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SDSC SHAR Bharti 2026 - 101 Posts (Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Nurse, Fireman, Driver, MTS)

Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (SDSC SHAR), Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space, Govt. of India · Posted 19 Oct 2026

Total posts101
Qualification10th/SSLC/SSC, ITI/NTC/NAC, Diploma in Engineering, B.Sc. Physics, Graduation + Master's in Library Science, or Nursing Diploma (post-wise)
Age limit18–35 years
Last date9 Nov 2026

In short

SDSC SHAR Bharti 2026 has been announced by Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (ISRO), Sriharikota for 101 posts. The posts include Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant 'A', Nurse 'B', Technician 'B', Draughtsman 'B', Fireman 'A', Light/Heavy Vehicle Driver 'A' and Multi-Tasking Staff. Online applications are accepted till 09 November 2026.

This is Advertisement No. SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026 dated 19 October 2026 under the Department of Space, Govt. of India. It covers 29 post codes (07 to 29) at SDSC SHAR, plus one Light Vehicle Driver post (Post Code 30) at ADRIN, Secunderabad. Some posts are also available at Balasore Rocket Launching Station (Odisha) and Propellant Complex Rasayani (Maharashtra). The Written Test is a Computer Based Test (CBT) and Ahmedabad is one of the 18 exam cities, which is convenient for Gujarat candidates. Selected candidates can be posted to any ISRO/DoS centre and have all-India transfer liability.

  • Ahmedabad is an exam centre for the CBT written test, so Gujarat candidates need not travel far
  • Negative marking: 0.33 mark deducted per wrong answer for Technical/Scientific/Library/Nurse/Technician/Draughtsman/Fireman posts; 0.25 for Drivers and MTS
  • Skill test and PET are qualifying (go-no-go) - final merit is based on written test marks only
  • Separate application and fee for each post code
  • Fee exempt (refunded in full) for women, SC/ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen who appear in the written test
  • 7 posts reserved for Ex-Servicemen across Post Codes 16 to 28
  • NPS/Unified Pension Scheme applies, with medical, canteen, housing, LTC and group insurance benefits
  • Shift and emergency duties on round-the-clock basis are part of the job
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Important dates

  1. 19 Oct 2026

    Notification Date · done

  2. 19 Oct 2026

    Application Start · done

  3. 9 Nov 2026

    Fee Payment Last Date

  4. 9 Nov 2026

    Last Date to Apply

  5. Will be intimated separately

    Written Test Date

  6. Will be intimated separately

    Skill Test Date

Application fee

CategoryFee
All candidates - Post Codes 07 to 15Rs. 750 (refund of Rs. 500 for others / full Rs. 750 for women, SC/ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen after appearing in written test)
All candidates - Post Codes 16 to 30Rs. 500 (refund of Rs. 400 for others / full Rs. 500 for women, SC/ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen after appearing in written test)

Pay online only. Partly refundable to candidates who appear in the written test (full refund for women, SC/ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen). No refund if absent from the written test.

Eligibility

1. Educational Qualification (as on 09.11.2026)

  • Technical Assistant (Post Codes 07-11): First Class Diploma (minimum 3 years) in Mechanical / Electrical or Electrical & Electronics / Computer Science & Engineering / Electronics & Communication / Civil Engineering respectively
  • Scientific Assistant (12): First Class B.Sc. with Physics as main, Mathematics & Chemistry as ancillary
  • Scientific Assistant (13): First Class Bachelor of Fine Arts (Photography) / Visual Arts (Cinematography)
  • Library Assistant 'A' (14): First Class Graduation plus First Class Master's in Library Science / Library & Information Science or equivalent
  • Nurse 'B' (15): First Class Diploma in Nursing (minimum 3 years), registered with the State Nursing Council
  • Technician 'B' (16-24): SSLC/SSC pass + ITI/NTC/NAC from NCVT in the relevant trade (Electrician, Chemical and allied trades, Fitter, Electronic Mechanic, Turner, R&AC, Civil Engineering Assistant, Photography/Digital Photography). Boiler Attendant (20) needs NAC in Boiler Attendant with First Class Boiler Attendant certificate
  • Draughtsman 'B' (25): SSLC/SSC pass + ITI/NTC/NAC in Draughtsman (Civil)
  • Fireman 'A' (26): 10th pass and must meet physical fitness and endurance standards
  • LVD 'A' (27, 30): 10th pass, 3 years experience as Light Vehicle Driver, valid LVD licence
  • HVD 'A' (28): 10th pass, 5 years driving experience (minimum 3 years as Heavy Vehicle Driver), valid HVD licence and Public Service Badge if statutory (to be obtained within 3 months of joining if not mandatory in your state)
  • MTS (29): Matriculation / SSLC / SSC or equivalent

