The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe), Department of Space, Government of India, has invited applications from eligible candidates for multiple positions on a contract basis.
The recruitment has been announced through Advertisement No. IN-SPACe: 03:2026 dated October 3, 2026. A total of seven posts are available across consultant and technical positions.
IN-SPACe is an independent nodal agency under the Department of Space (DoS). It is responsible for the promotion and authorization of space activities and the use of Department of Space-owned facilities by Non-Government Entities (NGEs).
According to the recruitment notice, selected candidates will initially be engaged for a period of up to two years. The engagement may subsequently be extended by one year at a time, subject to applicable conditions.
The maximum tenure for the engagement can extend up to five years, depending on satisfactory performance, functional requirements and the standard terms and conditions governing the engagement of consultants in IN-SPACe.
Seven Posts Available Under Recruitment
The IN-SPACe recruitment notification lists six categories of positions, with a combined total of seven vacancies.
The vacancies include one post each for Principal Consultant – Decadal Vision & Strategy, Senior Consultant – Office of the Chairman, IN-SPACe, Senior Consultant – Public Relations & Media, Senior Consultant – Legal Directorate, IN-SPACe, and Junior Consultant – Technical Directorate.
In addition, two Technical Assistant posts are available under the Technical Directorate.
The complete vacancy distribution is as follows:
| Position/Area | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Principal Consultant – Decadal Vision & Strategy | 01 |
| Senior Consultant – Office of the Chairman, IN-SPACe | 01 |
| Senior Consultant – Public Relations & Media | 01 |
| Senior Consultant – Legal Directorate, IN-SPACe | 01 |
| Technical Assistants – Technical Directorate | 02 |
| Junior Consultant – Technical Directorate | 01 |
| Total | 07 |
Principal Consultant – Decadal Vision & Strategy
The recruitment includes one vacancy for the position of Principal Consultant – Decadal Vision & Strategy.
This position is listed among the consultant-level engagements being offered by IN-SPACe under the contract-based recruitment process.
The detailed advertisement contains the specific eligibility requirements and other applicable conditions for the position.
Senior Consultant Positions
Three separate Senior Consultant positions have been advertised under the recruitment drive.
One vacancy is available for Senior Consultant – Office of the Chairman, IN-SPACe.
Another position is Senior Consultant – Public Relations & Media, for which one post has been notified.
The third Senior Consultant vacancy is for the Legal Directorate, IN-SPACe, with one post available.
Together, these three Senior Consultant positions account for three vacancies in the recruitment notification.
Technical Assistant and Junior Consultant Vacancies
IN-SPACe has also announced vacancies under its Technical Directorate.
The notification provides for two Technical Assistant posts under the Technical Directorate. This is the only position among the listed categories carrying more than one vacancy.
In addition, one Junior Consultant – Technical Directorate post has been announced.
With two Technical Assistant vacancies and one Junior Consultant vacancy, the Technical Directorate accounts for three of the seven positions notified in the recruitment advertisement.
Contract Period and Extension
The positions are being offered for a period of up to two years initially.
As stated in the recruitment notice, the engagement may be extended by one year at a time, subject to satisfactory performance, functional requirements and the standard terms and conditions applicable to consultant engagements in IN-SPACe.
The notice specifies that the maximum tenure can be five years.
The engagement will therefore be governed by the applicable procedures and guidelines for the engagement of consultants in IN-SPACe, including any amendments made to those guidelines from time to time.
Application Deadline
Eligible candidates interested in the advertised positions must submit their applications by November 2, 2026.
The recruitment notice specifically states that the last date for submission of applications is 02/11/2026.
Candidates should ensure that their applications are submitted within the prescribed deadline through the designated platform.
How to Apply for IN-SPACe Recruitment 2026
According to the notification, applicants are required to submit their applications directly through the IN-SPACe Digital Platform (IDP).
The official website mentioned in the advertisement is www.inspace.gov.in.
The detailed advertisement is available on the IN-SPACe website under the Announcement section. Candidates can refer to the detailed advertisement for the applicable requirements and conditions before submitting their applications.
Applications are to be submitted through the IN-SPACe Digital Platform at https://www.inspace.gov.in.
IN-SPACe Recruitment 2026: Key Details
The recruitment drive has been issued under Advertisement No. IN-SPACe: 03:2026 dated 03/10/2026.
The organization inviting applications is the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) under the Department of Space, Government of India.
A total of seven vacancies have been announced across six position categories. These include consultant-level roles as well as positions under the Technical Directorate.
The initial contract period is up to two years, with the possibility of extension by one year at a time, subject to the specified conditions. The maximum tenure is up to five years.
The last date to submit applications is November 2, 2026.
Candidates interested in these positions should consult the detailed recruitment advertisement available in the Announcement section of the official IN-SPACe website and submit their applications through the IN-SPACe Digital Platform within the prescribed deadline.