Short Detail:
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has made the Assistant, JPA, UDC and Stenographer 2026 Revised Answer Key available for candidates. The final key date is 28/10/2026. Candidates who took the written test on 21/09/2026 can open the login link below to check it. There are 267 posts in this recruitment. Applications closed on 20/08/2026. The next stage is the skill test on 01/11/2026. Result and skill test notice links are also available below.
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Centralised Recruitment Board
ISRO Assistant, JPA, UDC & Stenographer Recruitment 2026
Advt No.: ISRO:ICRB:01(A-JPA):2026 | Dated: 27/07/2026
Important Dates
- Form Start Date: 27/07/2026
- Form Last Date: 20/08/2026 (Extended)
- Fee Payment Last Date: 20/08/2026 (Extended)
- Form Correction Date: Not Available
- Admit Card Date: 10/09/2026
- Exam Date: 21/09/2026
- Final Answer Key Date: 28/10/2026
- Skill Test Date: 01/11/2026
Application Fees
- Assistant / UDC: ₹500/-
- Junior Personal Assistant / Stenographer: ₹500/-
- Both post groups: ₹1,000/-
- Women, SC, ST, persons with benchmark disabilities (PwBD) and Ex-Servicemen get the full fee refund after attending the exam.
- Other candidates get the fee refund after a deduction of ₹100/-, if they attend the exam.
- Payment modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
ISRO Assistant, JPA, UDC & Stenographer 2026 Age Limit
As On Date: 16/08/2026
- Minimum Age: N/A
- Maximum Age: 28 Years for General / EWS
- Extra age relaxation applies as per the recruitment rules.
Max Age With Relaxation
| Category | Max Age With Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 28 Years |
| OBC | 31 Years |
| SC / ST | 33 Years |
ISRO Assistant, JPA, UDC & Stenographer 2026 Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 267
| UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 129 | 39 | 38 | 28 | 33 | 267 |
Eligibility Details
| Post | Education | Required Skills / Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant / Upper Division Clerk | A degree in any subject from a recognised university with at least 60% marks or 6.32 CGPA out of 10. The course must be completed within its normal duration. | Must know how to use computers. |
| Junior Personal Assistant / Stenographer | A degree in any subject with at least 60% marks or 6.32 CGPA. A Diploma in Commercial / Secretarial Practice with the same marks or CGPA is also accepted. | Diploma holders need 1 year of work as a Steno-Typist or Stenographer. All candidates need computer knowledge and English shorthand speed of at least 60 words per minute. |
Post & Category Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Post | Zone / Centre | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant (Post 1) | Ahmedabad | 10 | 06 | 02 | 07 | 02 | 27 |
| Assistant (Post 1) | Bengaluru | 14 | 04 | 03 | 06 | 01 | 28 |
| Assistant (Post 1) | Hassan | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| Assistant (Post 1) | Hyderabad | 07 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 03 | 13 |
| Assistant (Post 1) | Mahendragiri | 04 | 01 | 02 | 00 | 00 | 07 |
| Assistant (Post 1) | New Delhi | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| Assistant (Post 1) | Sriharikota | 08 | 06 | 09 | 03 | 06 | 32 |
| Assistant (Post 1) | Thiruvananthapuram | 09 | 01 | 07 | 01 | 08 | 26 |
| Junior Personal Assistant (Post 2) | Ahmedabad | 11 | 04 | 01 | 03 | 02 | 21 |
| Junior Personal Assistant (Post 2) | Bengaluru | 12 | 03 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 19 |
| Junior Personal Assistant (Post 2) | Hassan | 02 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 02 |
| Junior Personal Assistant (Post 2) | Hyderabad | 02 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 02 |
| Junior Personal Assistant (Post 2) | Mahendragiri | 02 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 02 |
| Junior Personal Assistant (Post 2) | Sriharikota | 09 | 01 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 14 |
| Junior Personal Assistant (Post 2) | Thiruvananthapuram | 12 | 03 | 03 | 00 | 03 | 21 |
| Upper Division Clerk (Post 3) | Bengaluru | 09 | 05 | 04 | 02 | 03 | 23 |
| Stenographer (Post 4) | Bengaluru | 08 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 10 |
| Assistant – Autonomous Bodies (Post 5) | Ahmedabad | 05 | 03 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 11 |
| Assistant – Autonomous Bodies (Post 5) | Sriharikota | 02 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 03 |
| Assistant – Autonomous Bodies (Post 5) | Thiruvananthapuram | 02 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 03 |
| Junior Personal Assistant – Autonomous Bodies (Post 6) | Ahmedabad | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
ISRO Assistant, JPA, UDC & Stenographer: Salary Details
| Pay Level | Starting Basic Pay | Allowances |
|---|---|---|
| Level 4 | ₹25,500/- per month | DA, HRA and other allowances as applicable. |
Important Links
| Download Revised Answer Key | Click Here |
| Download Result | Click Here |
| Skill Test Date Notice | Click Here |
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Online Application | Click Here |
| Corrigendum (Dates & Vacancy) | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Youtube Channel | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Facebook Group | Click Here |
| Instagram Join | Click Here |
ISRO Assistant, JPA, UDC & Stenographer 2026: Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection Stages
- First, candidates take the written exam. Those shortlisted on their marks move to the required skill tests.
