The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has invited applications for 242 posts of Assistant, Junior Personal Assistant (JPA), Upper Division Clerk (UDC) and Stenographer under its 2026 recruitment drive. The online application process began on July 27, 2026, giving eligible candidates an opportunity to apply for administrative and support positions within the space agency.

The recruitment is being conducted under Advertisement No. ISRO:ICRB:01(A-JPA):2026. Candidates interested in the vacancies should check the detailed recruitment notification for eligibility conditions, age requirements and other instructions before submitting their applications.

According to the recruitment details, the vacancies are distributed across two broad categories.

The Assistant/UDC category has 150 posts, while Junior Personal Assistant/Stenographer positions account for 92 posts. Together, the recruitment drive offers 242 opportunities.

The positions are intended for candidates who meet the prescribed educational and skill requirements. Candidates should note that the exact post-wise conditions and applicable relaxations are governed by the official ISRO recruitment notification.

Assistant and UDC Eligibility

For the Assistant/UDC posts, candidates are required to hold a graduation degree with at least 60 per cent marks or a minimum CGPA of 6.32 on a 10-point scale, along with proficiency in computer operations.

The degree must have been completed within the prescribed duration specified in the recruitment notification.

Candidates applying for these positions should carefully verify their qualification and other requirements before completing the application form.

JPA and Stenographer Posts

Candidates applying for the Junior Personal Assistant/Stenographer category need to meet separate educational and skill requirements.

The eligibility details provided for these posts include a graduation degree or diploma in Commercial/Secretarial Practice with at least 60 per cent marks. Candidates are also required to have the prescribed stenography skills, including an English stenography speed of 60 words per minute, along with computer proficiency.

Applicants should refer to the official notification for the complete conditions relating to experience, qualifications and post-wise eligibility.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The recruitment information specifies different upper-age limits based on the candidate's category. The maximum age is generally 28 years for candidates in the General category, while the upper limit is 31 years for OBC candidates and 33 years for SC/ST candidates, subject to the applicable rules.

The age is to be calculated with reference to the date prescribed in the official recruitment notification.

Candidates belonging to reserved categories should check the applicable age relaxation provisions before applying.

Application Fee

The application fee mentioned in the recruitment details is ₹500. The recruitment process also provides for reimbursement of the applicable fee after candidates appear for the written examination, subject to the conditions specified by ISRO.

Candidates should complete the payment through the permitted online modes and retain the transaction details for future reference.

Selection Process

The selection process includes multiple stages. According to the recruitment information, candidates may have to appear for a written examination, followed by further stages such as the main examination, group exercise and interview, depending on the post and applicable recruitment rules.

The exact selection methodology, qualifying requirements and weightage should be checked in the official ISRO notification.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official ISRO recruitment portal.

Applicants should first read the complete notification, confirm that they meet the required educational and age criteria, and then register on the recruitment portal. Candidates will need to enter their personal and educational details, upload the required documents and complete the fee payment, wherever applicable.

The application should be submitted before the deadline. Candidates are also advised to download or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Check Official Notification

The recruitment details circulating on government-job portals mention August 20, 2026 as the extended application deadline. However, candidates should verify the latest deadline and any corrigendum directly on the official ISRO website before submitting the form, as recruitment dates can change through official notices.

The recruitment drive provides an opportunity for graduates and eligible candidates with administrative, secretarial and computer skills to seek employment with India's national space agency.