ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026

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ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 48 JRF, RA & Project Scientist Posts

Welcome to ACTIVEGOVTJOBS.COM. The Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad, under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space, has officially released recruitment notification Advt. No. SAC:02:2026. Online applications are invited for 48 research positions including Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Research Associate (RA), and Project Scientist-I (PS-I) across multiple scientific disciplines.
Meta Description: ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026: Apply online for 48 JRF, Research Associate & Project Scientist-I posts at sac.gov.in. Check eligibility, stipend & dates.

Quick Overview Table

Particulars Details
Recruitment Authority Space Applications Centre (SAC), ISRO, Department of Space
Advertisement No. SAC:02:2026
Post Names Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Research Associate (RA), Project Scientist-I (PS-I)
Total Seats 48 Posts (across 16 post codes)
Job Location SAC, Ahmedabad (Gujarat)
Application Mode Online Only
Fellowship / Remuneration ₹37,000/- to ₹67,000/- per month + HRA
Official Website sac.gov.in

Important Dates

Event Date & Time
Notification Release Date 10 September 2026
Online Application Start Date 10 September 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply Online 30 September 2026 (5:00 PM)
Cut-off Date for Age & Qualification 30 September 2026
Interview Schedule To be notified on SAC website

Application Fee Details

Category Application Fee
All Candidates (General / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PwBD / Women) ₹0/- (Nil – No Fee)
There is no application fee applicable for any candidate applying for these posts.

Age Limit & Relaxation (as on 30.09.2026)

  • Junior Research Fellow (JRF) [Post Codes 01 to 07]: Maximum 28 Years
  • Research Associate (RA) & Project Scientist-I [Post Codes 08 to 16]: Maximum 35 Years
  • Age Relaxation:
    • SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years
    • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
    • PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Central Govt. Employees: As per Government of India rules

Educational Qualification & Stipend Details

Post Name Total Posts Essential Qualification Fellowship / Salary
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) 33 M.E. / M.Tech / M.Sc / B.E. / B.Tech in relevant discipline (Semiconductor Tech, VLSI, RF & Microwave, Remote Sensing, Atmospheric Sciences, Geophysics, CS etc.) + Valid CSIR-UGC NET / GATE or national level exam.
₹37,000/- + HRA (1st & 2nd Yr)


₹42,000/- + HRA (Subsequent Yrs)
Research Associate (RA) 08 Ph.D in relevant scientific/engineering discipline OR 3 years of research/design/development experience after M.E./M.Tech with published papers in SCI journals. ₹58,000/- to ₹67,000/- per month + HRA
Project Scientist-I (PS-I) 07 Ph.D in Earth Sciences, Remote Sensing, Geophysics OR M.E./M.Tech in Water Resources, Hydrology, RF & Microwave. ₹56,000/- per month + HRA
(Minimum aggregate marks: 60% or 6.5 CGPA in M.E./M.Tech; 65% or 6.84 CGPA in M.Sc/B.E./B.Tech).

Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown

Post Group Post Codes Total Vacancies
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Post Codes 01 to 07 33 Posts
Research Associate (RA) Post Codes 08 to 10 08 Posts
Project Scientist-I (PS-I) Post Codes 11 to 16 07 Posts
Total 16 Post Codes 48 Posts

Selection Process

The selection process for ISRO SAC research positions includes:
  1. Academic Screening & Shortlisting: Applications will be screened based on academic performance, GATE/NET scores (for JRF), and relevant research specialisation.
  2. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal interview at SAC, Ahmedabad or in virtual mode.
  3. Document Verification: Verification of original degrees, experience credentials, and scorecards.
  4. Medical Examination: As per Department of Space norms.
(Note: There is no written examination for these positions).

Interview Pattern & Evaluation Criteria

  • Shortlisted candidates will be assessed by an expert selection committee.
  • Focus areas include conceptual fundamentals, specialized research aptitude, publication record, and technical problem-solving.
  • Final selection will be purely based on performance in the Personal Interview.

Step-by-Step How to Apply

  1. Visit the official career portal of ISRO SAC at sac.gov.in or careers.sac.gov.in.
  2. Under the Careers / Recruitment section, select Advt. No. SAC:02:2026.
  3. Choose the specific Post Code matching your qualification and academic background.
  4. Fill in the online application form with personal details, educational qualifications, GATE/NET details, and research publications.
  5. Upload scanned copies of your recent photograph, signature, mark sheets, degree certificates, and valid scorecards.
  6. Verify all details and submit the application online before 30 September 2026 (5:00 PM).
  7. Download and print the system-generated application confirmation summary for your records.

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