The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Centralised Recruitment Board (ICRB) has announced the Computer-Based Test (CBT) date for Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. ISRO:ICRB:03(EMC):2026). The CBT will be held on 19 October 2026 for 175 posts in Electronics, Mechanical, and Computer Science. The admit card is not out yet. Candidates should watch the official ISRO website for the hall ticket, exam city, and other instructions.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 27 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply and Pay Fee | 16 September 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | 19 October 2026 |
| Admit Card | Available Soon |
| Result | To be updated soon |
How to Check the Exam Date
ISRO has posted the CBT date on its Careers page. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official ISRO website at https://www.isro.gov.in/Careers.html.
- Open the Careers section and check Current Opportunities or the latest recruitment notices.
- Find the notice for ISRO:ICRB:03(EMC):2026 – Recruitment to the post of Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’.
- Open the exam date / CBT schedule notice.
- Read the CBT date, exam instructions, and other details carefully.
- Save a copy of the notice for later use.
You may also log in to the recruitment portal with your enrolment number, registration number, or date of birth to check exam-related updates.
How to Download the Admit Card
ISRO has not announced the admit card date. When the link goes live, use these steps:
- Go to the ISRO Careers page or the recruitment portal used for this advertisement.
- Open the admit card / hall ticket link for Advt. No. ISRO:ICRB:03(EMC):2026.
- Enter your registration number, enrolment number, or date of birth, as asked.
- Complete the captcha, if shown, and submit.
- Check your name, exam date, reporting time, and centre on the hall ticket.
- Download the PDF and take a clear printout.
Exam Pattern
The written exam is a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Selection after the CBT is through an interview and a final merit list.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | Area / discipline specific | 80 MCQs | 80 | 90 minutes | +1 for correct, -1/3 for wrong, 0 for unattempted |
| Part B | Aptitude / ability test | Maximum 15 MCQs | 20 | 30 minutes | No negative marking |
The CBT is for a total of 100 marks. Part B covers numerical, logical, diagrammatic, abstract, and deductive reasoning.
Exam Day Instructions
Read every page of the admit card before you travel. Reporting time, session, and centre details will appear only on the hall ticket.
- Carry a clear printed copy of the admit card. A soft copy on the phone is usually not enough.
- Carry one original photo ID, such as Aadhaar, PAN, passport, driving licence, or voter ID, as listed on the admit card.
- Carry extra passport-size photos if the hall ticket asks for them.
- Report at the time printed on the admit card. Late entry may not be allowed.
After the Exam
ISRO usually publishes the answer key within 3 working days of the CBT. Candidates can raise objections within 5 days of that publication. Shortlisted candidates will get interview details later. The final merit list is based on the written test and the interview.
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| Exam Date Notice (Official) | Click Here |
| ISRO Careers Page | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Download Advertisement PDF |
| Recruitment / Login Portal | Click Here |
| ISRO Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Stay ready for 19 October 2026. Download the admit card as soon as ISRO releases it, check your centre details, and follow only the official instructions.
