100 ISRO scientists exit, who can enter? How to get a job at India's space agency
Over 100 scientists have reportedly exited the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), with some of them associated with India's upcoming space missions, including the Gaganyaan
Over 100 scientists have reportedly exited the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), with some of them associated with India's upcoming space missions, including the Gaganyaan programme. While the reasons behind the departures have not been officially detailed, experts have described the trend as part of a growing concern over brain drain, where experienced scientific talent moves to other organisations or opportunities. Read Full Story At the same time, ISRO continues to remain one of the most preferred employers for engineering graduates in India. With placement challenges affecting many young graduates, including those from premier institutions, a scientist's position at the country's space agency is often seen as a stable and prestigious career. For thousands of engineering graduates in India, a job at the ISRO is among the most sought-after career options. From launching satellites and developing launch vehicles to working on planetary missions, ISRO scientists contribute to some of India's biggest scientific programmes. However, getting a job at ISRO is competitive. The organisation recruits scientists and engineers through a structured selection process, offers government pay scales, and follows service rules that differ from the private sector.
Recently, the Department of Space also tightened resignation rules for scientists working on critical missions. HOW TO GET A JOB AT ISRO The most common entry-level position for engineering graduates is Scientist/Engineer 'SC'. Candidates with a BE/BTech or equivalent degree in disciplines such as Electronics, Mechanical, Computer Science, Civil, Electrical, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, Architecture, and several other engineering streams are recruited through the ISRO Centralised Recruitment Board (ICRB). Recruitment notifications are released on the official ISRO Careers portal. Depending on the recruitment notification, candidates are selected through either A written examination followed by an interview. GATE score-based shortlisting for specified vacancies, followed by an interview. The final merit list is prepared according to the recruitment rules mentioned in the official. WHAT IS THE SAARY OF AN ISRO SCIENTIST? A newly recruited Scientist/Engineer 'SC' is appointed under Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix, with a starting basic pay of 56,100 per month. Apart from the basic salary, scientists are entitled to several government allowances and benefits, including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, medical facilities, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Group Insurance, House Building Advance, and pension benefits under the applicable government pension scheme.
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