ISRO Opens Applications for 176 Scientist and Engineer Positions in 2026 Recruitment Drive

The Indian Space Research Organisation has announced a new recruitment cycle offering 176 vacancies for scientist and engineer roles. Applicants can now submit their credentials online ahead of the scheduled selection process.

29 Aug, 06:46 — 29 Aug, 07:47

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ISRO's recruitment drives are among India's most competitive technical hiring processes, directly feeding talent into high-stakes projects like the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission and future lunar exploration initiatives. Filling these specialized engineering roles is essential for maintaining India's growing capabilities in aerospace and satellite technology.

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ISRO is recruiting for exactly 176 Scientist/Engineer 'SC' positions
Vacancies are distributed across Electronics, Mechanical, and Computer Science disciplines
Candidates must hold relevant engineering degrees and meet age requirements

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ISRO is offering exactly 176 vacancies for the 2026 recruitment cycle

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The recruited positions carry the designation of Scientist/Engineer 'SC'

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Openings are restricted to candidates with backgrounds in Electronics, Mechanical, or Computer Science

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual3d ago

ISRO Scientist Engineer Recruitment 2026: How to apply for 176 vacancies?

ISRO has announced 176 Scientist, Engineer ‘SC’ vacancies in Electronics, Mechanical and Computer Science for eligible engineering graduates. Candidates meeting the prescribed academic and age criteria can apply online until September 16, 2026. The selection process includes a computer-based written test and personal interview, with equal weightage assigned to both stages for final selection.

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indian-expressMostly Factual3d ago