If you’ve been dreaming of working where rockets, satellites and real space technology meet - this is your moment. The Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad (a premier ISRO centre) is calling young Indian graduates, diploma holders and ITI pass-outs for Apprentice positions across engineering, sciences, commerce and trades. This is hands-on training on live projects that contribute to national missions - not just another line on your resume. If you’re from the eligible states/UTs and finished your qualifying course recently, read on - this could change your life. ✨

Why you should apply (in plain words)

  • Real work at a national space lab - learn from scientists and engineers.
  • Monthly stipend while you train (₹9,000–₹12,300 depending on post).
  • 12 months of structured apprenticeship - a rare chance to build practical skills and networks.
  • Transparent merit-based selection (no surprise exams or long interview processes).
  • Tentative joining early 2026 - begin your professional journey with ISRO’s culture of excellence.

Quick overview (at a glance)

  • Posts: Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, Trade Apprentice

  • Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat

  • Application window: 14 November 2025 (09:30) to 04 December 2025 (17:00)

  • Selection: Shortlisting by qualifying exam marks → Document Verification

  • Training duration: 12 months (contract) - no guaranteed employment after training

  • Official links:

Vacancy snapshot & essential qualifications

Post TypeTypical Post CodesMinimum Qualification (required marks)
Graduate Apprentice01–11B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch./BCA/B.Com/BA/BSW/Library Science - 60% or First Class
Technician Apprentice12–16Diploma (relevant branch) - First Class
Trade Apprentice17–2810th + ITI in relevant trade (as specified)

Example Graduate posts: Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Computer/IT, Electrical, Civil, Architecture, B.Com, BCA, Library Science, BSW, BA (Hindi/English).

Example Trade posts: Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, COPA, Carpenter, Painter, Draughtsman, Lab Attendant, Refrigeration & AC, Electronics Mechanic, etc.

Note: The official notification lists detailed trade-wise and discipline-wise requirements - check the PDF before applying.

Age limits & relaxations

  • Graduate posts (Codes 01–11): 18 to 28 years as on 04/12/2025.
  • Technician & Trade (Codes 12–28): 18 to 35 years as on 04/12/2025.
  • Age relaxation: OBC (NCL) - 3 years; SC/ST - 5 years; PwBD - as per Govt. of India rules.

Stipend (monthly)

CategoryMonthly Stipend (₹)
Graduate Apprentice12,300
Technician Apprentice10,900
Trade Apprentice (selected codes)10,560 – 11,040

(These are the advertised stipend amounts - subject to rules and administrative changes.)

Eligibility - checklist (read carefully)

You should apply only if all of the following apply:

  • You are an Indian National.
  • You belong to the specified states/UTs eligible for this recruitment (verify in the notification).
  • You have completed the required Degree/Diploma/ITI in or after November 2022 (no older passing dates unless explicitly allowed).
  • Minimum marks: 60% for graduates, First Class for diploma, and relevant ITI qualification for trades.
  • No prior apprenticeship or more than one year of relevant experience (as per notification).
  • Not currently pursuing higher studies (full-time).
  • You are medically fit to join training (medical check at joining).

Selection process - what to expect

  1. Shortlisting strictly by percentage/marks in the qualifying exam (degree/diploma/ITI).
  2. Document verification for shortlisted candidates (originals + self-attested copies).
  3. Shortlisting communication via email only - keep your email/sms active and check spam folders.
  4. No written test or interview is mentioned - merit-based selection saves you extra exam effort.

Important dates & timeline

  • Online registration starts: 14 November 2025, 09:30 Hrs
  • Last date to apply: 04 December 2025, 17:00 Hrs
  • Tentative training start: Jan–Feb 2026 (subject to confirmation by SAC)

Make sure to apply well before the deadline - portals get busy near the close.

Step-by-step application guide (apply correctly - one shot!)

