ISRO (ICRB) has released a notification for 244 vacancies for Assistant, Junior Personal Assistant (JPA), Upper Division Clerk (UDC), and Stenographer posts. Applications are online from 27-07-2026 (10:00 AM) to 16-08-2026 (11:55 PM). Eligible candidates must have Graduation with minimum 60% (or specified diploma/experience for some posts) and meet age limits (UR up to 28 years; OBC 31; SC/ST 33). Selection involves a 150-minute written test followed by a skill test. Pay is Level 4 of Pay Matrix with minimum basic pay ₹25,500/month. Apply via the ISRO online portal and refer to the official PDF notification for details.
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Vacancy Details
- Assistant (Post No. 1): 113 vacancies
Qualification: Graduation with a minimum of 60% marks or CGPA of 6.32/10 and proficiency in the use of computers.- UR: 47
- OBC: 16
- SC: 19
- ST: 16
- EWS: 15
- Junior Personal Assistant (Post No. 2): 81 vacancies
Qualification: Graduation with minimum 60% marks or CGPA of 6.32/10 OR Diploma in Commercial/Secretarial Practice with same marks plus one year steno-typist experience; minimum 60 wpm in English Stenography; proficiency in computers.- UR: 50
- OBC: 11
- SC: 8
- ST: 5
- EWS: 7
- Upper Division Clerk (Post No. 3): 22 vacancies
Qualification: Graduation with a minimum of 60% marks or CGPA of 6.32/10 and proficiency in the use of computers. - Stenographer (Post No. 4): 10 vacancies
Qualification: Graduation with minimum 60% marks or CGPA of 6.32/10 OR Diploma in Commercial/Secretarial Practice with same marks plus one year steno-typist experience; minimum 60 wpm in English Stenography; proficiency in computers. - Assistant (for Autonomous Institutions under DOS) (Post No. 5): 17 vacancies
Qualification: Graduation with a minimum of 60% marks or CGPA of 6.32/10 and proficiency in the use of computers. - Junior Personal Assistant (for Autonomous Institutions under DOS) (Post No. 6): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Graduation with minimum 60% marks or CGPA of 6.32/10 OR Diploma in Commercial/Secretarial Practice with same marks plus one year steno-typist experience; minimum 60 wpm in English Stenography; proficiency in computers.
Qualification Requirements
Assistant/UDC: Graduation with a minimum of 60% marks or CGPA of 6.32/10 from a recognized university (completed within stipulated duration) and proficiency in computers. JPA/Stenographer: Graduation with minimum 60% marks or CGPA of 6.32/10 (or Diploma in Commercial/Secretarial Practice with same marks plus one year steno-typist experience); minimum speed 60 wpm in English Stenography; and proficiency in computers. Apprenticeship Training Certificate under BOAT/NATS for DCP/DCCP holders is considered equivalent to one year of experience.
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 33 years
Application Fees
- Application fee (all posts): ₹100
- Processing fee (all candidates, per application): ₹500
- Assistant / Upper Division Clerk (ISRO & Autonomous Bodies): ₹500
- Junior Personal Assistant / Stenographer (ISRO & Autonomous Bodies): ₹500
- Assistant/UDC AND Junior Personal Assistant/Stenographer (combined application): ₹1000
Selection Process
- Written Test: A single objective-type paper of 150 minutes (with compensation time for PwBD). Paper composition differs by post; total 200 marks. Qualifying marks: 50% for UR, 40% for reserved categories. Marking: +1 for correct, -0.25 for wrong answers.
- Shortlisting for Skill Test: Candidates are shortlisted based on written test performance in the ratio of up to 1:5 (category-wise) to the number of vacancies for the skill test.
- Skill Test: Assistant/UDC: Computer Literacy Test (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with passing criteria 60% (UR) / 50% (reserved). JPA/Stenographer: Computer Literacy Test plus Stenography Test (300 words at 60 wpm shorthand, 30-minute transcription) with specified passing standards.
- Final Selection: Final selection is based on marks in the written test from among candidates who qualify in the skill test.
- Tie-breakers: In case of tie, preference given to marks in General Intelligence & Reasoning (for Assistant/UDC) or English Language & Comprehension (for JPA/Steno), then by older date of birth.
How to Apply
- Visit the ISRO online application link and register between 27-07-2026 (10:00 AM) and 16-08-2026 (11:55 PM).
- Fill the online application form, provide mandatory email and mobile number, and choose written test centre (same centre if applying for multiple posts).
- Upload photograph (.jpg/.jpeg, 20–50 KB, 200×230 px preferred), signature (.jpg/.jpeg, 10–20 KB, 140×60 px preferred), and other certificates as applicable.
- Pay the processing/application fee online via Bharatkosh (Internet Banking, UPI, or domestic Debit Cards) on or before 16-08-2026.
- Ensure all details are correct and submit the form; retain receipts and print/save the submitted application for records.
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Important Dates
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- Last date for payment of application fee:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum educational qualification required?
For Assistant and UDC posts, candidates must have Graduation with minimum 60% marks or CGPA of 6.32/10 and proficiency in computers. For JPA and Stenographer posts, candidates need Graduation with 60% (or a Diploma in Commercial/Secretarial Practice with same marks plus one year steno-typist experience), 60 wpm English Stenography speed, and computer proficiency.
How do I apply for ISRO ICRB Recruitment 2026?
Applications are accepted online only through the ISRO online application link between 27-07-2026 (10:00 AM) and 16-08-2026 (11:55 PM). Candidates must register, fill the form, upload required documents, and pay the fee via Bharatkosh e-Payment gateway.
What is the last date to apply?
The online application window closes on 16-08-2026 at 11:55 PM. The application fee must also be paid on or before 16-08-2026 for the application to be considered complete.
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection is through a single written test (objective, 150 minutes) followed by a Skill Test for shortlisted candidates. Final selection is based on written test marks among those who qualify the skill test, with specified tie-breakers.
What is the pay scale and salary for selected candidates?
Selected candidates will be placed in Level 4 of the Pay Matrix with a minimum basic pay of ₹25,500 per month and will receive DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and other benefits as per Central Government rules.
