ISRO Assistant, JPA, UDC & Stenographer Recruitment 2026 – 244 Posts
Indian Space Research Organisation has invited online applications for Assistant, Junior Personal Assistant, Upper Division Clerk and Stenographer posts at ISRO centres, Department of Space offices and autonomous institutions.
244 Posts
Total vacancies
₹25,500
Minimum basic pay
28 Years
General upper age
Online
Application mode
Online application closes on 16 August 2026 at 11:55 PM.
Recruitment Overview
ISRO Centralised Recruitment Board has released a common recruitment notification for administrative and stenography posts carrying Pay Level 4.
Organisation
Indian Space Research Organisation
Department
Department of Space, Government of India
Recruitment board
ISRO Centralised Recruitment Board
Advertisement number
ISRO:ICRB:01(A-JPA):2026
Advertisement date
27 July 2026
Post names
Assistant, Junior Personal Assistant, Upper Division Clerk
and Stenographer
Total vacancies
244
Pay level
Level 4 of the Pay Matrix
Application method
Online only
Posting
ISRO and Department of Space centres or units across India
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
Assistant – ISRO Centres
Post Number
01
Total Vacancies
113
UR
47
OBC
16
SC
19
ST
16
EWS
15
Junior Personal Assistant – ISRO Centres
Post Number
02
Total Vacancies
81
UR
50
OBC
11
SC
08
ST
05
EWS
07
Upper Division Clerk
Post Number
03
Zone
Bengaluru
Total Vacancies
22
UR
08
OBC
05
SC
04
ST
02
EWS
03
Stenographer
Post Number
04
Zone
Bengaluru
Total Vacancies
10
UR
08
OBC
01
ST
01
Assistant – Autonomous Institutions
Post Number
05
Total Vacancies
17
UR
09
OBC
04
SC
01
ST
02
EWS
01
JPA – Autonomous Institution
Post Number
06
Zone
Ahmedabad
Total Vacancies
01
Category
UR
Grand Total: 244 Vacancies
Overall Category-Wise Vacancies
Unreserved
Category
UR
Vacancies
123
Other Backward Classes
Category
OBC
Vacancies
37
Scheduled Caste
Category
SC
Vacancies
32
Scheduled Tribe
Category
ST
Vacancies
26
Economically Weaker Section
Category
EWS
Vacancies
26
PwBD and Ex-Servicemen reservations are horizontal reservations
within the notified category and zone vacancies.
Zone-Wise Vacancy Summary
Ahmedabad Zone
Assistant
27
Junior Personal Assistant
21
Autonomous Assistant
11
Autonomous JPA
01
Zone Total
60
Bengaluru Zone
Assistant
26
Junior Personal Assistant
19
Upper Division Clerk
22
Stenographer
10
Zone Total
77
Hassan Zone
Assistant
01
Junior Personal Assistant
02
Zone Total
03
Hyderabad Zone
Assistant
13
Junior Personal Assistant
02
Zone Total
15
Mahendragiri Zone
Assistant
07
Junior Personal Assistant
02
Zone Total
09
New Delhi Zone
Assistant
01
Identified Location
IIRS, Dehradun
Sriharikota Zone
Assistant
32
Junior Personal Assistant
14
Autonomous Assistant
03
Zone Total
49
Autonomous Location
NARL, Gadanki
Thiruvananthapuram Zone
Assistant
06
Junior Personal Assistant
21
Autonomous Assistant
03
Zone Total
30
Assistant and UDC Qualification
Applicable to Post Numbers 1, 3 and 5
Qualification
Graduation from a recognised university
Minimum Marks
60%
CGPA Alternative
6.32 on a 10-point scale
Course Duration
Graduation must be completed within the prescribed duration
Computer Skill
Proficiency in the use of computers
CGPA-to-percentage conversion is not permitted merely for
satisfying ISRO eligibility when only CGPA is mentioned in the
degree certificate or consolidated marksheet.
