ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 is now open, as the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC SHAR), Sriharikota, ISRO’s spaceport, released this recruitment notification on 19 October 2026. As per Advertisement No. SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026 on shar.gov.in, SDSC SHAR is inviting online applications for Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant ‘A’, Nurse ‘B’, Technician ‘B’, Draughtsman ‘B’, Fireman ‘A’, Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’, Heavy Vehicle Driver ‘A’ and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) posts. This is for candidates holding a Diploma, ITI trade certificate, degree, or a 10th pass who want a stable central government job in the space sector.
ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 has 97 vacancies across 30 post codes, including 4 Light Vehicle Driver posts at the Advanced Data Processing Research Institute (ADRIN), Secunderabad. Online applications open on 19 October 2026 at 10:00 AM and close on 9 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official SDSC SHAR notification, Advertisement No. SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026 dated 19 October 2026. Last verified: 19 October 2026.
ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 at a glance
ISRO SDSC SHAR is recruiting for 97 posts through Advertisement No. SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026. The last date to apply online is 9 November 2026, 11:59 PM, on shar.gov.in. Selection is through a Written Test (online CBT) and a Skill Test, with a Physical Efficiency Test and medical examination for Fireman ‘A’. MTS posts are filled through the Written Test alone.
Quick Summary of ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC SHAR), Sriharikota, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space |
| Advertisement No. | SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026 dated 19 October 2026 |
| Posts | Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant ‘A’, Nurse ‘B’, Technician ‘B’, Draughtsman ‘B’, Fireman ‘A’, Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’, Heavy Vehicle Driver ‘A’, Multi-Tasking Staff |
| Total Vacancy | 97 (93 at SDSC SHAR and its locations, 4 at ADRIN, Secunderabad) |
| Salary Level | Level 1 to Level 7, by post (see vacancy table below) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Eligibility | Diploma, degree, ITI trade or 10th pass, by post |
| Selection Process | Online Written Test (CBT) + Skill Test; Physical Efficiency Test and medical exam for Fireman ‘A’; Written Test only for MTS |
| Place of Posting | SDSC SHAR, Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh), with some posts at BRLS Balasore, PCR Rasayani or ADRIN |
| Last Date | 9 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Who Can Apply | Indian Nationals meeting the post-wise qualification and age limit |
About SDSC SHAR, ISRO’s Spaceport
Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota (SDSC SHAR) is the Spaceport of India under the Indian Space Research Organisation, Government of India. It sits about 100 km north of Chennai and 18 km from Sullurpeta in Tirupati District, Andhra Pradesh. SDSC SHAR provides launch base infrastructure for national and international customers to carry out launch vehicle and satellite missions.
The centre also has a Solid Propellant Production facility, Rocket Motor Static Test facilities, and launch complexes for a variety of rockets. It also runs rocket tracking through radar and optical tracking systems, real-time data acquisition and processing, and other support services including logistics. This spaceport is also the main place of posting under SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026.
How SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 compares
This drive is open to a wide range of qualifications in a single notice, from a 10th pass for MTS and Driver posts to a Master’s degree in Library Science. Moreover, it adds to the Diploma and ITI based Latest Government Jobs opening this year at central establishments, and follows the ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026 for Technical Assistant and Technician ‘B’ posts at Mahendragiri, as well as the ISRO Scientist and Engineer ‘SC’ Recruitment 2026 for engineering graduates. Candidates can browse the site’s full Government Jobs section for comparable openings.
