About Job
The Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad, a lead Centre under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space, is inviting applications for the position of Scientist/Engineer 'SD' in Pay Matrix Level -11. SAC focuses on the design and development of space-borne instruments for communication, navigation, remote sensing, and planetary missions, along with operationalizing space technology for national development. This is a prestigious opportunity for highly qualified professionals to contribute to cutting-edge space science and technology projects.
Table of Contents
- Job Summary
- Details of Position
- Eligibility Details
- Application Details
- Important Conditions
- Mode of Selection
- Important Links
Job Summary
Organization: Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad (under ISRO, Department of Space)
Position: Scientist/Engineer 'SD' (Group 'A' posts, Level 11)
Advertisement No.: SAC:01:2026
Publication Date: 23.01.2026
Application Deadline: 12.02.2026 (up to 1700 hours)
Details of Position
The advertisement details vacancies for Scientist/Engineer 'SD' in Level-11 (₹67,100–₹2,08,700) Pay Matrix, covering various disciplines:
| Post Code | Discipline | No. of Vacancies (UR) |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | RF and Microwave | 02 |
| 02 | Wireless Communication/Satellite Communication/Digital Communication | 01 |
| 03 | Agricultural Physics/Agricultural Meteorology | 01 |
Additional Details for Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Level 10: ₹56,100–₹ 1,77,500)
The advertisement also details vacancies for Scientist/Engineer 'SC' in Level-10, including roles in Electronics and Communication (Post Codes 04-07), Computer Science Engineering (Post Codes 07-08), Power Electronics (Post Code 09), Applied Optics (Post Code 10), Civil Engineering/Agriculture Engineering/Hydrology (Post Code 11), Agriculture (Post Code 12), Statistics/Mathematics/Applied Mathematics (Post Code 13), Physical Oceanography (Post Code 14), Marine Biology/Marine Science (Post Code 15), and Atmospheric Science and Oceanography (Post Code 16). Note that some vacancies are apportioned among SAC, VSSC, and NRSC.
Eligibility Details
For Scientist/Engineer 'SD' (Post Code 01-03) - M.E./M.Tech/Ph.D. based recruitment:
- Essential Qualification (PhD Option): PhD in the relevant field (e.g., RF and Microwave Engineering).
- Pre-requisite/s (For M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc. Engg. Equivalent): Minimum 60% marks aggregate (or CGPA 6.5/10) OR
- Pre-requisite/s (For B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. Engg. Equivalent): Minimum 65% marks aggregate (or CGPA 6.84/10) OR
- Pre-requisite/s (For B.Sc.): Minimum 60% marks (or CGPA 6.5/10).
Age Limit (as on 12.02.2026):
- Scientist/Engineer 'SD' (Post Codes 01-03): 18 – 35 years.
- Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Post Code 04-11, M.E./M.Tech based): 18 – 30 years.
- Scientist/Engineer 'SC' (Post Code 12-16, M.Sc. based): 18 – 28 years.
Age relaxation applies for Serving Central Govt. Employees, PwBDs, and Ex-Servicemen as per extant Govt. of India rules/orders.
Application Details
Application Deadline: 12.02.2026 (up to 1700 hours).
Application Method: Online only through the ISRO Live Register portal: https://www.isro.gov.in (under career tab) or https://careers.sac.gov.in.
Application Fee: There is no application fee for the post of Scientist/Engineer ‘SD' (Post Code 01-03).
Required Documents for Upload (in .pdf format, max 1MB): All Pre-requisite/ Essential Qualification certificates. Valid Caste/Tribe Certificate, PwBD certificate, or Discharge Certificate/NOC for Ex-Servicemen (as applicable for full refund of application Fee) (any one certificate for refund purpose).
Important Conditions
- Applications submitted without uploading requisite documents will be treated as invalid.
- Once submitted, the application cannot be edited.
- The E-mail ID provided must be correct as all communications (E-Admit Card, Interview intimation) will be sent via e-mail only.
- Candidates must upload a recent colour passport size photograph (not older than 6 months, max 1MB, 500x500 pixels) and signature (max 1MB, 700x200 pixels). No selfies allowed.
- Candidates applying for both Post Code 07 (SAC/ISRO) & Post Code 08 (NESAC) must make two separate applications and fee payments.
- Candidates applying for multiple posts must select a common city for the written test.
Mode of Selection
Selection process for Scientist/Engineer 'SC' involves two levels: (1) Written Test and (2) Personal Interview. Weightage for final panel generation is 50% for Written Test marks and 50% for Interview marks.
Important Links
- Online Registration Portal: https://www.isro.gov.in or https://careers.sac.gov.in (Open from 23.01.2026, 1000 hrs to 12.02.2026, 1700 hrs).
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