ISRO Scientist/Engineer SD Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 6 Vacancies
ISRO Scientist/Engineer Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC), Bengaluru, under the Department of Space, Government of India. HSFC has invited online applications for Scientist/Engineer-SD posts under Group A in Pay Level 11. A total of 6 vacancies are available across specialised disciplines including Bioinstrumentation, Developmental Biology, Cellular & Molecular Biology, Computational Biology, Biomedical Engineering and Biomedical Sciences.
Eligible candidates can apply through the ISRO Live Register portal from 10 August 2026, while the last date to submit the online application is 30 August 2026 up to 5:00 PM. The crucial date for eligibility, including qualification and age, is also 30 August 2026.
Quick Overview
| Recruiting Organization | ISRO – Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC) |
| Post Name | Scientist/Engineer-SD |
| Advertisement No. | HSFC:01:RMT:2026 |
| Advertisement Date | 10 August 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 6 |
| Job Type | Government Job |
| Job Location | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| Application Fee | No application fee |
| Pay Level | Level 11 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 30 August 2026 |
ISRO Scientist/Engineer SD Vacancy 2026
| Post Code | Discipline | Vacancies | Category |
| 01 | Bioinstrumentation OR Biophysics OR Medical Physics | 1 | UR |
| 02 | Developmental Biology OR Biotechnology | 1 | UR |
| 03 | Cellular & Molecular Biology OR Cell Biology | 1 | UR |
| 04 | Computational Biology OR Systems Biology OR Bioinformatics | 1 | UR |
| 05 | Biomedical Engineering OR Biomedical Sciences | 1 | UR |
| 06 | Biomedical Engineering OR Biomedical Sciences | 1 | UR |
ISRO Scientist/Engineer SD Eligibility Criteria
Post Code 01 – Bioinstrumentation / Biophysics / Medical Physics
Essential Qualification:
- Ph.D. in Bioinstrumentation, Biophysics or Medical Physics from a recognized university/institute.
- ME/M.Tech/MS in relevant areas such as Biomedical Instrumentation, Medical Imaging & Informatics, Healthcare Informatics, Biomedical Engineering or Bioengineering with 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA, along with BE/B.Tech in any field with 65% marks or 6.84 CGPA
Post Code 02 – Developmental Biology / Biotechnology
Essential Qualification:
- Ph.D. in Developmental Biology or Biotechnology from a recognized university/institute.
- ME/M.Tech/MS qualifications with 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA, along with BE/B.Tech in any field with 65% marks or 6.84 CGPA.
- OR
- BS-MS dual degree in Biological Sciences or with Biology specialization with 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA .
Post Code 03 – Cellular & Molecular Biology / Cell Biology
Essential Qualification:
- Ph.D. in Cellular & Molecular Biology or Cell Biology from a recognized university/institute.
- MSc in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Cell and Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics or Life Sciences with 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA.
Post Code 04 – Computational Biology / Systems Biology / Bioinformatics
Essential Qualification:
- Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Systems Biology or Bioinformatics from a recognized university/institute.
- ME/M.Tech/MS qualifications such as Biomedical Engineering, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Bioscience & Bioengineering or Biochemical Engineering with 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA, plus BE/B.Tech in any field with 65% marks or 6.84 CGPA.
- OR
- A BS-MS dual degree in Biological Sciences/Biology specialization with 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA is also specified as an alternative.
Post Code 05 – Biomedical Engineering / Biomedical Sciences
Essential Qualification:
- Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or Biomedical Sciences, with thesis in areas such as biomechanics, human movement, musculoskeletal modelling or equivalent.
- ME/M.Tech/MS in Biomechanics, Biomechanical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering with 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA, together with BE/B.Tech in any field with 65% marks or 6.84 CGPA.
Post Code 06 – Biomedical Engineering / Biomedical Sciences
Essential Qualification:
- Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or Biomedical Sciences, with thesis in areas such as bio-imaging, signal processing, bioinformatics or equivalent.
- ME/M.Tech/MS qualifications in Biomedical Engineering, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Bioscience & Bioengineering, Medical Imaging & Informatics or Biomedical Signal Processing with 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA, along with BE/B.Tech in any field with 65% marks or 6.84 CGPA.
Important Qualification Conditions
Candidates should carefully note the following conditions:
- Required qualifications must be possessed on or before 30 August 2026.
- Degrees awarded by foreign universities require an equivalency certificate from AIU, New Delhi at the time of Personal Interview.
- Candidates who completed professional courses through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) are not eligible for consideration.
- Candidates can apply for more than one post
Age Limit
- Maximum age - 35 years.
- Age Calculation Date - 30 August 2026
- Serving Central Government employees, PwBD candidates and Ex-Servicemen are eligible for applicable upper-age relaxation according to the prevailing Government of India rules/orders.
Salary
- Pay Level - Level 11
- Pay Scale - ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700
- Basic Pay - ₹67,700 per month + admissible allowances
Application Fee
- Application Fee: ₹0
ISRO Scientist/Engineer SD Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Initial Screening
- Personal Interview
- Final Selection
Important Dates
| Advertisement Date | 10 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 10 August 2026 at 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 August 2026 at 5:00 PM |
Documents Required for Online Application
Candidates are required to upload clear scanned copies of the prescribed documents.
- Recent colour passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Essential qualification certificates
- Pre-requisite qualification certificates
- PwBD certificate, wherever applicable
- Discharge Certificate for Ex-Servicemen, wherever applicable
- NOC for serving Central Government employees, wherever applicable
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should follow these steps:
- Visit the official ISRO website.
- Go to the Career section.
- Access the ISRO Live Register.
- Register or update the Live Register profile.
- Select the appropriate Scientist/Engineer-SD Post Code.
- Enter all required personal, educational and other details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and qualification certificates.
- Review the application carefully.
- Submit the online application before the deadline.
- Save the Online Registration Number and take a printout of the application for future reference.
Important Web Links To Apply
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official website | Click Here |
Important Points to Remember
- All six vacancies are listed as UR in the notification.
- The maximum age is 35 years for all posts.
- The application fee is Nil.
- The starting basic pay is ₹67,700 per month under Level 11.
- Candidates must possess the required qualification by 30 August 2026.
- Applications are accepted online only.
- Initial screening will be conducted before the interview.
- Final selection is based on Personal Interview performance.
- Candidates should carefully choose the correct Post Code based on their qualifications.
- HSFC/ISRO may place selected candidates at any ISRO/Department of Space Centre or Unit in India as required.
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in ISRO Scientist/Engineer SD Recruitment 2026?
Ans: There are 6 Scientist/Engineer-SD vacancies under HSFC.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for ISRO Scientist/Engineer SD Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date is 30 August 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
Q3. What is the age limit for ISRO Scientist/Engineer SD posts?
Ans: The maximum age is 35 years for Post Codes 01 to 06, subject to applicable Government rules for age relaxation.
Q4. What is the salary of ISRO Scientist/Engineer SD?
Ans: The post carries Pay Level 11, with a basic pay of ₹67,700 per month, plus admissible allowances.
Q6. What is the selection process for ISRO Scientist/Engineer SD posts?
Ans: Candidates are initially screened based on their online applications and shortlisted for Personal Interview. Final selection is based on interview performance.
Q7. Can a candidate apply for more than one post for ISRO Scientist/Engineer SD posts?
Ans: Yes. Candidates can apply for more than one post, although HSFC may conduct interviews for multiple posts simultaneously if required.
