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ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 Reopened – Apply Online for 97 MTS, Heavy Vehicle Driver and More Posts

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Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has released the ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 Reopened notification for 97 posts. Applications are open from 13 November 2026, 10:00 AM to 16 November 2026. Apply only through the official website (shar.gov.in).

Last checked: 14 Nov 2026, 2:51 amLatest change: Details updated on 13 Nov 2026

ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 Reopened – Apply Online for 97 MTS, Heavy Vehicle Driver and More Posts: vacancies, pay, eligibility and last date

By Subhash KandhwayChecked against the official notice on 14 Nov 202612 min read

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced 97 posts, spread over 35 roles: Technician B (43), 18 (17) and Multi-Tasking Staff (16) and others under advertisement no. SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026. Forms can be submitted from 13 November 2026, 10:00 AM until 16 November 2026, which leaves 2 days. Selection is by the selection procedure differs according to the notified post, for posts with qualifying skill or physical tests, the final merit is prepared according to the written examination performance of candidates who qualify in the required subsequent stages, post category : selection stages and technical assistant, scientific assistant, library assistant a : written test and qualifying skill test.

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  1. ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 Reopened: overview
  2. Important dates
  3. Application fee
  4. Vacancy details
  5. What makes this job attractive
  6. Age limit
  7. Click Here
  8. ISRO SDSC SHAR Eligibility Criteria 2026
  9. Post-Wise Educational Qualification
  10. Technician B Trade Qualifications
  11. Driver Experience Requirements
  12. ISRO SDSC SHAR Salary 2026
  13. Approximate Monthly Emoluments
  14. ISRO SDSC SHAR Exam Pattern 2026 – Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant A, Technician B and Draughtsman B
  15. Nurse B and Fireman A Written Test
  16. Light Vehicle Driver and Heavy Vehicle Driver Written Test
  17. Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Exam Pattern
  18. ISRO SDSC SHAR Job Location 2026
  19. Documents Required for ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026
  20. Salary
  21. Selection process
  22. How to Apply for ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026

ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 Reopened: overview

Important Eligibility Notice: The educational qualification, age limit, selection stages and posting location vary by post code. Candidates applying for Technical Assistant posts must possess a first-class Diploma of at least three years' duration. Technician B posts require the specified NCVT trade qualifications. Driver posts require valid licences and prescribed experience. Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements for their selected post code by 9 November 2026.

OrganizationIndian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
Recruitment CentreSatish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (SDSC SHAR)
Advertisement NumberSDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026
Notification Date19 October 2026
Post NamesTechnical 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
Total Vacancies97
Qualification10th Pass, ITI/NTC/NAC, Diploma, B.Sc., Graduation, Library Science Master's Degree or Nursing Diploma, depending on the post
Age Limit18–35 Years for most posts; 18–25 Years for Fireman A and MTS
Salary / Pay ScalePay Level 1 to Level 7, depending on the post
Selection ProcessWritten Test, Skill Test or Physical Efficiency Test, depending on the post
Application ModeOnline
Reopened Application Start Date13 November 2026, 10:00 AM
Reopened Application Last Date16 November 2026, 11:59 PM
Job LocationsSriharikota, Rasayani, Balasore and Secunderabad, depending on the post code
Official Application Websiteapps.shar.gov.in

Important dates

EventDate
Notification Date19 October 2026
Reopened Online Application Start Date13 November 2026, 10:00 AM
Last date to apply16 November 2026
Reopened Last Date for Online Fee Payment16 November 2026, 11:59 PM
Age and Qualification Cut-off Date09 November 2026

Application fee

  • The notification prescribes different processing fees according to the post code. All applicants must initially pay the specified processing fee online.
  • For post codes 07–15, the effective application fee after refund is Rs. 250 for other candidates and nil for the exempt categories. For post codes 16–30, it is Rs. 100 for other candidates and nil for the exempt categories, provided they appear in the written examination and meet the refund conditions.
  • Important Fee Refund Condition: The refund is available only to candidates who appear in the Written Test. Candidates absent from the examination will not receive a refund. Applicants must enter their bank account details accurately to receive any eligible refund.
  • The processing fee for post codes 07 to 15 is Rs. 750 for all candidates. Please check the official notification regarding fee refund policies for candidates appearing in the written test.

