Scientist/Engineer 'SC' - Machine Design Recruitment at Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (SDSC SHAR)
The Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (SDSC SHAR), a vital component of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) under the Department of Space, Government of India, is renowned as India's space port, located near Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh. SDSC SHAR is currently inviting dynamic and highly qualified professionals to join its esteemed ranks for the position of Scientist/Engineer 'SC' in Machine Design. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to world-class launch base infrastructure supporting diverse national and international satellite and launch vehicle missions. If you possess advanced engineering qualifications in Machine Design and are eager to work at the forefront of space technology, this career path promises significant growth and contribution to national development.
Table of Contents
- Job Summary
- Details of Position
- Eligibility Details
- Application Details
- Important Conditions
- Mode of Selection
- Important Links
Job Summary
- Organization: Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (SDSC SHAR)
- Job Title: Scientist/Engineer 'SC' - Machine Design (Post Code 01)
- Deadline: 14.11.2025
Details of Position
The advertisement indicates one vacancy for the position of Scientist/Engineer 'SC' - Level 10 (Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500/-).
| Post Code | Discipline | Reservation & No. of vacancies | Location | Pay Scale (Level 10) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Machine Design | UR-01 (General - 01) | Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh | Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500/- |
Eligibility Details
Candidates must meet the following criteria for the post of Scientist/Engineer 'SC' in Machine Design:
- Essential Qualification (Pre-requisite): First Class Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc. (Engineering) or equivalent qualification, with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks (Average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.84 on a 10-point scale.
- Essential Qualification (Post Graduate): M.E./M.Tech./M.Sc (Engg) or equivalent post-graduate degree in Machine Design with an aggregate minimum of 60% marks or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.5 on a 10-point scale.
- Alternative Qualification for AMIE/Grad IETE candidates: Minimum 65% marks or CGPA 6.84 on a 10 point scale in Section B alone for candidates with AMIE/Grad IETE qualification.
Age Criteria: The upper age limit as on 14.11.2025 is 18-30 Years.
Note on Dual/Integrated Degrees: Equivalence and calculation criteria for CGPA/Percentage in dual/integrated degrees apply as specified in the general notes.
Application Details
- Application Deadline: 14.11.2025 (by 17:00 hrs)
- Application Method: Online only via the official ISRO/SDSC SHAR website.
- Application Fee: Rs. 750/- (Rupees Seven Hundred and Fifty only) processing fee, refundable only upon appearing in the written test, as detailed in the general instructions.
- Required Documents for Upload (Scanned Copies): Recent passport photograph (JPG, max 40 KB, 110x140 px), Signature (JPG, max 20 KB, 200x50 px), SC/ST/Disability/Ex-servicemen certificate (for fee refund), Essential Qualification documents (up to 1 MB), and NOC (if applicable).
Important Conditions
- Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria as on the last date of receipt of applications (14.11.2025).
- Applications must be submitted online; incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Candidates should avoid submitting multiple applications for the same Post Code; the last submitted online application will be considered final.
- Selected candidates are liable to be posted in any Centre/Unit of ISRO/DoS throughout India ('all India transfer liability').
- Age relaxation benefits apply for reserved categories as per Government of India Orders.
Mode of Selection
Selection will be based on Written Test (50% weightage) and Interview (50% weightage).
- Written Test Structure (For Post Codes 01 & 02): 100 Marks (Part A, B, C - 50% each; Part C is Descriptive: 20 Marks). Duration: 75 Minutes for Part A & B, 30 Minutes for Part C.
- Qualifying Criteria (For Post Code 01 & 02): Minimum 50% marks each in Part A, B & C, and an aggregate of 60%.
- Candidates qualifying the Written Test will be shortlisted for Interview in a 1:5 ratio (minimum 10 candidates).
- Tie-breaking order: 1st - Academic score of essential qualification; 2nd - Age (older candidate placed ahead).
