ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026: 97 Posts Including Technical Assistant, Technician, Driver and MTS
Updated: 20 October 2026 |
Category: ISRO / Govt Jobsहिंदी
Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (SDSC SHAR) of ISRO has invited online applications for 97 posts under Advertisement No. SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026. The posts include Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant A, Nurse B, Technician B, Draughtsman B, Fireman A, Drivers and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS). Applications run from 19 October 2026 (10:00 AM) to 9 November 2026 (11:59 PM). Candidates with 10th, ITI, Diploma or Graduate qualifications can apply according to the post code.
Recruitment at a Glance
| Organisation | Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) — SDSC SHAR |
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| Advt No. | SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026 |
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| Notification date | 19 October 2026 |
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| Total posts | 97 |
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| Qualification | 10th pass, ITI/NTC/NAC, Diploma, B.Sc, Graduation, Master's in Library Science or Nursing Diploma (by post) |
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| Age limit | 18–35 years for most posts; 18–25 years for Fireman A and MTS |
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| Pay | Pay Level 1 to Level 7 (by post) |
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| Selection | Written test, skill test or physical efficiency test (by post) |
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| Job locations | Sriharikota, Rasayani, Balasore and Secunderabad (by post code) |
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| Application websites | shar.gov.in, apps.shar.gov.in |
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Please note: Qualification, age, selection stages and posting location differ by post code. You must meet all conditions of your chosen post code by 9 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Notification released | 19 October 2026 |
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| Online application starts | 19 October 2026, 10:00 AM |
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| Last date to apply | 9 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
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| Last date for fee payment | 9 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
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| Age and qualification cut-off | 9 November 2026 |
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| Written test / skill test | To be announced |
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Post-wise Vacancies
| Post name | Vacancies |
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| Technical Assistant | 14 |
| Scientific Assistant | 3 |
| Library Assistant A | 3 |
| Nurse B | 3 |
| Technician B | 43 |
| Draughtsman B | 1 |
| Fireman A | 2 |
| Light Vehicle Driver A (SDSC SHAR) | 1 |
| Heavy Vehicle Driver A | 7 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 16 |
| Light Vehicle Driver A (ADRIN) | 4 |
| Total | 97 |
Post Code-wise Vacancies
| Code | Post / discipline | Vacancies |
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| 07 | Technical Assistant — Mechanical Engineering | 7 |
| 08 | Technical Assistant — Electrical / Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 1 |
| 09 | Technical Assistant — Computer Science and Engineering | 1 |
| 10 | Technical Assistant — Electronics and Communication Engineering | 3 |
| 11 | Technical Assistant — Civil Engineering | 2 |
| 12 | Scientific Assistant — Physics | 2 |
| 13 | Scientific Assistant — Photography / Cinematography | 1 |
| 14 | Library Assistant A | 3 |
| 15 | Nurse B | 3 |
| 16 | Technician B — Electrician | 5 |
| 17 | Technician B — Chemical | 3 |
| 18 | Technician B — Fitter | 17 |
| 19 | Technician B — Electronic Mechanic | 12 |
| 20 | Technician B — Boiler Attendant | 2 |
| 21 | Technician B — Turner | 1 |
| 22 | Technician B — Refrigeration and Air Conditioning | 1 |
| 23 | Technician B — Civil Engineering Assistant | 1 |
| 24 | Technician B — Photography / Digital Photography | 1 |
| 25 | Draughtsman B — Civil | 1 |
| 26 | Fireman A | 2 |
| 27 | Light Vehicle Driver A | 1 |
| 28 | Heavy Vehicle Driver A | 7 |
| 29 | Multi-Tasking Staff | 16 |
| 30 | Light Vehicle Driver A — ADRIN | 4 |
