Overview

• Official Name: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
• Common Short Names: ISRO
• Type: Government Agency under Department of Space, Government of India (Not an educational university or college)
• Year Established: 1969
• Campus Location: Headquarters and major facilities located in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
• Approvals & Affiliations: ISRO is not a university or college and hence is not affiliated with UGC, AICTE, NAAC. It functions as India’s premier space research organization.
• Official Website: https://www.isro.gov.in

Quick Facts

• Founder: Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
• Chairman: S. Somanath (as of 2024)
• Student Population: Not applicable - ISRO is a research and development organization, not an educational institution.
• Departments/Faculties: Multiple research centers including Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC), and more.
• Contact:
  • Phone: +91-80-2341-0000
  • Email: isro@isro.gov.in
  • Address: Antariksh Bhavan, New BEL Road, Bengaluru - 560 094, Karnataka, India
• Rankings: Not applicable – ISRO is a government space agency, not ranked in academic rankings like NIRF.

Courses & Programs

• ISRO does not offer academic degree courses directly.
• However, ISRO offers research internships, post-doc opportunities, and collaborates with Indian universities for advanced space and engineering research.
• Popular training programs are in space science, satellite technology, rocket propulsion, remote sensing, and related research areas.

Admissions

• ISRO does not conduct admissions for regular academic courses.
• ISRO recruits scientific & technical staff through official govt. exams and offers internship programs for students enrolled in recognized academic institutions.
• For internship opportunities and recruitment notifications, candidates can visit: ISRO Careers & Internships

Eligibility Criteria

• Not applicable for academic courses as ISRO is a research organization.
• Recruitment qualifications: Engineering degrees (B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech), MSc, PhD in relevant fields for research and technical posts.
• Internship eligibility: Students enrolled in accredited Indian universities studying engineering, science, or technology courses.

Fee Structure & Scholarships

• Not applicable – ISRO does not charge fees for education or courses.
• Research internships may be stipend-based depending on program and sponsorship.
• Relevant scholarships are offered by Indian government schemes available to students at their respective universities.

Placements & Career Outcomes

• Placement: ISRO employs selected candidates through UPSC/SSC and departmental exams.
• Careers at ISRO are prestigious, with focus areas in space research, satellite tech, aerospace engineering, and applied sciences.
• Top recruiters: ISRO itself, DRDO, other space and defense organizations, global space agencies (through collaborations).
• Placement Cell Link: ISRO Career Portal
• Internships: Available for students via official application process.

Campus & Facilities

• ISRO Campus in Bengaluru and other space centers provide advanced laboratories, research facilities, clean rooms, satellite assembly units.
• Facilities include dedicated hostels for researchers, centralized libraries, canteens, sports amenities, health care units, and Wi-Fi.
• Research infrastructure supports cutting-edge space tech and scientific exploration.
• Student engagement via occasional workshops and collaborative projects with universities.

Faculty & Research

• Notable Leaders: Chairman S. Somanath, Scientific pioneers like Dr. Vikram Sarabhai (founder)
• Multiple research centers focused on propulsion, satellite communication, space science, remote sensing.
• Major government-funded grants by Department of Space, collaborations with ISRO Satellite Centre (ISAC), VSSC, and academic partners.
• Several patents and MoUs with Indian universities and global agencies support innovation.

Rankings & Reputation

• ISRO as a space agency is not ranked by educational ranking bodies (NIRF, NAAC, QS India).
• Globally reputed for achievements in space missions, satellite launches, Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan), and Chandrayaan.
• Credible recognition by Government of India and international space organizations.

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Not applicable – no academic admission results or cut-offs as ISRO is not a university.
• Recruitment exam results published on respective government portals and official ISRO career page.

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (approx. 40 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Bangalore City Railway Station (approx. 12 km)
• Local Transit: City buses, taxis, metro connectivity to ISRO Headquarters at New BEL Road, Bengaluru.

FAQs

Q1: Does ISRO offer degree courses or diplomas?

A1: No, ISRO is a research and development organization and does not provide academic degrees.

Q2: How can I apply for an internship at ISRO?

A2: Internship opportunities and application details are available at ISRO Careers.

Q3: What are the eligibility criteria for ISRO recruitment?

A3: Eligibility typically includes engineering or science degrees from recognized Indian universities, detailed on ISRO recruitment notifications.

Q4: Does ISRO charge any fees for internships?

A4: Most internships are stipend-based; no fees are charged.

Q5: Can foreign nationals apply for ISRO programs?

A5: ISRO recruitment and internships primarily target Indian nationals; exceptions are rare and subject to govt. policies.

Q6: Are there scholarships linked directly to ISRO?

A6: ISRO itself does not offer scholarships but collaborates with academic institutions that may have scholarship schemes.

Q7: How to contact ISRO for admission or internship queries?

A7: Contact via email: isro@isro.gov.in or phone at +91-80-2341-0000.

Q8: Is there any reservation policy in ISRO recruitment?

A8: Yes, recruitment follows Government of India reservation policies for SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories.

Q9: When are recruitment exams typically held?

A9: Recruitment notifications vary; candidates should check ISRO’s official career page regularly.

Q10: Does ISRO provide placement assistance to engineering students?

A10: ISRO employs selected candidates based on exams; it does not provide placement services to external students.