Shar Recruitment 2025: SDSC ISRO Jobs, Eligibility & Salary

Getting into ISRO is a dream for many engineering students, and SHAR Recruitment is one of the biggest chances to make that dream real. This recruitment by Satish Dhawan Space Centre offers Scientist/Engineer posts in Electronics, Mechanical, and Computer Science. But the process is strict, from GATE score requirements to interviews, everything needs to be right. This blog will guide you through the official notification, eligibility rules, salary, selection steps, and important dates. If you’re serious about working at SHAR, read this till the end.

Shar Recruitment 2025: Quick Highlights

Feature	Details
Organization	Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR), ISRO
Post Name	Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’
Total Vacancies	63 (Electronics, Mechanical, Computer Science)
Application Dates	April 29 – May 19, 2025
Last Date for Fee Payment	May 21, 2025
Selection Process	Based on GATE Score + Interview
Eligibility	BE/B.Tech with 65% + Valid GATE 2024/2025 Score
Job Location	Bengaluru, Sriharikota, Ahmedabad, etc.
Starting Salary (Approx.)	₹10–11 LPA
Official Website	www.isro.gov.in

What Is Shar Recruitment?

Shar Recruitment refers to job opportunities announced by the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC SHAR), a major satellite launching centre under ISRO, located in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. It includes positions across technical, scientific, administrative, and support roles, such as Controller, Research Associate, Scientist/Engineer, Technician, and Medical Officer. 

These roles support launch operations, research, and infrastructure development at the centre. Shar Recruitment is part of ISRO’s effort to expand operations and manpower for upcoming space missions and projects.

Also Read: Young Scientist Program ISRO

Shar Recruitment 2025: Important Dates & Schedule

The Satish Dhawan Space Centre released its official recruitment notification for 2025 with limited but high-level vacancies. The most recent opening is for the posts of Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’, and the selection process will follow a strict timeline. Below is a clear breakdown of all the important dates related to this recruitment.

Event	Date (2025)
Notification Release	February 25, 2025
Application Start Date	February 25, 2025
Last Date to Apply	April 6, 2025
Admit Card Release	To be notified (approx. 1 week before interview/test)
Interview / Test Date	Will be announced after application screening
Final Result / Selection	Expected within 1–2 months after interview

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ posts at SDSC-SHAR (ISRO), you must meet certain academic, age, and exam-based conditions. These criteria are strictly followed during screening and shortlisting.

Educational Qualification

You must have:

• A BE/B.Tech degree or equivalent in the relevant engineering discipline.
  
• Minimum 65% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA of 6.84 on a 10-point scale.
  
• A valid GATE 2024 or GATE 2025 score in the related subject.
  

Post-Wise Qualification Requirements

Post Code	Post Name	Required Degree	GATE Paper Code
BE001	Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Electronics)	BE/B.Tech in Electronics & Communication	EC
BE002	Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Mechanical)	BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering	ME
BE003	Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Computer Science)	BE/B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering	CS

Note: Degrees must be completed within the time officially prescribed by the university. Allied disciplines are listed in the FAQs on the ISRO website.

Important CGPA Rules

• If your degree mentions only CGPA, that number must meet eligibility.
  
• If it mentions both CGPA and percentage, either one can meet the required cutoff.
  
• No conversion formulas will be accepted if CGPA is provided. The CGPA itself must meet the rule.
  
• For dual or integrated degrees, only the graduation-level CGPA/percentage will be considered.

Age Limit

• Upper Age Limit: 28 years (as on 19 May 2025)
  
• Relaxation:
  
  • SC/ST/OBC: As per Government of India norms.
    
  • Ex-Servicemen, PwBD candidates, and government employees are eligible for additional relaxation.

Documents Required (At Time of Interview)

No documents need to be uploaded during online application except:

• Recent passport-size photo (JPG)
  
• Signature (JPG)
  
• GATE Score Card (PDF)

But you must be ready to submit original documents later, including:

• Proof of age (10th certificate or birth certificate)
  
• Final degree certificate and mark sheets
  
• Valid GATE score card
  
• Category certificate (if applicable)
  
• NOC from current employer (if already working in government or PSU)

Also Read: How to Become a Space Scientist in ISRO?

SDSC-SHAR 2025 Vacancies, Exam Schedule & Test Centres 

SDSC‑SHAR announced recruitment for multiple Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ posts in 2025, spread across various engineering disciplines. These are direct BPA positions filing high-level roles and include written tests followed by interviews. Below is a table summarizing posts, vacancies, exam patterns, and likely test centres.