JPA and Stenographer Qualification
Graduation Route
Qualification
Graduation from a recognised university
Minimum Marks
60%
CGPA Alternative
6.32 on a 10-point scale
Diploma Route
Qualification
Diploma in Commercial or Secretarial Practice
Minimum Marks
60%
CGPA Alternative
6.32 on a 10-point scale
Common Experience and Skills
Experience
One year as Steno-Typist or Stenographer
English Stenography
Minimum 60 words per minute
Computer Skill
Proficiency in the use of computers
For DCP or DCCP candidates, the applicable BOAT apprenticeship
training certificate may be considered equivalent to one year
of Steno-Typist or Stenographer experience.
Age Limit
UR and EWS Candidates
Maximum Age
28 years
Age Calculation Date
16 August 2026
OBC Candidates
Maximum Age
31 years
Condition
Where the post is reserved for OBC
SC and ST Candidates
Maximum Age
33 years
Condition
Where the post is reserved for SC or ST
Further age relaxation is applicable to serving government
employees, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD candidates, meritorious
sportspersons, widows, divorced women and judicially separated
women who have not remarried, according to Government of India
orders.
Pay and Allowances
Pay Level 4 – ₹25,500 Basic Pay
Minimum monthly basic pay plus applicable government
allowances
Monthly Allowances
Dearness Allowance
Applicable
House Rent Allowance
Applicable
Transport Allowance
Applicable
Other Benefits
Pension
New Pension Scheme
Medical Facilities
For employee and dependants
Additional Benefits
Canteen, limited quarters, LTC, insurance and applicable
advances
Application Fee and Refund
Assistant or UDC Group
Initial Payment
₹500
Actual Application Fee
₹100
Applicable Posts
Assistant and Upper Division Clerk
JPA or Stenographer Group
Initial Payment
₹500
Actual Application Fee
₹100
Applicable Posts
JPA and Stenographer
Both Post Groups
Initial Payment
₹1,000
Applicable Choice
Assistant or UDC group plus JPA or Stenographer group
Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates who attend the
written test are eligible for a full refund of the processing
fee.
Other candidates who attend the written test will receive the
processing-fee refund after deduction of the ₹100 application
fee.
No refund will be considered when the candidate does not appear
for the written test or CBT. Correct bank-account details must
be entered in the application.
Fee Payment Method
Bharatkosh Online Payment
Payment Gateway
Bharatkosh e-Payment
Internet Banking
Accepted
UPI
Accepted
Domestic Debit Card
Accepted
Payment Deadline
16 August 2026
Cash, cheque, demand draft, money order, IPO and other offline
payment methods will not be accepted.
Selection Process
1
Application Screening
ISRO will screen the online application according to the notified qualification, age, category and other conditions.
ISRO will screen the online application according to the notified qualification, age, category and other conditions.
2
Written Test or CBT
Eligible candidates will appear for a 150-minute objective examination.
Eligible candidates will appear for a 150-minute objective examination.
3
Skill-Test Shortlisting
Candidates will normally be shortlisted in a maximum ratio of 1:5 to the category-wise vacancies, with the prescribed minimum number of candidates.
Candidates will normally be shortlisted in a maximum ratio of 1:5 to the category-wise vacancies, with the prescribed minimum number of candidates.
4
Computer Literacy Test
Assistant, UDC, JPA and Stenographer candidates must qualify the computer-based skill test.
Assistant, UDC, JPA and Stenographer candidates must qualify the computer-based skill test.
5
Stenography Test
JPA and Stenographer candidates must additionally qualify the English stenography test.
JPA and Stenographer candidates must additionally qualify the English stenography test.
6
Final Merit
Final selection will be based on written-test marks among candidates who qualify the skill test.
Final selection will be based on written-test marks among candidates who qualify the skill test.
7
Original Document Verification
Original qualification, age, category, experience and NOC documents will be checked during the skill-test stage.
