ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (SDSC SHAR), Sriharikota, an important centre of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has issued an official notification for the engagement of apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 400 apprentice vacancies have been announced for Graduate, Technician (Diploma), Diploma in Commercial Practice (DCCP), Trade (ITI) and Vocational Apprentices. The recruitment notification was released on 6 November 2026 under Notification No. SDSC SHAR/SCF/P&GA-II/Apprentice/2026. The online application process also started on 6 November 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications up to 26 November 2026.
The selected candidates will undergo a one-year apprenticeship training programme at Sriharikota, India’s prominent rocket launch centre. Depending on the apprenticeship category, candidates will receive a monthly stipend ranging from Rs. 9,600 to Rs. 12,300. There will be no written examination for selection. Graduate and Diploma candidates must have completed their qualifying examinations in 2022 or later. Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training or have one year or more of work experience are not eligible to apply.
- Download ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice 2026 Notification PDF
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 05/11/2026
- Online Application Starting Date: 06/11/2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 26/11/2026 (11:59 PM)
Application Fees
- Application Fee: No Fee for All Candidates
- All eligible candidates can submit their applications without paying any application fee.
Age Limit Details
- Age Limit: As per ISRO/SDSC SHAR Apprenticeship Rules
- Age Calculation Date: As per official notification
- Age relaxation will be applicable as per the prescribed rules.
Educational Qualification
- The post-wise qualifications are given below:
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (B.E./B.Tech) | B.E./B.Tech Degree in the relevant engineering discipline |
| Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentice | B.Sc., B.Com. or B.A. Degree |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | Engineering Diploma in the relevant discipline |
| Commercial & Computer Practice Apprentice | Diploma in Commercial and Computer Practice |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | Class 10th Pass along with ITI in the relevant trade |
| Vocational Apprentice (MPHW, MLT, CET) | Two-year Vocational Course after Class 10th, recognised by AICTE |
Post-Wise Vacancies
The post-wise vacancy are given below:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (B.E./B.Tech) | 50 |
| Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentice | 60 |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | 35 |
| Commercial & Computer Practice Apprentice | 60 |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | 180 |
| Vocational Apprentice (MPHW, MLT, CET) | 15 |
Selection Process
The selection of candidates for ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will be based on the following stages:
- Preparation of Merit List Based on Qualifying Examination Marks
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
How to Apply for ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates interested in applying for ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must complete the online application process by following the steps given below:
- Register on the Apprenticeship Portal: Graduate and Diploma candidates must register on the NATS portal at https://nats.education.gov.in/, while ITI and Vocational candidates must register on the official Apprenticeship India portal at https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/. Note down your enrolment or registration number.
- Check Aadhaar and Bank Account Details: Ensure that your Aadhaar number is linked to your bank account and the account is enabled for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
- Visit the UMANG Portal: Open the official UMANG website at https://web.umang.gov.in/ and complete the registration or login process.
- Search for Apprenticeship Recruitment: Search for “SDSC SHAR Apprenticeship” on the UMANG portal and select the relevant apprenticeship category.
- Fill in the Application Form: Enter all required personal, educational and registration details carefully.
- Upload Required Documents: Upload your recent photograph, signature and relevant educational certificates in JPG, JPEG or PNG format. Each file should not exceed 1 MB.
- Submit the Application: Review all the details entered in the application form and submit it online.
- Take a Printout: Download or save a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF & Apply Online Form Link
Notification PDF & Apply Online Form Link
| Check Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Registration | NAPS | NATS |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
FAQs for ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Q1. How many vacancies are announced under ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- A. A total of 400 Apprentice vacancies have been announced for Graduate, Non-Engineering Graduate, Technician (Diploma), Commercial & Computer Practice, Trade (ITI) and Vocational Apprentice categories.
- Q2. When was the ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification released?
- A. The recruitment notification was released in November 2026 under Notification No. SDSC SHAR/SCF/P&GA-II/Apprentice/2026.
- Q3. What is the starting date to apply online for ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- A. The online application process started on 6 November 2026.
- Q4. What is the last date to apply for ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- A. The last date to submit the online application form is 26 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Q5. What is the application fee for ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- A. There is no application fee for any category of candidates.
- Q6. What is the age limit for ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- A. The age limit and applicable age relaxation will be as per the apprenticeship rules and official notification.
- Q7. What is the selection process for ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- A. Candidates will be selected based on merit prepared using their qualifying examination marks, followed by document verification and medical examination. No written examination will be conducted.