ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026: 48 JRF, Research Associate & Project Scientist Posts – Apply Online
The Space Applications Centre (SAC), ISRO, Ahmedabad, has invited online applications for Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Research Associate (RA) and Project Scientist-I positions under Advertisement No. SAC:02:2026.
This recruitment is suitable for eligible candidates with relevant Engineering, Science, Postgraduate and Research qualifications.
ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organisation | Space Applications Centre (SAC), ISRO |
| Advertisement No. | SAC:02:2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 48 |
| Posts | JRF, Research Associate, Project Scientist-I |
| Job Location | Ahmedabad |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | 10 September 2026 – 10:00 AM |
| Last Date | 30 September 2026 – 5:00 PM |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow | 33 |
| Research Associate | 8 |
| Project Scientist-I | 7 |
| Total | 48 |
Educational Qualification
Educational qualification varies by research position and discipline. Depending on the post, candidates may require relevant B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, M.Sc., Ph.D. or other prescribed qualifications.
Some positions also have requirements relating to national-level examinations, research experience or specialised subject areas.
Candidates must check the detailed SAC advertisement for the exact post-code qualification.
Age Limit
The prescribed maximum age varies according to the post. Candidates should check the official advertisement for the exact age limit and relaxation applicable to their category.
Salary / Fellowship
- Junior Research Fellow: Fellowship as prescribed by SAC/ISRO.
- Research Associate: Fellowship/remuneration according to the applicable category.
- Project Scientist-I: Remuneration as prescribed in the official notification.
The exact amount and applicable HRA/benefits should be verified from the official SAC advertisement.
Selection Process
Candidates are shortlisted according to the criteria prescribed in the SAC recruitment advertisement and called for the applicable selection/interview process.
Documents Required
- Educational certificates
- Marksheets
- Research/experience documents, where applicable
- National-level examination qualification proof, where applicable
- Identity proof
- Photograph
- Category certificate, where applicable
- Other documents specified by SAC
How to Apply
- Visit the official ISRO/SAC recruitment website.
- Open Advertisement No. SAC:02:2026.
- Read the detailed advertisement.
- Visit the SAC online recruitment portal.
- Register and complete the application.
- Upload the required documents.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
- Save the application acknowledgement.
Important Dates
| Advertisement Date | 10 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 10 September 2026 – 10:00 AM |
| Online Application Last Date | 30 September 2026 – 5:00 PM |
Important Links
👉 Official ISRO SAC Recruitment Notification
👉 SAC Online Recruitment Portal
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
There are 48 vacancies for JRF, Research Associate and Project Scientist-I positions.
Where is the job location?
The ISRO Space Applications Centre is located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
What is the last date?
The online application closes on 30 September 2026 at 5:00 PM.
What qualifications are required?
Qualifications vary by post and may include Engineering, Science, Postgraduate and Research qualifications.
Disclaimer: Candidates must verify post-wise eligibility, age, fellowship/remuneration and selection conditions from the official ISRO SAC notification.
