ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 400 Posts, Stipend, Eligibility, How to Apply

Looking for a government apprenticeship at India’s space agency? ISRO’s Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC SHAR), Sriharikota, has invited applications for 400 apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The training lasts 12 months, and the stipend ranges from ₹9,600 to ₹12,300 a month.

There are seats for BSc, BCom and BA graduates, engineering graduates, diploma holders, ITI trade candidates and vocational candidates. You apply on the UMANG portal after registering on NATS or NAPS, between 6 and 26 November 2026. Want more government apprenticeships? See our guides to ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 and RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026.

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ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview

Vacancies, Eligibility and Stipend

You can apply only in the category that matches your qualification. Graduates and diploma holders need a first class (minimum 60% marks or 6.32 CGPA).

Branch-wise seats at a glance:

• Engineering graduates (50): Mechanical/Aerospace/Production/Industrial 15, Electronics 10, Electrical/EEE 9, Chemical 7, Computer Science 5, Civil 4.
• Non-engineering graduates (60): Science 20, Commerce 25, Arts 15.
• Technician diploma (35): Mechanical/Aerospace 10, Electronics 5, EEE 5, Civil 4, Chemical 4, Computer Science 3, Automobile 3, Photography 1.
• Trade (180): Fitter 75, Electronic Mechanic 30, Electrician 25, Chemical 15, Refrigeration & AC 10, and 25 seats across plumber, diesel mechanic, machinist, turner, welder, draughtsman and motor mechanic.
• Vocational (15): Multipurpose Health Worker 7, Medical Lab Technician 4, Construction Engineering Technology 4.

Other Eligibility Conditions

• Nationality: Only Indian nationals can apply.
• Pass-out year: Degree and diploma candidates must have qualified in 2022 or later.
• Age: No separate age limit is stated in the notification.
• Not eligible: Anyone who has already completed or is doing an apprenticeship, or has one year or more of work experience. Candidates with sandwich-course certificates, short-term courses or who are pursuing higher studies are also not eligible.
• Marks: CGPA is converted to a percentage by multiplying by 9.5 if your institution has no formula.
• Reservation: Government of India norms apply at the apprenticeship category level.

Selection Process

1. Category-wise merit lists (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS) are drawn from academic marks.
2. Applicants are shortlisted by their position in the merit list for each discipline, branch or trade.
3. Shortlisted applicants are called for document verification. No travelling allowance is paid for this.
4. Selected applicants sign an apprenticeship contract and submit a medical fitness certificate when they join.

The notification mentions no written test or interview. Your marks decide your shortlisting.

How to Apply for ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

1. Register on NATS or NAPS. Use NATS or the Apprenticeship Portal, upload your certificates and valid ID, and note your enrolment number.
2. Check your Aadhaar and bank account. Your Aadhaar must be seeded with your bank account, which must be DBT-enabled.
3. Log in to UMANG. Search for SDSC SHAR Apprenticeship and choose Apply.
4. Select your position and fill in the details carefully. Data entered cannot be changed after submission.
5. Upload documents (photo, signature, 10th/SSC, intermediate, ITI, diploma or degree certificates and mark sheets) in JPG, JPEG or PNG, each under 1 MB, and submit before 26 November 2026.

Read the official documents before you apply: Notification PDF | SDSC SHAR application instructions | Apply through UMANG.

Important Dates

Tips for Applicants

• Register on NATS/NAPS first. You cannot apply on UMANG without an enrolment number.
• Check your pass-out year and marks. The 2022-or-later rule and the 60% first-class rule are strict.
• Enter marks exactly as on your mark sheet. A mismatch at any stage can cancel your candidature.
• Keep category certificates ready. SC/ST/OBC, EWS (valid for 2026-2027) and disability certificates are checked at document verification.
• Plan for Sriharikota. Accommodation is not guaranteed, so check your lodging options early.
• Compare more options. Also see ONGC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 and RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026.

Conclusion

This ISRO apprenticeship is a rare chance to train at the Sriharikota launch centre, with a stipend of up to ₹12,300 a month and seats for BSc, BCom, BA, diploma, ITI and vocational candidates. It is a 12-month training programme, not a permanent job. Register on NATS/NAPS and apply on UMANG before 26 November 2026.

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FAQs

ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 mein kitni vacancies hain?

SDSC SHAR has announced 400 apprentice positions: 50 engineering graduate, 60 non-engineering graduate, 35 technician (diploma), 60 Diploma (DCCP), 180 trade and 15 vocational apprentices.

ISRO SHAR Apprentice ke liye kaun apply kar sakta hai?

It depends on the category. You need a BE/B.Tech, BSc, BCom, BA or diploma with first class (minimum 60% marks or 6.32 CGPA), an SSLC/SSC plus ITI/NTC trade certificate, or an AICTE-recognised vocational certificate. Graduates and diploma holders must have passed in 2022 or later. Only Indian nationals can apply.

Kya BSc, BCom ya BA graduate ISRO Apprentice ke liye apply kar sakte hain?

Yes. The 60 non-engineering graduate seats are for BSc (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Electronics or Computer Science), BCom and BA graduates with at least 60% marks or 6.32 CGPA. The seats are split Science 20, Commerce 25 and Arts 15.

ISRO Apprentice ka stipend kitna milega?

The stipend is ₹12,300 a month for graduate apprentices (engineering and non-engineering), ₹10,900 for technician (diploma) apprentices and ₹9,600 for trade and vocational apprentices. The notification does not list a separate stipend for the Diploma (DCCP) category.

ISRO SHAR Apprentice ki age limit kya hai?

The notification does not state a separate age limit. Apprenticeship rules apply, so check the official notification before you apply.

Kya ISRO Apprentice selection mein exam ya interview hota hai?

The notification mentions no written test or interview. Candidates are shortlisted on merit based on academic marks, category-wise and discipline-wise, and shortlisted candidates are called for document verification.

ISRO SHAR Apprentice ke liye apply kaise karein?

First register on NATS (nats.education.gov.in) or NAPS (apprenticeship.gov.in). After you get your enrolment number, log in to the UMANG portal, search for SDSC SHAR Apprenticeship, select your position, fill in the details, upload documents and submit.

ISRO SHAR Apprentice ki last date kya hai?

Online registration opens on 6 November 2026 and closes on 26 November 2026.

Kya yeh permanent naukri hai?

No. This is a 12-month apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Selected apprentices have no claim to employment in SDSC SHAR, ISRO or any Department of Space centre after the training.

Kya 12th pass candidate ISRO Apprentice ke liye apply kar sakta hai?

Not on the basis of Class 12 alone. The notification lists graduate, diploma, ITI trade (SSLC/SSC plus ITI/NTC) and vocational categories only.

ISRO Apprentice ke liye rehne ki vyavastha hogi kya?

Accommodation, if required, may be provided on a shared basis in SHAR residential colonies, subject to availability. You must arrange your own lodging and boarding during document verification.

ISRO SHAR Apprentice se related query kahan bhejein?

You can write to apprenticeship@shar.gov.in. The notification says telephonic enquiries will not be entertained.

Disclaimer: This article reflects publicly available information as of November 2026, based on the official SDSC SHAR notification. Seats and rules can change. Please read the official notification carefully before you apply.