  1. Visit the SAC careers portal: https://careers.sac.gov.in (or https://www.sac.gov.in).
  2. Register with a valid & unique email id from 14/11/2025 (09:30 Hrs).
  3. Fill the online form carefully - enter marks in %, DOB, category details, and educational details exactly as on certificates.
  4. Solve the captcha and submit (there is no edit after submission).
  5. On successful submission you will receive a 14-digit Online Registration Number via email - save it.
  6. Print the application summary (A4, no headers/footers) immediately - printing is disabled after 04/12/2025 (17:00 Hrs).
  7. Keep self-attested copies of all documents ready for verification: DOB proof, SSC/HSC certificates, qualifying exam marksheets/certificates, category certificate (if any), Aadhaar, etc.
  8. If shortlisted, bring originals + copies for document verification. No TA/DA will be paid for attending verification.

Training & post-training

  • Training duration: 12 months from contract execution.
  • Stipend paid during training; no guarantee of regular employment afterwards.
  • Use this year to build demonstrable skills, network with scientists/engineers, and add concrete project work to your CV - many candidates leverage apprenticeship experience to move into longer-term roles elsewhere, including PSUs and research labs.

Official links (apply / read full notification)

Practical tips to improve your chances 🎯

  • Double-check your percentage calculation and upload proof - shortlisting is strictly on marks.
  • Keep scanned copies of certificates in PDF (clear, single file for each document).
  • Upload category certificate in the prescribed format if you claim reservation. Use the correct format to avoid rejection.
  • Prepare a short one-page project summary (if applicable) - sometimes document verifiers ask questions about your course/project.
  • Keep communication channels active (email/phone) for shortlist intimation.
  • If your percentage is borderline, keep alternatives ready - apply to multiple apprenticeship/contract openings simultaneously.

FAQs - Everything aspirants ask (clearly answered)

What is the last date to apply?

04 December 2025 (17:00 Hrs).

Who can apply - graduates, diploma holders, or ITI?

All three categories: Graduates (60% min), Technicians (Diploma - First Class) and Trade Apprentices (10th + ITI) as per post requirement.

Is the selection through exam or interview?

No exam/interview is mentioned. Shortlisting is purely on qualifying exam percentage, followed by document verification.

Can final year students apply?

Only if you have passed the qualifying exam in or after November 2022 and meet other eligibility conditions. Check the notification for final-year pass rules - usually final year students are not eligible unless degree is awarded.

Will I get a job after training?

Training is for 12 months on contract. There is no guaranteed employment after apprenticeship. However, apprenticeship experience strengthens your profile for future opportunities.

What if I make a mistake in the application?

The portal typically does not allow edits after submission. Fill the form carefully - the registration number and application snapshot are your proof.

Where will the training be?

SAC, Ahmedabad (Gujarat). You should be prepared to join there when called.

How will I be notified if shortlisted?

Shortlist intimation will be sent via email only. Keep your inbox and spam folder checked.

Final note to every aspirant - a few words from the heart ❤️

This is the kind of opportunity that can tilt your career toward real engineering and science work. If joining ISRO - even as an apprentice - has been your dream, prepare your documents, check your eligibility, and apply before the deadline. The training year will teach you things no classroom can: discipline, precision, and working on systems that matter to millions. Take the leap. You belong in labs that map the sky. 🌌

हिंदी संस्करण - ISRO SAC अप्रेंटिस भर्ती 2025 - आवेदन कैसे करें (संक्षेप में) 🇮🇳

ISRO SAC (स्पेस एप्लीकेशंस सेंटर), अहमदाबाद में अप्रेंटिस बनने का सुनहरा मौका 🚀

यदि आपका सपना स्पेस टेक्नोलॉजी में हाथ आजमाने का है - तो यह आपके लिए अहम मौका है। ग्रैजुएट, डिप्लोमा और ITI पास उम्मीदवारों के लिए SAC ने अप्रेंटिसशिप रिक्रूटमेंट निकाली है। यह प्रशिक्षण व वास्तविक परियोजनाओं पर काम करने का सुनहरा अवसर है - केवल सिलेबस नहीं, असली काम और अनुभव। ✨

