ISRO’s Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR has opened online applications for 97 posts across technical, scientific, support and driver roles. The recruitment drive offers an opportunity for diploma holders, ITI candidates, graduates, nurses, drivers and Class 10 pass applicants to work with India’s spaceport at Sriharikota.

Applications opened on October 19, 2026, at 10 am. Candidates should not leave the process for the last day, as document uploads and fee payment must also be completed before the deadline.

Important dates to remember

The recruitment is being held under Advertisement No. SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026.

Online registration started on October 19, 2026, at 10 am. The last date to submit the application is November 9, 2026, at 11.59 pm. The deadline for payment is also November 9, 2026, at 11.59 pm.

Applicants should use only the official SDSC SHAR recruitment portal. Avoid third-party websites that ask for extra payments or personal documents.

Posts available in ISRO SDSC SHAR recruitment 2026

The 97 vacancies cover several job categories. These include 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.

Technical Assistant roles are open in streams such as mechanical, electrical, computer science, electronics and civil engineering. Technician ‘B’ vacancies include trades such as electrician, fitter, electronic mechanic, chemical, boiler attendant, turner, refrigeration and air conditioning, civil engineering assistant, and photography.

The recruitment also includes a few positions outside Sriharikota. Candidates should carefully check the post code and location in the official notification before applying.

Who can apply

Eligibility changes according to the post. Technical Assistant positions generally require a first-class diploma in the relevant engineering discipline. Scientific Assistant posts require the specified science or arts qualification. Library Assistant ‘A’ requires graduation and a first-class master’s degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science.

Technician and Draughtsman posts generally require Class 10 or SSC along with the relevant ITI, NTC or NAC qualification from NCVT. Multi-Tasking Staff applicants need a matriculation, SSC or equivalent pass certificate.

Driver posts require the relevant valid driving licence and prescribed experience. For example, Light Vehicle Driver applicants need three years of driving experience after receiving a valid licence. Fireman candidates must meet the required physical fitness and endurance standards.

The general age limit is 18 to 35 years for most posts as on November 9, 2026. For Fireman ‘A’ and Multi-Tasking Staff, the age range is 18 to 25 years. Age relaxation applies to eligible reserved-category candidates under Government of India rules.

Salary and selection process

Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant and Nurse ‘B’ are Level 7 posts, with a basic pay range of Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400. Technician ‘B’ and Draughtsman ‘B’ are Level 3 posts, while Fireman, driver and MTS roles fall under lower pay levels.

Selection for most technical roles involves a written test followed by a qualifying skill test. The written examination has 80 multiple-choice questions in 90 minutes, with negative marking of 0.33 marks for each wrong answer.

Fireman applicants must clear a written test, Physical Efficiency Test and medical examination. MTS selection is through a written test.

Application fee and documents

For post codes 7 to 15, all applicants must initially pay Rs. 750. For post codes 16 to 30, the initial processing fee is Rs. 500. Candidates who attend the written test receive a refund according to the category rules mentioned in the notification.

Keep a recent passport photograph, signature, educational certificates and applicable caste, disability, experience, licence or nursing-registration documents ready before starting. Most uploaded documents must be in PDF format and within the stated file-size limits.

Key takeaways

ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 is open for 97 vacancies, with applications closing on November 9, 2026. The drive covers qualifications ranging from Class 10 and ITI to diploma, graduation and nursing credentials. Read the official advertisement closely, especially the post-specific eligibility, location, age and document requirements.

Facts Input- SDSC SHAR, Notification PDF

Disclaimer

This article is for general information only. Eligibility, vacancies, dates, fees, selection rules and other recruitment details may change. Candidates should read the official SDSC SHAR notification and use the official application portal before applying. We are not responsible for any changes in the schedule-time, vacancies, etc.