Original qualification, age, category, experience and NOC documents will be checked during the skill-test stage.
The skill test is qualifying in nature. Written-test marks will
determine the final merit among candidates who qualify it.
Assistant and UDC Written-Test Pattern
General English
Questions
50
Marks
50
Quantitative Aptitude
Questions
50
Marks
50
General Intelligence and Reasoning
Questions
50
Marks
50
General Knowledge
Questions
50
Marks
50
Total: 200 questions, 200 marks and 150 minutes.
Each correct answer carries one mark and each incorrect answer
attracts a negative mark of 0.25.
JPA and Stenographer Written-Test Pattern
English Language and Comprehension
Questions
100
Marks
100
General Intelligence and Reasoning
Questions
50
Marks
50
Quantitative Aptitude and General Knowledge
Questions
50
Marks
50
Total: 200 questions, 200 marks and 150 minutes.
The objective examination follows the +1 and -0.25 marking
pattern.
Written-Test Qualifying Marks
Unreserved Candidates
Required Marks
50% in each prescribed part
Reserved Candidates
Required Marks
40% in each prescribed part
Condition
Against notified reserved vacancies
Skill-Test Details
Computer Literacy Test
MS Word
35 marks
MS Excel
35 marks
MS PowerPoint
30 marks
UR Passing Marks
60%
Reserved Passing Marks
50%
Stenography Test
Applicable Posts
JPA and Stenographer
Required Speed
60 words per minute in English
UR Maximum Errors
10%
Reserved Maximum Errors
12%
Important Dates
Advertisement Released
Date
27 July 2026
Online Registration Opens
Date
27 July 2026
Opening Time
10:00 AM
Online Application Closes
Last Date
16 August 2026
Closing Time
11:55 PM
Written Test
Exam Date
Will be announced later
Call Letter
Registered email and SMS
Skill Test
Date
Will be announced later
Eligible Candidates
Written-test shortlisted candidates
Multiple-Post Application Rules
- Candidates may apply for more than one different post, subject to the notification conditions.
- A candidate may select different posts under the same or different zones.
- A candidate cannot apply for the same post in more than one zone.
- Candidates applying for posts from both examination groups should choose the same written-test centre.
- A common application is considered for all posts selected by the candidate.
- Eligibility and reservation will be assessed separately for each selected post number.
Example: A candidate may apply for Assistant in Ahmedabad and
UDC in Bengaluru, but cannot apply for Assistant in both
Ahmedabad and Bengaluru.
Documents to Upload
- Recent colour passport-size photograph not older than six months.
- Photograph in JPG or JPEG format within the portal’s prescribed size.
- Clear signature in JPG or JPEG format.
- SC or ST certificate when applicable for full processing-fee refund.
- PwBD certificate when applicable.
- Ex-Servicemen certificate when applicable.
- Supporting document required for women candidates under the portal instructions, where applicable.
Candidates should keep original qualification, marks, age,
category, experience and employer-NOC documents ready for
verification when called.
How to Apply Online
1
Read the Official Notification
Check all post, zone, category, qualification, experience, fee and selection conditions.
Check all post, zone, category, qualification, experience, fee and selection conditions.
2
Open the ISRO Application Portal
Use the official Apply Online link provided below.
Use the official Apply Online link provided below.
3
Complete Registration
Enter a valid mobile number and active email address and save the generated registration number.
Enter a valid mobile number and active email address and save the generated registration number.
4
Select the Correct Post and Zone
Choose the required post number, category and permitted zone carefully.
Choose the required post number, category and permitted zone carefully.
5
Enter Academic Details
Provide the graduation or diploma marks, CGPA, course duration and experience details exactly as shown in certificates.
Provide the graduation or diploma marks, CGPA, course duration and experience details exactly as shown in certificates.
6
Upload Photograph and Signature
Upload clear JPG or JPEG images within the size limits shown on the portal.