एक नजर में - मुख्य बातें

  • पद: Graduate / Technician / Trade Apprentice
  • स्थान: अहमदाबाद, गुजरात
  • आवेदन अवधि: 14 नवम्बर 2025 से 04 दिसम्बर 2025 (17:00) तक
  • चयन: योग्यता परीक्षा के प्रतिशतांक के आधार पर शॉर्टलिस्ट → दस्तावेज सत्यापन
  • प्रशिक्षण अवधि: 12 माह (अनुबंध) - ट्रेनिंग के बाद नियमित नौकरी की गारंटी नहीं
  • आधिकारिक लिंक: नोटिफिकेशन PDF: https://careers.sac.gov.in/assets/pdfs/2025.pdf | Apply: https://careers.sac.gov.in

पद और आवश्यक योग्यता (मुख्य)

  • Graduate Apprentice (Codes 01–11): B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch./BCA/B.Com/BA/BSW/Library - 60%
  • Technician Apprentice (12–16): Diploma (संबंधित शाखा) - First Class
  • Trade Apprentice (17–28): 10वीं + ITI (संबंधित ट्रेड)

(कृपया विस्तृत पोस्ट-वाइज विवरण के लिए आधिकारिक नोटिफिकेशन देखिए।)

आयु सीमा

  • Graduate (01–11): 18–28 वर्ष (04/12/2025 तक)
  • Technician/Trade (12–28): 18–35 वर्ष (04/12/2025 तक)
  • आरक्षण आयु छूट: OBC (NCL) 3 वर्ष, SC/ST 5 वर्ष, PwBD नियमानुसार।

stipend (मासिक)

  • Graduate: ₹12,300
  • Technician: ₹10,900
  • Trade: ₹10,560 – ₹11,040

आवेदन कैसे करें - सरल स्टेप्स

  1. 14/11/2025 (09:30) से https://careers.sac.gov.in पर रजिस्टर करें।
  2. सटीक जानकारी भरें - % अंक, जन्मतिथि, श्रेणी आदि।
  3. कैप्चा भरकर सबमिट करें - एक बार जमा करने के बाद संपादन संभव नहीं।
  4. 14-अंकीय रजिस्ट्रेशन नंबर ईमेल से प्राप्त होगा - सुरक्षित रखें।
  5. आवेदन सारांश प्रिंट करें (A4) - प्रिंटिंग पोर्टल पर 04/12/2025 (17:00) के बाद बंद हो सकती है।
  6. दस्तावेज़ की स्व-प्रमाणित प्रतियाँ और मूल सत्यापन के लिए साथ रखें।

चयन प्रक्रिया - जल्दबाजी नहीं, निष्पक्षता है

  • शॉर्टलिस्टिंग योग्यता अंकों पर आधारित - इसलिए अपने अंक और सर्टिफिकेट साफ रखें।
  • शॉर्टलिस्ट हुए अभ्यर्थियों का दस्तावेज सत्यापन किया जाएगा।
  • ईमेल पर ही सूचित किया जाएगा - अपना ईमेल नियमित जांचें।

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न (FAQs)

आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि क्या है? - 04 दिसम्बर 2025 (17:00) चयन कैसे होगा? - केवल योग्यता प्रतिशत के आधार पर शॉर्टलिस्ट → डॉक्यूमेंट वेरिफिकेशन प्रशिक्षण के बाद नौकरी पक्की होगी? - नहीं; प्रशिक्षण के बाद नियुक्ति स्वीकृत नहीं है, पर अनुभव आपके लिए दरवाजे खोलता है। कहाँ से आधिकारिक नोटिफिकेशन पढ़ें? - https://careers.sac.gov.in/assets/pdfs/2025.pdf

आख़िरी सलाह - थोड़ा दिल लगा कर करें तैयारी ❤️

यह मौका आपके कौशल को असली दुनिया में आजमाने का है। दस्तावेज़ों की तैयारी, प्रतिशत की पुष्टि और समय पर आवेदन - तीनों पर ध्यान दें। यदि आप ISRO या स्पेस/रिसर्च के क्षेत्र में कदम रखना चाहते हैं, तो यह पहला ठोस कदम हो सकता है। लगे रहिए, तैयारी कीजिए और समय पर आवेदन कीजिए - आसमान आपका इंतजार कर रहा है। 🌠