ISRO Scientist/Engineer Recruitment 2023: The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has recently issued an official notification for the recruitment of 303 vacancies for Group ‘A’ Non-Gazetted posts of Scientist/Engineer at the Level 10 of the Pay Matrix at constituent ISRO Centres. Interested and eligible candidates are invited to apply online for ISRO Scientific Assistant Recruitment 2023 starting from 25th May 2023 through the official website @isro.gov.in. It is crucial for applicants to carefully read and understand all the details provided in this article before submitting their applications.
Educational Qualification: BE/ B.Tech or equivalent in Electronics & Communication Engineering with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10.
Post: Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Mechanical)
Educational Qualification: BE/ B.Tech or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10.
Post: Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Computer Science)
Educational Qualification: BE/ B.Tech or equivalent in Computer Science Engineering with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10.
Post: Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Electronics) – Autonomous Body – PRL
Educational Qualification: BE/ B.Tech or equivalent in Electronics & Communication Engineering with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10.
Post: Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Computer Science) – Autonomous Body – PRL
Educational Qualification: BE/ B.Tech or equivalent in Computer Science Engineering with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks or CGPA 6.84/10.
ISRO Scientific Assistant Recruitment 2023 Age Limit Details
Age Limit: The maximum age limit for candidates is 28 years as on 14.06.2023.
Age Relaxation: Certain categories are eligible for age relaxation as per the Government of India orders. This includes:
Serving Central Government employees
Ex-Servicemen
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The selection process for ISRO Scientific Assistant Recruitment 2023 consists of the following stages:
Written Test: The written test is conducted at multiple venues across the country, including Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chennai, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, New Delhi, and Thiruvananthapuram. However, ISRO reserves the right to change the test venue if required. Call letters for the written test are sent to the registered e-mail IDs of the candidates.
Exam Pattern: The written test is a single objective type paper divided into two parts: Part ‘A’ and Part ‘B’. The total duration of the test is 120 minutes. Part ‘A’ consists of 80 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) related to the specific area/discipline. Each question carries 1 mark, and there is a +1 and -1/3 pattern of marking. Part ‘B’ is an aptitude/ability test with a maximum of 15 MCQs totaling 20 marks. There are no negative marks for Part ‘B’, and the questions are based on numerical reasoning, logical reasoning, diagrammatic reasoning, abstract reasoning, and deductive reasoning.
Interview: Based on the performance in the written test, candidates are short-listed for the interview in the ratio of 1:5, with a minimum of 10 candidates. For reserved vacancies, additional candidates are short-listed in the ratio of 1:5. The interview holds significant weightage in the final selection process.
Qualifying Criteria: To qualify for further stages of the selection process, candidates must meet the minimum qualifying criteria specified by ISRO.
Weightage in Panel Generation: The final panel is generated by considering 50% weightage to the marks obtained in the written test and 50% weightage to the interview marks.
Pay and Allowances
Pay Scale: Selected candidates will be appointed as Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ in Level 10 of the Pay Matrix.
Basic Pay: The minimum basic pay for this position is ₹56,100/- per month.
Allowances: In addition to the basic pay, candidates will receive allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance as per the existing rules.
New Pension Scheme: The selected candidates will be governed by the New Pension Scheme.
Additional Benefits: Other benefits include medical facilities for self and dependents, subsidised canteen, limited quarters facility (in lieu of HRA), Leave Travel Concession, Group Insurance, House Building Advance, etc. These benefits are admissible as per the Central Government orders.
How to Apply for ISRO Scientific Assistant Recruitment 2023
To apply for ISRO Scientist Recruitment 2023, you can follow the steps provided below:
Read the notification carefully and ensure you meet the eligibility criteria.
Visit the official website of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) link given below.
Register yourself on the ISRO recruitment portal by creating an account. You need to provide your basic information, such as name, contact details, and email address, to complete the registration process.
Once registered, log in to your account using the provided credentials.
Fill out the application form with the required information, including personal details, educational qualifications, work experience, etc. Ensure that you provide accurate and valid information.
Upload the necessary documents, such as educational certificates, identity proof, photograph, and signature, as specified in the application form.
Pay the application fee, if applicable, as mentioned in the notification. The fee payment can usually be done online through the available payment modes.
Review the filled application form and uploaded documents to ensure they are correct and complete.
Submit the application form online within the specified deadline. Take a printout of the application form for future reference, if required.
Keep track of the provided email address and mobile number for any further communication or updates regarding the recruitment process.