Vacancy details

The notice gives 97 posts in total; the table below lists 35 roles as the source gives them, and the largest is Technician B with 43.

PostVacancies
Technical Assistant14
Scientific Assistant3
Library Assistant A3
Nurse B3
Technician B43
Draughtsman B1
Fireman A2
Light Vehicle Driver A (SDSC SHAR)1
Heavy Vehicle Driver A7
Multi-Tasking Staff16
Light Vehicle Driver A (ADRIN)4
077
081
091
103
112
122
131
143
153
165
173
1817
1912
202
211
221
231
241
251
262
271
287
2916
304

What makes this job attractive

  • It is a regular post on the central pay matrix (Level 1, starting basic pay ₹18,000), so the salary rises with dearness allowance twice a year and with yearly increments.
  • The minimum qualification is school level (10th-pass, graduate, post-graduate), so far more people can apply than for graduate-only posts.

Age limit

  • The age limit is calculated as of 9 November 2026.
  • Post Codes : Age Limit
  • 07–25, 27, 28 and 30 : 18–35 Years
  • 26 - Fireman A : 18–25 Years
  • 29 - Multi-Tasking Staff : 18–25 Years
  • SC/ST : 5 Years for posts reserved for the respective category
  • OBC : 3 Years for posts reserved for OBC
  • Ex-servicemen, PwBD, Central Government Employees and Eligible Sportspersons : As per applicable Government of India rules
  • For Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Nurse, and Technician posts, the age limit is set between 18 and 35 years as on 9 November 2026, with applicable relaxations for reserved categories.

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ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026: Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (SDSC SHAR), under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has invited online applications for 97 vacancies under Advertisement No. SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026. Posts include Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant A, Nurse B, Technician B, Draughtsman B, Fireman A, Light Vehicle Driver, Heavy Vehicle Driver and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS). Eligible candidates with 10th, ITI, Diploma, Graduation or other prescribed qualifications can apply online from 19 October to 16 November 2026 (the portal has been reopened from 13 November to 16 November 2026).

ISRO SDSC SHAR Eligibility Criteria 2026

Applicants must possess the prescribed post-specific educational qualifications and other eligibility conditions by the application closing date.

Post-Wise Educational Qualification

Post NameEducational Qualification
Technical AssistantFirst Class Diploma of minimum three years' duration in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognized institution
Scientific Assistant - PhysicsFirst Class B.Sc. with Physics as main subject and Mathematics and Chemistry as ancillary subjects
Scientific Assistant - Photography / CinematographyFirst Class Bachelor of Fine Arts (Photography) or Visual Arts (Cinematography)
Library Assistant AFirst Class Graduation and First Class Master's Degree in Library Science, Library and Information Science or recognized equivalent
Nurse BFirst Class Diploma in Nursing of at least three years, recognized by State/Central Government, with registration in the respective State Nursing Council
Technician BSSLC/SSC Pass with ITI/NTC/NAC from NCVT in the notified trade
Draughtsman BSSLC/SSC Pass with NCVT ITI/NTC/NAC in Draughtsman (Civil)
Fireman A10th Pass and prescribed Physical Fitness and Endurance Test standards
Light Vehicle Driver A10th Pass, three years of experience as Light Vehicle Driver and valid Light Vehicle Driving Licence
Heavy Vehicle Driver A10th Pass, five years of driving experience including at least three years as Heavy Vehicle Driver, valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence and Public Service Badge where required
Multi-Tasking StaffMatriculation / SSLC / SSC or equivalent Pass