Upload clear JPG or JPEG images within the size limits shown on the portal.
7
Upload Supporting Certificate
Upload the applicable SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen or other required document for fee-refund eligibility.
Upload the applicable SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen or other required document for fee-refund eligibility.
8
Enter Refund Bank Details
Enter the bank name, branch, account-holder name, account number and IFSC correctly.
Enter the bank name, branch, account-holder name, account number and IFSC correctly.
9
Pay the Processing Fee
Complete payment through Bharatkosh using the online payment link generated after submission.
Complete payment through Bharatkosh using the online payment link generated after submission.
10
Complete Final Submission
Submit the application by 16 August 2026 at 11:55 PM.
Submit the application by 16 August 2026 at 11:55 PM.
11
Save the Application
Download or print the completed application, registration number and fee-payment receipt.
Download or print the completed application, registration number and fee-payment receipt.
Applications are accepted online only. Do not send a printed
application to ISRO unless specifically instructed at a later
stage.
Important Instructions
- Only Indian nationals need apply.
- Candidates must satisfy all eligibility requirements by the online closing date.
- The notified number of vacancies is provisional and may be increased or decreased.
- The posts are temporary but are likely to continue.
- Appointees may be posted or transferred to any Department of Space or ISRO centre or unit.
- Government, PSU and autonomous-body employees must produce an original No Objection Certificate at the skill test.
- No travelling allowance will be paid for the written test.
- Eligible skill-test candidates may receive second-class train fare reimbursement according to the notification conditions.
- Original documents must be produced during the skill test.
- Incorrect or false information may result in rejection or cancellation of appointment.
- Written-test and skill-test call letters will be sent through the registered email address or SMS.
- ISRO will not send a separate hard-copy call letter.
- Candidates should monitor the official ISRO recruitment page for exam dates, call letters and corrigenda.
Important Official Links
Recruitment Contact
Recruitment Authority
ISRO Centralised Recruitment Board
Recruitment Email
rmt-icrb@isro.gov.in
Official Updates
ISRO recruitment page and registered candidate email
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ISRO vacancies are available?
The notification contains 244 vacancies across six post and
institution categories.
How many Assistant vacancies are available?
There are 113 Assistant vacancies at ISRO centres and 17
Assistant vacancies at autonomous institutions.
How many JPA vacancies are available?
There are 81 Junior Personal Assistant vacancies at ISRO
centres and one at an autonomous institution.
How many UDC vacancies are available?
ISRO has announced 22 Upper Division Clerk vacancies in the
Bengaluru zone.
How many Stenographer vacancies are available?
Ten Stenographer vacancies are available in the Bengaluru zone.
What qualification is required for Assistant and UDC?
Graduation with at least 60% marks or 6.32 CGPA and computer
proficiency is required.
What qualification is required for JPA and Stenographer?
Candidates need the prescribed graduation or commercial or
secretarial-practice diploma, one year of stenography experience,
60 wpm English stenography and computer proficiency.
What is the general age limit?
The maximum age is 28 years as on 16 August 2026, subject to
category and other applicable relaxations.
What is the salary?
All posts carry Pay Level 4 with minimum basic pay of ₹25,500
plus DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and applicable benefits.
What is the application fee?
The actual application fee is ₹100, but candidates must
initially pay the prescribed refundable processing amount.
Who receives a full processing-fee refund?
Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates who appear in
the written test receive a full refund.
What is the last date to apply?
The online application closes on 16 August 2026 at 11:55 PM.
Can a candidate apply for multiple posts?
Yes, subject to the conditions stated in the notification. The
same post cannot be selected in multiple zones.
What is the selection process?
Selection consists of a written test followed by a qualifying
skill test and original-document verification.
How will final merit be prepared?
Final merit will be based on written-test marks among candidates
who qualify the skill test.
Is the application completely online?
Yes. Applications are accepted only through the official online
portal.
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