Post Code	Name of Post	Vacancies	Tentative Posting Units (Locations)
BE001	Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Electronics)	22	Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Sriharikota, Thiruvananthapuram
BE002	Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Mechanical)	33	Bengaluru, Mahendragiri, Ahmedabad, Sriharikota, Thiruvananthapuram, Valiamala
BE003	Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Computer Science)	8	Bengaluru, Hassan, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad

Tentative Exam Schedule

Stage	Date / Status
Notification Published	April 29, 2025
Application Window	April 29 – May 19, 2025
Application Fee Deadline	May 21, 2025
Admit Card Release	~1 week before written test (to be notified)
Written Test Dates	Announced post-application completion
Interview Dates	Will follow written test
Final Selection	Likely within 4–6 weeks after interview

Likely Test Centres

Actual test centres will be shared in the admit card, but based on previous patterns, expect:

• Major metro cities such as Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, New Delhi, Ahmedabad
  
• Candidates should keep flexible travel plans, as the exact city allotment is confirmed later
  

Application & Selection Process

The application and selection process for SDSC-SHAR Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ posts is fully online. Selection is strictly based on GATE score and interview performance. Here’s how it works:

Application Process

1. Online Registration
   
   • Go to ISRO’s official recruitment portal.
     
   • Applications are open from April 29 to May 19, 2025.
     
   • Register with your email ID, which will be used for all communication.
     
   • After registration, a unique Registration Number is generated.
     
2. Filling the Application Form
   
   • Enter personal details, GATE 2024 or 2025 score, academic qualifications, etc.
     
   • Upload the following:
     
     • Recent passport-size photograph (JPG)
       
     • Signature (JPG)
       
     • GATE Score Card (PDF)
       
   • No other documents are required at this stage.
     
3. Payment of Application Fee
   
   • Fee: ₹250 (Non-refundable)
     
   • Exempted: Women, SC/ST, PwBD, and Ex-servicemen
     
   • Payment modes:
     
     • Internet Banking
       
     • UPI
       
     • Debit/Credit Card (Domestic only)
       
   • Last date for payment: May 21, 2025
     
   • Payment is made via Bharatkosh portal after form submission.
     
4. Confirmation
   
   • After successful payment, you will get a confirmation email and message.
     
   • You can check your payment status and print the receipt 24 hours after payment.

Selection Process

1. Shortlisting for Interview
   
   • Based on valid GATE score only (not marks or rank).
     
   • A ratio of 1:7 will be maintained (i.e., 7 candidates for 1 post).
     
   • Accuracy in filling GATE details is crucial. False info leads to disqualification.
     
2. Interview Evaluation Criteria (100 Marks)
   
   • Technical Knowledge (Academic): 40 marks
     
   • Subject Awareness: 20 marks
     
   • Communication/Presentation: 20 marks
     
   • Comprehension: 10 marks
     
   • Academic Achievements: 10 marks
     
3. Minimum Qualifying Marks
   
   • General candidates: 60 marks
     
   • PwBD candidates: 50 marks
     
4. Final Selection
   
   • Based on 50% weightage for GATE score + 50% weightage for Interview marks.

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Career Scope & Salary

Working as a Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ at SDSC-SHAR (ISRO) offers long-term career growth, stable perks, and a high level of professional respect. All selected candidates are appointed at Level 10 of the Pay Matrix, which is the starting scale for scientific and technical positions across ISRO. Promotions happen through a Merit-Based Performance Review System, not just vacancy availability, making ISRO one of the few government departments with fast-track career growth.

Key Benefits After Joining

• Basic Pay: ₹56,100 per month (Level 10)
  
• House Rent Allowance (HRA) or quarters
  
• Transport Allowance + DA (as revised regularly)
  
• Medical benefits for self and dependents
  
• Group Insurance & Pension (under New Pension Scheme)
  
• Subsidised canteen & leave travel concession (LTC)
  
• Scope for research, project leadership, and foreign collaborations

High-Paying Job Roles & Approximate Annual Salary (LPA)

Job Role	Basic Pay	Estimated Annual Gross Salary (Approx.)
Scientist/Engineer ‘SC’ (Entry)	₹56,100/month	₹10–11 LPA
Scientist/Engineer ‘SD’ (Level 11)	₹67,700/month	₹12.5–13.5 LPA
Scientist/Engineer ‘SE’ (Level 12)	₹78,800/month	₹14.5–16 LPA

Note: Promotions to SD, SE, and higher grades are based on performance, not just years of service, under ISRO’s Merit Promotion Scheme.

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