| Total | | 97 |
Educational Qualification and Experience
| Post | Qualification |
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| Technical Assistant | First-class Diploma of at least 3 years in the relevant engineering discipline |
| Scientific Assistant — Physics | First-class B.Sc with Physics as main subject and Mathematics and Chemistry as ancillary subjects |
| Scientific Assistant — Photography / Cinematography | First-class BFA (Photography) or Visual Arts (Cinematography) |
| Library Assistant A | First-class graduation and first-class Master's in Library Science / Library and Information Science |
| Nurse B | First-class Nursing Diploma of at least 3 years and registration with the State Nursing Council |
| Technician B | SSLC/SSC pass with ITI/NTC/NAC from NCVT in the notified trade |
| Draughtsman B | SSLC/SSC pass with NCVT ITI/NTC/NAC in Draughtsman (Civil) |
| Fireman A | 10th pass and the prescribed physical fitness and endurance test standards |
| Light Vehicle Driver A | 10th pass, 3 years' experience as Light Vehicle Driver and a valid Light Vehicle licence |
| Heavy Vehicle Driver A | 10th pass, 5 years of driving experience including at least 3 years on heavy vehicles, valid Heavy licence and Public Service Badge where required |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | Matriculation / SSLC / SSC or equivalent pass |
Technician B trades
| Code | Accepted trade |
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| 16 | Electrician |
| 17 | Chemical, Attendant Operator (Chemical), Instrument Mechanic (Chemical), Maintenance Mechanic (Chemical Plant) or Laboratory Assistant (Chemical) |
| 18 | Fitter |
| 19 | Electronic Mechanic |
| 20 | Boiler Attendant NAC and First Class Boiler Attendant Certificate |
| 21 | Turner |
| 22 | Refrigeration and Air Conditioning |
| 23 | Civil Engineering Assistant |
| 24 | Photography / Digital Photography |
Boiler Attendant (Code 20): You need both the NAC and the First Class Boiler Attendant Certificate. A general ITI certificate alone is not enough.
Experience rules for driver posts
- Experience must be gained after obtaining a valid driving licence.
- Experience certificates must come from Government/semi-Government bodies, registered companies, societies or trusts. Certificates issued by individuals are not accepted.
- Part-time driving experience is not counted.
- Heavy Vehicle Driver candidates must satisfy the Public Service Badge conditions.
Age Limit and Relaxation
Age is calculated as on 9 November 2026.
| Post codes | Age limit |
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| 07–25, 27, 28 and 30 | 18–35 years |
| 26 — Fireman A | 18–25 years |
| 29 — Multi-Tasking Staff | 18–25 years |
| Category | Relaxation |
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| SC / ST | 5 years for posts reserved for the category |
| OBC | 3 years for posts reserved for OBC |
| Ex-servicemen, PwBD, Central Government employees, eligible sportspersons | As per Government of India rules |
Salary
| Post | Pay level | Pay scale (₹) |
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| Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant A, Nurse B | Level 7 | 44,900 – 1,42,400 |
| Technician B / Draughtsman B | Level 3 | 21,700 – 69,100 |
| Fireman A, Light/Heavy Vehicle Driver A | Level 2 | 19,900 – 63,200 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | Level 1 | 18,000 – 56,900 |
Approximate monthly emoluments (basic + DA)
| Post group | Approximate monthly amount |
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| Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant A, Nurse B | ₹71,840 |
| Technician B / Draughtsman B | ₹34,720 |
| Fireman A / Drivers | ₹31,840 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | ₹28,800 |
These figures are basic pay plus DA at the minimum pay level. HRA and transport allowance follow Government of India rules.
Application Fee
| Post codes | Initial payment | Refund after written test: Women/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen | Refund after written test: Others |
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| 07–15 | ₹750 | ₹750 | ₹500 |
| 16–30 | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹400 |
So for codes 07–15 the effective fee for other candidates is ₹250, and for codes 16–30 it is ₹100. For the exempt categories it is nil, provided they appear in the written test.
Refund condition: The refund is given only to candidates who appear in the written test. Absent candidates get no refund. Enter your bank account details correctly to receive any refund.
