The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), the leader in the Nation’s civilian space program and the Department of Space agency of the Nation, has announced various Recruitment 2025 notifications. The notices are for Scientist/Engineer positions under both the Centralised Recruitment Board (ICRB) and NRSC, technical positions, and supportive roles such as Technician-B, Apprentice Trainees, and later will announce various details for JRF/RA roles. This means that engineering graduates, diploma holders and postgraduate researchers will have further opportunities to support India’s strategic space programs.
What are the key dates for ISRO Recruitment 2025?
Here’s a table summarizing the timelines across various ISRO recruitment drives:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| ICRB Scientist/Engineer (‘SC’) Notification Released | 27 May 2025 |
| ICRB Application Start & End Dates | 27 May – 16 June 2025 |
| NRSC Scientist/Engineer Recruitment Period | 10–30 May 2025 |
| VSSC Technician & Assistant Positions Application | Open until 18 June 2025 |
| JRF/RA Recruitment (URSC) Dates | 22 March – 20 April 2025 |
| Technician-B, Draughtsman, Pharmacist (VSSC) | 2–16 June 2025 |
What is the application process for recruitment 2025?
All application processes must be completed online through the official portals:
- Visit isro.gov.in ,or a centre portals (like vssc.gov.in).
- Find the Careers / Opportunities section.
- Select the appropriate notification (ICRB, NRSC, VSSC, URSC).
- Complete the online form and upload documents.
- Please pay application and processing costs via BharatKosh.
- Processing Fee: ₹750 per post; this is refundable in certain circumstances, check important notice for details.
- Application Fee: ₹250 (not refundable).
Take a printout & keep the application slip as a record. - JRF / RA applications do not require a fee.
Which posts are available under ISRO Recruitment 2025?
ISRO is hiring across multiple departments and roles:
| Centre / Board | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| ICRB (Centralised) | Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Electronics, Mechanical, CS) | 320 |
| NRSC (Hyderabad) | Scientist/Engineer | 31 |
| VSSC (Thiruvananthapuram) | Technician-B, Draughtsman-B, Pharmacist-A | via VSSC-334 |
| VSSC (Technical & Library Assistants) | Scientific, Technical & Library Assistant | 83 |
| URSC (Bengaluru) | JRF (Junior Research Fellow), RA-I (Research Associate) | 22 |
What is the selection process for aspirants?
The selection process differs based on the role as described below:
ICRB Scientists/Engineers: Test, followed by Interview
NRSC Scientists/Engineers: Test likely + Interview
VSSC Technical Positions: Test + Skill Test (Technical, Assistant)
JRF / RA-I Positions: Candidates will be selected based on the interview after document verification process
Who is eligible to apply for ISRO Jobs 2025?
Eligibility hinges on role and recruitment drive:
| Role | Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (ICRB) | BE/B.Tech with ≥65% or CGPA ≥6.84/10; valid GATE-2024/2025 scorecard required | Max 28 years as of 16 June 2025; relaxations apply |
| Scientist/Engineer (NRSC) | BE/B.Tech or B.Sc (engineering) — check notification for specifics | Likely similar to ICRB |
| Technical / Librarian (VSSC) | Diploma / Bachelor’s / Graduation as per post requirements | 18–35 years |
| JRF / RA-I (URSC) | M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc (Engg.) for JRF; Ph.D. or M.E./M.Tech + 3 yrs’ research for RA-I | Max 28 years (JRF); 35 years (RA-I) |
What is the salary structure for selected posts?
Here’s a glimpse into the pay scales:
| Post | Salary / Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Scientist/Engineer (‘SC’) – ICRB | Level 10 – Rs. 56,100–1,77,500 (Plus Govt. Allowances) |
| NRSC Scientist/Engineer | Likely similar Level 10 range |
| VSSC Assistants (Technical/Library) | Approx. Rs. 78,000/month |
| JRF / RA-I (URSC) | JRF: Rs. 37,000; RA-I: up to Rs. 58,000/month |
OFFICIAL WEBSITE – https://www.isro.gov.in/
FAQs on ISRO Jobs 2025
There are 320 vacancies for Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ posts at ICRB across selected disciplines.
ICRB: 16 June 2025
VSSC: 18 June 2025
NRSC: 30 May 2025
URSC (JRF/RA-I): 20 April 2025
ICRB: Written Test with negative marking plus an Interview.
Yes, valid GATE-2024 or GATE-2025 scorecard is required for Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ posts.
Yes – Processing Fee: ₹750; Application Fee: ₹250 (non-refundable). Refunds applicable if candidate appears for written test as per category.