Sriharikota is in Andhra Pradesh, so most candidates will need to plan travel for the Written Test centre they choose and, if shortlisted, for the Skill Test. Meanwhile, Fitter, Electronic Mechanic and Electrician ITI holders have the largest number of vacancies, with 34 of the 43 Technician ‘B’ posts in those three trades.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
Important dates for SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Opens | 19 October 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Online Registration Closes | 9 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Cut-off Date (age and qualification) | 9 November 2026 |
| Date of Written Test | To be intimated separately |
| Date of Skill Test | To be intimated separately |
SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 vacancy details and salary
SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 posts for Technical Assistant to Nurse (Post Codes 07 to 15)
| Code | Post / Discipline | Posts | Category Split | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 | Technical Assistant (Mechanical Engineering) | 7 | UR-1, OBC-1, SC-2, ST-2, EWS-1 (1 post for PwBD-HH) | Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| 08 | Technical Assistant (Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering) | 1 | OBC-1 | Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| 09 | Technical Assistant (Computer Science & Engineering) | 1 | UR-1 | Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| 10 | Technical Assistant (Electronics & Communication Engineering) | 3 | UR-2, SC-1 | Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| 11 | Technical Assistant (Civil Engineering) | 2 | OBC-1, EWS-1 | Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| 12 | Scientific Assistant (Physics) | 2 | UR-1, OBC-1 | Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| 13 | Scientific Assistant (Fine Arts – Photography / Visual Arts – Cinematography) | 1 | SC-1 | Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| 14 | Library Assistant ‘A’ | 3 | OBC-1, SC-1, EWS-1 | Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| 15 | Nurse ‘B’ | 3 | UR-1, SC-1, EWS-1 | Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 posts for Technician ‘B’ and Draughtsman ‘B’ (Post Codes 16 to 25)
| Code | Post / Discipline | Posts | Category Split | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | Technician ‘B’ (Electrician) | 5 | UR-2, OBC-1, SC-2 | Level 3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) |
| 17 | Technician ‘B’ (Chemical) | 3 | UR-2, EWS-1 | Level 3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) |
| 18 | Technician ‘B’ (Fitter) | 17 | UR-5, OBC-8, SC-2, EWS-2 (1 post for PwBD-HH) | Level 3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) |
| 19 | Technician ‘B’ (Electronic Mechanic) | 12 | UR-4, OBC-6, EWS-2 | Level 3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) |
| 20 | Technician ‘B’ (Boiler Attendant, for PCR Unit – Rasayani) | 2 | UR-2 | Level 3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) |
| 21 | Technician ‘B’ (Turner) | 1 | UR-1 | Level 3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) |
| 22 | Technician ‘B’ (Refrigeration & Air Conditioning) | 1 | UR-1 | Level 3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) |
| 23 | Technician ‘B’ (Civil Engineering Assistant) | 1 | OBC-1 | Level 3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) |
| 24 | Technician ‘B’ (Photography / Digital Photography) | 1 | UR-1 | Level 3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) |
| 25 | Draughtsman ‘B’ (Civil) | 1 | UR-1 | Level 3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) |
SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 posts for Fireman, Driver and MTS (Post Codes 26 to 30)
| Code | Post / Discipline | Posts | Category Split | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Fireman ‘A’ | 2 | SC-1, ST-1 | Level 2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) |
| 27 | Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’ | 1 | OBC-1 | Level 2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) |
| 28 | Heavy Vehicle Driver ‘A’ | 7 | UR-3, OBC-2, SC-1, EWS-1 | Level 2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) |
| 29 | Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 16 | UR-6, OBC-4, SC-3, ST-1, EWS-2 | Level 1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) |
| 30 | Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’ (ADRIN, Secunderabad) | 4 | UR-3 (1 for Ex-servicemen), OBC-1 | Level 2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) |
| Total | 97 |
SDSC SHAR has reserved seven posts across Post Codes 16 to 28 for Ex-Servicemen. For Post Codes 07 and 18, however, if no suitable PwBD candidate with the notified disability (Hard of Hearing) applies, SDSC SHAR will leave the post vacant and carry it forward to the next recruitment.
SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 approximate gross emoluments
| Post Codes | Posts | Approximate gross pay at minimum of pay level (per month) |
|---|---|---|
| 07 to 15 | Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant ‘A’, Nurse ‘B’ | ₹71,840 |
| 16 to 25 | Technician ‘B’, Draughtsman ‘B’ | ₹34,720 |
| 26, 27, 28 and 30 | Fireman ‘A’, Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’, Heavy Vehicle Driver ‘A’ | ₹31,840 |
| 29 | Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | ₹28,800 |
These figures include basic pay plus dearness allowance, while HRA and transport allowance follow Government of India orders. The National Pension System / Unified Pension Scheme covers selected candidates. ISRO also provides medical facilities for self and dependents, a canteen and library, free transport in lieu of transport allowance, housing in lieu of HRA, Leave Travel Concession, group insurance and a house building advance, as per extant norms.
SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 eligibility
For SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026, the notice lists these qualifications as essential, so applicants must hold them on the closing date, 9 November 2026. In addition, applicants need a First Class qualification for the Diploma, B.Sc, Graduation and Nursing posts.
Technical Assistant eligibility, SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 (Post Codes 07 to 11)
- Mechanical (07): First Class Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical (08): First Class Diploma in Electrical Engineering, or Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Computer Science (09): First Class Diploma in Computer Science & Engineering
- Electronics & Communication (10): First Class Diploma in Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Civil (11): First Class Diploma in Civil Engineering
Also, the Diploma must be from a recognised University or Institution and be at least 3 years in duration. Candidates can also browse more Diploma jobs if their branch is not listed here.