2. Age Limit (as on 09.11.2026)

  • Post Codes 07-25, 27, 28 and 30: 18 to 35 years
  • Post Codes 26 (Fireman 'A') and 29 (MTS): 18 to 25 years

3. Age Relaxation

CategoryUpper Age Relaxation
SC / ST5 years
OBC3 years
Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Central Govt. servants, Meritorious SportspersonsAs per Government of India orders

SC/ST/OBC relaxation applies against posts reserved for these categories. PwBD candidates get age relaxation only with at least 40% relevant disability.

4. Written Test Pass Marks

Post GroupUnreservedReserved
Technical/Scientific/Library/Technician/Draughtsman - Written (out of 80)3224
Same group - Skill Test (out of 100)5040
MTS - Written50% (UR/EWS); OBC 45%40% (other reserved)

5. Other Conditions

  • Only Indian nationals can apply
  • Essential qualifications must be held/valid on 09.11.2026
  • Candidates claiming equivalent qualification must show certified documentary proof at the interview/skill test
  • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities may apply for suitable posts even if not reserved for them, but will be considered on general merit
  • SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates meeting UR conditions are also considered for general posts without applying again
Age limit18–35 years
Pay range₹18,000 – ₹1,42,400 / Month
SalaryRs. 18,000 - Rs. 1,42,400 per month (Pay Level 1 to Level 7, post-wise)
Basic PayLevel 7: Rs. 44,900 | Level 3: Rs. 21,700 | Level 2: Rs. 19,900 | Level 1: Rs. 18,000
DAas per Govt. of India orders
HRAas per Govt. of India orders (housing facility in lieu of HRA)
Gross SalaryApprox. Rs. 71,840 (Level 7), Rs. 34,720 (Level 3), Rs. 31,840 (Level 2 Fireman), Rs. 28,800 (Drivers and MTS) per month at minimum

Age relaxation for reserved categories applies as per the official notification.

Vacancy details · 101 posts

Post NameUREWSOBCSCSTTotal
Technical Assistant - Mechanical Engineering111227
Technical Assistant - Electrical / Electrical & Electronics——1——1
Technical Assistant - Computer Science & Engineering1————1
Technical Assistant - Electronics & Communication2——1—3
Technical Assistant - Civil Engineering—11——2
Scientific Assistant - Physics1—1——2
Scientific Assistant - Fine Arts (Photography) / Visual Arts (Cinematography)———1—1
Library Assistant 'A'—111—3
Nurse 'B'11—1—3
Technician 'B' - Electrician2—12—5
Technician 'B' - Chemical21———3
Technician 'B' - Fitter5282—17
Technician 'B' - Electronic Mechanic426——12
Technician 'B' - Boiler Attendant2————2
Technician 'B' - Turner1————1
Technician 'B' - Refrigeration & Air Conditioning1————1
Technician 'B' - Civil Engineering Assistant——1——1
Technician 'B' - Photography / Digital Photography1————1
Draughtsman 'B' - Civil1————1
Fireman 'A'———112
Light Vehicle Driver 'A' (SHAR)——1——1
Heavy Vehicle Driver 'A'3121—7
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)6243116
Light Vehicle Driver 'A' (ADRIN Secunderabad)3—1——4

