Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad, an important centre of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) under the Department of Space, has released the SAC Recruitment 2026 notification for 48 temporary project-based posts.
The recruitment includes Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Research Associate (RA) and Project Scientist-I (PS-I) posts across 16 post codes in areas such as Electronics, VLSI, Physics, Atmospheric Science, Oceanography, Geophysics, Remote Sensing, GIS, Computer Science, Hydrology and more.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 10 September 2026 to 30 September 2026 through the SAC official website.
EXPERIENCE IMPORTANT: Experience is prescribed for certain Research Associate (RA) eligibility routes. For RA Post Code 08, candidates applying through the M.E./M.Tech route require 3 years of relevant research/teaching/design/development experience after M.E./M.Tech along with at least one SCI-listed journal paper. Candidates must check the post code-wise eligibility before applying.
SAC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | Space Applications Centre (SAC), ISRO, Department of Space |
| Post Names | Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Research Associate (RA), Project Scientist-I (PS-I) |
| Total Posts | 48 |
| Age Limit | JRF: 28 Years; RA/PS-I: 35 Years |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, M.Sc, Ph.D – Post-wise |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | ₹37,000 – ₹67,000 + HRA, Post-wise |
| Experience | Post-wise; 3 years relevant experience required for specified RA route |
| Eligibility | Indian Nationals meeting the prescribed post-wise qualification, age and other conditions |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting + Interview |
| Application Fee | No Application Fee |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 33 |
| Research Associate (RA) | 8 |
| Project Scientist-I (PS-I) | 7 |
| Total | 48 |
SAC Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 10 September 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Age & Qualification Cut-off Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Shortlist/Interview Schedule | To be announced on SAC website |
Candidates should submit the application before 5:00 PM on 30 September 2026.
SAC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Qualification is different for each post code.
- JRF: Relevant M.E./M.Tech, M.Sc or B.E./B.Tech qualification depending on the discipline.
- Research Associate: Ph.D in the relevant field or the prescribed M.E./M.Tech route with required research experience, depending on the post code.
- Project Scientist-I: Relevant Ph.D or M.E./M.Tech qualification depending on the discipline.
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed minimum marks and subject-specialisation requirements.
JRF Additional Requirement
For JRF Post Codes 01–07, candidates must also have a valid qualifying national-level examination such as CSIR-UGC NET, GATE or other eligible national-level examinations mentioned in the notification.
Experience – Important
Experience is important for applicable Research Associate posts.
For RA Post Code 08, the M.E./M.Tech eligibility route requires:
- 3 years of relevant research/teaching/design/development experience after M.E./M.Tech, and
- At least one paper in an SCI-listed journal.
Other RA/PS-I posts have their own post-specific qualification and experience conditions. Candidates should check the official notification carefully.
Age Limit
- JRF: Maximum 28 years
- RA/PS-I: Maximum 35 years
- Age relaxation is available to eligible categories as per Government of India rules.
Salary
The monthly fellowship/associateship is:
- JRF: ₹37,000 for 1st & 2nd year; ₹42,000 for subsequent years + HRA
- Research Associate: ₹58,000 – ₹67,000 + HRA, level-wise
- Project Scientist-I: ₹56,000 + HRA
Selection Process
The selection process is based on shortlisting and personal interview.
If applications are large in number, SAC may shortlist candidates based on academic records and subject specialisation. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
Note: These are temporary, project-based positions and do not provide any claim to regular employment in ISRO or the Department of Space.
How to Apply for SAC Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official SAC recruitment portal.
- Visit the official SAC website.
- Open the Careers/Recruitment section.
- Register and select the appropriate post code.
- Enter personal, educational and other required details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
- Review all information carefully.
- Submit the application before 30 September 2026, 5:00 PM.
- Save or print the application summary for future reference.
Official Apply Link
Candidates should use the official Space Applications Centre (SAC) website to access the online recruitment application. The application is accepted online only, and physical applications are not considered.
Official Apply Online:
SAC Official Recruitment Website
Details PDF / Official Notification
Before applying, candidates should read the official notification carefully. The PDF contains the complete post-wise qualifications, experience requirements, age limits, JRF qualifying-test conditions, salary, selection process and important instructions.
Official Notification PDF:
SAC Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | SAC Official Apply Portal |
| Details PDF | SAC Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF |
| Official Website | Space Applications Centre (SAC) Official Website |
About SAC and ISRO
Space Applications Centre (SAC) is a major centre of ISRO located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. SAC works in areas related to space applications, satellite communication, remote sensing, meteorology, Earth observation and related technologies.
This recruitment provides an opportunity for qualified researchers and scientists to work on temporary project-based research positions at SAC.
FAQs – ISRO SAC Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available in SAC Recruitment 2026?
There are 48 vacancies for JRF, Research Associate and Project Scientist-I posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 30 September 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Q3. Is there any application fee?
No. There is no application fee for SAC Recruitment 2026.
Q4. Is experience required?
Yes, experience is required for certain eligibility routes/posts. For example, the M.E./M.Tech route for RA Post Code 08 requires 3 years of relevant experience after M.E./M.Tech plus an SCI-listed journal paper.
Q5. Is GATE or NET required?
For JRF Post Codes 01–07, candidates must have a valid qualifying national-level test such as CSIR-UGC NET, GATE or another eligible examination specified by SAC.
Q6. What is the selection process?
Candidates are shortlisted based on the prescribed criteria and selected through personal interview.
Q7. What is the job location?
Selected candidates will be posted at SAC, Ahmedabad, although project requirements may require travel or stay at other locations in India.