Scientific Assistant (Post Codes 12 and 13)
- Physics (12): First Class B.Sc. with Physics as main subject, and Mathematics and Chemistry as ancillary subjects
- Fine Arts or Visual Arts (13): First Class Bachelor of Fine Arts (Photography) or Visual Arts (Cinematography)
Under SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026, Scientific Assistants join SDSC SHAR, Sriharikota, or BRLS, Balasore, Odisha (Post Code 12), while Post Code 13 stays at SDSC SHAR.
Library Assistant ‘A’ and Nurse ‘B’ (Post Codes 14 and 15)
- Library Assistant ‘A’ (14): Graduation in First Class, and a First Class Master’s Degree in Library Science, Library & Information Science or equivalent
- Nurse ‘B’ (15): First Class Diploma in a Nursing course of not less than three years, recognised by the State or Central Government, with registration under the respective State Nursing Council
Both posts carry Pay Level 7 under SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026.
Technician ‘B’ and Draughtsman ‘B’ (Post Codes 16 to 25)
To apply for SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 Technician ‘B’ posts, candidates need an SSLC / SSC pass and an ITI, NTC or NAC certificate from NCVT in the matching trade. Browse more ITI jobs and 10th pass jobs on this site.
- 16 – Electrician: Electrician trade
- 17 – Chemical: any one of Chemical, Attendant Operator (Chemical), Instrument Mechanic (Chemical), Maintenance Mechanic (Chemical Plant) or Laboratory Assistant (Chemical)
- 18 – Fitter: Fitter trade
- 19 – Electronic Mechanic: Electronic Mechanic trade
- 20 – Boiler Attendant: NAC in Boiler Attendant trade from NCVT, with a First Class Boiler Attendant certificate
- 21 – Turner: Turner trade
- 22 – Refrigeration and Air Conditioning: R&AC trade
- 23 – Civil Engineering Assistant: Civil Engineering Assistant trade
- 24 – Photography: Photography / Digital Photography trade
- 25 – Draughtsman ‘B’ (Civil): Draughtsman (Civil) trade
Fireman ‘A’, Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’ and Heavy Vehicle Driver ‘A’ (Post Codes 26 to 28 and 30)
- Fireman ‘A’ (26): Pass in SSLC / SSC / Matric / 10th Std, and the prescribed physical fitness and endurance standards
- Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’ (27 and 30): 10th pass, 3 years’ experience as a Light Vehicle Driver, and a valid LVD licence
- Heavy Vehicle Driver ‘A’ (28): 10th pass; 5 years’ experience, of which at least 3 years as a Heavy Vehicle Driver and the balance driving light motor vehicles; a valid HVD licence and a Public Service Badge, if statutory
For the driver posts in SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026, however, experience counts only after obtaining a valid driving licence. Experience certificates must come from Government, semi-Government agencies, registered companies, societies or trusts, and certificates from individuals are not accepted. Part-time experience is not counted. Applicants from a State or Union Territory where the Public Service Badge is not mandatory must obtain it within 3 months of joining, since it is mandatory in Andhra Pradesh.
Multi-Tasking Staff (Post Code 29)
For SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 MTS posts, a pass in Matriculation / SSLC / SSC or equivalent is enough.
Age limit for SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026
SDSC SHAR counts age as on 9 November 2026. Candidates for Post Codes 07 to 25, 27, 28 and 30 must be 18 to 35 years. In contrast, candidates for Fireman ‘A’ (26) and MTS (29) must be 18 to 25 years. To check an exact age, try the site’s Age Calculator.
Age relaxation also applies for SC/ST candidates (5 years) and OBC candidates (3 years), against posts reserved for these categories. Ex-servicemen, persons with benchmark disabilities, Central Government servants, meritorious sportspersons and others get upper age relaxation as per Government of India orders. PwBD candidates get relaxation only if they have the relevant disability of at least 40%.
SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 selection process
Overall, final selection for every post in SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 rests on the marks scored in the Written Test, which SDSC SHAR conducts online in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. The Skill Test works on a go/no-go basis, and its marks do not count towards selection. The merit panel follows the order of Written Test marks, subject to the number of vacancies. However, if scores tie, the academic marks in the essential qualification (Graduation, Diploma, SSLC/SSC or ITI/NTC/NAC, as the case may be) are the first tie-breaker, and age is the second, with the older candidate placed ahead.
Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant, Technician ‘B’ and Draughtsman ‘B’
| Stage | Pattern | Qualifying marks |
|---|---|---|
| Written Test | 80 MCQs in 1.5 hours; +1 for each correct answer, 0 for unanswered, –0.33 for each wrong answer | 32/80 (Unreserved); 24/80 (Reserved, only if a post is reserved) |
| Skill Test | 100 marks, qualifying in nature | 50/100 (Unreserved); 40/100 (Reserved) |
For these SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 posts, SDSC SHAR shortlists candidates for the Skill Test category-wise in a 1:5 ratio, with a minimum of 10 candidates, and calls them in batches as per the evaluation result against vacancies.
Nurse ‘B’ (Post Code 15)
For Nurse ‘B’ in SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026, the Written Test has 80 questions in 120 minutes, with +1 for each correct answer and –0.33 for each wrong answer. Next, SDSC SHAR shortlists candidates for the Skill Test on the basis of Written Test marks. The Skill Test works on a go/no-go basis, and the final selection rests on the Written Test marks of candidates who qualify in it.
Fireman ‘A’ (Post Code 26)
For Fireman ‘A’ under SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026, selection has a Written Test, a Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and a Detailed Medical Examination (DME). The Written Test has 80 questions in 120 minutes, with +1 for each correct answer and –0.33 for each wrong answer. First, candidates must upload a Preliminary Medical Examination (PME) certificate in Annexure-A format, issued by a Registered Medical Practitioner not below the rank of Assistant Civil Surgeon (or equivalent) in Government Health Services. The certificate stays valid for 6 months.
Fireman ‘A’ Physical Efficiency Test
In SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026, after the Written Test, SDSC SHAR shortlists candidates who meet the PME norms for the PET in a maximum 1:50 ratio, based on Written Test marks. The PET runs on a go/no-go basis in two stages, so failing any one event disqualifies the candidate. Those who clear both stages then take the DME in batches, and the final panel follows Written Test marks among candidates who clear the DME. Furthermore, shortlisted candidates take the PET at their own risk and must submit a declaration in Annexure-B at reporting.
| Event (Age up to 40 years) | Male | Female & Transgender |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 – 1500 m run | 7 minutes | – |
| Stage 1 – 800 m run | – | 4 minutes |
| Stage 2 – Rope climbing (hands only) | 5 m from ground level | 4.5 m from ground level |
| Stage 2 – Carrying a human dummy (Fireman’s lift) | 25 m in 60 seconds | 25 m in 75 seconds |
| Stage 2 – Long jump (best of 3 attempts) | 3.8 m | 3.5 m |
| Stage 2 – 100 m run | 15 seconds | 17 seconds |
For candidates above 40 years, SDSC SHAR relaxes the standards: 1500 m in 8 minutes (male) or 800 m in 5 minutes (female and transgender), rope climbing of 4.5 m (male) or 4 m (female), a dummy carry of 25 m in 75 seconds (male) or 90 seconds (female), a long jump of 3.5 m (male) or 3.2 m (female), and a 100 m run in 17 seconds (male) or 19 seconds (female). The dummy weighs 60 kg for men and 50 kg for women and transgender candidates, and the test does not allow spiked shoes.
Fireman ‘A’ physical fitness standards
| Physical standard | Men (General) | Men (Gorkhas, Hill Tribes, SC, ST) | Women & Transgender |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height (minimum) | 165 cm | 160 cm | 155 cm |
| Weight (minimum) | 50 kg | 46 kg | 43 kg |
| Chest on expiration (minimum) | 81 cm | 76 cm | Not applicable |
| Chest on inspiration (minimum) | 86 cm | 81 cm | Not applicable |
For every group, body mass index must be 18 to 28, chest expansion at least 5 cm, and distant vision 6/6 without aid in each eye. In SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026, the waist to hip ratio must be 1 or below, hearing must be normal on tuning fork tests, and near vision, field of vision, heart sounds, ECG, and the respiratory, neurological and musculoskeletal systems must be normal. For example, conditions such as knock knee, flat foot, colour blindness, night blindness, hernia, varicose veins, diabetes with complications and chronic respiratory disease lead to disqualification, and the full list is in Annexure-C of the notification.
Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’ and Heavy Vehicle Driver ‘A’ (Post Codes 27, 28 and 30)
| Part | Subject | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| A | Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, as issued/amended from time to time | 50 |
| B | Elementary English of 8th Standard level | 15 |
| C | Elementary Arithmetic of 10th Standard level | 15 |
| D | General Knowledge (current affairs, Who is Who, States and Capitals, Geography of India) | 20 |
The SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 Written Test for drivers has 100 questions in a combined 120 minutes, and each question carries one mark, while each wrong answer loses 0.25 marks. To pass, candidates need at least 50% marks in Part A and at least 50% marks in Parts B, C and D combined. If not enough SC/ST/OBC/Ex-servicemen candidates qualify, SDSC SHAR can relax the qualifying marks by up to 25%. SDSC SHAR shortlists candidates for the Skill Test in a 1:5 ratio with a minimum of 10 candidates, and they need at least 60% marks in the Skill Test, with no relaxation for any category.
Multi-Tasking Staff (Post Code 29)
Under SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026, selection is through the Written Test alone, because MTS has no Skill Test. The test has 100 questions in a combined 90 minutes, covering Numerical and Mathematical Ability, Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving, General Awareness, and English Language and Comprehension. Each question carries one mark, and each wrong answer loses 0.25 marks.
| Category | Minimum qualifying percentage |
|---|---|
| Unreserved / EWS | 50% |
| OBC | 45% |
| All other reserved categories (against notified reserved vacancies) | 40% |
Finally, if marks tie, the marks scored in Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving come first, and then the date of birth, with the older candidate placed higher.
SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 Written Test centres
SDSC SHAR holds the Written Test in online CBT mode, subject to a minimum number of candidates, at these 18 cities: Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Bhopal, Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Dehradun, Guntur, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Patna, Thiruvananthapuram, Tirupati and Vishakhapatnam. Centre allotment depends on administrative needs, and if the chosen city cannot take a candidate, SDSC SHAR assigns the nearest feasible centre.
SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 place of posting
- Scientific Assistant (Post Code 12): SDSC SHAR, Sriharikota, or BRLS, Balasore, Odisha
- Post Codes 10, 16, 17, 18 and 19: SDSC SHAR, Sriharikota, or Propellant Complex Rasayani (PCR), Raigad, Maharashtra
- Boiler Attendant (Post Code 20): Propellant Complex Rasayani, Raigad, Maharashtra
- ADRIN driver (Post Code 30): ADRIN, Secunderabad, Telangana
- All other posts: SDSC SHAR, Sriharikota
In addition, candidates for Post Codes 10, 12, 16, 17, 18 and 19 must give their order of preference for the place of posting. As a result, posting follows merit-cum-preference, subject to vacancy at each location, and once posted a candidate cannot claim another location. ISRO can later post a selected candidate to any ISRO or Department of Space centre in India, as there is an all-India transfer liability.
SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 application fee
| Post Codes | Processing fee | Refund for women, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-servicemen | Refund for other candidates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 to 15 | ₹750 | ₹750 (full) | ₹500 (after ₹250 deduction) |
| 16 to 30 | ₹500 | ₹500 (full) | ₹400 (after ₹100 deduction) |
For SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026, candidates can pay online only, as SDSC SHAR accepts no other mode. SDSC SHAR refunds the processing fee only to candidates who appear in the Written Test, so enter the bank account details correctly. Also, each post code needs a separate application and fee. However, the English text of the notice spells the ₹500 fee in words as “seven hundred and fifty”; the figures and refund amounts point to ₹500, so confirm the amount on the payment page.
How to apply for SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026
- Visit the SDSC SHAR website, www.shar.gov.in, or apps.shar.gov.in, and register online between 19 October 2026, 10:00 AM and 9 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
- Candidates registered on the National Career Services (NCS) portal and meeting the eligibility conditions can follow the same procedure on the SDSC SHAR website.
- Enter your email ID and mobile number correctly. All further communication, including call letters, goes only to the registered email ID.
- Submit a separate application for each post code, and avoid multiple applications for the same post code. The last submitted application is treated as final.
- Upload a recent colour passport size photograph (not older than 6 months) in .JPG format, up to 40 KB, 110 x 140 pixels.
- Add your signature in .JPG format, up to 20 KB, 200 x 50 pixels. A tool like the site’s Photo Signature Resizer can help meet these limits.
- Attach documents for your essential qualification (up to 1 MB), plus the SC/ST/Disability/Ex-servicemen certificate for a full fee refund, and a No Objection Certificate if applicable.
