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Department of Space Group A and Group B Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 60 Personal Assistant, Deputy Secretary and More Posts

60
Vacancies
Within 30 days from the date of issue of Office Memorandum (8 November 2026)
Last Date
Offline
Apply Mode
Bengaluru
Location
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Department of Space Group A and Group B Recruitment 2026 : Job Overview

The Department of Space Secretariat, Bengaluru has issued an official notification inviting applications from eligible officers for filling up various Group-A and Group-B posts on a deputation basis. Register for Job Alerts
Post NameSr. Head (Audit), Principal Pay and Accounts Officer, Deputy Secretary, Under Secretary, Sr. Audit Officer, Principal Accounts Officer, Audit Officer, Accounts Officer, Principal Staff Officer, Senior Principal Private Secretary, Principal Private Secretary, Assistant Director (Official Language), Assistant Section Officer, Private Secretary, Personal Assistant, Senior Translation Officer
Total Vacancies60
Application ModeOffline
Job LocationBengaluru
Notification NumberA.26011/1/2025-I (Vol.II)
Official Websitewww.isro.gov.in
Last Updated16 Oct 2026
DepartmentDepartment of Space Secretariat, Bengaluru
Selection Process BriefEvaluation of service record and review of past performance by Selection Committee

Department of Space Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Notification DateOctober 09 2026
Application Closing DateWithin 30 days from the date of issue of Office Memorandum (8 November 2026)

Department of Space Vacancy 2026

The total number of vacancies available across various Group-A and Group-B posts is 60.
Post NamePay LevelVacancies
Sr. Head, AuditLevel-131
Principal Pay and Accounts OfficerLevel-131
Deputy SecretaryLevel-122
Under SecretaryLevel-1111
Sr. Audit OfficerLevel-114
Principal Accounts OfficerLevel-111
Audit OfficerLevel-105
Accounts OfficerLevel-101
Principal Staff OfficerLevel-131
Senior Principal Private SecretaryLevel-121
Principal Private SecretaryLevel-113
Assistant Director (Official Language)Level-101
Assistant Section OfficerLevel-0717
Private SecretaryLevel-086
Personal AssistantLevel-073
Senior Translation OfficerLevel-072

Department of Space Eligibility Criteria 2026

PostQualification Required
Sr. Head, AuditOfficers from ISRO holding analogous post in Finance & Accounts on regular basis, OR with 5 years regular service in Level-12 as Head, Accounts & IFA, OR total 10 years combined service in Level-11 and Level-12 with minimum 3 years as Head, Accounts & IFA. Alternatively, officers from All India Services or Central Services Group 'A' holding analogous posts in Finance & Accounts or 5 years regular service in Level-12/equivalent.
Principal Pay and Accounts OfficerOfficers from ISRO holding analogous post in Finance & Accounts on regular basis, OR with 5 years regular service in Level-12 as Head, Accounts & IFA, OR total 10 years combined service in Level-11 and Level-12 with minimum 3 years as Head, Accounts & IFA. Alternatively, officers from All India Services or Central Services Group 'A' holding analogous posts in Finance & Accounts or 5 years regular service in Level-12/equivalent.
Deputy SecretaryOfficers from ISRO holding analogous post on regular basis, OR with 5 years regular service as Sr. Administrative Officer in Level-11. Alternatively, officers from All India Services or Central Services Group 'A' holding analogous post or 5 years regular service in Administrative cadre in Level-11.
Under SecretaryOfficers from ISRO holding analogous post, OR with 5 years regular service as Administrative Officer / Accounts Officer / Purchase & Stores Officer in Level-10. Alternatively, officers from All India Services or Central Services Group 'A' holding analogous post or 5 years regular service in Administrative cadre in Level-10.
Sr. Audit OfficerOfficers from ISRO holding analogous post, OR with 5 years regular service in Accounts Officer cadre in Level-10. Alternatively, officers from All India Services or Central Services Group 'A' holding analogous post or 5 years regular service in Level-10.
Principal Accounts OfficerOfficers from ISRO holding analogous post, OR with 5 years regular service in Accounts Officer cadre in Level-10. Alternatively, officers from All India Services or Central Services Group 'A' holding analogous post or 5 years regular service in Level-10.
Audit OfficerOfficers from ISRO holding analogous post on regular basis, OR officers from Central Services Group-A holding analogous post in parent cadre or department.
Accounts OfficerOfficers from ISRO holding analogous post on regular basis, OR officers from Central Services Group-A holding analogous post in parent cadre or department.
Principal Staff OfficerOfficers in stenographic cadre in ISRO being Senior Principal Personal Secretaries holding Level-12 with 5 years regular service. Alternatively, officers in Stenographic cadre in Central Services Group-A holding analogous post or 5 years regular service in equivalent cadre in Level-12.
Senior Principal Private SecretaryOfficers in stenographic cadre in ISRO holding analogous post, OR Principal Personal Secretaries in Level-11 with 5 years regular service. Alternatively, officers in Stenographic cadre in Central Services Group-A holding analogous post or 5 years regular service in equivalent cadre in Level-11.
Principal Private SecretaryOfficers in ISRO holding analogous post, OR Senior Personal Secretaries in Level-10 with 5 years regular service. Alternatively, officers in Stenographic cadre in Central Services Group-A holding analogous post or 5 years regular service in equivalent cadre in Level-10.
Assistant Director (Official Language)Officers of Official Language cadre in ISRO holding analogous post, OR Senior Translation Officer in Level-7 with 3 years regular service, OR Junior Translation Officer in Level-6 who attained Level-7 on completion of 10 years regular service. Alternatively, officers under Central Government in Official Language cadre with analogous post or 3 years in Level-7 as Senior Translation Officer or Junior Translation Officer with 10 years service.
Assistant Section OfficerOfficials in ISRO holding analogous post, OR with 9 years regular service in Level-4 in equivalent cadre. Alternatively, officials from Central Services holding analogous post or 9 years regular service in Level-4 in equivalent cadre.
Private SecretaryOfficials in ISRO holding analogous post, OR with 5 years regular service in Level-7 in equivalent cadre. Alternatively, officials from Central Services Group-B holding analogous post or 5 years regular service in Level-7 in equivalent cadre.
Personal AssistantOfficials in ISRO holding analogous post, OR with 9 years regular service in Level-4 in equivalent cadre. Alternatively, officials from Central Services holding analogous post or 9 years regular service in Level-4 in equivalent cadre.
Senior Translation OfficerOfficials of Official Language cadre in ISRO holding analogous post, OR with 5 years regular service in Level-6 in equivalent cadre. Alternatively, officials from Central Services holding analogous post or 5 years regular service in Level-6 in equivalent cadre.

