⚠️ ISRO Assistant, JPA, UDC & Stenographer Recruitment 2026 Corrigendum & Exam Update

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has issued a corrigendum dated 11 August 2026 for Advertisement No. ISRO:ICRB:01(A-JPA):2026 for the recruitment of Assistants, Junior Personal Assistants (JPA), Upper Division Clerks (UDC) and Stenographers. The corrigendum revises the vacancy distribution for the Bengaluru and Thiruvananthapuram zones.

>  As per the revised vacancy details, Assistant vacancies in Bengaluru increase from 26 to 28, while Assistant vacancies in Thiruvananthapuram increase from 6 to 26. UDC vacancies in Bengaluru increase from 22 to 23. The JPA and Stenographer vacancies shown in the corrigendum remain 19 and 10, respectively. The corrigendum also revises certain SC/ST and PwBD backlog vacancy details.
 > Exam Date: The tentative date for the Written Test / Computer-Based Test (CBT) is 21 September 2026.

 > Application Deadline Extended: The last date for online application submission and fee payment has been extended up to 20 August 2026. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.
 ⬇️ Scroll down to the Important Links section below where the direct link to check the ISRO Recruitment 2026 Corrigendum and PYQs has been provided.
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Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space, Government of India
Last Date: 20-08-2026 [EXTENDED]

The Indian Space Research Organisation has opened applications for 244 posts of Assistant, Junior Personal Assistant, Upper Division Clerk and Stenographer at its centres and at autonomous bodies under the Department of Space. The notification, numbered ISRO:ICRB:01(A-JPA):2026 and dated July 27, 2026, covers Level 4 Pay Matrix posts spread across 8 zones, from Ahmedabad to Thiruvananthapuram. Online registration is open from July 27 to August 16, 2026.

ISRO Assistant, UDC, Stenographer Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview

ISRO Assistant, UDC, Stenographer Recruitment 2026: Quick Intro

This recruitment is being conducted by the ISRO Centralised Recruitment Board (ICRB). The vacancies are combined from multiple ISRO centres and autonomous institutions into a single recruitment notification, allowing candidates to apply through one common application process.

This recruitment offers more vacancies than the previous ICRB recruitment for these posts. The earlier recruitment, held in December 2022 under advertisement ISRO:ICRB:02(A-JPA):2022 had 526 vacancies across the notified posts, but this recruitment offers 244 vacancies across the notified posts. Candidates should check the post-wise vacancy details carefully before submitting their application.

Vacancy Details

This recruitment includes 244 vacancies distributed across 6 different posts. Assistant (Post 1) has the highest number of vacancies with 113 posts, followed by Junior Personal Assistant (Post 2) with 81 posts. Upper Division Clerk and Stenographer have fewer vacancies and are available only in the Bengaluru Zone.

The complete post-wise, Zone-wise & category-wise vacancy details are provided below:

Note: Candidates should check the posting location carefully before applying. Some vacancies are listed under a particular zone, but the actual place of posting may be different so, read all notes and footnotes carefully to understand the exact posting location.

Application Fee

The application fee is Rs.100 for all posts. In addition, all candidates must pay a processing fee of Rs.500 at the time of submitting the application, or Rs. 1,000 if applying jointly for an Assistant/UDC post and a JPA/Stenographer post together. The processing fee is collected at the time of application submission. Eligible candidates will receive the applicable fee refund.

The application fee details for each post are given below:

Note: The application fee must be paid online through the Bharatkosh e-payment gateway only, using internet banking, UPI or a domestic debit card. Cash, cheque, demand draft, and money order will not be accepted. It is also important to note that women, SC/ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates who are exempt from the actual fee get a full refund, while everyone else gets back Rs. 400 after the Rs. 100 fee is deducted, but refund is applicable only to candidates who appear in the written examination/CBT. Candidates who do not appear for the examination will not be eligible for the fee refund.

Age Limit

The maximum age limit is 28 years as on 16 August 2026, the same date on which online registration closes. OBC candidates get relaxation up to 31 years and SC/ST candidates up to 33 years, applicable only where posts are reserved for that category.

The date of birth cut-off details for each category are provided below:

Note: Additional age relaxation is available for eligible categories such as Government employees, Ex-Servicemen, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), meritorious sportspersons, and eligible widows, divorced women, or judicially separated women as per Government of India rules.

Educational Qualification

The educational qualification varies by post. Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements for the post they are applying for. The complete post-wise qualification details are provided below:

Assistant and Upper Division Clerk (Post 1, 3, 5): A graduation degree with a minimum of 60% marks, or a CGPA of 6.32 on a 10-point scale, from a recognised university, completed within the prescribed course duration. Computer proficiency is required alongside the degree.

Junior Personal Assistant and Stenographer (Post 2, 4, 6): Candidates must have either a Bachelor's Degree or a Diploma in Commercial/Secretarial Practice with at least 60% marks or an CGPA 6.32 from a recognised institution. In addition, 1 year of experience as a Steno-Typist or Stenographer is required, in addition, candidates must have a minimum English shorthand speed of 60 words per minute (wpm) and computer proficiency. Candidates holding a DCP or DCCP Diploma can submit a BOAT Apprenticeship Training Certificate instead of the 1-year work experience, which is also accepted as equivalent.

Note: If your degree certificate shows only CGPA, you must have a minimum CGPA of 6.32. CGPA cannot be converted into percentage using any university conversion formula for determining eligibility. 

Selection Process

There is no interview for any post. Selection is based on a Written Test followed by a Skill Test. The Skill Test is qualifying in nature and its marks are not included in the final merit list.

The detailed exam pattern and syllabus for the Assistant, Upper Division Clerk (UDC), and Assistant posts in Autonomous Bodies are given below:

The detailed exam pattern and syllabus for the Junior Personal Assistant (JPA) and Stenographer are given below:

Note: To qualify in the Written Test, UR candidates must score at least 50%, while reserved category candidates must score at least 40% in the combined marks of all four sections.

Candidates will be shortlisted for the Skill Test in the ratio of 1:5 based on the category-wise vacancies. However, at least 10 candidates from each category will be shortlisted, even if the number of vacancies is lower. The Skill Test for Assistant, Upper Division Clerk (UDC), Junior Personal Assistant (JPA) and Stenographer is a 75-minute Computer Literacy Test covering MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint. Candidates must score at least 60% (UR) or 50% (reserved categories) to qualify. Candidates applying for Junior Personal Assistant (JPA) and Stenographer posts must also appear for a Stenography Skill Test. The test includes 300-word English shorthand dictation at 60 words per minute, followed by 30 minutes of computer transcription. The maximum permissible mistakes are 10% for UR candidates and 12% for reserved category candidates.

The final merit list is prepared only on the basis of Written Test marks for candidates who qualify the Skill Test. If two candidates score the same marks, the tie is resolved by General Intelligence & Reasoning marks for Assistant/UDC posts or English Language & Comprehension marks for JPA/Stenographer posts. If the tie still remains, the older candidate is placed higher in the merit list.

Salary, Job Location and Service Conditions

Selected candidates will be appointed in Level 4 of the Pay Matrix with a minimum basic pay of Rs. 25,500 per month. They will also receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance (TA) as per Central Government rules and also all selected candidates will be covered under the New Pension Scheme (NPS).

Selected candidates can be posted to any ISRO or Department of Space Centre/Unit in India and they are also liable for transfer at any time based on the organization's requirements. It is also important to note that these posts are temporary in nature but are likely to continue therefore, candidates should consider both conditions while applying.
Selected candidates are eligible for medical facilities for themselves and their eligible dependents, a subsidised canteen, limited residential quarters (where available) in place of HRA, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Group Insurance, and House Building Advance, as per applicable Central Government rules.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official website at www.isro.gov.in
2. Navigate to the Careers section and find the ICRB recruitment notification for Assistant/JPA/UDC/Stenographer
3. Register online, or use your existing National Career Services (NCS) portal credentials if already registered there
4. Fill in personal, educational and category details accurately in the application form
5. Upload your photograph and signature in the specified format and file size
6. Select a written test centre; if applying for more than one post, choose the same centre across all your applications
7. Pay the processing fee through the Bharatkosh gateway using internet banking, UPI or a domestic debit card
8. Review every field carefully before final submission, since applications cannot be edited once submitted
9. Download and preserve your online registration number for future reference

Candidates can apply for different posts across the same or different zones, but cannot apply for the same post number in two different zones. For example, applying for Assistant in Ahmedabad and UDC in Bengaluru is allowed, but applying for Assistant in both Ahmedabad and Bengaluru under the same drive is not.

Required Documents and Important Instructions

Candidates need to upload only three documents while submitting the online application:
= a recent colour passport-size photograph in JPG or JPEG format (not older than six months, sized between 50KB and 100KB),
= a signature in JPG or JPEG format (also 50KB to 100KB), and
= a category certificate, SC/ST/Disability/Ex-Servicemen, only if claiming the fee exemption.
Note: Preferred pixel dimensions are 200x230 for the photograph and 140x60 for the signature, and photographs with caps, hats or dark glasses are not allowed.
 
A few important instructions/points candidates should remember:

> Candidates do not need to upload original documents related to educational qualification, age, category, or a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the application stage. However, these original documents must be produced during the Skill Test, wherever applicable.
> Candidates who are already working in the Central Government, State Government, Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), or Autonomous Bodies must produce the original No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of the Skill Test. Candidates who fail to submit the original NOC will not be allowed to appear for the Skill Test.
> No Travel Allowance (TA) will be paid for attending the Written Test however, eligible candidates appearing for the Skill Test will be reimbursed second-class train fare by the shortest route from the city mentioned in their online application, as per the official rules.

Read the Important Points Below to Understand This Recruitment Clearly:

Skill Test Is Qualifying Only

The Skill Test is qualifying in nature and its marks are not added to the final merit list. Candidates who qualify the Skill Test whether Computer Literacy alone or Computer Literacy plus Stenography are ranked only on the basis of their Written Test marks. There is no interview in the selection process and since the final merit list is prepared only from the Written Test marks, candidates should focus their preparation mainly on the Written Test while also ensuring they qualify the Skill Test.

Assistant vs JPA: Understanding the Competition

Candidates with a Bachelor's Degree can apply for the Assistant and Upper Division Clerk (UDC) posts, making these posts open to graduates from any discipline. However, the Junior Personal Assistant (JPA) and Stenographer posts also require one year of experience in stenography and English shorthand speed of 60 words per minute (w.p.m.), in addition to the prescribed educational qualification. The JPA and Stenographer posts have more specific eligibility requirements than the Assistant and UDC posts, as candidates must also meet the prescribed stenography experience and shorthand speed criteria, even though all these posts are in the same pay level. 

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❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many vacancies are there in ISRO Recruitment 2026?

There are 244 vacancies in total across Assistant (113), Junior Personal Assistant (81), Upper Division Clerk (22), Stenographer (10), and two smaller posts for autonomous bodies under the Department of Space (17 and 1).

What is the last date to apply for ISRO Recruitment 2026?

Online applications close on August 16, 2026, at 11:55 PM. This is also the last date to pay the application fee.

Who is eligible for these ISRO posts?

Indian nationals who are graduates with at least 60% marks or CGPA 6.32 are eligible for Assistant and UDC. JPA and Stenographer additionally need one year of steno experience and 60 wpm shorthand speed, or an equivalent diploma with apprenticeship certification.

What is the age limit for ISRO Recruitment 2026?

The upper age limit is 28 years as on August 16, 2026, with relaxation to 31 years for OBC and 33 years for SC/ST candidates. Further relaxation applies for government employees, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD and certain other categories as per Government of India orders.

What qualification is required for the Assistant post?

A graduation degree in any discipline with a minimum of 60% marks or CGPA 6.32 on a 10-point scale, completed within the university's stipulated duration, along with computer proficiency.

What does the selection process involve?

Selection runs through a Written Test followed by a Skill Test, with no interview stage. Final merit is based only on written test marks among candidates who clear the Skill Test.

What is the salary for ISRO Assistant and Stenographer posts?

Selected candidates get Level 4 Pay Matrix with a minimum basic pay of Rs. 25,500 per month, plus DA, HRA and Transport Allowance as per central government rules.

What is the application fee for ISRO Recruitment 2026?

The actual fee is Rs. 100, but candidates pay Rs. 500 upfront as processing fee (Rs. 1,000 if applying for both post categories), refundable in part or full depending on category and written test attendance.

How can I apply for ISRO Recruitment 2026 online?

Applications go through www.isro.gov.in under the Careers section, with registration open from July 27 to August 16, 2026, followed by document upload and fee payment through the Bharatkosh gateway.

What is the official website for ISRO Recruitment 2026?

The official website is www.isro.gov.in, where the notification, application link, and future updates on admit cards and results will be published.

Is there an interview in this ISRO recruitment?

No. The selection process for these posts consists only of a Written Test and a Skill Test. There is no interview stage at any point.

What happens to my fee if I don't appear for the written test?

The processing fee is refunded only to candidates who appear for the Written Test or CBT. If you pay the fee but skip the exam, the entire processing fee is forfeited, not just the base Rs. 100 application fee.

Conclusion

We have covered all the important and relevant details of the ISRO Recruitment to help you understand the recruitment process clearly before applying. So, now before submitting your application, carefully verify the post code, preferred zone, and all entered details because once the application is submitted, no changes or corrections are allowed so choose your preferred posting zone carefully before filling out the online application. Also Keep your photograph and signature ready in the prescribed format before starting the online application.

After the application process is over, candidates should regularly check the official ISRO website for updates on the admit card, exam date, and other important announcements. (you can also bookmark this page and follow our social media handles such as telegram and WhatsApp for quick updates)

This article is based on the official notification and simplified for easy understanding. For the most accurate and updated information, always refer to the official website.