ISRO SAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Graduate, Diploma & ITI Posts
Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad, one of the lead research centres of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) under the Department of Space, has officially released Advertisement No. SAC: 03:2026 dated 11th November 2026 for the engagement of Graduate Apprentices, Technician (Diploma) Apprentices, and Trade (ITI) Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The one-year training programme offers monthly stipends ranging from ₹10,560 to ₹12,300 across 26 post codes. Selection is conducted purely on academic merit with zero application fee and no written test. Eligible candidates can apply online at careers.sac.gov.in from 11th November 2026 (09:30 AM) to 2nd December 2026 (5:00 PM).
📌 ISRO SAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Space Applications Centre (SAC), ISRO, Ahmedabad |
| Advertisement Number | Advt. No. SAC: 03:2026 (Dated 11/11/2026) |
| Posts | Graduate Apprentice, Technician (Diploma) Apprentice & Trade (ITI) Apprentice |
| Post Codes | Post Codes 01 to 26 (Engineering, Non-Engineering, Diploma & ITI Trades) |
| Monthly Stipend | Graduate: ₹12,300/- | Technician: ₹10,900/- | Trade: ₹10,560 – ₹11,040/- |
| Training Duration | One Year (12 Months) |
| Application Mode | Online (via careers.sac.gov.in) |
| Job Location | Ahmedabad, Gujarat (ISRO Space Applications Centre) |
📅 Important Dates
- Official Notification Release: 11 November 2026
- Online Registration Start Date: 11 November 2026 (09:30 Hours)
- Last Date to Apply Online: 2 December 2026 (17:00 Hours)
- Age Calculation Cut-off Date: 2 December 2026
- Tentative Date of Joining: January / February 2027
💰 Application Fee
In accordance with ISRO / Department of Space apprenticeship recruitment rules:
- All Candidates (UR, EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwBD, Women): Completely Exempted (NIL / No Application Fee)
🎯 Age Limit (as on 02/12/2026)
Age criteria vary by apprenticeship category as of 2nd December 2026:
- Graduate Apprentice (Post Codes 01 to 09): 18 to 28 Years
- Technician & Trade Apprentice (Post Codes 10 to 26): 18 to 35 Years
- Upper Age Relaxations:
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
- SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Relaxation as per Government of India rules
🎓 Educational Qualification
- Graduate Apprentice – Engineering (Post Codes 01–06): B.E. / B.Tech or equivalent in Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Computer Engg./CS/IT, Electrical, Civil, or Production with minimum 60% marks.
- Graduate Apprentice – Non-Engineering (Post Codes 07–09): Graduation in Commerce / Computer Application / Arts (Hindi/English) with minimum 60% marks.
- Technician Apprentice (Post Codes 10–14): First-Class Diploma in Engineering/Technology in ECE, Mechanical, Computer/CS/IT, Electrical, or Civil from a recognized State Board of Technical Education.
- Trade Apprentice (Post Codes 15–26): SSC/Matriculation (10th) + ITI (NTC/STC) in COPA, Carpenter, Painter, Draughtsman Mechanical, Machinist, Fitter, Turner, Lab Assistant Chemical Plant, Attendant Operator Chemical Plant, RAC, Electronics Mechanic, or Electrician (from Gujarat State institutes only).
- Eligibility Region & Recency: Graduate/Technician applicants must have passed from recognized institutes in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Chhattisgarh, MP, Rajasthan, or DNH & DD in or after December 2023.
📊 Vacancy & Stipend Details
- Total Disciplines: 26 Post Codes across Engineering, General Graduation, Diploma & ITI Trades
- Category-Wise Monthly Stipend:
- Graduate Apprentice (Post Codes 01–09): ₹12,300/- per month
- Technician / Diploma Apprentice (Post Codes 10–14): ₹10,900/- per month
- Trade Apprentice (Post Codes 15–16): ₹10,560/- per month
- Trade Apprentice (Post Codes 17–26): ₹11,040/- per month
🧪 Selection Process
- Stage 1 (Academic Merit Shortlisting): Shortlisting / Empanelment based strictly on the percentage of marks secured in the qualifying Degree, Diploma, or ITI examination with statutory reservation weightage.
- No Written Exam / Interview: No written examination or personal interview will be conducted.
- Stage 2 (Document Verification): Shortlisted candidates receive email intimation for verification of original marksheets, certificates, and category documents.
- Stage 3 (Medical Fitness & Contract): Pre-engagement medical fitness check and execution of Apprenticeship Contract.
📚 Evaluation & Stipend Overview
| Category | Post Codes | Monthly Stipend | Selection Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 01 to 09 | ₹12,300/- | Degree Percentage Merit |
| Technician Apprentice | 10 to 14 | ₹10,900/- | Diploma Percentage Merit |
| Trade Apprentice | 15 to 26 | ₹10,560 – ₹11,040/- | ITI / Trade Marks Merit |
🖥️ How to Apply
- Visit the official ISRO SAC careers portal at https://careers.sac.gov.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>careers.sac.gov.in or https://www.sac.gov.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>sac.gov.in.
- Register online using a valid email ID (only one registration per email ID is permitted).
- Fill in the online application form carefully with personal, academic, and passing year/percentage details (data cannot be edited after submission).
- Upload essential qualification certificates (Degree/Diploma/ITI) in PDF format (maximum size 1 MB).
- Review all details and click “SUBMIT” before 2nd December 2026 (5:00 PM).
- Note down the generated 14-digit Online Registration Number and print an A4 copy of the application summary before the portal closes.
🔗 Important Links
👉 https://careers.sac.gov.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>Apply Online on ISRO SAC Portal
👉 https://www.sac.gov.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>Download Official Notification PDF (Advt. SAC: 03:2026)
👉 https://www.isro.gov.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>ISRO Official Website
📈 Why Apply?
- Premier Space Research Experience: Train for 12 months at one of ISRO’s flagship satellite payload and space applications centres.
- Competitive Monthly Stipend: Receive ₹10,560 to ₹12,300 per month with zero application fee and no written test.
- Gender-Inclusive Opportunity: Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply across all technical and non-technical codes.
❓ FAQs
Q. What is the last date to apply for ISRO SAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Online registration closes on 2nd December 2026 at 5:00 PM (17:00 Hours).
Q. Is there any written exam or application fee?
No, there is no application fee and no written exam; shortlisting is based purely on qualifying exam marks.
Q. Can Maharashtra engineering/diploma graduates apply?
Yes, Graduate and Technician candidates from Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Chhattisgarh, MP, Rajasthan, and DNH & DD are eligible (Trade Apprentice is restricted to Gujarat ITI institutes).
🏁 Conclusion
The ISRO SAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a prestigious training gateway for recent engineering, general degree, diploma, and ITI passouts. Prepare your PDF certificates and submit your online application on https://careers.sac.gov.in” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>careers.sac.gov.in before 2nd December 2026.
