The ISRO ICRB Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released on 27th July 2026 by the ISRO Centralised Recruitment Board (ICRB) under Advertisement No. ISRO:ICRB:01(A-JPA):2026. This notification is for the recruitment of 267 vacancies for the posts of Assistant, Junior Personal Assistant (JPA), Upper Division Clerk (UDC), and Stenographer. The online application process began on 27th July 2026 and will remain open until 16th August 2026. The tentative date of Writtten Test/CBT – 21.09.2026.
The notification has been issued vide Advt No. ISRO:ICRB:01(A-JPA):2026 dated 27 July 2026. All the details related to ISRO Recruitment 2026, including vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, pay scale, and how to apply, are given below.
ISRO ICRB Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space |
| Recruiting Body | ISRO Centralised Recruitment Board (ICRB) |
| Advertisement No. | ISRO:ICRB:01(A-JPA):2026 dated 27-07-2026 |
| Post Names | Assistant, Junior Personal Assistant (JPA), Upper Division Clerk (UDC), Stenographer |
| Total Vacancies | 267 |
| Pay Level | Level 4 of Pay Matrix |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Registration Start Date | 27th July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 16th August 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Exam Date | Tentative date of Writtten Test/CBT – 21.09.2026 |
| Official Website | www.isro.gov.in |
ISRO ICRB Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 27 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | To be checked on official website |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 16 August 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 16 August 2026 |
| Tentative date of Writtten Test/CBT | 21.09.2026 |
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ISRO ICRB Vacancy Revisd
ISRO has announced a total of 242 vacancies for Assistant, JPA, UDC, and Stenographer posts across seven zones/centres previously. Now the vacancy is revised. Check revised notice pdf here.
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ISRO ICRB Vacancy 2026
Total of 267 vacancies for the posts of Assistant, Upper Division Clerk (UDC), Junior Personal Assistant (JPA), and Stenographer have been announced by the Indian Space Research Organisation.
| Post | Total Vacancy | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
| Assistant | 135 | 54 | 18 | 25 | 18 | 20 |
| Junior Personal Assistant (JPA) | 81 | 50 | 11 | 08 | 05 | 07 |
| Upper Division Clerk | 23 | 09 | 5 | 04 | 02 | 03 |
| Stenographer | 10 | 08 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 00 |
| Assistant For Filling Up at Autonomous Institutions Under the Department of Space | 17 | 09 | 04 | 01 | 02 | 01 |
| Junior Personal Assistant For Filling Up at Autonomous Institutions Under the Department of Space | 1 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
ISRO Vacancy 2026- Zone-wise
Post Name – Assistant
| Zone | Total Vacancy | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
| Ahmedabad | 27 | 10 | 06 | 02 | 07 | 02 |
| Bengaluru | 28 | 14 | 04 | 03 | 06 | 01 |
| Hassan | 01 | 01 | — | — | — | — |
| Hyderabad | 13 | 07 | — | 02 | 01 | 03 |
| Mahendragiri | 07 | 04 | 01 | 02 | — | — |
| New Delhi | 01 | 01 | — | — | — | — |
| Sriharikota | 32 | 08 | 06 | 09 | 03 | 06 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 26 | 09 | 01 | 07 | 01 | 08 |
| Total | 135 | 54 | 18 | 25 | 18 | 20 |
Post Name – Junior Personal Assistant (JPA)
| Zone | Total Vacancy | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
| Ahmedabad | 21 | 11 | 04 | 01 | 03 | 02 |
| Bengaluru | 19 | 12 | 03 | 02 | 01 | 01 |
| Hassan | 02 | 02 | — | — | — | — |
| Hyderabad | 02 | 02 | — | — | — | — |
| Mahendragiri | 02 | 02 | — | — | — | — |
| Sriharikota | 14 | 09 | 01 | 02 | 01 | 01 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 21 | 12 | 03 | 03 | 03 | |
| Total | 81 | 50 | 11 | 08 | 05 | 07 |
Post Name – Upper Division Clerk
| Zone | Total Vacancy | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
| Bengaluru | 23 | 09 | 05 | 04 | 02 | 03 |
Post Name – Stenographer
| Zone | Total Vacancy | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
| Bengaluru | 10 | 08 | 01 | — | 01 | — |
Assistant (Autonomous Institutions)
| Zone | Total Vacancy | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
| Ahmedabad | 11 | 05 | 03 | — | 02 | 01 |
| Sriharikota | 03 | 02 | — | 01 | — | — |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 03 | 02 | 01 | — | — | — |
Junior Personal Assistant (Autonomous)
| Zone | Total Vacancy | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
| Ahmedabad | 01 | 01 | — | — | — | — |
ISRO Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF Download
The ISRO Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF (Advt No. ISRO:ICRB:01(A-JPA):2026 dated 27-07-2026) is now released on the official website. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), under the Department of Space, Government of India, is engaged in the design, development, and launch of Launch Vehicles and Communication/Remote Sensing Satellites. Candidates should download the notification PDF to check all the details. The direct link to download the ISRO Notification 2026 PDF is provided below.
