Opening a gateway to join India’s space exploration mission, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has officially invited online applications for direct recruitment to 97 technical, medical, administrative, and auxiliary positions at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC SHAR) in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. Formally notified under employment advertisement SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026, the recruitment drive presents a prime opportunity for technical diploma holders, science graduates, certified healthcare professionals, and matriculate trade apprentices seeking careers within India's central aerospace infrastructure.
The digital submission portal became operational on Sunday, October 19, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official space agency recruitment portal at apps.shar.gov.in until the final deadline of Monday, November 9, 2026.
Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown: 97 Openings Across Engineering, Medical, and Support Wings
The 97 sanctioned vacancies are distributed across multiple operational and specialized departments at the Sriharikota launch facility.
The technical cadres account for the largest share of openings, led by 43 vacancies for Technicians, 14 positions for Technical Assistants, and 1 post for Draughtsman 'B'. In the research, academic, and medical support wings, ISRO has announced 3 vacancies for Scientific Assistants, 3 openings for Library Assistant 'A', and 3 posts for Nurse 'B'. Operational logistics and ground maintenance teams are also being expanded with 16 vacancies allocated for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), 7 openings for Heavy Vehicle Drivers, 5 positions for Light Vehicle Drivers, and 2 posts for Firemen.
Candidates are advised to carefully match their academic credentials and trade specializations against the official advertisement before selecting their applied post code on the registration portal.
Academic Qualifications, Multi-Stage CBT Selection, and Application Steps at apps.shar.gov.in
Educational requirements vary across the advertised posts to match operational duties at the spaceport. Applicants for the Technical Assistant role must possess a three-year state-board-recognized diploma in the relevant engineering trade, while Scientific Assistant candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry (PMC) or an accredited degree in Photography or Cinematography.
Aspiring Library Assistants must hold a graduate degree alongside a Master’s degree in Library Science, while Nurse 'B' candidates require a recognized three-year diploma in nursing. For Technician and Draughtsman 'B' posts, applicants must have completed Class 10th (Matriculation) paired with an ITI/NTC certificate in the relevant technical trade; Driver positions require Class 10th certification along with a valid commercial driving license and relevant operating experience; and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) candidates must have passed Class 10th.
Selection will be conducted through a nationwide Computer-Based Test (CBT) assessing core trade competencies, followed by a mandatory qualifying Skill Test, Trade Test, Physical Efficiency Test, or Driving Test depending on the post applied for, concluding with comprehensive document verification. Prospective candidates can complete the process by visiting apps.shar.gov.in, reviewing notification Advt03_2026.pdf, filling in the online application form, uploading supporting credentials, paying the requisite application fee via online payment gateways, and downloading the final confirmation slip for future selection rounds.
