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ISRO ISTRAC Recruitment 2026 – Technical Assistant, Technician and Other Posts

Short Information:
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), through ISRO Telemetry, Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC), has invited online applications for 26 posts of Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant-A, Technician-B, Draughtsman-B and Cook-A. The online form is available from 27 June 2026 to 20 July 2026 up to 11:55 PM.

Advertisement Number	ISTRAC:02:2026
Notification Date	27 June 2026
Online Application Start	27 June 2026 at 10:00 AM
Last Date to Apply Online	20 July 2026 at 11:55 PM
Last Date for Fee Payment	20 July 2026
Exam Date	Not Mentioned
Admit Card	To be announced

Fee Structure

• Technical Assistant / Scientific Assistant / Library Assistant-A: Pay ₹750 initially. After appearing in the Written Test/CBT, ₹500 is refundable to non-exempt candidates; the effective non-refundable application fee is ₹250.
• Technician-B / Draughtsman-B / Cook-A: Pay ₹500 initially. After appearing in the Written Test/CBT, ₹400 is refundable to non-exempt candidates; the effective non-refundable application fee is ₹100.
• Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: Full amount is refundable after appearing in the Written Test/CBT.
• Payment Mode: Bharatkosh e-Payment gateway through Internet Banking, UPI or domestic Debit Card.

Important: Processing fee refund is available only to candidates who actually appear in the Written Test/CBT and provide correct bank account details.

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 35 Years
• SC / ST Relaxation: 5 Years, where the post is reserved for the category
• OBC Relaxation: 3 Years, where the post is reserved for the category
• Other Relaxations: Applicable to eligible departmental candidates, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD and other categories as per Government of India rules.
• EWS: No age relaxation.

Post	Pay Level	Basic Pay
Technical Assistant / Scientific Assistant / Library Assistant-A	Level 7	₹44,900 per month + admissible allowances
Technician-B / Draughtsman-B	Level 3	₹21,700 per month + admissible allowances
Cook-A	Level 2	₹19,900 per month + admissible allowances

Post Code	Post / Discipline	Vacancies	Minimum Qualification
001	Technician-B – Electronics Mechanic	08	10th pass with ITI / NTC / NAC in the notified Electronics trade from NCVT.
002	Technician-B – Carpenter	01	10th pass with ITI / NTC / NAC in Carpenter trade from NCVT.
003	Draughtsman-B – Civil	01	10th pass with ITI / NTC / NAC in Draughtsman Civil trade from NCVT.
004	Draughtsman-B – Mechanical	01	10th pass with ITI / NTC / NAC in Draughtsman Mechanical trade from NCVT.
005	Technical Assistant – Electronics	06	First Class Diploma in Electronics Engineering from a recognized State Board.
006	Technical Assistant – Mechanical	01	First Class Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized State Board.
007	Scientific Assistant – Computer Science	04	First Class B.Sc. with Computer Science as the main subject from a recognized university or institution.
008	Scientific Assistant – Mathematics	01	First Class B.Sc. with Mathematics as the main subject from a recognized university or institution.
009	Library Assistant-A	01	First Class Graduation and First Class Master’s Degree in Library Science / Library & Information Science or equivalent.
010	Cook-A	02	10th pass with 5 years’ experience as Cook in a well-established hotel or canteen. Experience certificate from an individual is not accepted.
Total		26	Post-wise eligibility applies.

1. Initial screening based on academic performance and other details entered in the online application.
2. Written Test or Computer Based Test (CBT).
3. Skill Test for shortlisted candidates.
4. The Skill Test is qualifying in nature.
5. Final selection is based on Written Test/CBT marks among candidates who qualify the Skill Test.

Post Category	Written Test / CBT	Skill Test
Technical Assistant / Scientific Assistant / Library Assistant-A	80 MCQs in 1.5 hours; +1 mark for correct answer and -0.33 negative marking	100 marks, qualifying in nature
Technician-B / Draughtsman-B	80 MCQs in 1.5 hours; +1 mark for correct answer and -0.33 negative marking	100 marks, qualifying in nature
Cook-A	60 MCQs in 1.5 hours; +1 mark for correct answer and -0.33 negative marking	100 marks; minimum 60 marks required, without category-wise relaxation

• For posts other than Cook-A, Written Test pass marks are 32/80 for UR and 24/80 for reserved candidates where the post is reserved.
• Skill Test qualifying marks are 50/100 for UR and 40/100 for reserved candidates where applicable.
• Candidates are generally shortlisted for Skill Test in a 1:5 ratio, with a minimum of 10 candidates.
• Written Test/CBT may be held in Bengaluru or other cities across India. Skill Test will be held in Bengaluru.
• The written examination may be taken in Hindi or English.

• Recent colour passport-size photograph, not older than 6 months, in JPG/JPEG format.
• Signature in JPG/JPEG format.
• Essential educational qualification certificates.
• Experience certificate for Cook-A and wherever applicable.
• SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen certificate, if applicable.
• Valid mobile number, email ID and bank account details for communication and fee refund.
• Valid identity proof and other supporting records requested in the application form.

1. Open the official ISRO ISTRAC recruitment page.
2. Click the registration link and select the eligible post.
3. Enter your name, mobile number and email ID exactly as required.
4. Complete OTP verification and obtain your Login ID and password.
5. Login to fill personal, educational, category, experience and bank details.
6. Upload the photograph, signature and required certificates in the prescribed format.
7. Review every entry carefully because the submitted application cannot be edited later.
8. Submit the form and pay the applicable fee through the online payment gateway.
9. Download and save the submitted application form and registration number.

• Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
• Applications are accepted only in online mode.
• Do not wait for the final minutes because incomplete payment or failed transactions may prevent submission.
• Check the exact trade, discipline, reservation and physical standards in the official notification.
• The number of vacancies is provisional and may change according to organisational requirements.
• Selected candidates may be posted at any ISRO / Department of Space centre or unit in India and may be required to work in shifts.
• Use only the official ISRO or ISTRAC websites and avoid fake recruitment offers.

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When is the last date to apply for ISRO ISTRAC Recruitment 2026?

The last date for online application and fee payment is 20 July 2026 at 11:55 PM.

How many vacancies are available?

There are 26 vacancies across Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant-A, Technician-B, Draughtsman-B and Cook-A posts.

What is the age limit?

The general age limit is 18 to 35 years as on 20 July 2026. Eligible reserved and special categories receive relaxation according to the official rules.

What is the selection process?

Selection includes initial screening, Written Test/CBT and Skill Test. Final merit is prepared using Written Test/CBT marks among candidates who qualify the Skill Test.

Can candidates apply after 11:55 PM on 20 July 2026?

No. The official portal is scheduled to close at 11:55 PM, so candidates should complete the application earlier.