| Organisation | Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) — Department of Space, Govt. of India |
| Advertisement No. | ISRO:ICRB:01(A-JPA):2026 | Dated: 27 July 2026 |
| Posts | Assistant | Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | Junior Personal Assistant (JPA) | Stenographer |
| Total Vacancies | 242 Posts |
| Pay Scale | Level 4 Pay Matrix — Basic Pay ₹25,500/month + DA + HRA + TA + Medical + LTC |
| Qualification | Graduation with min. 60% marks (or CGPA 6.32/10) | JPA/Steno: 60 wpm English stenography |
| Age Limit | Max 28 years as on 16 August 2026 | OBC: 31 yrs | SC/ST: 33 yrs |
| Application Opens | 27 July 2026 (Tomorrow) |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 August 2026 |
| Application Fee | Pay ₹500 initially → ₹400 refunded if you appear in Written Test | Women/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM: Full ₹500 refund (net fee = NIL) |
| Selection Process | Written Test → Skill/Stenography Test (for JPA/Steno posts) |
| Apply Mode | Online — isro.gov.in → Careers (Active from 27 July) |
| Centres | Ahmedabad | Bengaluru | Hassan | Hyderabad | Mahendragiri | New Delhi | Sriharikota | Thiruvananthapuram |
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About ISRO Recruitment 2026
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), under the Department of Space, Government of India, is India’s premier space agency — responsible for the Chandrayaan, Mangalyaan, and Gaganyaan missions. ISRO has released Advertisement No. ISRO:ICRB:01(A-JPA):2026 for 242 non-technical posts — Assistant, Upper Division Clerk (UDC), Junior Personal Assistant (JPA), and Stenographer — across 8 ISRO centres/units and autonomous bodies. Online applications open from 27 July to 16 August 2026 at isro.gov.in.
📊 Zone-wise & Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Zone / Centre | Post 1 Assistant | Post 2 JPA | Post 3 UDC | Post 4 Steno | Post 5 Assistant | Post 6 JPA | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad (SAC/NRSC) | 27 | 21 | — | — | 11 | 1 | 60 |
| Bengaluru (ISAC/ISTRAC etc.) | 24 | 19 | 22 | 10 | — | — | 75 |
| Hassan (ISTRAC) | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 3 |
| Hyderabad (NARL/NRSC) | 13 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 15 |
| Mahendragiri (IPRC) | 7 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 9 |
| New Delhi (DOS HQ) | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| Sriharikota (SDSC-SHAR) | 32 | 14 | — | — | 3 | — | 49 |
| Thiruvananthapuram (VSSC/LPSC) | 6 | 21 | — | — | 3 | — | 30 |
| TOTAL | 111 | 81 | 22 | 10 | 17 | 1 | 242 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Qualification | Additional |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant / UDC (Post 1, 3 & 5) | Graduation min. 60% marks or CGPA 6.32/10, within minimum stipulated duration | Computer proficiency |
| JPA / Stenographer (Post 2, 4 & 6) | Graduation 60% OR Diploma in Commercial/Secretarial Practice 60% + 1 yr experience as Steno-Typist | 60 wpm English Stenography + computer proficiency |
🎂 Age Limit (as on 16 August 2026)
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 28 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 31 years |
| SC / ST | 33 years |
💰 Pay Scale & Benefits
| Pay Level | Level 4 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix | Basic: ₹25,500/month |
| Allowances | DA + HRA + Transport Allowance + Medical (self & family) + LTC + Group Insurance + HBA |
| Other | Subsidised canteen | Quarters facility | New Pension Scheme (NPS) |
💸 Application Fee
| Category | Pay Initially | Refund (if you appear) | Net Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-SM | ₹500 | ₹500 | NIL |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 | ₹100 |
| If you don’t appear in Written Test | ₹500 | NIL | ₹500 forfeited |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notice Released | 21 July 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 27 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 August 2026 |
| Written Test Date | To be announced at isro.gov.in |
📋 How to Apply (from 27 July 2026)
- Visit isro.gov.in → Careers → Advt. ISRO:ICRB:01(A-JPA):2026 (link active from 27 July)
- Register with valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill personal, educational and category details
- Upload photo, signature and documents as specified
- Pay ₹500 processing fee online
- Submit and save printout
- Appear in Written Test to get fee refund
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When does the ISRO apply link open?
The online application link opens on 27 July 2026 at isro.gov.in → Careers section. Applications close on 16 August 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies in ISRO Recruitment 2026?
242 posts — Assistant (128), JPA (82), UDC (22), Stenographer (10) across 8 ISRO centres.
Q3. What is the salary?
Level 4 Pay Matrix — ₹25,500/month basic pay + DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Medical, LTC and other Central Govt benefits.
Q4. What is the application fee?
Pay ₹500 upfront. Women/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM get full ₹500 back on appearing in Written Test (net = NIL). Others get ₹400 back (net = ₹100).
Q5. What percentage is required?
Minimum 60% marks or CGPA 6.32/10 in graduation.
Q6. What is the age limit?
Max 28 years (General/EWS) | OBC: 31 | SC/ST: 33 — as on 16 August 2026.
Q7. Which centre has most vacancies?
Bengaluru: 75 | Sriharikota: 49 | Ahmedabad: 60 | Hyderabad: 15.
Q8. Is there a steno test for all posts?
No — only for JPA and Stenographer posts. Assistant and UDC: Written Test only.
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