Young Indians dreaming of working with ISRO have a fresh opportunity. The Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad — one of the lead centres of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space — has invited online applications for Graduate, Technician and Trade Apprentices. Selected candidates will receive a stipend of up to Rs 12,300 a month, and the best part is that there is no written examination — selection will be based purely on the marks scored in the qualifying examination.
Online applications opened at 9:30 am on 11 November 2026 and will close at 5:00 pm on 2 December 2026. Applications are accepted only on SAC’s official website. If you hold a B.E./B.Tech. degree, a diploma or an ITI certificate, this opportunity is for you — but there are some specific conditions you must know before applying.
SAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad — ISRO, Department of Space, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | SAC: 03:2026, dated 11-11-2026 |
| Positions | Graduate Apprentice (9 position codes), Technician Apprentice (5 position codes), Trade Apprentice (12 position codes) — 26 position codes in total |
| Stipend | Rs 12,300 / Rs 10,900 / Rs 10,560–Rs 11,040 per month |
| Applications open | 11 November 2026, 9:30 am |
| Last date to apply | 2 December 2026, 5:00 pm |
| Mode of application | Online — www.sac.gov.in / careers.sac.gov.in |
| Training period | 1 year (12 months) |
| Place of posting | SAC, Ahmedabad (Gujarat) |
Please note: the advertisement lists 26 position codes but does not print the number of seats for each position, so no total vacancy figure is given anywhere in this article.
Which Posts Are Available? Full Trade List
The advertisement covers 26 position codes across three categories:
Graduate Apprentice (Position Codes 01 to 09)
- 01 — Electronics & Communication Engineering
- 02 — Mechanical Engineering
- 03 — Computer Engineering / Computer Science / Information Technology
- 04 — Electrical Engineering
- 05 — Civil Engineering
- 06 — Production Engineering
- 07 — Bachelor of Commerce
- 08 — Bachelor of Computer Application
- 09 — Bachelor of Arts (Hindi/English)
Technician Apprentice (Position Codes 10 to 14)
- 10 — Electronics & Communication Engineering
- 11 — Mechanical Engineering
- 12 — Computer Engineering / Computer Science / Information Technology
- 13 — Electrical Engineering
- 14 — Civil Engineering
Trade Apprentice (Position Codes 15 to 26)
- 15 — Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA)
- 16 — Carpenter / Wood Work Technician
- 17 — Painter (General)
- 18 — Draughtsman (Mechanical)
- 19 — Machinist
- 20 — Fitter
- 21 — Turner
- 22 — Lab Assistant (Chemical Plant)
- 23 — Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant)
- 24 — Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
- 25 — Electronics Mechanic & Radio T.V.
- 26 — Electrician
Who Can Apply?
Only Indian nationals are eligible. The educational qualification depends on the post:
- Graduate Apprentice (01–06): B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent in the respective field, with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks.
- Graduate Apprentice (07–09): Graduation in the respective field (B.Com / BCA / BA Hindi-English), with a minimum of 60% marks.
- Technician Apprentice (10–14): Diploma in Engineering/Technology in the respective field, with first class.
- Trade Apprentice (15–18): SSC/Matriculation/10th pass plus ITI (NTC/STC) in the relevant trade.
- Trade Apprentice (19–26): ITI (NTC/STC) in the relevant trade.
State condition — read carefully: Graduate and Technician Apprentice applicants must hold the degree or diploma from a Government-recognised University/Board/Institute in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan or Dadra Nagar Haveli & Daman & Diu. Trade Apprentice applicants must hold ITI (NTC/STC) from a recognised institute of Gujarat State.
Year of passing: the degree, diploma or ITI must have been passed in the relevant field in December 2023 or later. Candidates who complete three years after acquiring the qualification by the expected date of joining (tentatively January/February 2027) are not eligible.
What Is the Age Limit?
| Position Codes | Age Limit (as on 02-12-2026) |
|---|---|
| 01 to 09 (Graduate Apprentice) | Minimum 18 years, maximum 28 years |
| 10 to 26 (Technician & Trade Apprentice) | Minimum 18 years, maximum 35 years |
Age relaxation: 3 years for OBC (NCL) candidates and 5 years for SC/ST candidates in the upper age limit. Age relaxation for PwBD candidates is as per Government of India rules.