Technician B Trade Qualifications

  • Technician B applicants must have the NCVT trade qualification corresponding to their selected post code.
  • Important: Boiler Attendant applicants must possess both the prescribed NAC in Boiler Attendant trade and a First Class Boiler Attendant Certificate. A general ITI certificate alone does not meet this specific requirement.
Post CodeAccepted Trade
16Electrician
17Chemical, Attendant Operator (Chemical), Instrument Mechanic (Chemical), Maintenance Mechanic (Chemical Plant) or Laboratory Assistant (Chemical)
18Fitter
19Electronic Mechanic
20Boiler Attendant NAC and First Class Boiler Attendant Certificate
21Turner
22Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
23Civil Engineering Assistant
24Photography / Digital Photography

Driver Experience Requirements

  • Experience certificates must be issued by Government/Semi-Government agencies, registered companies, societies, trusts or other eligible organizations.
  • Experience certificates issued by individuals are not accepted.
  • Part-time driving experience is not considered.
  • Heavy Vehicle Driver candidates must satisfy the specified Public Service Badge conditions.
  • For Light Vehicle Driver A and Heavy Vehicle Driver A posts, the prescribed experience must have been gained after obtaining a valid driving licence.

ISRO SDSC SHAR Salary 2026

  • Selected candidates will receive the pay scale applicable to their post under the Central Government pay structure.
Post NamePay LevelPay Scale
Technical AssistantLevel 7Rs. 44,900–1,42,400
Scientific AssistantLevel 7Rs. 44,900–1,42,400
Library Assistant ALevel 7Rs. 44,900–1,42,400
Nurse BLevel 7Rs. 44,900–1,42,400
Technician B / Draughtsman BLevel 3Rs. 21,700–69,100
Fireman ALevel 2Rs. 19,900–63,200
Light Vehicle Driver A / Heavy Vehicle Driver ALevel 2Rs. 19,900–63,200
Multi-Tasking StaffLevel 1Rs. 18,000–56,900

Approximate Monthly Emoluments

These approximate monthly figures represent basic pay plus DA at the minimum pay level. HRA and Transport Allowance are governed by applicable Government of India rules. Other benefits are subject to ISRO service conditions.

Post CategoryApproximate Monthly Amount
Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant A, Nurse BRs. 71,840
Technician B / Draughtsman BRs. 34,720
Fireman A / DriversRs. 31,840
Multi-Tasking StaffRs. 28,800

ISRO SDSC SHAR Exam Pattern 2026 – Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant A, Technician B and Draughtsman B

The minimum written-test qualifying marks are 32 out of 80 for unreserved candidates and 24 out of 80 for eligible candidates against reserved posts. The minimum qualifying marks for the skill test are 50 out of 100 for unreserved candidates and 40 out of 100 for eligible candidates against reserved posts.

Total Questions80 MCQs
Written Test Duration90 Minutes
Maximum Marks80
Correct Answer+1 Mark
Incorrect Answer-0.33 Mark
Skill Test100 Marks, Qualifying Nature

Nurse B and Fireman A Written Test

Nurse B candidates must qualify in the prescribed skill test. Fireman A candidates must qualify in the Physical Efficiency Test and Detailed Medical Examination under the standards specified in the advertisement.

Total Questions80 MCQs
Duration120 Minutes
Maximum Marks80
Correct Answer+1 Mark
Incorrect Answer-0.33 Mark

Light Vehicle Driver and Heavy Vehicle Driver Written Test

The examination duration is 120 minutes, with one mark for each correct answer and a deduction of 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer. The subsequent driving skill test is qualifying in nature.

SubjectQuestions
Motor Vehicles Act, 198850
Elementary English - 8th Standard Level15
Elementary Arithmetic - 10th Standard Level15
General Knowledge20
Total100

Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Exam Pattern

The MTS examination covers Numerical and Mathematical Ability, Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving, General Awareness, and English Language and Comprehension.

