Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (SDSC SHAR), Sriharikota, under the Department of Space, ISRO, has invited applications for 400 apprentice positions. The ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and covers graduate, diploma, trade and vocational apprentices. Online registration runs from 6 November 2026 to 26 November 2026.
This is an apprenticeship, not a regular government job. Selected candidates receive a monthly stipend during training and have no claim to employment afterwards.
ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR (SDSC SHAR), ISRO |
| Advertisement No. | SDSC SHAR/SCF/P&GA-II/Apprentice/2026 |
| Notification Date | 6 November 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 400 |
| Engagement | Apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Training Period | 12 months |
| Location | Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Online (NATS/NAPS registration, then UMANG) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration starts | 6 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 26 November 2026 |
| Document verification date | This detail is not mentioned in the official notification. |
SDSC SHAR Apprentice Vacancy 2026
| Apprentice Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Engineering Graduate Apprentice | 50 |
| Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentice (Science, Commerce, Arts) | 60 |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | 35 |
| Diploma (DCCP) – Commercial and Computer Practice | 60 |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | 180 |
| Vocational Apprentice | 15 |
| Total | 400 |
Discipline-wise and trade-wise posts, along with category-wise reservation, are given in the official notification PDF. Read them before choosing your discipline.
Educational Qualification
| Category | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Engineering Graduate | B.E./B.Tech in the relevant discipline with first class, minimum 60% marks or 6.32 CGPA |
| Non-Engineering Graduate | B.Sc., B.Com. or B.A. with first class, minimum 60% marks or 6.32 CGPA |
| Technician (Diploma) | Diploma in the relevant discipline with first class, minimum 60% marks or 6.32 CGPA |
| Trade Apprentice | SSLC/SSC plus ITI/NTC (NCVT) in the relevant trade |
| Vocational Apprentice | Two-year vocational course after secondary school, recognised by AICTE |
Eligibility conditions to note
- Graduate and diploma applicants must have passed the qualification in 2022 or later.
- Sandwich courses, short-term certificate courses and candidates pursuing higher studies are not eligible.
- Candidates who have already undergone, or are undergoing, apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act are not eligible.
- Only Indian nationals can apply.
Age Limit
Check the age-related conditions in the official notification before applying. Do not assume an age limit or age relaxation that you have not read in the PDF.
Stipend
| Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentices | Rs. 12,300 |
| Trade and Vocational Apprentices | Rs. 9,600 |
| Technician and DCCP Apprentices | See the official notification |
Application Fee
No application fee has been confirmed for this recruitment. Pay money only if the official UMANG portal asks for it, and never pay anyone who claims to guarantee a seat.
Selection Process
Selection is based on academic merit. SDSC SHAR prepares category-wise merit lists from qualifying-exam marks, then calls shortlisted candidates for document verification. There is no written test mentioned. Bring original documents to verification.
How to Apply for SDSC SHAR Apprentice 2026
- Register on the NATS portal (graduate and diploma) or the NAPS portal (trade and vocational).
- Upload your qualification certificate and a valid government ID, and note your enrolment or registration number.
- Make sure your Aadhaar is seeded with your bank account and enabled for DBT.
- Log in to the UMANG portal and search for SDSC SHAR Apprenticeship.
- Select the apprentice category that matches your qualification and fill in the details.
- Upload documents, photograph and signature in the prescribed format (certificates in JPG/JPEG/PNG, up to 1 MB each).
- Review everything, submit, and save a copy of the application.
Documents Required
- 10th/SSC certificate and other qualification certificates (Intermediate, ITI, Diploma or Degree, as applicable)
- Valid government-issued photo ID
- Recent photograph and signature
- Caste, EWS or disability certificates, where applicable
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying on UMANG without completing NATS/NAPS registration first.
- Applying in a category that does not match your qualification.
- Uploading files above the size limit or in the wrong format.
- Waiting for the last day, when portals may slow down.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Official Notification PDF |
| Apply Online (UMANG) | UMANG Portal |
| NATS Registration | NATS Portal |
| NAPS Registration | Apprenticeship Portal |
| Official Website | SDSC SHAR Official Website |
Conclusion
The ISRO SDSC SHAR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers 400 apprenticeship seats at Sriharikota. Eligible candidates should complete NATS/NAPS registration and apply on UMANG before 26 November 2026, after reading the full official notification. Beware of fake websites and anyone asking for payment to secure a seat.
Last updated: 5 November 2026
