ISRO recruitment 2026 results out for 242 posts; skill test on November 1

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced the results for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) conducted on September 21, 2026. This test was part of the recruitment process for 242 posts, which include Assistant, Junior Personal Assistant (JPA), and Upper Division Clerk (UDC) positions. The results were published around October 25, 2026, with shortlisted candidates now preparing for the next stage of selection.

The ISRO Centralised Recruitment Board (ICRB) manages these recruitment drives, which are highly anticipated by candidates across the country. The upcoming skill test on November 1, 2026, is a crucial step for those who have qualified the initial CBT.

Skill Test for Assistant, JPA, UDC Posts

Candidates who have been shortlisted from the Computer-Based Test held on September 21, 2026, are now required to appear for a skill test. This next stage of the recruitment process is scheduled for November 1, 2026. The results for the CBT were released approximately on October 25, 2026, and are accessible through the official source site, https://news.careers360.com/latest.

This recruitment drive aims to fill 242 vacancies across various administrative and support roles within ISRO. The skill test will assess the practical abilities of the candidates relevant to the Assistant, JPA, and UDC positions.

Overview of ISRO Recruitment Processes

ISRO conducts multiple recruitment drives throughout the year for various positions, attracting engineers and scientists. The selection process for Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ positions, for example, is particularly rigorous. It typically involves a Written Test or Computer Based Test, followed by an Interview.

For Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ roles, candidates generally need a B.E./B.Tech or equivalent degree with a minimum of 65% marks or a CGPA of 6.84/10. The maximum age limit for these positions is 28 years as of the application closing date. The final merit list for Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ is based entirely on interview performance, provided candidates meet the minimum qualifying marks in the written test.

Recent and Ongoing Recruitment Advertisements

Along with the recently released results, ISRO has been active with several other recruitment notifications. The ISRO Scientist/Engineer SC CBT for 175 vacancies (Advt. No. ISRO:ICRB:03(EMC):2026) was conducted on October 19, 2026. This notification, issued on August 27, 2026, saw online applications close on September 16, 2026.

Another advertisement (Advt No. URSC:04:2026) was notified on October 24, 2026, with applications open until November 13, 2026. The ISRO ISTRAC Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. ISTRAC-02:2026) for 26 vacancies across 10 post codes had online applications open from June 27, 2026, to July 20, 2026, with an age limit of 18-35 years for most posts as on July 13, 2026.

The application fee for ISRO recruitment is typically ₹250 for General/OBC candidates, with exemptions provided for Women, SC/ST, and PwD candidates.

Scientist/Engineer SC CBT Pattern and Vacancies

The written exam for Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ positions is an objective-type Computer-Based Test. It comprises two parts: Part A focuses on core discipline subjects with 80 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for 80 marks, and Part B is an Aptitude/Ability Test for 20 marks. Part A has a duration of 90 minutes and includes a negative marking of 1/3rd for incorrect answers, while Part B has a duration of 30 minutes with no negative marking.

The ISRO Scientist/Engineer SC recruitment (Advt. No. ISRO:ICRB:03(EMC):2026) included 175 vacancies across various disciplines. The distribution of these posts was 99 for Electronics, 52 for Mechanical, and 21 for Computer Science, along with one post each for PRL Electronics, PRL Mechanical, and PRL Computer Science.

Further reading

• ISRO Assistant, JPA result 2026 declared; skill test on November 1
• OSSSC recruitment 2026 application window open for 7,268 uniformed services posts; apply by November 12
• OSSSC recruitment 2026: apply for 7,268 uniformed services posts by 12 November
• OUSSSC recruitment 2026 notification out for 7,268 posts; apply by November 12
• DGMA recruitment 2026: apply online for 30 MSA posts by 12 November

Written by Nishit Kumar

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