The Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad, one of the leading centres of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) under the Department of Space, has released Advertisement No. SAC: 03:2026 for engaging Graduate, Technician and Trade Apprentices for the training year 2026-27.
Eligible candidates can register online for the ISRO SAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 from 11 November 2026 at 9:30 AM to 2 December 2026 at 5:00 PM. The notification includes opportunities for candidates with BE/B.Tech, graduation, diploma and ITI qualifications in various disciplines and trades.
Official Notification PDF: ISRO SAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026
ISRO SAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organisation | Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad, ISRO |
| Parent Organisation | Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) |
| Department | Department of Space, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | SAC: 03:2026 |
| Post Type | Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice & Trade Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified in the notification |
| Training Period | One year / 12 months |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 11 November 2026 at 9:30 AM |
| Last Date to Apply | 2 December 2026 up to 5:00 PM |
| Job/Training Location | Space Applications Centre, Ahmedabad |
| Official Website | www.sac.gov.in |
SAC is one of ISRO's lead centres and works on the design of space-borne instruments for terrestrial and planetary missions and the development and operationalisation of space technology for national development.
ISRO SAC Apprentice Post Details 2026
Graduate Apprentice
| Post Code | Position | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Graduate Apprentice – Electronics & Communication Engineering | B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent qualification in the respective field with minimum 60% marks |
| 02 | Graduate Apprentice – Mechanical Engineering | B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent qualification in the respective field with minimum 60% marks |
| 03 | Graduate Apprentice – Computer Engineering / Computer Science / Information Technology | B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent qualification in the respective field with minimum 60% marks |
| 04 | Graduate Apprentice – Electrical Engineering | B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent qualification in the respective field with minimum 60% marks |
| 05 | Graduate Apprentice – Civil Engineering | B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent qualification in the respective field with minimum 60% marks |
| 06 | Graduate Apprentice – Production Engineering | B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent qualification in the respective field with minimum 60% marks |
| 07 | Graduate Apprentice – Bachelor of Commerce | Graduation in the respective field with minimum 60% marks |
| 08 | Graduate Apprentice – Bachelor of Computer Application | Graduation in the respective field with minimum 60% marks |
| 09 | Graduate Apprentice – Bachelor of Arts – Hindi/English | Graduation in the respective field with minimum 60% marks |
The notification specifies a minimum of 60% marks for the Graduate Apprentice qualifications from a Government-recognised University/Board/Institute.
Technician Apprentice
| Post Code | Position | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | Technician Apprentice – Electronics & Communication Engineering | Diploma in Engineering/Technology in the respective field with First Class from a recognised State Board of Technical Education |
| 11 | Technician Apprentice – Mechanical Engineering | Diploma in Engineering/Technology in the respective field with First Class |
| 12 | Technician Apprentice – Computer Engineering / Computer Science / Information Technology | Diploma in Engineering/Technology in the respective field with First Class |
| 13 | Technician Apprentice – Electrical Engineering | Diploma in Engineering/Technology in the respective field with First Class |
| 14 | Technician Apprentice – Civil Engineering | Diploma in Engineering/Technology in the respective field with First Class |
The Technician Apprentice qualification requires a diploma in the relevant Engineering/Technology field with First Class from a recognised State Board of Technical Education.
Trade Apprentice
| Post Code | Trade | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| 15 | Computer Operator & Programming Assistant | SSC/Matriculation/10th and ITI (NTC/STC) in the relevant trade |
| 16 | Carpenter / Wood Work Technician | SSC/Matriculation/10th and ITI (NTC/STC) in the relevant trade |
| 17 | Painter (General) | SSC/Matriculation/10th and ITI (NTC/STC) in the relevant trade |
| 18 | Draughtsman Mechanical | SSC/Matriculation/10th and ITI (NTC/STC) in the relevant trade |
| 19 | Machinist | SSC/Matriculation/10th and ITI (NTC/STC) in the relevant trade |
| 20 | Fitter | SSC/Matriculation/10th and ITI (NTC/STC) in the relevant trade |
| 21 | Turner | SSC/Matriculation/10th and ITI (NTC/STC) in the relevant trade |
| 22 | Lab Assistant Chemical Plant | SSC/Matriculation/10th and ITI (NTC/STC) in the relevant trade |
| 23 | Attendant Operator Chemical Plant | SSC/Matriculation/10th and ITI (NTC/STC) in the relevant trade |
| 24 | Refrigeration & Air Conditioning | SSC/Matriculation/10th and ITI (NTC/STC) in the relevant trade |
| 25 | Electronics Mechanic & Radio T.V. | SSC/Matriculation/10th and ITI (NTC/STC) in the relevant trade |
| 26 | Electrician | SSC/Matriculation/10th and ITI (NTC/STC) in the relevant trade |
For Trade Apprentice posts, candidates must have SSC/Matriculation/10th qualification along with ITI (NTC/STC) in the relevant trade.