Total Questions100
Total Marks100
Duration90 Minutes
Negative Marking0.25 Mark per Incorrect Answer

ISRO SDSC SHAR Job Location 2026

  • Selected candidates may be posted at the following ISRO facilities depending on their post code and vacancy availability.
  • Applicants for posts with multiple notified locations must provide their order of posting preference. Allocation is based on merit, preference and vacancy availability. Selected candidates are also subject to all-India transfer liability within ISRO/Department of Space.
Post CodesNotified Posting Location
12SDSC SHAR Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh / Balasore Rocket Launching Station, Odisha
10, 16, 17, 18, 19SDSC SHAR Sriharikota / Propellant Complex Rasayani, Maharashtra
20Propellant Complex Rasayani, Raigad, Maharashtra
30ADRIN, Secunderabad, Telangana
Remaining PostsSDSC SHAR, Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh

Documents Required for ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026

  • Valid Email Address and Mobile Number
  • 10th/SSLC/SSC Certificate for Age and Qualification Proof
  • Diploma/Degree/ITI/NTC/NAC Certificates, as applicable
  • Nursing Registration Certificate, where applicable
  • Driving Licence and Experience Certificates for Driver Posts
  • Category/Reservation Certificate, where applicable
  • PwBD/Ex-servicemen Certificates, if applicable
  • Recent Photograph and Signature
  • Other documents prescribed for the selected post code
  • Bank Account Details for the eligible processing-fee refund
  • Applicants must ensure that their uploaded documents are valid and legible. Original certificates must be produced during the prescribed verification stage.
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Salary

Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) positions fall under Level 1 of the 7th CPC pay matrix, with a salary ranging from Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 56,900/- plus admissible allowances.

What Level 1 pays in the first month
Pay levelBasic payGross a monthIn-hand a month
Level 1₹18,000₹34,407₹31,193

DA 63%, Y-class city, NPS and CGHS deducted.

Selection process

  1. Stage 1

    The selection procedure differs according to the notified post.

  2. Stage 2

    For posts with qualifying skill or physical tests, the final merit is prepared according to the written examination performance of candidates who qualify in the required subsequent stages.

  3. Stage 3

    Post Category : Selection Stages.

  4. Stage 4

    Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant A : Written Test and Qualifying Skill Test.

  5. Stage 5

    Technician B and Draughtsman B : Written Test and Qualifying Skill Test.

  6. Stage 6

    Nurse B : Written Test and Qualifying Skill Test.

  7. Stage 7

    Fireman A : Written Test, Physical Efficiency Test and Detailed Medical Examination.

  8. Stage 8

    Light Vehicle Driver A / Heavy Vehicle Driver A : Written Test and Qualifying Skill Test.

  9. Stage 9

    Multi-Tasking Staff : Written Test.

  10. Stage 10

    The selection process typically comprises a Written Test consisting of objective multiple-choice questions, followed by a Skill Test, Physical Efficiency Test, or Detailed Medical Examination depending on the specific post requirements.

How to Apply for ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026

  1. Step 1

    Visit the official SDSC SHAR website at www.shar.gov.in or the application portal at apps.shar.gov.in.

  2. Step 2

    Open Advertisement No. SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026.

  3. Step 3

    Read the detailed notification and identify the post code matching your qualifications.

  4. Step 4

    Open the online application and enter the required personal, educational and contact information.

  5. Step 5

    Provide a valid email address and mobile number.

  6. Step 6

    Select the relevant post code and posting preferences, where applicable.

  7. Step 7

    Upload the photograph, signature and required supporting documents according to the portal specifications.

  8. Step 8

    Review all application details carefully.

  9. Step 9

    Pay the applicable processing fee through the online payment facility.

  10. Step 10

    Complete the application submission by 16 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.

  11. Step 11

    Save the generated Registration Number and application details for future reference.

  12. Step 12

    Multiple Post Codes: Candidates eligible for more than one post code must submit separate applications and pay the prescribed fee separately for each post code.

Source: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) official notice (apps.shar.gov.in). If anything here differs from the official notice, the notice is correct. How we check facts

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