How Much Stipend Will Apprentices Get?
| Post | Stipend (per month) |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (01–09) | Rs 12,300 |
| Technician Apprentice (10–14) | Rs 10,900 |
| Trade Apprentice (15–16) | Rs 10,560 |
| Trade Apprentice (17–26) | Rs 11,040 |
The training period is one year, and selected apprentices will be registered under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
How Will Candidates Be Selected? Is There an Exam?
No, there is no written examination for this recruitment. Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of the percentage scored in the qualifying examination (Degree/Diploma/ITI), with due weightage to reservation categories. Shortlisted candidates will then be called for document verification. Intimation will be sent only by e-mail. The date of document verification is not printed in the notification — this information has not yet been officially announced.
One thing must be understood clearly: apprentices will have no claim whatsoever for employment in SAC, Ahmedabad or any other Centre/Unit of ISRO/Department of Space after the training period.
Which Documents Are Required?
At document verification, candidates must produce the hard copy of the online application summary along with self-attested copies of:
- Proof of date of birth
- SSC (10th) and/or HSC (12th) mark sheets and certificate
- Mark sheets and certificate of the qualifying examination (Degree/Diploma/ITI)
- Latest OBC (NCL) / Caste Certificate / Income and Asset Certificate (EWS) / Tribe certificate / Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card
How to Apply Online
- Visit the SAC website www.sac.gov.in or careers.sac.gov.in.
- Register with a valid e-mail ID — only one registration is possible with one e-mail ID.
- Fill in the application form and upload the essential qualification certificates as PDF files of maximum 1MB each. Enter marks only as a percentage.
- Check all the information and submit — the application can be submitted only once and no correction is possible afterwards.
- Note down the 14-digit Online Registration Number — it will be used for all future correspondence.
- Take a print-out of the application summary before 5:00 pm on 2 December 2026; the site will not be open for printing after that time.
Applications submitted without uploading the requisite documents will be treated as invalid. The notification does not mention any application fee.
Who Should NOT Apply?
- Those who have undergone or are undergoing apprenticeship training, or have one year or more of job experience after attaining the requisite qualification.
- Candidates with a sandwich course, private degree/diploma, short-term courses, or a degree/diploma in other disciplines.
- Candidates pursuing higher studies (B.E./B.Tech. in the case of Diploma holders and M.E./M.Tech. in the case of Graduates).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement released | 11 November 2026 |
| Online applications open | 11 November 2026, 9:30 am |
| Last date to apply online | 2 December 2026, 5:00 pm |
| Age counted as on | 2 December 2026 |
| Tentative date of joining | January/February 2027 |
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF (SAC: 03:2026) | 8-page official advertisement |
| SAC Official Website | Apply online |
| SAC Careers Portal | Apply online |
General enquiries: 079-26913021/22 | Technical queries: 079-26915510/5513 (10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the last date to apply for ISRO SAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date is 2 December 2026, 5:00 pm. Online registration opened at 9:30 am on 11 November 2026.
Q2: Is there any written examination for SAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A: No. Selection is based on the percentage scored in the qualifying examination, followed by document verification.
Q3: How much stipend will SAC apprentices receive?
A: Graduate Apprentices get Rs 12,300, Technician Apprentices Rs 10,900, and Trade Apprentices Rs 10,560 or Rs 11,040 per month.
Q4: Can candidates from every state apply?
A: No. Graduate/Technician applicants need a degree/diploma from Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan or Dadra Nagar Haveli & Daman & Diu, and Trade Apprentice applicants need ITI from Gujarat State.
Q5: Will apprentices get a permanent job in ISRO after training?
A: No. The notification clearly states that apprentices will have no claim for employment in SAC or any other ISRO centre after the training period.
Source: Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad — official advertisement SAC: 03:2026, dated 11-11-2026 (sac.gov.in). Candidates should read the official notification before applying.
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