Draughtsman | Reserved (if post is reserved) | 24 / 80 | 40 / 100 |
| MTS | Unreserved / EWS | 50% | Not applicable |
| MTS | OBC | 45% | Not applicable |
| MTS | Other reserved categories | 40% | Not applicable |
Driver Posts – Written Test Scheme and Syllabus
| Part | Subject | Questions | Syllabus |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (as amended) | 50 | Sections of the Act, licensing of drivers, registration, control of transport vehicles, control of traffic, insurance, offences, penalties and procedure, mandatory signs, accident claims and claims tribunals |
| B | Elementary English (8th Standard level) | 15 | Synonyms, antonyms, use of correct verbs, fill in the blanks with appropriate words and phrases |
| C | Elementary Arithmetic (10th Standard level) | 15 | Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentage, ratio, average |
| D | General Knowledge | 20 | General knowledge, current affairs, who is who, states and capitals of India, geography of India |
- Drivers must score minimum 50% in Part A and minimum 50% combined in Parts B, C and D. Qualifying marks may be relaxed up to 25% for reserved vacancies if enough candidates are not available.
- MTS subjects: Numerical and Mathematical ability, Reasoning ability and Problem solving, General Awareness, English Language and Comprehension.
- For Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant, Nurse, Technician and Draughtsman posts, the Written Test covers the theoretical and practical knowledge of the relevant discipline. A detailed syllabus is not given in the notification.
Fireman ‘A’ – Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Event | Male (up to 40 yrs) | Female & Transgender (up to 40 yrs) | Male (above 40 yrs) | Female & Transgender (above 40 yrs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 m Run (Stage-I) | 7 minutes | – | 8 minutes | – |
| 800 m Run (Stage-I) | – | 4 minutes | – | 5 minutes |
| Rope Climbing (Stage-II) | 5 m | 4.5 m | 4.5 m | 4 m |
| Fireman's lift, 25 m (60 kg Men / 50 kg Women & Transgender) | 60 seconds | 75 seconds | 75 seconds | 90 seconds |
| Long Jump (best of 3) | 3.8 m | 3.5 m | 3.5 m | 3.2 m |
| 100 m Run | 15 seconds | 17 seconds | 17 seconds | 19 seconds |
- Minimum height: 165 cm (Men), 160 cm (Women & General Transgender), 155 cm (Gorkhas, Hill Tribes, SC & ST).
- Minimum weight: 50 kg (Men), 46 kg (Women & General Transgender), 43 kg (Gorkhas, Hill Tribes, SC & ST); BMI 18–28.
- Candidates must submit a Preliminary Medical Examination (PME) certificate in the prescribed Annexure-A format (valid for 6 months) with the application and a declaration in Annexure-B at the time of PET. PET events are on a go-no-go basis.
ISRO SDSC SHAR Application Fee 2026
| Post Codes | Processing Fee | Refund (only for candidates who appear in the Written Test) |
|---|---|---|
| 07 to 15 | ₹750 | ₹750 (full refund) for Women, SC / ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen; ₹500 refund for all other candidates (net fee ₹250) |
| 16 to 30 | ₹500 | ₹500 (full refund) for Women, SC / ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen; ₹400 refund for all other candidates (net fee ₹100) |
- Fee must be paid online only. No other mode of payment is accepted.
- Candidates must enter bank account details correctly in the application to receive the refund.
- A separate application and fee are required for each Post Code.
How to Apply for ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official website shar.gov.in or apps.shar.gov.in.
- Open the online registration link for Advertisement No. SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026.
- Register with a valid E-mail ID and Mobile Number, and fill in the application details carefully.
- Give the order of preference for place of posting where applicable (Post Codes 10, 12, 16, 17, 18 and 19).
- Upload a recent colour photograph (JPG, up to 40 KB, 110 x 140 pixels) and signature (JPG, up to 20 KB, 200 x 50 pixels).
- Upload qualification documents (up to 1 MB), SC / ST / Disability / Ex-Servicemen certificate if claiming fee refund, and NOC if applicable.
- Pay the processing fee online and submit the application before 09 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
- Note the Registration Number and download the personalised registration confirmation form for future reference.
- Applications without the required documents are treated as invalid. The last submitted application for a Post Code is considered final.
- Original documents (SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwBD certificates, qualification and experience certificates, NOC) must be produced at the Skill Test.
- Queries can be sent to recruit@shar.gov.in. Future updates and corrigenda will be published only on the SDSC SHAR website.
Important Links
Interested Candidates must Read the Full Notification Before Apply
| ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026? ▶
Ans: The last date to submit the online application along with the fee is 09 November 2026 (11:59 PM). Applications received after this date will not be accepted.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026? ▶
Ans: A total of 97 vacancies are available across Post Codes 07 to 30, including 14 Technical Assistant, 3 Scientific Assistant, 3 Library Assistant 'A', 3 Nurse 'B', 43 Technician 'B', 1 Draughtsman 'B', 2 Fireman 'A', 12 Driver and 16 Multi-Tasking Staff posts.
Q3. What is the age limit for ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026? ▶
Ans: The age limit is 18 to 35 years for Post Codes 07 to 25, 27, 28 and 30, and 18 to 25 years for Fireman 'A' and MTS, as on 09 November 2026. Age relaxation applies as per Government of India rules.
Q4. What is the application fee for ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026? ▶
Ans: The processing fee is Rs. 750 for Post Codes 07 to 15 and Rs. 500 for Post Codes 16 to 30. A refund is given to candidates who appear in the Written Test: full refund for Women, SC / ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen, and a partial refund for all others.
Q5. What is the selection process for ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026? ▶
Ans: Most posts are selected through an online Written Test followed by a qualifying Skill Test. Fireman 'A' involves a Written Test, Physical Efficiency Test and Medical Examination, while MTS is selected through the Written Test only.