ISRO SAC Apprentice Eligibility 2026
For Graduate and Technician Apprentice positions, candidates must have obtained their Degree/Diploma from a Government-recognised University, Board or Institute falling under Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan or Dadra Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.
For Trade Apprentice positions, candidates must have obtained the required ITI qualification from a recognised institute in Gujarat State.
ISRO SAC Apprentice Age Limit 2026
| Post Codes | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| 01 to 09 | 18 Years | 28 Years |
| 10 to 26 | 18 Years | 35 Years |
The age will be calculated as on 2 December 2026. The upper age limit is relaxed by 3 years for OBC (NCL) candidates and 5 years for SC/ST candidates. PwBD candidates are eligible for age relaxation as per Government of India rules.
ISRO SAC Apprentice Stipend 2026
| Apprentice Category | Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | ₹12,300 per month |
| Technician Apprentice | ₹10,900 per month |
| Trade Apprentice – Post Codes 15 to 16 | ₹10,560 per month |
| Trade Apprentice – Post Codes 17 to 26 | ₹11,040 per month |
The notification states that the stipend will be applicable to apprentices subject to amendments or revisions issued from time to time.
ISRO SAC Apprentice Training Period 2026
The apprenticeship training period will be one year. Selected apprentices will be registered under the Apprentices Act, 1961, and the training period will be 12 months from the execution of the apprenticeship contract.
ISRO SAC Apprentice Selection Process 2026
The selection/shortlisting of candidates will be based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying examination, namely Degree, Diploma or ITI, as applicable. Candidates must enter their result in percentage form and provide documentary evidence to support the marks claimed.
Shortlisted/empanelled candidates will subsequently be called for document verification and further processing subject to the availability of apprenticeship positions.
ISRO SAC Apprentice Important Eligibility Conditions
- Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.
- Candidates who have already undergone or are undergoing apprenticeship training are not eligible.
- Candidates having one year or more of job experience after obtaining the required qualification are not eligible.
- Sandwich courses, private degrees/diplomas and short-term courses are not eligible.
- Candidates pursuing higher studies are not eligible.
- Candidates who have completed three years after obtaining the prescribed qualification by the date of joining are not eligible.
- Only candidates who passed the relevant Degree/Diploma/ITI in or after December 2023 are eligible to apply, subject to the other conditions.
- Apprentices will have no claim for employment in SAC, ISRO or any other ISRO centre/unit after completion of training.
The notification specifically states that candidates who passed the prescribed qualification in the relevant field in or after December 2023 are eligible, subject to the three-year condition on the expected joining date. The tentative joining period is January/February 2027.
ISRO SAC Apprentice Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 11 November 2026 |
| Online Registration Starts | 11 November 2026 at 9:30 AM |
| Online Registration Last Date | 2 December 2026 up to 5:00 PM |
| Tentative Joining | January/February 2027 |
The official notification confirms that online registration will remain open from 9:30 AM on 11 November 2026 until 5:00 PM on 2 December 2026.
ISRO SAC Apprentice Application Fee 2026
The notification does not specify any application fee. Candidates should therefore follow the official online application instructions on the SAC website.
How to Apply for ISRO SAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official SAC website or its careers portal.
- Visit www.sac.gov.in or careers.sac.gov.in.
- Read the General Conditions and Instructions carefully.
- Register using a valid email ID.
- Fill in the required personal and educational details.
- Select the relevant apprentice post/field/trade.
- Enter the qualifying examination marks and percentage correctly.
- Upload the required educational qualification certificates in PDF format.
- Check all details carefully before submitting the application.
- Submit the application online.
- Note down the 14-digit online registration number generated after submission.
- Take or save a printout of the application summary for future use.
The notification states that an applicant can register only once using an email ID and that no changes are permitted after submission. Required qualification certificates must be uploaded in PDF format with a maximum size of 1 MB.
Documents Required for ISRO SAC Apprentice Application
- Date of Birth proof
- SSC/10th and/or HSC/12th mark sheets and certificate
- Degree/Diploma/ITI mark sheets and certificate
- OBC (NCL) certificate, where applicable
- SC/ST certificate, where applicable
- EWS Income and Asset Certificate, where applicable
- PwBD certificate, where applicable
- Aadhaar Card
- Other documents required for verification
At document verification, shortlisted candidates must produce the original documents along with the hard copy of the online application summary and self-attested copies of the prescribed documents.
ISRO SAC Apprentice 2026 – Important Instructions
- Only Indian Nationals can apply.
- Applications must be submitted online through the SAC website or careers portal.
- The online application can be submitted only once.
- No correction is permitted after submission.
- All information entered in the application must match the uploaded certificates.
- Applications without the required documents will be treated as invalid.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed about further processing through email.
- Candidates must provide a valid email ID.
- Selected candidates must execute an apprenticeship training contract.
- Candidates who do not meet the prescribed medical fitness criteria at the time of joining will have their candidature cancelled.
- Shortlisted candidates called for document verification will not be eligible for Travelling Allowance.
The notification also states that candidates will have no claim to employment at SAC, ISRO or any other ISRO centre/unit after completion of the apprenticeship training
