Indian Space Research Organisation ISRO ICRB Scientist Engineer SC Admit Card 2026 : Hall Ticket Out for 175 Posts, CBT on 29 October
Short Information: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Centralised Recruitment Board (ICRB) has released the ISRO ICRB Admit Card 2026 for the posts of Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ under Advertisement No. ISRO:ICRB:03(EMC):2026. A total of 175 vacancies will be filled through this recruitment, and the written test / CBT is scheduled for 29 October 2026. Candidates can download their hall ticket from the official website using their User ID and password. Read the full article for exam pattern, vacancy details, and how to download.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Issued | 27 August 2026 |
| Online Application Closed | 16 September 2026 |
| ISRO ICRB Admit Card Released | 22 October 2026 |
| Written Test / CBT Exam Date | 29 October 2026 |
Note: The CBT was earlier scheduled for 19 October 2026 and was postponed to 29 October 2026 by ISRO.
Vacancy Details
| Discipline | Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Electronics) | 100 | BE/B.Tech in Electronics & Communication with 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10 |
| Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Mechanical) | 53 | BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10 |
| Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Computer Science) | 22 | BE/B.Tech in Computer Science Engineering with 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10 |
| Total | 175 |
Age Limit
The maximum age was 28 years as on 16 September 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD and other reserved categories as per Government of India rules.
Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates are appointed as Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ in Level 10 of the Pay Matrix with a minimum basic pay of Rs. 56,100 per month, plus Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance and other benefits as per Central Government rules. The post is a Group ‘A’ Gazetted post.
Application Fee
Important: The application window closed on 16 September 2026, so this section is for reference only.
| Category | Fee Paid |
|---|---|
| All Candidates (uniform processing fee) | Rs. 750 |
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen who appear in the CBT get the full Rs. 750 refunded.
- Other candidates who appear in the CBT get Rs. 500 refunded after deducting the Rs. 250 application fee.
- Fee was paid online through the Bharatkosh e-Payment gateway (Internet Banking, UPI, Debit Card).
Selection Process
- Written Test / Computer Based Test (CBT) — 100 marks, objective type.
- Interview — shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview.
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
The final selection panel is prepared with 50% weightage to CBT marks and 50% weightage to interview marks.
Exam Pattern
| Part | Questions | Marks | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A — Discipline-specific MCQs | 80 | 80 | 1/3 mark deducted per wrong answer |
| Part B — Aptitude / Ability MCQs | Up to 15 | 20 | No negative marking — attempt all |
| Total | Up to 95 | 100 |
Each correct answer in Part A carries +1 mark; unattempted questions score zero. The exam duration is as per the schedule printed on the admit card.
Documents Required
- Printed copy of the ISRO ICRB admit card 2026.
- Original photo identity proof (Aadhaar card, PAN card, Voter ID, Driving Licence or Passport) matching the details on the admit card.
- Recent passport-size photograph (as used in the application form).
- Registration details / User ID and password used at the time of application (needed to download the hall ticket).
How to Download ISRO ICRB Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official ISRO website at www.isro.gov.in.
- On the homepage, look for the link reading “Admit Card Download Link – CBT Scheduled to be Held on 29-10-2026 (Advertisement No.: ISRO: ICRB:03(EMC):2026)”.
- Click the link to open the admit card login page.
- Enter your User ID and password, and fill in the captcha code.
- Click on the Login tab.
- Check your name, exam date, roll number, exam centre and shift carefully for any errors.
- Download the PDF and take a clear printout to carry to the examination centre.
- If any detail is wrong, contact the ISRO ICRB helpdesk at +91 80 22172465 or icrb@isro.gov.in before the exam.
Interested candidates can read the full notification before applying.
Some Useful Important Links
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q. Is the ISRO ICRB Admit Card 2026 released?
Yes. ISRO released the admit card on 22 October 2026 on its official website isro.gov.in.
Q. What is the ISRO ICRB CBT exam date 2026?
The written test / CBT will be held on 29 October 2026. It was earlier scheduled for 19 October and was postponed.
Q. How many vacancies are there in ISRO ICRB 2026?
A total of 175 Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ posts — 100 in Electronics, 53 in Mechanical and 22 in Computer Science.
Q. What details are needed to download the admit card?
Your User ID, password and the captcha code shown on the login page.
Q. Is there negative marking in the ISRO CBT?
Yes, in Part A — 1/3 mark is deducted for every wrong answer. Part B (aptitude) has no negative marking.
Q. What is the salary of an ISRO Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’?
Level 10 of the Pay Matrix with a minimum basic pay of Rs. 56,100 per month plus allowances.
Q. What is the selection process?
A written test / CBT followed by an interview, with 50% weightage each in the final panel.
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Sources: jagranjosh.com, careerpower.in, govtjobsalert.in, freejobalert.com, official ISRO website (isro.gov.in).
All the best to all candidates appearing for the examination.