ISTRAC
ISRO ISTRAC Recruitment 2026
Organization
ISRO Telemetry Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC)
Total Vacancy
24 posts
Last Date to Apply
20 July 2026 (11:55 PM)
Job Location
All India
Important Dates
Online Application Start Date
27 June 2026 (10:00 AM)
Online Application Last Date
20 July 2026 (11:55 PM)
Fee Payment Last Date
20 July 2026
Application Fees
Technical Assistant / Scientific Assistant / Library Assistant - A
Initial Fee (All Candidates)
₹750
Refund for General/OBC/EWS (after appearing in CBT)
₹500
Refund for SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-SM / Women (after appearing in CBT)
₹750
Technician-B / Draughtsman-B / Cook - A
Initial Fee (All Candidates)
₹500
Refund for General/OBC/EWS (after appearing in CBT)
₹400
Refund for SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-SM / Women (after appearing in CBT)
₹500
All candidates must initially pay the full Processing Fee (₹750 or ₹500). The processing fee will be refunded only to those candidates who actually appear in the Written Test/CBT. Exempted categories (Women, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen) will receive a full refund, while other candidates will receive a refund after the deduction of the non-refundable application fee.
Age Limits & Relaxations
Minimum Age
18 YearsMaximum Age
35 YearsAge relaxation is applicable by 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates against reserved posts.
Recruitment Overview
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) - ISTRAC invites online applications for various temporary but likely-to-continue technical and administrative positions, including Technical Assistants, Technicians, Draughtsmen, and Cooks. Only Indian nationals with completed prerequisite credentials can apply online before the deadline of July 20, 2026.
Mode of Selection / Exam Stages
- Initial Screening — Shortlisting based on academic performance and parameters submitted in the online application.
- Written Test / Computer Based Test (CBT) — 60 to 80 curriculum-based Multiple Choice Questions to be solved within 1.5 hours.
- Skill Test — Conducted on a "Go-No-Go" qualifying basis for shortlisted candidates in a 1:5 ratio. Final selection is purely based on Written Test/CBT scores among those who pass the skill test.
Vacancy Details
There are a total of 24 vacancies available in this recruitment. Here are the details, check post code, name, department, and educational eligibility or requirement!
| Post Code | Post Name / Discipline | Department / Posting Location | Total Vacancies | Educational Eligibility & Experience |
| 001 | Technician-B (Electronics Mechanic) | ISTRAC (05), MCF Hassan (03) | 08 | SSLC/SSC/Matriculation pass + ITI/NTC/NAC in Electronics Mechanic/Power Electronic Systems/Consumer Electronic Appliances/Industrial Electronics from NCVT. |
| 002 | Technician-B (Carpenter) | ISTRAC | 01 | SSLC/SSC/Matriculation pass + ITI/NTC/NAC in Carpenter trade from NCVT. |
| 003 | Draughtsman-B (Civil) | ISTRAC | 01 | SSLC/SSC/Matriculation pass + ITI/NTC/NAC in Draughtsman Civil trade from NCVT. |
| 004 | Draughtsman-B (Mechanical) | ISTRAC | 01 | SSLC/SSC/Matriculation pass + ITI/NTC/NAC in Draughtsman Mechanical trade from NCVT. |
| 005 | Technical Assistant (Electronics) | NESAC Umiam (01), SDSC SHAR (01), ISTRAC Bengaluru (02), ISTRAC Thiruvananthapuram (01), ISTRAC Sri Vijayapuram (01) | 06 | First Class Diploma in Electronics Engineering from a recognized State Board. |
| 006 | Technical Assistant (Mechanical) | ISTRAC | 01 | First Class Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized State Board. |
| 007 | Scientific Assistant (Computer Science) | ISTRAC | 04 | First Class B.Sc. with Computer Science as the main subject from a recognized University/Institution. |
| 008 | Scientific Assistant (Mathematics) | ISTRAC | 01 | First Class B.Sc. with Mathematics as the main subject from a recognized University/Institution. |
| 009 | Library Assistant – A | ISTRAC | 01 | First Class Graduate degree + First Class Master’s degree in Library Science / Library & Information Science or equivalent. |
| 010 | Cook – A | ISTRAC (01), MCF Hassan (01) | 02 | SSLC/SSC Pass or equivalent + 05 years of cooking experience in a well-established Hotel/Canteen. |
How To Apply for ISRO ISTRAC Recruitment 2026 (Technical Assistant, Technician-B & Other Posts)
- Visit the official ISRO or ISTRAC recruitment portal at www.isro.gov.in or www.istrac.gov.in.
- Navigate to the Careers section and select the online application link for Advt. No. ISTRAC:02:2026.
- Fill out the online application registration form with accurate details, ensuring your mobile number and email ID are entered correctly.
- Upload clear scanned images of your recent color passport photograph (50KB–100KB), signature (50KB–100KB), and essential qualification/experience/caste certificates in .jpg or .jpeg format.
- Submit the application form and proceed to the Bharatkosh e-Payment gateway link to pay the required initial processing fee via Net Banking, UPI, or Debit Card.
- Take a clear printout of the finalized submitted application form and note down your unique Registration Number for future reference.
Important Useful Links
| Candidate Login Link | Click Here |
| ISRO Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The last date to register and complete the online application, including fee payment, is July 20, 2026, up to 11:55 PM.
No, only candidates who have already cleared the required examinations and possess the final qualification certificates by the cut-off date are eligible to apply.
No, the initial processing fee will strictly be refunded only to those candidates who physically appear for the Written Test/Computer Based Test (CBT).
Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from the core application fee and will receive a full refund of their initial processing fee after appearing in the written exam.
No, the online application form cannot be edited or modified once it has been submitted, so you must carefully verify all details before clicking submit.