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ISRO Assistant UDC JPA Stenographer 2026 265 Posts recruitment opened on 27 July and closes on 20 August 2026 after the official corrigendum, for 265 posts across ISRO centres in Bengaluru, Sriharikota, Ahmedabad, Thiruvananthapuram and more. Graduates and diploma holders with the required computer or stenography skills can apply online at isro.gov.in under Advertisement No. ISRO:ICRB:01(A-JPA):2026, with selection through a written test followed by post-specific checks.
ISRO Assistant, UDC, JPA and Stenographer 2026 vacancy details
The Indian Space Research Organisation, under the Department of Space, has announced a revised total of 265 vacancies this year for Assistant, Upper Division Clerk (UDC), Junior Personal Assistant (JPA) and Stenographer posts. The posts are spread across eight ISRO centres and units, as shown below.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant (Post 1) | 133 (revised by 11.08.2026 corrigendum) |
| Junior Personal Assistant / JPA (Post 2) | 81 |
| Assistant (Post 3) | 23 (revised by 11.08.2026 corrigendum) |
| Assistant (Post 4) | 10 |
| Stenographer (Post 5) | 17 |
| Stenographer (Post 6) | 1 |
| Revised total | 265 |
Centre-wise, the largest share of posts is at Sriharikota and Bengaluru, with further vacancies at Ahmedabad, Thiruvananthapuram, Hyderabad, Mahendragiri, Hassan and New Delhi. Confirm the exact centre-wise split against the official notification before choosing a centre preference.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | ISRO ICRB recruitment page |
| Official Website | isro.gov.in |
| Department of Space | dos.gov.in |
| Download corrigendum dated 11.08.2026 | Official corrigendum PDF |
| More Sarkari Naukri updates | the Global Drishti Sarkari Naukri 2026 hub |
This ISRO Assistant, UDC, JPA and Stenographer 2026 notification adds to an already active central government hiring season. For more Sarkari Naukri updates on fresh vacancies across railways, banking, defence and PSUs, use the labelled link in Important Links below.
ISRO Assistant UDC JPA Stenographer eligibility 2026
Eligibility differs by post code — one of the most common questions applicants search for ahead of ISRO Assistant recruitment 2026:
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant / UDC | Bachelor’s degree with minimum 60% marks (or CGPA 6.32/10) plus computer proficiency |
| JPA / Stenographer | Bachelor’s degree with 60% marks, or Diploma in Commercial/Secretarial Practice (60%) with one year stenography experience; minimum 60 wpm English shorthand speed |
ISRO Assistant age limit (as on 16 August 2026)
| ISRO Assistant UDC JPA | ISRO Assistant official record |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 28 years |
| OBC | 31 years |
| SC / ST | 33 years |
Standard additional age relaxation applies for PwBD candidates and ex-servicemen as per Government of India norms.
ISRO Assistant UDC JPA 2026 important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 27.07.2026 |
| Application Start | 27.07.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20.08.2026 (revised by corrigendum) |
| Written Test / CBT | 21.09.2026 (tentative) |
| Admit Card | To be announced |
| Application fee — Application fee | ₹500 |
| Application fee — Refund after written test | ₹400 for General/OBC/EWS; full refund for eligible candidates as notified |
| Application fee — Payment mode | Online payment through the official recruitment portal |
Applying for Assistant, UDC, JPA and Stenographer
- Visit the official ISRO website at the official ISRO ICRB recruitment page.
- Open the notification link for Advertisement No. ISRO:ICRB:01(A-JPA):2026 (Assistant, UDC, JPA, Stenographer).
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number to generate your login credentials.
- Fill in your personal, educational and category details carefully.
- Upload your photograph, signature and required certificates in the specified format.
- Pay the ₹500 application fee online through the payment gateway.
- Review the completed form and submit it before 20 August 2026.
- Download and save the confirmation page or printout for future reference.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies has ISRO announced in the 2026 Assistant, UDC, JPA and Stenographer recruitment?
242 posts across Assistant, Upper Division Clerk (UDC), Junior Personal Assistant (JPA) and Stenographer categories, spread across ISRO centres in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Hassan, Hyderabad, Mahendragiri, New Delhi, Sriharikota and Thiruvananthapuram.
What is the last date to apply for ISRO Assistant, UDC, JPA, Stenographer 2026?
16 August 2026. Applications opened on 27 July 2026 and must be submitted online through isro.gov.in.
What is the advertisement number for this ISRO recruitment?
ISRO:ICRB:01(A-JPA):2026, issued by the ISRO Centralised Recruitment Board (ICRB).
What is the minimum educational qualification for the ISRO Assistant post?
A bachelor's degree with at least 60% marks, or CGPA 6.32 out of 10, from a recognised university, along with basic computer proficiency.
What qualification is needed for the ISRO JPA and Stenographer posts?
A bachelor's degree with 60% marks, or a diploma in Commercial/Secretarial Practice with 60% marks plus one year of stenography experience, along with a minimum shorthand speed of 60 words per minute in English.
What is the upper age limit for ISRO Assistant recruitment 2026?
28 years for General/UR candidates, 31 years for OBC, and 33 years for SC/ST, calculated as on 16 August 2026, with standard additional relaxation for PwBD candidates and ex-servicemen as per government norms.
What is the application fee for ISRO Assistant, UDC, JPA, Stenographer 2026?
₹500 for all categories. Candidates who appear for the written test get a refund — General, OBC and EWS candidates get ₹400 back, while women, SC, ST, PwBD and ex-servicemen candidates get the full ₹500 refunded.
What is the salary for ISRO Assistant, UDC, JPA and Stenographer posts?
Selected candidates are placed in Level 4 of the Pay Matrix with a minimum basic pay of ₹25,500 per month, plus DA, HRA, transport allowance and other central government benefits.
What is the selection process for ISRO Assistant recruitment 2026?
A written test followed by post-specific stages — a skill/typing test for JPA and Stenographer posts — and document verification, as detailed in the official notification.
Where can I apply for ISRO Assistant, UDC, JPA, Stenographer 2026?
Online through the official ISRO careers portal at isro.gov.in, under the Careers section, using Advertisement No. ISRO:ICRB:01(A-JPA):2026.
Which ISRO centres have the most vacancies in this 2026 recruitment?
Sriharikota and Bengaluru account for the largest share of posts, with further vacancies at Ahmedabad, Thiruvananthapuram, Hyderabad, Mahendragiri, Hassan and New Delhi.