ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026: 97 posts at Sriharikota incl. Technician B, MTS, Technical Assistant, Drivers. Apply online by 9 Nov 2026. Full details.
ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026
97 Posts at Sriharikota – Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Salary & Apply Online
A permanent ISRO job without leaving Andhra Pradesh is not something you see every month. The ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 is exactly that: 97 regular posts at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota (Tirupati district), with a few seats at Rasayani in Maharashtra, Balasore in Odisha and 4 driver posts at ADRIN in Secunderabad. The posts start at 10th class (MTS, Fireman) and go up to first-class diploma and degree holders (Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant). I read the full 43-page advertisement No. SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026 dated 19.10.2026 on the ISRO site. The window closes on 9 November 2026, so if you are eligible, do not sit on this one.
✓ Apply / focus if you are an ITI Fitter or Electronic Mechanic (29 seats together), a first-class Mechanical diploma holder, or a 10th-pass candidate aged 18-25 for MTS. Exam centres include Tirupati, Guntur, Visakhapatnam and Hyderabad.
✗ Skip if your diploma or degree is not first class (Technical/Scientific/Library Assistant and Nurse need first class), or you are above the age limit with no relaxation.
Why: central government Level 1 to Level 7 pay, a written-test-based selection with no interview for most posts, and most postings in our own state.
ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR, ISRO, Department of Space |
| Advertisement No. | SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026 dated 19.10.2026 |
| Total posts | 97 |
| Pay levels | Level 1 (MTS) to Level 7 (Technical/Scientific/Library Assistant, Nurse) |
| Age (as on 09.11.2026) | 18-35 years; 18-25 years for Fireman ‘A’ and MTS |
| Apply mode | Online only, at apps.shar.gov.in |
| Registration | 19.10.2026 (10:00 hrs) to 09.11.2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Selection | Written test (CBT) + skill test / PET as per post |
| Main posting | SDSC SHAR, Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh |
Post-wise Vacancies and Pay Level
| Post code | Post | Posts | Reservation | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 | Technical Assistant (Mechanical) | 7 | UR 1, OBC 1, SC 2, ST 2, EWS 1 | 7 |
| 08 | Technical Assistant (Electrical / EEE) | 1 | OBC 1 | 7 |
| 09 | Technical Assistant (Computer Science) | 1 | UR 1 | 7 |
| 10 | Technical Assistant (ECE) | 3 | UR 2, SC 1 | 7 |
| 11 | Technical Assistant (Civil) | 2 | OBC 1, EWS 1 | 7 |
| 12 | Scientific Assistant (Physics) | 2 | UR 1, OBC 1 | 7 |
| 13 | Scientific Assistant (Photography / Cinematography) | 1 | SC 1 | 7 |
| 14 | Library Assistant ‘A’ | 3 | OBC 1, SC 1, EWS 1 | 7 |
| 15 | Nurse ‘B’ | 3 | UR 1, SC 1, EWS 1 | 7 |
| 16 | Technician ‘B’ (Electrician) | 5 | UR 2, OBC 1, SC 2 | 3 |
| 17 | Technician ‘B’ (Chemical) | 3 | UR 2, EWS 1 | 3 |
| 18 | Technician ‘B’ (Fitter) | 17 | UR 5, OBC 8, SC 2, EWS 2 | 3 |
| 19 | Technician ‘B’ (Electronic Mechanic) | 12 | UR 4, OBC 6, EWS 2 | 3 |
| 20 | Technician ‘B’ (Boiler Attendant), PCR Rasayani | 2 | UR 2 | 3 |
| 21 | Technician ‘B’ (Turner) | 1 | UR 1 | 3 |
| 22 | Technician ‘B’ (Refrigeration & AC) | 1 | UR 1 | 3 |
| 23 | Technician ‘B’ (Civil Engg Assistant) | 1 | OBC 1 | 3 |
| 24 | Technician ‘B’ (Photography) | 1 | UR 1 | 3 |
| 25 | Draughtsman ‘B’ (Civil) | 1 | UR 1 | 3 |
| 26 | Fireman ‘A’ | 2 | SC 1, ST 1 | 2 |
| 27 | Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’ | 1 | OBC 1 | 2 |
| 28 | Heavy Vehicle Driver ‘A’ | 7 | UR 3, OBC 2, SC 1, EWS 1 | 2 |
| 29 | Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 16 | UR 6, OBC 4, SC 3, ST 1, EWS 2 | 1 |
| 30 | Light Vehicle Driver ‘A’, ADRIN Secunderabad | 4 | UR 3 (1 for ESM), OBC 1 | 2 |
| Total | 97 |
One post each under codes 07 and 18 is kept for hard-of-hearing PwBD candidates, and 7 posts across codes 16 to 28 are earmarked for Ex-Servicemen. SC, ST, OBC and EWS candidates do not need to apply again for UR seats; they are considered automatically if they meet the UR conditions.