Department of Space Age Limit 2026

The maximum age limit for appointment by deputation shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.

Department of Space Salary 2026

PostPay Level
Sr. Head, AuditLevel-13
Principal Pay and Accounts OfficerLevel-13
Deputy SecretaryLevel-12
Under SecretaryLevel-11
Sr. Audit OfficerLevel-11
Principal Accounts OfficerLevel-11
Audit OfficerLevel-10
Accounts OfficerLevel-10
Principal Staff OfficerLevel-13
Senior Principal Private SecretaryLevel-12
Principal Private SecretaryLevel-11
Assistant Director (Official Language)Level-10
Assistant Section OfficerLevel-07
Private SecretaryLevel-08
Personal AssistantLevel-07
Senior Translation OfficerLevel-07

Department of Space Application Fee 2026

The notification does not mention any application fee.

Department of Space Selection Process 2026

Evaluation of service records and review of past performance by a Selection Committee constituted in the Department. Preparation of a panel of selected candidates valid for a period of 01 year from the date of empanelment.

Department of Space Important Instructions

The appointment on deputation will be made for a period of 3 to 5 years depending on the post, which may be extended or curtailed based on Department requirements. Deputation shall be governed by DoPT Office Memorandum No.6/8/2009-Estt.(Pay-II) dated 17.06.2010. The total period of deputation including in another ex-cadre post held immediately preceding shall not exceed 5 years. A mandatory cooling-off period of 3 years shall apply after every period of deputation or foreign service. Applications not accompanied by required certificates and documents will not be entertained.

Department of Space Group A and Group B Recruitment 2026 : How to Apply Online Step-by-Step

  • 1Review eligibility criteria and download the prescribed proforma (Annexure-A) from the official website www.isro.gov.in.
  • 2Fill out the bio-data in the prescribed format and sign it.
  • 3Gather attested copies of APARs for the preceding 5 years.
  • 4Obtain the filled certificate in Annexure-B from the Employer, Head of Office, or Forwarding Authority, confirming vigilance clearance, integrity, penalty details, and relieving assurance.
  • 5Ensure the application is forwarded through the proper channel along with the No Objection Certificate from the Cadre Controlling Authority.
  • 6Send the complete application through proper channel to the Director (Personnel & Administration), Department of Space, Antariksh Bhavan, New BEL Road, Bengaluru - 560 094 within 30 days from the date of issue of the Office Memorandum.

Department of Space Group A and Group B Recruitment 2026 : Important Instructions

The appointment on deputation will be made for a period of 3 to 5 years depending on the post, which may be extended or curtailed based on Department requirements. Deputation shall be governed by DoPT Office Memorandum No.6/8/2009-Estt.(Pay-II) dated 17.06.2010. The total period of deputation including in another ex-cadre post held immediately preceding shall not exceed 5 years. A mandatory cooling-off period of 3 years shall apply after every period of deputation or foreign service. Applications not accompanied by required certificates and documents will not be entertained.

Department of Space Group A and Group B Recruitment 2026 : Important Links & Notification PDF

Department of Space Group A and Group B Recruitment 2026 : Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1How many total vacancies are available in Department of Space Recruitment 2026?
A
A total of 60 vacancies have been notified for various Group-A and Group-B posts.
Q2What is the last date to submit applications for Department of Space Recruitment 2026?
A
Applications must be forwarded through proper channel within 30 days from the date of issue of the Office Memorandum (8 November 2026).
Q3What is the maximum age limit for appointment on deputation?
A
The maximum age limit is 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
Q4What is the mode of application?
A
Applications must be submitted offline through the proper channel in the prescribed proforma along with required documents.
Q5What is the duration of deputation?
A
The deputation appointment is made for a period of 3 to 5 years, which may be extended or curtailed based on departmental requirements.
Q6Is there any application fee required?
A
The official notification does not mention any application fee.
Q7Where should applications be sent?
A
Applications must be sent to the Director (Personnel & Administration), Department of Space, Antariksh Bhavan, New BEL Road, Bengaluru - 560 094.
Q8What documents must be enclosed with the application?
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Candidates must enclose bio-data in Annexure-A, attested copies of APARs for the preceding 5 years, certificate from the employer in Annexure-B, and the No Objection Certificate from the Cadre Controlling Authority.
Q9How can I apply for Department of Space Group A and Group B Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 60 Personal Assistant, Deputy Secretary and More Posts?
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Ans: You can apply online through the official recruitment link provided for Department of Space Group A and Group B Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 60 Personal Assistant, Deputy Secretary and More Posts on www.topsarkarijobs.com. Read the full notification and check your eligibility before applying on the official portal. TopSarkariJobs began compiling verified government-job updates in 2020 and launched online in 2025.
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