How to Apply for ISRO Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply for ISRO Recruitment 2026 only through the official ISRO website. Follow the step-by-step process below to complete the online application.
- Step 1: Visit the official website www.isro.gov.in and access the online application portal.
- Step 2: Register using a valid and mandatory e-mail ID and mobile number.
- Step 3: Log in and fill in personal, educational, and other required details.
- Step 4: Select the post(s) and zone(s) — candidates may apply for different posts under the same or different zones, but cannot apply for the same post in different zones.
- Step 5: Upload a recent colour passport-size photograph and signature in .jpg/.jpeg format, along with SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen certificates wherever applicable.
- Step 6: Pay the requisite processing fee online through the Bharatkosh e-payment gateway.
- Step 7: Check all entered details carefully before submitting the application form.
- Step 8: Submit the application and preserve the online Registration Number for future reference.
ISRO Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
Candidates must pay a processing fee of ₹500/- per application uniformly at the time of submission. Of this, an application fee of ₹100/- per post applies, with the balance refunded (in full or after the ₹100/- deduction, as applicable) to candidates who appear in the Written Test/CBT.
| Post Combination | Processing Fee |
|---|---|
| Assistant/UDC (ISRO & Autonomous Bodies) | ₹500/- |
| Junior Personal Assistant/Stenographer (ISRO & Autonomous Bodies) | ₹500/- |
| Assistant/UDC & JPA/Stenographer (combined) | ₹1,000/- |
- Fee is payable only via Bharatkosh e-Payment gateway — Internet Banking, UPI, or Domestic Debit Cards.
- Women, SC/ST/PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates who are exempted from the application fee get a full refund of the processing fee (subject to appearing in the Written Test/CBT).
- All other candidates get a refund after deduction of ₹100/- per applied post.
- No refund is considered if a candidate fails to appear in the Written Test/CBT.
ISRO Recruitment 2026 Eligibility
Candidates must meet the educational qualification and age limit prescribed by ISRO/ICRB before applying.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant / Upper Division Clerk (Post No. 1, 3 & 5) | Graduation with minimum 60% marks or CGPA of 6.32 (10-point scale) from a recognized university, completed within the stipulated course duration, AND proficiency in the use of computers |
| Junior Personal Assistant / Stenographer (Post No. 2, 4 & 6) | Graduation with minimum 60% marks or CGPA of 6.32 (10-point scale) AND a minimum speed of 60 w.p.m. in English Stenography AND proficiency in computers; OR Diploma in Commercial/Secretarial Practice with minimum 60% marks or CGPA of 6.32, plus one year of experience as Steno-Typist/Stenographer |
Note: Where a university mentions both CGPA and percentage on the certificate/mark-sheet, at least one criterion must meet the eligibility norm. Where only CGPA is mentioned, conversion to percentage is not permitted to determine eligibility, and vice versa.