Selection process

  1. 1Online Application
  2. 2Written Test (Computer Based Test)
  3. 3Skill Test (go-no-go) for Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant, Nurse, Technician, Draughtsman and Drivers
  4. 4Physical Efficiency Test and Detailed Medical Examination for Fireman 'A'
  5. 5Document Verification
  6. 6Final Empanelment based on Written Test marks

Exam pattern

PaperSubjectQuestionsMarksDuration
Written Test - Technical Assistant / Scientific Assistant / Library Assistant / Technician / DraughtsmanSubject-related theory and practical knowledge of prescribed curriculum80801.5 hours
Written Test - Nurse 'B' and Fireman 'A'Subject-related knowledge of prescribed curriculum8080120 minutes
Written Test - LVD 'A' / HVD 'A'Motor Vehicles Act 1988 (50), Elementary English 8th level (15), Elementary Arithmetic 10th level (15), General Knowledge (20)100100120 minutes
Written Test - MTSNumerical & Mathematical Ability, Reasoning & Problem Solving, General Awareness, English Language & Comprehension10010090 minutes
Skill Test - Technical Assistant / Scientific Assistant / Library Assistant / Technician / DraughtsmanPractical skill test (qualifying, go-no-go)0100As per schedule

How to apply

  1. Visit the official website http://www.shar.gov.in or https://apps.shar.gov.in between 19.10.2026 (10:00 AM) and 09.11.2026 (11:59 PM).
  2. Select the recruitment advertisement SDSC SHAR/RMT/03/2026 and choose the post code you want. Submit a separate application for each post code.
  3. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number. All communication will be sent to this email only.
  4. Fill in personal and educational details correctly. For Post Codes 12, 10, 16, 17, 18 and 19, give your order of preference for place of posting.
  5. Upload scanned documents:
    • Passport photo (.jpg, up to 40 KB, 110 x 140 pixels)
    • Signature (.jpg, up to 20 KB, 200 x 50 pixels)
    • Qualification documents (up to 1 MB) and certificates as applicable
  6. For Fireman 'A', keep the Preliminary Medical Examination (PME) certificate in the prescribed format ready as per the notification.
  7. Pay the processing fee online only. Enter your bank account details correctly for refund.
  8. Review all details, submit the application before the deadline and note the Registration Number.
  9. Download the personalised registration confirmation form for future reference.
  10. For any clarification, email recruit@shar.gov.in.

Documents required

Online Upload Documents

  • Recent colour passport-size photograph (not older than 6 months, .jpg, up to 40 KB, 110 x 140 pixels)
  • Signature (.jpg, up to 20 KB, 200 x 50 pixels)
  • Essential qualification documents (SSC/ITI/NTC/NAC/Diploma/Graduation/Post Graduation) up to 1 MB
  • SC/ST/Disability/Ex-Servicemen certificate (any one) for full fee refund
  • No Objection Certificate, if applicable

Category/Reservation Documents (for skill test verification)

  • SC/ST certificate in prescribed format (Annexure-II)
  • OBC (non-creamy layer) certificate in prescribed format (Annexure-III)
  • EWS Income and Asset Certificate for FY 2025-26, valid for 2026-27 (Annexure-IV)
  • PwBD Disability Certificate (Annexure-V for single, Annexure-VI for multiple disabilities)
  • Physical limitation certificate and scribe undertaking if using a scribe (Annexure-VII and VIII)
  • Ex-Servicemen: attested discharge certificate, or NOC if not yet retired, and equivalency certificate

Post-Specific Documents

  • Fireman 'A': Preliminary Medical Examination certificate (Annexure-A, valid 6 months) and PET declaration (Annexure-B)
  • Nursing diploma with State Nursing Council registration (Nurse 'B')
  • Valid LVD/HVD driving licence, Public Service Badge if statutory, and experience certificates (Drivers)
  • Original certificates of all details given in the application for verification