Eligibility in Simple Words
| Post | Who can apply |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant (07-11) | First-class 3-year diploma in the same branch (Mechanical / Electrical or EEE / CSE / ECE / Civil) |
| Scientific Assistant Physics (12) | First-class B.Sc. with Physics as main and Maths and Chemistry as ancillary subjects |
| Scientific Assistant (13) | First-class BFA in Photography or Visual Arts (Cinematography) |
| Library Assistant ‘A’ (14) | First-class graduation plus a first-class Master's in Library (and Information) Science |
| Nurse ‘B’ (15) | First-class nursing diploma of at least 3 years, registered with the State Nursing Council |
| Technician ‘B’ (16-24) | SSLC/SSC plus ITI/NTC/NAC from NCVT in the listed trade (Boiler Attendant also needs a first-class Boiler Attendant certificate) |
| Draughtsman ‘B’ (25) | SSLC/SSC plus ITI/NTC/NAC in Draughtsman (Civil) from NCVT |
| Fireman ‘A’ (26) | 10th pass and the physical standards (e.g. men general category min. height 165 cm, weight 50 kg) |
| LVD ‘A’ (27, 30) | 10th pass, valid LVD licence and 3 years of LVD driving experience after getting the licence |
| HVD ‘A’ (28) | 10th pass, HVD licence (and public service badge where needed) and 5 years of driving, at least 3 of them on heavy vehicles |
| MTS (29) | 10th / SSLC / Matriculation pass |
Your qualification must be in hand by 9 November 2026. Driving experience from individual owners or part-time work is not counted; it must come from a government body or a registered company, society or trust.
Age Limit and Relaxation
Age is counted as on 09.11.2026. Most posts allow 18 to 35 years. Fireman ‘A’ and MTS allow only 18 to 25 years. SC/ST candidates get 5 extra years and OBC candidates 3 years, but only against posts reserved for their category. Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, central government employees and meritorious sportspersons get relaxation as per central rules.
Application Fee and Refund
| Posts | Pay at time of applying | Refund if you write the test |
|---|---|---|
| Level 7 posts (TA, SA, Library Assistant, Nurse) | Rs 750 | Full Rs 750 for women, SC/ST, PwBD, ESM; Rs 500 for others |
| Level 1-3 posts (Technician, Draughtsman, Fireman, Drivers, MTS) | Rs 500 | Full Rs 500 for women, SC/ST, PwBD, ESM; Rs 400 for others |
So everyone pays first, and the money comes back only if you actually appear for the written test. Enter your bank details correctly in the form, because the refund goes there. Each post code needs a separate application and separate fee.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
| Posts | Written test | Next stage |
|---|---|---|
| TA, SA, Library Assistant, Technician, Draughtsman | 80 MCQs in 1.5 hours; +1 right, -0.33 wrong; minimum 32/80 (UR) or 24/80 (reserved) | Skill test, 100 marks, qualifying only (50 for UR, 40 for reserved) |
| Nurse ‘B’ | 80 MCQs in 120 minutes; +1 / -0.33 | Skill test, qualifying only |
| Fireman ‘A’ | 80 MCQs in 120 minutes; +1 / -0.33 | PET (two stages, go/no-go) and detailed medical |
| LVD / HVD ‘A’ | 100 MCQs in 120 minutes: Motor Vehicles Act 50, English 15, Arithmetic 15, GK 20; -0.25 wrong; 50% in Part A and 50% in B+C+D | Driving skill test, minimum 60% for all |
| MTS | 100 MCQs in 90 minutes: numerical ability, reasoning, general awareness, English; -0.25 wrong | No skill test; merit on written marks |
For every post, the final rank comes from written test marks only. The skill test and PET are pass/fail. Shortlisting for the skill test is about 5 candidates per seat (minimum 10), and for Fireman PET up to 50 per seat. MTS needs at least 50% (UR/EWS), 45% (OBC) or 40% (other reserved categories). Fireman applicants must upload a Preliminary Medical Examination certificate from a government doctor with the application itself.
Last Year vs This Year
Cut-off, Competition and Safe Score
SDSC SHAR does not publish applicant counts or cut-offs on the recruitment page, so any "competition ratio" you see online is a guess. What I can tell you from the notice: the minimum bar for technical posts is 32 out of 80 for UR, but with 17 Fitter and 12 Electronic Mechanic seats against a very large pool of ITI holders, the real merit line will be far higher. My planning target (not official): aim for 55+ out of 80 in the technician/assistant paper and 70+ out of 100 for MTS, while keeping wrong answers low.