What is the Age Limit for ISRO ICRB Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 28 years as on 16.08.2026 (31 years for OBC candidates and 33 years for SC/ST candidates, wherever posts are reserved). Age relaxation is applicable for serving government employees, Ex-Servicemen, Persons with Disabilities, meritorious sportspersons, and widowed/divorced/judicially separated women (not remarried) as per Government of India orders.
| Category | Eligible if born on or after |
|---|---|
| UR/EWS | 17.08.1998 |
| OBC | 17.08.1995 |
| SC/ST | 17.08.1993 |
ISRO Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for ISRO Recruitment 2026 comprises a Written Test followed by a Skill Test, and differs slightly for the two post groups.
| Stage | Assistant / UDC (Post 1, 3 & 5) | JPA / Stenographer (Post 2, 4 & 6) |
|---|---|---|
| Written Test | Single objective-type paper, 150 minutes | Single objective-type paper, 150 minutes |
| Qualifying Marks | 50% (UR), 40% (reserved categories) | 50% (UR), 40% (reserved categories) |
| Skill Test | Computer Literacy Test | Computer Literacy Test + Stenography Test |
| Skill Test Passing Marks | 60% (UR), 50% (reserved categories) | Computer Literacy: 60% (UR)/50% (reserved); Stenography: max 10% mistakes (UR)/12% (reserved) |
| Final Selection | Based on Written Test marks among those who qualify the Skill Test | Based on Written Test marks among those who qualify the Skill Test |
Shortlisting for the Skill Test is done in a ratio of 1:5 (maximum) to the category-wise number of vacancies, with a minimum of 10 candidates. In case of a tie in Written Test marks, tie-breakers are applied based on marks in a specific section, followed by date of birth (older candidate placed higher).
ISRO Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
For Assistant/UDC (150 minutes, objective type, +1/-0.25 marking):
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General English | 50 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability | 50 | 50 |
| General Knowledge | 50 | 50 |
For JPA/Stenographer (150 minutes, objective type, +1/-0.25 marking):
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language & Comprehension | 100 | 100 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability | 50 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude & General Knowledge | 50 | 50 |
Skill Test (on Computer): Covers MS Word (35 marks), MS Excel (35 marks), and MS PowerPoint (30 marks), with a duration of 75 minutes.
Stenography Test (for JPA/Stenographer): Shorthand dictation of 300 words at 60 words per minute (5 minutes), followed by transcription on computer (30 minutes). Pitman’s shorthand is required; longhand is not permitted.
The Written Test will be conducted at 38 venues across India, including Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, Patna, Pune, and Thiruvananthapuram, among others.
Important Dates
| Particulars | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening Date for Online Registration | 27th July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Closing Date for Online Registration | 16th August 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Last Date for Payment of Application Fee | 16th August 2026 |
| Answer Key Publication | Within 3 working days of the Written Test |
| Objection Window for Answer Keys | Within 5 days of publication |
ISRO Recruitment 2026 Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed as Assistant/Junior Personal Assistant/Upper Division Clerk/Stenographer in Level 4 of the Pay Matrix, with a minimum basic pay of ₹25,500/- per month. In addition, Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance are payable as per extant rules. Employees are covered under the New Pension Scheme, and are also eligible for medical facilities, subsidised canteen facility, limited quarters facility (in lieu of HRA), Leave Travel Concession, Group Insurance, and House Building Advance as per Central Government orders.
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced under ISRO Recruitment 2026?
Ans. ISRO Recruitment 2026 has been announced for 244 vacancies for Assistant, Junior Personal Assistant, Upper Division Clerk, and Stenographer posts.
Q2. What are the ISRO Recruitment 2026 Apply Online dates?
Ans. The online registration began on 27th July 2026 (10:00 AM) and will close on 16th August 2026 (11:55 PM).
Q3. What is the selection process for ISRO Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The selection process includes a Written Test followed by a Skill Test (Computer Literacy Test, and additionally a Stenography Test for JPA/Stenographer posts).
Q4. What is the application fee for ISRO Recruitment 2026?
Ans. All candidates pay a uniform processing fee of ₹500/- per application (₹1,000/- for a combined Assistant/UDC and JPA/Stenographer application), out of which ₹100/- per post is the non-refundable application fee.
Q5. What is the age limit for ISRO Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The age limit is 28 years as on 16.08.2026, with relaxation to 31 years for OBC and 33 years for SC/ST candidates against reserved posts.
Q6. What is the salary for ISRO Assistant/JPA/UDC/Stenographer posts?
Ans. Selected candidates will draw a minimum basic pay of ₹25,500/- per month in Level 4 of the Pay Matrix, along with DA, HRA, and Transport Allowance.
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