Important notes

General Guidelines

  1. Posts are temporary but likely to continue. Vacancies are provisional and may change; SDSC SHAR may decide not to fill any post.
  2. Posting is at SDSC SHAR Sriharikota unless stated: Post Code 12 at SHAR or Balasore (Odisha); Post Codes 10, 16, 17, 18, 19 at SHAR or Propellant Complex Rasayani (Maharashtra); Post Code 20 at Rasayani; Post Code 30 at ADRIN Secunderabad.
  3. Once allotted a location, no claim for any other location is allowed.
  4. Selected candidates have all-India transfer liability across ISRO/DoS centres.
  5. Duties include round-the-clock shift and emergency duty.
  6. For Post Codes 07 and 18, if no suitable PwBD candidate is found, the post stays vacant and is carried forward.
  7. If Ex-Servicemen are unavailable, the vacancy goes to the identified vertical reservation category.
  8. Pay: approx. gross Rs. 71,840 (Levels 7), Rs. 34,720 (Level 3), Rs. 31,840 (Fireman), Rs. 28,800 (Drivers, MTS) per month at minimum, plus HRA and transport allowance as per GoI orders.

Selection Rules

  1. Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant, Technician, Draughtsman: written test (80 MCQs, 1.5 hours) + skill test; shortlisting for skill test is in a 1:5 ratio with minimum 10 candidates.
  2. Nurse 'B': written test (80 MCQs, 120 minutes) + skill test.
  3. Fireman 'A': written test + two-stage Physical Efficiency Test + Detailed Medical Examination; PET is at own risk with no compensation for injury.
  4. Drivers: written test + skill test with minimum 60% and no category relaxation in the skill test.
  5. MTS: written test only.
  6. Tie in written marks is broken using marks of the essential qualification, then age (older candidate ahead) where applicable; for MTS, reasoning marks then date of birth.
  7. Written test pass marks may be relaxed up to 25% for drivers' reserved vacancies if enough candidates are not available.

Driver Experience Rules

  1. Experience counts only after obtaining a valid driving licence.
  2. Experience certificate must be from Government/Semi-Government agencies, registered companies, societies or trusts. Certificates from individuals are not accepted.
  3. Part-time experience is not counted.

Application & Fee

  1. The last submitted application is treated as final if you submit multiple applications for the same post code.
  2. Only online fee payment is accepted. SDSC SHAR is not responsible for failed or pending transactions.
  3. Applications that are incomplete or without required documents are invalid.

Communication & Document Verification

  1. Call letters and updates are sent only to your registered email ID and posted on the website. Corrigenda will appear on the SDSC SHAR website only, not in newspapers.
  2. Carry all original documents at the skill test/interview; otherwise candidature is cancelled.
  3. Outstation candidates get sleeper-class train or non-AC bus fare for skill test/interview only, not for the written test.
  4. False or incorrect information leads to cancellation, and appointment (if made) becomes void.
  5. NOC is required from the employer for candidates working in Central/State Govt., PSUs or autonomous bodies.
  6. If Hindi and English versions differ, the English version prevails.

Fraud/Canvassing Warning

  1. Canvassing in any form leads to disqualification.

Frequently asked questions

What is the last date to apply for SDSC SHAR Bharti 2026?

The last date to apply online is 09 November 2026 up to 11:59 PM, including fee payment.

How many posts are there in SDSC SHAR Recruitment 2026?

There are 101 vacancies across Technical Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Library Assistant, Nurse, Technician, Draughtsman, Fireman, Drivers and MTS.

Where can I apply for SDSC SHAR Bharti 2026?

Apply online only at http://www.shar.gov.in or https://apps.shar.gov.in.

What is the age limit for SDSC SHAR MTS and Fireman posts?

The age limit is 18 to 25 years as on 09.11.2026, with relaxation for reserved categories as per rules.

Is there an exam centre in Gujarat for SDSC SHAR written test?

Yes, Ahmedabad is one of the 18 CBT exam cities listed in the notification.

What is the application fee for SDSC SHAR recruitment?

The fee is Rs. 750 for Post Codes 07-15 and Rs. 500 for Post Codes 16-30, with refund rules for those who appear in the written test.

Is there negative marking in the SDSC SHAR written test?

Yes, 0.33 mark is deducted per wrong answer for most posts, and 0.25 mark for Drivers and MTS.

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