- For each post, candidates are called for the skill test in a 1:5 ratio based on written exam marks.
Written Exam Rules
| Detail | Rule |
|---|---|
| Type of questions | Objective questions |
| Exam centres | 38 centres across India |
| Time allowed | 150 minutes |
| Marks for a correct answer | 1 mark |
| Wrong answer | 0.25 mark is deducted for each wrong answer. |
| Minimum marks in each part | 50% for UR; 40% for reserved categories. |
Assistant / UDC Exam Pattern – Post Codes 1, 3 and 5
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | General English | 50 | 50 |
| B | Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 |
| C | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| D | General Knowledge | 50 | 50 |
| Total | All Subjects | 200 | 200 |
JPA / Stenographer Exam Pattern – Post Codes 2, 4 and 6
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | English Language & Comprehension | 100 | 100 |
| B | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| C | Quantitative Aptitude & General Knowledge | 50 | 50 |
| Total | All Subjects | 200 | 200 |
Skill Tests
| Post | Tests Candidates Must Pass |
|---|---|
| Assistant / UDC | Computer Literacy Test (CLT) |
| Junior Personal Assistant / Stenographer | Computer Literacy Test (CLT) and Stenography Test |
- Minimum skill test marks: 60% for UR and 50% for reserved categories.
- Candidates must pass the skill tests required for their post. These test marks are not added to the final score.
Final Merit List
Only candidates who pass the required skill tests are considered for final selection. Their place in the merit list depends on written exam marks.
ISRO Assistant, JPA, UDC & Stenographer 2026: FAQS
Where can I check the ISRO Assistant, JPA, UDC and Stenographer 2026 revised answer key?
Use the Download Revised Answer Key link in the Important Links table. It opens the candidate login page. The final key is dated 28/10/2026. Check your paper carefully after opening the details available through your login.
When is the ISRO Assistant, JPA, UDC and Stenographer 2026 skill test?
The next test is scheduled for 01/11/2026. Open the Skill Test Date Notice link to read the notice. Candidates called for this stage should follow the test instructions and check which skill tests apply to their post.
How many ISRO Assistant, JPA, UDC and Stenographer 2026 posts are available?
The recruitment has 267 posts. These include Assistant, Junior Personal Assistant, Upper Division Clerk and Stenographer posts in ISRO and autonomous bodies. The vacancy tables show the numbers by category, post and centre, so candidates can check the relevant entry.
What education is needed for ISRO Assistant and UDC Recruitment 2026?
Applicants need a degree in any subject from a recognised university, with at least 60% marks or 6.32 CGPA out of 10. They must have finished the course within its normal duration and should know how to use computers.
What is the fee refund rule for ISRO Assistant, JPA, UDC and Stenographer 2026?
A refund is available after attending the exam. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen receive the full fee back. For other candidates, ₹100 is deducted from the fee before the remaining amount is refunded.
How are marks counted for ISRO Assistant, JPA, UDC and Stenographer 2026 final selection?
Written exam marks decide the final merit list, but candidates must also pass the skill tests required for their post. A wrong answer in the written exam leads to a deduction of 0.25 mark. Skill test marks do not count in final merit.