Selection Process
| Post group | Stages |
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| Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant A, Technician B, Draughtsman B, Nurse B | Written test and qualifying skill test |
| Fireman A | Written test, physical efficiency test and detailed medical examination |
| Light / Heavy Vehicle Driver A | Written test and qualifying driving skill test |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | Written test only |
For posts with a skill or physical test, final merit is prepared from the written test performance of candidates who qualify the later stages.
Exam Pattern
Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant A, Technician B, Draughtsman B
| Total questions | 80 MCQs |
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| Duration | 90 minutes |
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| Maximum marks | 80 |
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| Correct / incorrect | +1 mark / -0.33 mark |
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| Skill test | 100 marks, qualifying |
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Minimum written-test marks: 32/80 for unreserved and 24/80 for reserved. Minimum skill-test marks: 50/100 for unreserved and 40/100 for reserved.
Nurse B and Fireman A
| Total questions | 80 MCQs |
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| Duration | 120 minutes |
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| Maximum marks | 80 |
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| Correct / incorrect | +1 mark / -0.33 mark |
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Nurse B must qualify the skill test, and Fireman A must qualify the physical efficiency test and detailed medical examination.
Light and Heavy Vehicle Driver
| Subject | Questions |
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| Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 | 50 |
| Elementary English (8th standard) | 15 |
| Elementary Arithmetic (10th standard) | 15 |
| General Knowledge | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
Duration is 120 minutes, 1 mark per correct answer and 0.25 mark deducted per wrong answer. A qualifying driving skill test follows.
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
| Total questions / marks | 100 / 100 |
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| Duration | 90 minutes |
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| Negative marking | 0.25 mark per wrong answer |
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| Subjects | Numerical and mathematical ability, reasoning and problem solving, general awareness, English language and comprehension |
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Job Location
| Post codes | Posting location |
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| 12 | SDSC SHAR Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh) / Balasore Rocket Launching Station (Odisha) |
| 10, 16, 17, 18, 19 | SDSC SHAR Sriharikota / Propellant Complex Rasayani (Maharashtra) |
| 20 | Propellant Complex Rasayani, Raigad (Maharashtra) |
| 30 | ADRIN, Secunderabad (Telangana) |
| Remaining posts | SDSC SHAR, Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh) |
For posts with more than one location, you must give your order of preference. Allotment is based on merit, preference and vacancy. Selected candidates are liable for all-India transfer within ISRO/Department of Space.
How to Apply Online
- Open the official website shar.gov.in or the application portal apps.shar.gov.in.
- Open Advertisement SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026, read the notification and pick the post code matching your qualification.
- Fill in personal, educational and contact details in the online form, with a valid email and mobile number.
- Select the post code and, where applicable, your posting preferences.
- Upload your photo, signature and documents as per portal specifications.
- Check all details and pay the applicable processing fee online.
- Submit by 9 November 2026, 11:59 PM, and save the registration number.
Multiple post codes: If you are eligible for more than one post code, submit a separate application and pay a separate fee for each.
Documents Required
- Valid email ID and mobile number
- 10th/SSLC/SSC certificate as proof of age and qualification
- Diploma/Degree/ITI/NTC/NAC certificates, as applicable
- Nursing registration certificate, where applicable
- Driving licence and experience certificates for driver posts
- Category/reservation certificate, where applicable
- PwBD / ex-servicemen certificates, if applicable
- Recent photograph and signature
- Bank account details for the fee refund
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many posts are there in ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026?
There are 97 posts. Technician B has 43 and MTS has 16, the most among them.
What is the last date to apply?
9 November 2026, up to 11:59 PM. The fee must also be paid by then.
Which posts are open to 10th pass candidates?
MTS, Fireman A, Light and Heavy Vehicle Driver A (with experience and licence), and Technician B and Draughtsman B with ITI.
What is the fee and is it refunded?
₹750 for codes 07–15 and ₹500 for 16–30. A refund is given if you appear in the written test (as per category), not if you are absent.
Can I apply for more than one post code?
Yes, but each post code needs a separate application and a separate fee.
Notice: This article is based on the recruitment information available and is for general guidance only. Before applying, please check all conditions, dates and fees in the official notification and website.
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