ISRO URSC Scientist/Engineer & MO Recruitment 2026

About This Job

ISRO URSC (U R Rao Satellite Centre) has released notification for 4 Scientist/Engineer SC, Scientist/Engineer SD, and Medical Officer SC posts in Bengaluru. Candidates with B.E./B.Tech, PhD, or MBBS qualifications can apply online. Last date to apply is 12 April 2026. Salary ranges from Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 2,08,700 per month depending on the post and pay level.

ISRO URSC Scientist/Engineer & Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 - 4 Posts

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) through its U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) in Bengaluru has invited online applications for 4 temporary posts across three categories under Advertisement No. URSC:01:2026 dated 21 March 2026. URSC is the lead centre of ISRO for satellite technology, responsible for the design, development, fabrication, testing, and launch of Indian satellites including landmark missions like Chandrayaan, Mars Orbiter, and Aditya-L1. These posts are temporary but likely to continue indefinitely, and selected candidates will work at the cutting edge of India's space programme. Engineers in industrial production and optical thin film technology, as well as a medical professional, are being recruited.

Vacancy Details

All vacancies are unreserved (UR). Since no reserved category posts are available, SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates may apply against UR vacancies with no age relaxation.

Who Can Apply?

Post Code 01 - Scientist/Engineer SC (Industrial Production/Management)

• Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or equivalent in Industrial Production, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Management, Engineering and Management, Production Engineering, or allied branches
• Minimum marks: 65% aggregate (all semesters) or CGPA 6.84 on a 10-point scale
• Experience: No experience required (freshers eligible)

Post Code 02 - Scientist/Engineer SD (Thin Films/Optics)

• Qualification: PhD in Thin Films, Material Science, Applied Optics, or Metallurgy
• Pre-eligibility (mandatory):
  • (a) M.Sc. in Physics or Material Science, OR M.Tech in Material Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or Applied Optics
  • AND
  • (b) B.E./B.Tech in Physical Streams, Metallurgical Engineering, or Material Science, OR B.Sc in Physics, Chemistry, or Material Science
• Minimum marks for M.Sc./M.Tech: 60% aggregate or CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale
• Minimum marks for B.Sc: 60% aggregate or CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale
• Minimum marks for B.E./B.Tech: 65% aggregate or CGPA 6.84 on a 10-point scale
• Area of work: Design and development of optical thin films for space applications ranging from UV to infrared bands

Post Code 03 - Medical Officer SC

• Qualification: MBBS with minimum 2nd class, recognised and registered with National Medical Commission (previously MCI)
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of internship experience (MBBS with compulsory rotating internship)
• Foreign degree holders: Must have cleared FMGE conducted by NBEMS and possess FMGE certificate

Age Limit

• Post Code 01 (Scientist/Engineer SC): Maximum 28 years as on 12 April 2026
• Post Code 02 (Scientist/Engineer SD): Maximum 35 years as on 12 April 2026
• Post Code 03 (Medical Officer SC): Maximum 35 years as on 12 April 2026
• Since all vacancies are unreserved, no age relaxation is available for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates. Only PwBD candidates, departmental candidates, and ex-servicemen get age relaxation as per Government of India orders.

Salary

• Scientist/Engineer SC (Post Code 01): Pay Level 10 — Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,77,500 per month. Gross salary approximately Rs. 56,100 per month plus admissible allowances
• Scientist/Engineer SD (Post Code 02): Pay Level 11 — Rs. 67,100 to Rs. 2,08,700 per month. Gross salary approximately Rs. 67,700 per month plus admissible allowances
• Medical Officer SC (Post Code 03): Pay Level 10 — Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,77,500 per month. Gross salary approximately Rs. 56,100 per month plus admissible allowances and Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA) at 20% of basic pay
• Additional benefits include Transport Allowance, House Rent Allowance, House Building Concession, Group Insurance, Leave Travel Concession, subsidized canteen, and an attractive medical scheme
• ISRO provides excellent career growth through its progressive merit promotion scheme, which is delinked from vacancy availability

Application Fee

• Post Code 01 & 03 (Scientist/Engineer SC & Medical Officer SC): Application fee of Rs. 250 (non-refundable) plus processing fee of Rs. 750
• Post Code 02 (Scientist/Engineer SD): No application fee
• Exempted categories (full refund of Rs. 750 processing fee): Women, SC/ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen
• Refund for Post Code 01: Rs. 500 refunded to candidates who appear for written test or interview
• Refund for Post Code 03: Rs. 500 refunded to candidates who appear for interview
• Payment mode: Online only through Bharatkosh portal/payment gateway (Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI)

Selection Process

The selection process varies by post:

Post Code 01 - Scientist/Engineer SC

1. Written Test: Initial screening based on academic performance and online application data. Only screened-in candidates will be called for the written exam.
2. Interview: Candidates who qualify the written test will be called for interview.

Post Code 02 - Scientist/Engineer SD

1. Screening: Applications received through ISRO Live Register Portal will be initially screened based on academic performance.
2. Interview: Shortlisted PhD scholars will be called for interview.

Post Code 03 - Medical Officer SC

1. Screening: Initial screening based on qualifications and experience.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.

Having the minimum qualification does not automatically make you eligible for interview. Screening will be done based on academic performance and other parameters.

How to Apply

For Post Code 01 & 03 (Scientist/Engineer SC & Medical Officer SC)

1. Go to the ISRO/URSC website at www.isro.gov.in or www.ursc.gov.in during the application period.
2. Register yourself and fill in the online application form carefully.
3. Upload your recent passport-size photograph (200x200 to 500x500 pixels, max 1 MB, JPG/JPEG only).
4. Upload your signature (100x350 to 200x700 pixels, max 1 MB, JPG/JPEG only).
5. Upload required qualification and experience certificates (PDF format, max 1 MB each).
6. Pay the application fee of Rs. 750 through Bharatkosh payment gateway.
7. Submit the application and save the registration number for future reference.

For Post Code 02 (Scientist/Engineer SD)

1. Register at the ISRO Live Register Portal at liveregister.isro.gov.in/LRClient.
2. Applications will be received through the Live Register portal only.
3. Complete your registration or update it on or before 12 April 2026.

Call letters for written test and interview will be sent only by email. No hard copy will be sent separately.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 21 March 2026
• Online Application Start: 23 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 12 April 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 12 April 2026
• Exam Date: To be announced

• Handle resource management, financial and personnel management functions in the organisation
• Manage systems engineering projects and oversee production engineering activities
• Work on design and development of optical thin films for space applications
• Develop thin film coatings for satellite components ranging from UV to infrared bands
• Attend to patients in departmental clinics and handle medical and surgical emergencies
• Conduct pre-employment, periodic, and mandatory medical checkups of employees
• Provide medical cover during training programmes and manage ambulance operations
• Prepare health education materials on nutrition, diet, and preventive care for staff and families