ISRO Assistant & Junior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Assistants, Junior Personal Assistants (JPA), Upper Division Clerks (UDC), and Stenographers. A total of 242 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. The ISRO Assistant & Junior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 application process started on July 27, 2026, and the last date to apply has been extended to August 20, 2026.
The minimum age limit has not been specified, while the maximum age limit is 28 to 33 years, depending on the category, as on August 16, 2026. Candidates interested in these posts should carefully check the eligibility criteria, important dates, application process, and other details before submitting their online application.
Important Dates
- Starting Date for Online Application: 27/07/2026
- Last Date to Apply: 20/08/2026, 11:55 PM (Extended)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 20/08/2026 (Extended)
- Exam Date: 21/09/2026 (Tentative)
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹500
- SC / ST / PH / ESM: ₹500
- All Category Female Candidates: ₹500
- Payment Mode: Online
Fee Refund
After appearing in the written examination, ₹400 will be refunded to General/OBC/EWS candidates, while ₹500 will be refunded to other eligible candidates directly into their bank accounts, as per the applicable rules.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
- Age Limit as on: 16/08/2026
- Age relaxation will be provided to eligible candidates as per the applicable government rules.
Selection Process
The selection process for ISRO Assistant, Junior Personal Assistant, UDC, and Stenographer posts will include:
- Written Examination
- Stenography Test / Computer Literacy Test, as applicable
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Pay Scale
Selected candidates for the posts of Assistant, Junior Personal Assistant, Upper Division Clerk, and Stenographer will be appointed in Level 4 of the Pay Matrix, with a minimum basic pay of ₹25,500 per month. In addition to the basic salary, candidates will be eligible for Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance as per applicable rules.
Employees will also be covered under the New Pension Scheme. Other benefits may include medical facilities for employees and their dependents, subsidised canteen facilities, limited quarters facility in lieu of HRA, Leave Travel Concession, Group Insurance, House Building Advance, and other benefits as applicable under Central Government rules.
Post Wise Educational Qualification
Assistant / Upper Division Clerk (UDC)
Candidates should have a Graduation degree with at least 60% marks along with computer proficiency.
Junior Personal Assistant / Stenographer
Candidates should have either:
- A Graduation degree with at least 60% marks, or
- A Diploma in Commercial/Secretarial Practice with at least 60% marks.
Candidates should also have English shorthand speed of 60 words per minute, computer proficiency, and 1 year of experience as a Stenographer/Typist.
Post Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant / Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | 150 |
| Junior Personal Assistant / Stenographer | 92 |
ISRO Assistant & Junior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF & Apply Online Form Link
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |