ISRO Scientist & Research Personnel Recruitment 2025 – 320 Posts

ISRO Scientist & Research Personnel Recruitment 2025 – Apply Now

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has opened its 2025 recruitment drive for 320 Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ posts under the Centralised Recruitment Board (ICRB). Additional openings for Junior Research Fellows (JRF)and Research Associates (RA‑I) are also live at various centres, including URSC and NRSC.

This blog covers eligibility criteria, application steps, role details, and preparation tips so you can confidently apply via ISRO’s official careers portal.

📌 Official Application Link

Apply via the official ISRO website:
https://www.isro.gov.in

🧾 Key Recruitment Details

1. Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (ICRB 2025)

• Total Posts: 320 across disciplines—Electronics, Mechanical, Computer Science
• Notification & Vacancy: Released officially on ISRO portal; apply between May 27 and June 16, 2025(Testbook, Samayam Tamil, ISRO, Career Power)

2. Research Personnel Roles

• URSC (Bengaluru): JRF and RA‑I posts—22 vacancies. Apply between March 22 – April 20, 2025(Career Power)
• NRSC (Hyderabad): 31 Scientist/Engineer roles. Open from May 10 – May 30, 2025 (ISRO)

✅ Who Is Eligible?

Scientist/Engineer Posts

• Qualification: BE/B.Tech in relevant engineering stream
• Age Limit: 28–35 years depending on discipline; category-based relaxations apply
• Nationality: Indian citizen; no backlog in academics required

JRF / RA‑I Positions

• JRF: ME/M.Tech/MSc in related field; age limit up to ~28
• RA‑I: PhD or ME/MTech with ≥ 3 years research—upper age up to ~35

Eligibility specifics appear in each advertisement PDF.(Career Power, ISRO, Career Power)

📋 Selection Process Overview

• Science Engineering Posts: Online written examination followed by a personal interview
• JRF / RA‑I Roles: Shortlisting based on academic/research credentials, followed by direct interviews and documentation
  Interview weightage typically ranges between 25‑40% in the final scoring.(Career Power, ISRO)

💼 Pay & Benefits

Post	Pay Level (7th CPC)	Monthly Salary
Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’	Level 10 (₹56,100–₹1,77,500)	~₹56,100–₹1,77,500
JRF / Research Associate‑I	Fixed fellowship (≈ ₹37,000–₹58,000)	Depends on role

ISRO offers comprehensive benefits including HRA, pension, leave, performance advancement, medical coverage, training opportunities, and housing (if eligible).

📝 Steps to Apply (ISRO Portal)

1. Visit https://www.isro.gov.in and select the Careers section
2. Find relevant advertisement (ICRB or Centre-specific)
3. Complete online application and upload documents
4. Pay the application fee via net banking/UPI/card (fee exemptions apply)
5. Register for exam and complete payment before deadlines
6. Save your application slip and retain credentials for exam/interview (ISRO, Testbook, Career Power, Career Power)

📌 Preparation Tips

• Practice previous years’ ICRB exam papers and mock tests
• Focus on General Aptitude, Engineering Fundamentals, Current Science & Technology
• For JRF/RA applications—highlight academic projects and research output
• Learn about ISRO’s mission, structure, flagship projects, and space programmes
• Practice interview rounds focusing on technical depth and problem-solving

❓ FAQs

Can I apply to multiple ISRO openings simultaneously?
Yes, you can apply separately for Scientist, JRF, or other roles if eligible.

Will final-year students qualify?
Only those with degrees completed before application deadlines will be considered.

How long after exam till the interview?
Recruitment timeline averages 6‑12 months—it can extend based on processing time.(Reddit, en.wikipedia.org, Reddit, Reddit)

Is there technician or administrative hiring?
Yes—ISRO periodically opens recruitment for Technical Assistants, Scientific Assistants, and support staff; refer to the main Careers page for updates.(ISRO, ISRO)

🚀 Final Thoughts & Your Next Steps

The ISRO Scientist/Research Personnel Recruitment 2025 offers a prestigious foothold into India's premier space research body. With 320 Scientist roles and several JRF/RA positions, the scope spans from engineering to scientific research.

✔️ Your Action Plan:

• Visit https://www.isro.gov.in and navigate to Careers
• Choose and apply for roles you're eligible for between May 10 and June 16, 2025
• Prepare with focus on aptitude, engineering fundamentals, and domain expertise
• Save application credentials, prepare documents, and await exam schedule

This is your chance to contribute to India’s burgeoning space frontier—apply now and take the first step toward a scientific career with ISRO.