| ISRO SAC Recruitment 2025 :- The Space Applications Centre (SAC), a premier institution of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has announced a recruitment drive for language experts. Under ISRO SAC Recruitment 2025 (Advertisement No. SAC:03:2025), applications are invited for the post of Junior Translation Officer (JTO). This ISRO SAC Recruitment 2025 drive aims to fill 4 vacancies across various ISRO centres and the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST). This is a prestigious opportunity for candidates with proficiency in Hindi and English to build a career in India’s premier space research organization. |
ISRO SAC Recruitment 2025 Details
| Post Name | Post Code | Total Vacancies & Location | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Essential Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Translation Officer (JTO) | 07 | Total: 3 (UR) • LPSC, Thiruvananthapuram (1) • IPRC, Mahendragiri, TN (1) • ISRO HQ, Bengaluru (1) | Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) | Master’s Degree in Hindi/English with English/Hindi as a subject/medium at degree level. OR Master’s in any subject (other than Hindi/English) with Hindi & English as subjects/medium. AND A recognized Diploma in Translation OR 2 years of translation experience in Govt. offices. |
| Junior Translation Officer (JTO) | 08 | Total: 1 (UR) • IIST, Thiruvananthapuram (1) | Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) | Same as above |
ISRO SAC Recruitment 2025 Age Limit
- Age Limit: 18 to 35 years as of 13.10.2025. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per Government of India rules.
ISRO SAC Recruitment 2025 Application Fees
- Initial Payment: All candidates must pay ₹750 online.
- Refund: ₹500 will be refunded to General/OBC candidates after the written test. Full ₹750 will be refunded to SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen candidates.
Important Dates
- Start Date for Online Application: 23rd September 2025 (09:30 AM)
- Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment: 13th October 2025 (05:00 PM)
- Cut-off Date for All Eligibility Criteria: 13th October 2025
Selection Process
The selection is a two-stage process:
- Written Test (100 Marks):
- Part-A (50 Marks): Objective type questions testing General Hindi and General English.
- Part-B (50 Marks): Descriptive type questions, including translation of passages and expansion of thoughts.
- Qualifying Marks: Minimum 60% (60 out of 100). Candidates can opt to take the exam in Hindi or English.
- Skill Test (Qualifying Nature):
- Only candidates who qualify in the written test (in a 1:5 ratio) will be called.
- It includes Precis Writing and Translation (Hindi to English and vice-versa).
- Qualifying Marks: Minimum 60%. Marks obtained in the Skill Test are not added to the final merit.
Final Selection: Based purely on the marks obtained in the Written Test.
How to Apply ?
- Visit Official Website: Go to https://www.sac.gov.in or https://careers.sac.gov.in.
- Register Online: Click on the recruitment link and register by providing basic details. You will receive a Registration Number.
- Fill Application: Log in and fill out the online application form carefully for the desired Post Code (07 or 08).
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), etc., in the specified format and size.
- Pay Fee: Pay the application fee of ₹750 online using Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI.
- Submit & Print: Review all details and submit the application. Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
Note: If applying for both Post Codes (07 & 08), you must submit two separate applications and pay the fee separately.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the salary for a Junior Translation Officer at ISRO?
Ans: The post is in Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC, with a pay scale of ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400. The approximate starting monthly emolument is around ₹80,000, including Basic Pay, DA, HRA, and other allowances.
Q2: I have an MA in Sociology with Hindi and English as subjects. Am I eligible?
Ans: Yes. As per the notification, a Master’s degree in any subject (other than Hindi or English) with Hindi and English as compulsory or elective subjects at the degree level makes you eligible, provided you also meet the translation diploma/experience requirement.
Q3: Is the Skill Test marks considered for the final merit list?
Ans: No. The Skill Test is of a ‘go-no-go’ qualifying nature. The final selection is based 100% on the marks obtained in the Written Test.
Q4: What is the last date to apply for ISRO JTO 2025?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 13th October 2025, until 5:00 PM.
Q5: Where will the written examination be conducted?
Ans: The written test will be conducted in 18 major cities across India, including Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, Thiruvananthapuram, and others.