- Pay the processing fee online, and download the personalized registration confirmation form for future reference.
Before you submit
Finally, submit your application, including payment, by 9 November 2026, 11:59 PM. Candidates can email recruit@shar.gov.in for clarification, but queries about information already in the advertisement are not answered.
Documents to keep ready for SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026
- Photograph and signature, in the sizes above
- SSLC / SSC / Matric certificate, and the Diploma, ITI / NTC / NAC, Graduation or Post Graduation certificates and marksheets, as the post requires
- SC / ST / OBC / EWS certificates in the prescribed formats (Annexures II to IV), with the EWS Income and Asset Certificate valid for financial years 2025-26 and 2026-27
- Disability certificate in Annexure-V or VI format, for PwBD candidates
- Discharge certificate, for Ex-servicemen
- Experience certificates, for Driver posts
- No Objection Certificate, for candidates employed in Central or State Government, PSUs or autonomous bodies
- Original certificates for verification at the Skill Test
General conditions for SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026
- The posts are temporary, but likely to continue.
- Applicants are allowed to sit the Written Test based on the details in their application, and must produce originals at the Skill Test or their candidature is cancelled.
- Outstation candidates called for the Skill Test are paid to-and-fro sleeper class rail fare or non-AC bus fare, whichever is less. No travelling allowance is paid for the Written Test.
- The duties of the posts include shift and emergency duties on a round-the-clock basis.
- SDSC SHAR may decide not to fill a post, and the number of vacancies is provisional.
- If there is any ambiguity between the Hindi and English versions, the English version prevails.
- Canvassing in any form is a disqualification, and only Indian Nationals can apply.
- Any corrigendum is published only on the SDSC SHAR website.
Important links for SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026
| Link | What it is |
|---|---|
| SDSC SHAR Advertisement No. 03/2026 (official PDF) | Full recruitment notification |
| SDSC SHAR online application | Online application portal |
| More Latest Government Jobs on India Job Alerts | Other current central and state vacancies |
Should you apply for SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026?
SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 suits candidates who hold the exact Diploma, ITI trade, degree or 10th pass named for a post, and who are happy to work at a launch centre with shift and emergency duties. For example, with 17 Fitter and 12 Electronic Mechanic posts, ITI holders in those trades have the best odds, and the 16 MTS posts are open to any 10th pass candidate under 25.
However, it does not suit candidates with a related but different qualification, or those who cannot relocate to Sriharikota or travel to a Written Test centre. Also, the notice calls the posts temporary but likely to continue, not confirmed permanent posts, and ISRO can post a selected candidate anywhere in ISRO or the Department of Space.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
FAQs on SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026
What is the last date to apply for ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online for ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 is 9 November 2026, at 11:59 PM. Applications open on 19 October 2026 at 10:00 AM and are accepted only on shar.gov.in or apps.shar.gov.in, with the fee paid by the same deadline.
How many vacancies are there in ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026?
There are 97 vacancies across 30 post codes. Of these, 93 are at SDSC SHAR, Sriharikota and its linked locations, and 4 Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’ posts are at ADRIN, Secunderabad. Overall, Technician ‘B’ has the most posts at 43, followed by Multi-Tasking Staff at 16.
What is the qualification for ISRO SDSC SHAR Technician ‘B’ posts?
Technician ‘B’ posts (Post Codes 16 to 24) need an SSLC / SSC pass and an ITI, NTC or NAC certificate from NCVT in the matching trade, such as Electrician, Fitter, Electronic Mechanic, Chemical, Turner or Refrigeration and Air Conditioning. However, Boiler Attendant needs an NAC and a First Class Boiler Attendant certificate.
What is the salary for ISRO SDSC SHAR Technical Assistant?
Technical Assistant posts carry Pay Level 7, from ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400, with approximate gross emoluments of ₹71,840 per month at the minimum of the level. Selected candidates also get HRA, transport allowance, National Pension System / Unified Pension Scheme coverage and other government benefits.
What is the age limit for ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be 18 to 35 years for most posts, and 18 to 25 years for Fireman ‘A’ and Multi-Tasking Staff, as on 9 November 2026. In addition, SC/ST candidates get 5 years’ relaxation and OBC candidates get 3 years, against posts reserved for them.
Is there an interview for ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026?
No. Instead, selection is through an online Written Test and a go/no-go Skill Test, with a Physical Efficiency Test and medical exam for Fireman ‘A’. MTS posts are filled through the Written Test alone, and final merit for every post is based on Written Test marks.