ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026: Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad, an important centre of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has released the SAC Recruitment 2026 notification for 48 temporary research posts. The vacancies include Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Research Associate (RA), and Project Scientist-I (PS-I) posts across 16 post codes. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online from 10 September 2026 to 30 September 2026 through the official SAC recruitment portal.
ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026: Overview
- Recruiting Organisation: Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad, ISRO
- Advertisement No.: SAC: 02:2026
- Total Vacancies: 48
- Posts: JRF, Research Associate and Project Scientist-I
- Nature of Posts: Temporary and project-based
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Fee: No fee
- Application Start Date: 10 September 2026
- Last Date: 30 September 2026, up to 5:00 PM
- Official Website: sac.gov.in
ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
There are 48 vacancies across 16 post codes. The posts are divided into JRF, RA and PS-I categories.
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF): 33 posts
- Post Code 01: 3
- Post Code 02: 7
- Post Code 03: 5
- Post Code 04: 10
- Post Code 05: 2
- Post Code 06: 4
- Post Code 07: 2
- Research Associate (RA): 8 posts
- Post Code 08: 6
- Post Code 09: 1
- Post Code 10: 1
- Project Scientist-I (PS-I): 7 posts
- Post Code 11: 1
- Post Code 12: 1
- Post Code 13: 1
- Post Code 14: 1
- Post Code 15: 2
- Post Code 16: 1
The vacancies cover areas such as electronics, VLSI, semiconductor technology, atmospheric sciences, oceanography, geophysics, remote sensing, GIS, computer science, hydrology and related fields. The number of vacancies is provisional and may change according to SAC requirements.
ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026: Educational Qualification
The required qualification depends on the post code. Candidates may need B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, M.Sc or Ph.D. in the relevant subject.
For JRF posts, qualifications include areas such as Electronics and Communication, VLSI, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Earth Sciences, Geo-informatics and Remote Sensing. RA and PS-I posts mainly require relevant Ph.D. or M.E./M.Tech qualifications, depending on the post.
Candidates must also meet the prescribed marks requirement. Where M.E./M.Tech is required, at least 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA is required. Where M.Sc/B.E./B.Tech is prescribed, candidates need at least 65% marks or 6.84 CGPA. Rounding off marks is not allowed.
JRF Additional Requirement
Candidates applying for JRF posts under Post Codes 01 to 07 must also have qualified a valid national-level test such as CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or certain national-level examinations conducted by Central Government departments/agencies/institutions. The result or score card must be valid on 30 September 2026.
Age Limit
The maximum age is different for the two groups:
- JRF (Post Codes 01–07): 28 years
- RA/PS-I (Post Codes 08–16): 35 years
The age is calculated as on 30 September 2026. Age relaxation is available to eligible reserved-category and other candidates according to Government of India rules.
ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026: Salary Criteria
The monthly fellowship/associateship amount is:
- JRF: ₹37,000 per month + HRA for the first and second year
- JRF: ₹42,000 per month + HRA for subsequent years
- Project Scientist-I: ₹56,000 per month + HRA
- Research Associate Level 1: ₹58,000 per month + HRA
- Research Associate Level 2: ₹61,000 per month + HRA
- Research Associate Level 3: ₹67,000 per month + HRA
These are temporary project-based positions and do not provide a claim to regular appointment in ISRO or the Department of Space.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for any post or category under ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026.
ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
The selection process is interview-based. If SAC receives a large number of applications, candidates may first be shortlisted based on their academic records and subject specialization.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
- The interview schedule will be published on the SAC website.
- Interview call letters will be sent to shortlisted candidates by email.
- The final selection panel will be prepared based on interview performance.
How to Apply for ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official SAC website
- Register on the recruitment portal.
- Fill in the application form carefully.
- Upload a recent colour passport-size photograph.
- Upload your signature in the prescribed format.
- Upload the required educational and category/PwBD documents, wherever applicable.
- Check all details carefully because corrections are not allowed after submission.
- Submit the application before 5:00 PM on 30 September 2026.
- Note the application number and take a printout of the application summary for future reference.
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ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
- Notification Date: 10 September 2026
- Application Starts: 10 September 2026 at 10:00 AM
- Last Date to Apply: 30 September 2026 at 5:00 PM
- Age & Qualification Cut-off: 30 September 2026
- Interview Schedule: To be published on the SAC website
Important Links
- Notification PDF: Click Here
- Official Website: sac.gov.in
Candidates should check the official SAC website regularly because any addendum, update or corrigendum related to the recruitment will be published there.
ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026: FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026?
There are 48 vacancies for JRF, Research Associate and Project Scientist-I posts across 16 post codes.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for SAC Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 30 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
Q3. Is there any application fee?
No. There is no application fee for any post or category.
