ISRO Scientist Recruitment 2025: Vacancies, Eligibility & Selection Process

Overview ISRO invites online applications from meritorious graduates for the post of Scientist/Engineer 'SC' in various engineering disciplines. The selected candidates will work across various ISRO centers and autonomous units engaged in designing and building launch vehicles, satellites, and related space technologies.

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification:
  Candidates must have a full-time BE/B.Tech or equivalent degree in the respective disciplines with a minimum of 65% aggregate marks or CGPA 6.84/10 from a recognized university. Candidates completing the final year in the academic year 2024-25 can also apply provided their results are declared by 31.08.2025.
• Age Limit:
  Maximum age is 28 years as on 16.06.2025. Relaxations apply for government employees, ex-servicemen, and PwBD candidates as per Government of India rules.
• Nationality:
  Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
• PwBD Categories:
  ISRO reserves vacancies for PwBD candidates under various disability categories such as Blindness, Hearing impairment, Locomotor disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Multiple disabilities.

• Online Application Window:
  Starts from 27.05.2025 and closes on 16.06.2025.
• Application Fee:
  • Non-refundable fee of ₹250 per post applied.
  • A uniform processing fee of ₹750 per application must be paid initially (refundable based on written test attendance).
  • Payment modes include internet banking, UPI, debit/credit cards via Bharatkosh portal only.
  • Last date for payment of fee is 18.06.2025.
• Candidates can apply for multiple posts but must choose the same test center for all.

• Duration: 120 minutes
• Pattern: Two parts
  • Part A: 80 objective questions (technical knowledge) with negative marking (-1/3 for wrong answers)
  • Part B: 15 objective questions on aptitude/ability (no negative marking)
• Test Centers: Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chennai, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, New Delhi, and Thiruvananthapuram.

• Candidates shortlisted in the ratio of 1:5 based on written test performance (minimum 10 candidates).
• Interview will assess technical knowledge, general awareness, communication skills, comprehension, and academic achievements.
• Total marks: 100 (Written Test and Interview carry equal weightage for final selection).

• Salary: Minimum basic pay of ₹56,100 per month plus allowances as per government norms.
• Appointment: Selected candidates will be appointed as Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ in Level 10 of the Pay Matrix.
• Posting: Candidates may be posted at any ISRO center or unit in India.
• Documents: Original certificates must be produced at the time of interview.
• Reservation: ISRO follows Government of India reservation policies, including for PwBD candidates.
• No Objection Certificate (NOC): Required for candidates employed in government/public sector.

• Visit the official ISRO website: www.isro.gov.in
• Fill in the online application form carefully.
• Upload photograph and signature in JPG format only (no other documents).
• Pay the required fees via Bharatkosh payment gateway.
• Retain the registration number and payment receipt for future reference.

• Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria before applying.
• Check all details carefully in the application form before submission.
• Prepare well for the written test focusing on technical knowledge and aptitude.
• Keep track of updates and notifications on ISRO's official website.
• PwBD candidates should upload the relevant certificates as per prescribed format.

Join our mailing list to get regular updates on the latest opportunities in government and private sectors, workshops and courses, including various hackathons, challenges, certifications, events, and much more!