Exam Centres and the AP / Telangana Angle
The written test is a computer-based test in 18 cities: Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Bhopal, Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Dehradun, Guntur, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Patna, Thiruvananthapuram, Tirupati and Visakhapatnam (subject to enough candidates). Most posts are at Sriharikota itself, which is near Sullurpeta in Tirupati district. Physics Scientific Assistant may go to Balasore, and codes 10, 16, 17, 18 and 19 can go to Rasayani as well, as per your preference and merit. Driver code 30 is at ADRIN, Secunderabad. Remember that ISRO jobs carry all-India transfer liability.
Salary: Basic + DA From the Notice
| Posts | Pay level (basic range) | Approx. basic + DA per month |
|---|---|---|
| TA, SA, Library Assistant, Nurse | Level 7 (Rs 44,900 - 1,42,400) | Rs 71,840 |
| Technician ‘B’, Draughtsman ‘B’ | Level 3 (Rs 21,700 - 69,100) | Rs 34,720 |
| Fireman, LVD, HVD | Level 2 (Rs 19,900 - 63,200) | Rs 31,840 |
| MTS | Level 1 (Rs 18,000 - 56,900) | Rs 28,800 |
30-Day Preparation Plan
| Days | Technician / TA / Draughtsman | MTS / Drivers / Fireman |
|---|---|---|
| 1-10 | Trade theory of your ITI or diploma subjects (NCVT syllabus); one topic a day with notes | Arithmetic basics (percent, ratio, time-work), reasoning series and coding; drivers: Motor Vehicles Act basics |
| 11-20 | Workshop calculations, drawing basics, safety, measuring tools; 40 MCQs daily | General awareness (space missions, ISRO launches, current affairs), English grammar |
| 21-30 | Three full 80-question timed tests; revise mistakes | Three full timed tests; Fireman: running and fitness practice for PET |
Since ISRO is a space agency, revise recent ISRO launches and missions for the GK part. For technical posts, your diploma or NCVT textbooks are the best free source.
Common Mistakes While Applying
How to Apply
- Open apps.shar.gov.in (Online Recruitment, SDSC SHAR) and download the advertisement.
- Choose your post code and click Login against it to register with your email and mobile number.
- Fill personal, education and experience details; pick your exam city.
- Upload photo, signature, qualification documents (up to 1 MB) and category or PwBD/ESM certificate if any.
- Pay the fee online, enter bank details for refund, and download the registration confirmation.
ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for ISRO SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026?
9 November 2026 up to 23:59 hrs. Fee payment also closes at the same time.
How many vacancies are there?
97 posts across Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant, Nurse, Technician, Draughtsman, Fireman, drivers and MTS.
Can 10th pass candidates apply?
Yes, for MTS (16 posts) and Fireman (2 posts). Drivers also need 10th plus licence and experience.
What is the age limit for SHAR MTS?
18 to 25 years as on 9 November 2026, with category relaxation where applicable.
Is there an interview?
No. Selection is by written test, followed by a qualifying skill test or PET depending on the post.
Is there negative marking?
Yes. 0.33 per wrong answer for technical posts, Nurse and Fireman; 0.25 for drivers and MTS.
What is the salary of Technician B at SHAR?
Pay Level 3. Basic plus DA is about Rs 34,720 per month as per the notice, plus other benefits.
Where is the exam centre for AP and Telangana candidates?
Guntur, Tirupati, Visakhapatnam and Hyderabad are among the 18 exam cities.
Is the application fee refundable?
Yes, but only if you appear for the written test. Women, SC/ST, PwBD and ESM get the full amount back; others get Rs 500 (Level 7 posts) or Rs 400 (other posts).
Can a B.Tech holder apply for Technical Assistant?
The notice asks for a first-class 3-year diploma in the branch. Check the advertisement for how higher degrees are treated before applying.
Where will I be posted?
Mostly SDSC SHAR, Sriharikota. Some codes also cover Rasayani or Balasore, and code 30 is at ADRIN Secunderabad. All-India transfer applies.
Is the post permanent?
The notice says the posts are temporary but likely to continue, which is the standard wording for regular central government posts.
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Quick Summary
| Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Advt | SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026 |
| Posts | 97 |
| Last date | 9 Nov 2026 |
| Age | 18-35 (Fireman, MTS 18-25) |
| Fee | Rs 750 / Rs 500 (refund on appearing) |
| Selection | CBT + skill test / PET |