Isro GATE Cutoff 2026: Discipline-Wise Scores, Selection Process & Latest Updates
How tight was the ISRO GATE Cutoff? For 2025, the ISRO GATE Cutoff for Electronics Engineering (BE001) settled at a GATE score of 721, while Computer Science (BE003) required 813. The ISRO GATE Cutoff is the minimum GATE score used by the Indian Space Research Organisation for shortlisting candidates for Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ interviews. The 2026 ISRO GATE cutoff will be updated post-release.
ISRO GATE Cutoff 2025 (Latest — 2026 awaited): Discipline-wise Scores
The following table details the discipline-wise GATE cutoff scores for ISRO Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ recruitment in 2025, which served as the basis for shortlisting candidates for interviews.
| Post Code | Discipline | GATE Cut Off Score 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| BE001 | Electronics | 721 |
| BE002 | Mechanical | 801 |
| BE003 | Computer Science | 813 |
ISRO Recruitment 2026: Notification & Application Schedule
Below is the tentative schedule for the ISRO Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ recruitment process for 2026, outlining key dates for notification and application.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | January 2026 |
| Application Start | January 2026 |
| Application Close | February 2026 |
| Exam Date | March–April 2026 |
| Result Announcement | May–June 2026 |
ISRO Scientist/Engineer Selection Process: GATE Score Weightage & Interview Criteria
The selection process for ISRO Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ positions involves shortlisting based on GATE scores, followed by an interview with specific qualifying marks.
| Selection Stage | Criteria |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting Basis | Valid GATE score (1:7 ratio to vacancies) |
| Final Selection Weightage | 50% GATE Score, 50% Interview marks |
| Interview Qualifying Marks (General) | 60 marks |
| Interview Qualifying Marks (PwBD) | 50 marks |
FAQs
Q: Has the ISRO GATE Cutoff 2026 been released?
A: While ISRO released cutoffs for a written test recruitment on January 30, 2026, the specific ISRO GATE cutoff scores for 2026 recruitment have not yet been officially released.
Q: What is the primary role of the ISRO GATE cutoff?
A: The ISRO GATE cutoff serves as the minimum GATE score required for candidates to be shortlisted for the interview stage for Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ positions.
Q: Which GATE scores are considered for ISRO recruitment?
A: For the 2025 recruitment cycle, ISRO considered valid GATE-2024 or GATE-2025 scores for shortlisting candidates.
Q: How is the final selection made for ISRO Scientist/Engineer posts?
A: The final selection is based on a combined score, giving 50% weightage to the GATE score and 50% weightage to the performance in the personal interview.
Q: What are the minimum qualifying marks for the ISRO interview?
A: General category candidates need a minimum of 60 marks in the interview, while Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) candidates require 50 marks.
Q: Where can I find the official ISRO recruitment notifications?
A: Official recruitment notifications and updates are typically released on the Indian Space Research Organisation’s official website, isro.gov.in.
