⚠️ Early notice: Applications are expected to open on 10-08-2026. This page will be updated automatically once full details are released.
Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC) invites online applications (ISRO Live Register) from eligible candidates for 6 Scientist/Engineer ‘SD’ posts across biomedical and life-science related disciplines. Applications open on 10-08-2026 and close on 30-08-2026 (1700 hrs). Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline with specified pre-requisite ME/M.Tech/MS/BE/B.Tech/BS-MS qualifications and meet age criteria (upper age limit 35 years as on 30-08-2026). Selected candidates will be placed in Level-11 (Rs. 67,700–Rs. 2,08,700) with admissible allowances. Selection is by screening and personal interview; there is no application fee.
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Vacancy Details
- Scientist/Engineer SD – Post Code 01 (Bioinstrumentation / Biophysics / Medical Physics): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Ph.D. in Bioinstrumentation, Biophysics or Medical Physics; Pre-requisite: ME/M.Tech/MS in Biomedical-Instrumentation/Medical Imaging & Informatics/Healthcare Informatics/Biomedical Engineering/Bioengineering (60% / 6.5 CGPA) AND BE/B.Tech in any field (65% / 6.84 CGPA).- UR: 1
- Scientist/Engineer SD – Post Code 02 (Developmental Biology / Biotechnology): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Ph.D. in Developmental Biology or Biotechnology; Pre-requisite: ME/M.Tech/MS in Biotechnology/Bioscience & Bioengineering/Biochemical Engineering/Biological Sciences (60% / 6.5 CGPA) AND BE/B.Tech in any field (65% / 6.84 CGPA) OR BS-MS dual degree in Biological Sciences (60% / 6.5 CGPA).- UR: 1
- Scientist/Engineer SD – Post Code 03 (Cellular & Molecular Biology / Cell Biology): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Ph.D. in Cellular & Molecular Biology or Cell Biology; Pre-requisite: MSc in Microbiology/Molecular Biology/Cell and Molecular Biology/Biochemistry/Genetics/Life Sciences (60% / 6.5 CGPA) AND BSc in any field (60% / 6.5 CGPA) OR BS-MS dual degree in Biological Sciences (60% / 6.5 CGPA).- UR: 1
- Scientist/Engineer SD – Post Code 04 (Computational Biology / Systems Biology / Bioinformatics): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Systems Biology or Bioinformatics; Pre-requisite: ME/M.Tech/MS in Biomedical Engineering/Computational Biology/Bioinformatics/Biotechnology/Bioscience & Bioengineering/Biochemical Engineering (60% / 6.5 CGPA) AND BE/B.Tech in any field (65% / 6.84 CGPA) OR BS-MS dual degree in Biological Sciences (60% / 6.5 CGPA).- UR: 1
- Scientist/Engineer SD – Post Code 05 (Biomedical Engineering / Biomedical Sciences – Biomechanics): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or Biomedical Sciences with thesis in biomechanics/human movement/musculoskeletal modeling or equivalent; Pre-requisite: ME/M.Tech/MS in Biomechanics/Biomechanical Engineering/Biomedical Engineering (60% / 6.5 CGPA) AND BE/B.Tech in any field (65% / 6.84 CGPA).- UR: 1
- Scientist/Engineer SD – Post Code 06 (Biomedical Engineering / Biomedical Sciences – Bio-imaging/Signal Processing): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or Biomedical Sciences with thesis in bio-imaging/signal processing/bioinformatics or equivalent; Pre-requisite: ME/M.Tech/MS in Biomedical Engineering/Bioinformatics/Biotechnology/Bioscience & Bioengineering/Medical Imaging & Informatics/Biomedical Signal Processing (60% / 6.5 CGPA) AND BE/B.Tech in any field (65% / 6.84 CGPA).- UR: 1
Qualification Requirements
Essential: Ph.D. in the relevant discipline for each post (e.g., Bioinstrumentation, Biophysics, Medical Physics, Developmental Biology, Biotechnology, Cellular & Molecular Biology, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Engineering/Biomedical Sciences). Pre-requisite: specified ME/M.Tech/MS/MSc/BE/B.Tech/BS-MS qualifications with minimum marks/CGPA as per post code. Degrees must be from recognized institutes; foreign degrees require AIU equivalency. ODL professional courses are not eligible. ISRO-specific rules apply for CGPA/percentage conversion.
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 35 years
Application Fees
- All Categories: ₹0
Selection Process
- 1: Initial screening of online applications submitted through the ISRO Live Register portal to shortlist candidates for interview.
- 2: Shortlisted candidates invited for a Personal Interview.
- 3: Final selection is based solely on performance in the Personal Interview. Candidates may opt to give the interview in Hindi.
How to Apply
- Visit the ISRO Live Register portal via https://www.isro.gov.in and go to the ‘Career’ tab.
- Register or update your existing Live Register registration.
- Select and apply only against the post code matching your essential and pre-requisite qualification.
- Fill the online application form, enter correct details in all mandatory fields and upload photo, signature and qualification certificates as specified.
- Submit the application on or before 30-08-2026 (1700 hrs) and print the submitted application for future reference.
- Do not send any documents by post or email; ensure documents meet format and size specifications.
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Important Dates
- Opening date for online registration and application:
- Closing date for online registration, application submission and printing of summary:
- Crucial date of eligibility (for qualification, age, etc.):
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum educational qualifications required?
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline for the post applied for. In addition, specified pre-requisite ME/M.Tech/MS/MSc/BE/B.Tech or BS-MS qualifications with required minimum marks/CGPA are required as listed for each post code.
How do I apply for these HSFC Scientist/Engineer SD posts?
Apply online through the ISRO Live Register portal via the ISRO website. Register or update your registration, fill the online application form, upload the required photo, signature and qualification certificates, and submit the application before 30-08-2026 (1700 hrs).
What is the last date to apply?
The closing date for online registration and application submission is 30-08-2026 (1700 hrs). Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection involves initial screening of online applications to shortlist candidates, followed by a Personal Interview. Final selection is based purely on performance in the Personal Interview.
What is the salary or pay scale for the selected candidates?
Selected candidates will be placed in Level-11 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 67,700 – Rs. 2,08,700). Approximate gross emoluments are Rs. 67,700 per month plus admissible allowances.
