The Space Applications Centre of ISRO, Ahmedabad, has released ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026 for 48 posts, comprising 33 Junior Research Fellow (JRF), 8 Research Associate (RA) and 7 Project Scientist-I (PS-I) vacancies. The posts cover a wide range of specialisations including Semiconductor/RF & Microwave, VLSI, Photonics, Atmospheric Sciences, Geo-physics, Computer Science and Remote Sensing.
Candidates applying for ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026 need an M.E./M.Tech or M.Sc in the relevant discipline along with a valid CSIR-UGC NET, GATE or equivalent national-level exam score for JRF posts, while RA and PS-I posts generally require a Ph.D. or equivalent research experience. Since there is no application fee, eligible candidates should apply online without delay, as the last date falls quite close to the notification date.
Overview of ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026
Particulars
Details
Organisation
Space Applications Centre (SAC), ISRO
Posts
JRF (33), Research Associate (8), Project Scientist-I (7)
Total Vacancies
48
Application Mode
Online
Application Window
10 to 30 September 2026 (1700 hrs)
Official Website
sac.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria
JRF: M.E./M.Tech (60% marks) or M.Sc (65% marks) in the relevant discipline, plus a valid CSIR-UGC NET, GATE or national-level examination score.
Research Associate: Ph.D. in the relevant field, or M.E./M.Tech with 3+ years’ research/teaching experience and at least one SCI-listed publication.
Project Scientist-I: Ph.D. or M.E./M.Tech, depending on the specific post code.
Age Limit (as on 30.09.2026): JRF maximum 28 years; RA/PS-I maximum 35 years, with relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC-NCL.
Salary
Position
Monthly Emoluments
JRF (Years 1–2)
Rs. 37,000 + HRA
JRF (Subsequent)
Rs. 42,000 + HRA
Project Scientist-I
Rs. 56,000 + HRA
Research Associate
Rs. 58,000 – Rs. 67,000 + HRA (by level)
Selection Process
Shortlisting (if required) based on academic record and subject specialisation.
Personal interview.
Selection panel prepared based on interview performance only; no written test is conducted.
Application Fee
No application fee is required for any category.
How to Apply for ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026
Visit sac.gov.in or career.sac.gov.in.
Register on the recruitment portal between 10 and 30 September 2026.
Complete the online application form with your academic and research details.
Upload your photograph, signature and qualification documents (each under 1MB).
Submit before 30 September 2026, 1700 hrs.
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Q1: How many total vacancies are there in ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026?
A: A total of 48 vacancies are notified — 33 JRF, 8 Research Associate and 7 Project Scientist-I posts.
Q2: What score is required for the JRF post?
A: JRF candidates need a valid CSIR-UGC NET, GATE or national-level examination score along with the relevant M.E./M.Tech or M.Sc degree.
Q3: Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
A: No, there is no application fee for any category.
Q4: What is the tenure for the JRF post?
A: The JRF tenure is initially 1 year, extendable up to a maximum of 5 years.
Q5: What is the last date to apply online?
A: The online application window closes on 30 September 2026 at 1700 hrs.
Research scholars and postgraduates in physics, electronics, atmospheric sciences and related disciplines should apply for ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026 well before the 30 September deadline.
