ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 48 Posts

ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026 Overview

The Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad, a part of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has announced recruitment for temporary positions. Applications are invited for Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Research Associate (RA), and Project Scientist-I posts.

The online application portal is open from 1000 hours on 10.09.2026 to 1700 hours on 30.09.2026.

Job Highlights

Organization: Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad, ISRO

Posts: Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Research Associate (RA), Project Scientist-I

Total Vacancies: 48

Application Mode: Online

Last Date to Apply: 30.09.2026

Important Dates

Candidates must ensure their results or scorecards are valid by the closing date of application, 30.09.2026.

Vacancy Details

A total of 48 vacancies are available for various posts:

Note: Vacancy numbers for some posts are not specified in the provided text.

Eligibility Criteria

The essential qualifications vary for each post. Candidates must meet the specified educational requirements.

• Junior Research Fellow (Post Code 01): M.E./M.Tech. in Semiconductor Technology/Quantum/Micro or Nano Electronic devices/RF & Microwave or related disciplines. Work involves superconducting receiver front-ends at millimeter wave, mathematical device modeling, circuit simulations, and cryogenic testing.
• Junior Research Fellow (Post Code 02): M.E./M.Tech. in Electronics & Communication/Micro-Electronics/Nano-Electronics/Digital Electronics/VLSI/Digital System Engineering/Embedded System/Signal Processing/Semiconductor or related disciplines. Work involves mixed-signal/digital ASIC designs, RF circuit design, and verification.
• Junior Research Fellow (Post Code 03): B.E./B.Tech. or M.Sc. in Physics/Applied Physics/Photonics/Optoelectronics/Optics/Material Science/Engineering Physics or related disciplines.
• Junior Research Fellow (Post Code 04): M.E./M.Tech./M.Sc. in Atmospheric Science/Meteorology/Physical Oceanography/Oceanography/Physical Science/Physics/Applied Physics/Mathematics or related disciplines.
• Junior Research Fellow (Post Code 05): M.E./M.Tech. in Geo-Physics/Geo-Science/Earth Science/Geo-technical Engineering or related disciplines.
• Junior Research Fellow (Post Code 06): M.E./M.Tech. in Physics/Applied Physics or related disciplines.
• Junior Research Fellow (Post Code 07): M.E./M.Tech. in Geo-Informatics/Remote Sensing and GIS or related disciplines.
• Research Associate (Post Code 08): Ph.D. in Ocean Science/Marine Science/Environmental Modeling/Atmospheric Science/Meteorology/Earth System Science/Physics or related disciplines. OR M.E./M.Tech. in Oceanography/Physical Oceanography/Atmospheric Science/Meteorology/Marine Science/Environmental Modeling or related disciplines.
• Research Associate (Post Code 09): Ph.D. in Mathematics/Physics or related disciplines.
• Project Scientist-I (Post Code 11): Ph.D. in Geophysics/Applied Geophysics or related disciplines.
• Project Scientist-I (Post Code 12): Ph.D. in Ecology/Environmental Science/Forestry or related disciplines.

Age Limit

Upper age relaxation is applicable for candidates belonging to reserved categories as per Government of India rules.

Specific age limits are not mentioned in the provided text.

Application Fee

Not specified in the official notification.

Salary / Pay Scale

The emoluments for the selected candidates are as follows:

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Scientist-I:
  • First & Second Year: ₹37,000/- per month + HRA
  • Subsequent Years: ₹42,000/- per month + HRA
• Research Associate - 1: ₹58,000/- per month + HRA
• Research Associate - 2: ₹61,000/- per month + HRA
• Research Associate - 3: ₹67,000/- per month + HRA

The Associateship amount for Research Associates will be fixed based on qualification and experience. HRA will be paid at prescribed rates if hostel accommodation is not provided. Medical benefits for self will be allowed as per rules. The fellowship amount will be considered as Basic Pay for these purposes.

Selection Process

Meeting the minimum qualification does not automatically make a candidate eligible for selection.

If a large number of applications are received, candidates will be shortlisted for an interview based on their academic records and subject expertise. The decision of the SAC committee will be final.

Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. A list of shortlisted candidates will be published on the SAC website.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the official recruitment portal. The portal will be active from 10.09.2026 to 30.09.2026.

Documents Required

Candidates should have their qualified examination result/scorecard ready, which must be valid on the closing date of the online application (30.09.2026).

Other specific documents required for application are not detailed in the provided text.

Important Instructions

• Applications must be submitted online only.
• Candidates selected will not be entitled to benefits or concessions admissible to regular employees.
• Leave and other benefits will be granted as per extant DOS/GOI rules.

FAQs

What is the last date to apply for ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026?

The last date to apply online is 30.09.2026.

How many vacancies are available in ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026?

There are a total of 48 vacancies for Junior Research Fellow, Research Associate, and Project Scientist-I posts.

What is the application fee for ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026?

The application fee is not specified in the official notification.

What is the salary for Junior Research Fellow posts?

For the first and second year, the salary is ₹37,000/- per month + HRA, and for subsequent years, it is ₹42,000/- per month + HRA.

How will candidates be selected for these posts?

Candidates will be shortlisted based on academic records and subject expertise, followed by an interview.

Official Notification & Apply Online

Official Website → Click Here

Notification PDF → Click Here

Apply Online → Not specified in the official notification.