ISRO LPSC Recruitment 2026 Announced for 18 Technical Assistant, Technician, Draughtsman and Fireman Posts; ITI and Diploma Candidates Eligible

• ISRO’s Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre has announced 18 vacancies for Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Draughtsman ‘B’ and Fireman ‘A’ posts.
• Qualifications range from SSLC with relevant ITI certification to a first-class engineering diploma, depending on the post.
• Online applications open on August 18 and close on September 4, 2026, while fee payment can be completed until September 7.

The Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced recruitment for 18 Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Draughtsman ‘B’ and Fireman ‘A’ vacancies. The posts are available at LPSC units in Valiamala, Thiruvananthapuram and Bengaluru under Advertisement No. LPSC/02/2026 dated August 15, 2026.

Online applications for ISRO LPSC Recruitment 2026 will be accepted from 2:00 PM on August 18 until 2:00 PM on September 4, 2026. Depending on the post, candidates need a first-class three-year engineering diploma or SSLC/SSC with the prescribed ITI/NTC/NAC qualification. The maximum age is 35 years for Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’ and Draughtsman ‘B’, while Fireman ‘A’ applicants have a maximum age of 25 years.

The recruitment offers pay ranging from Level 2 for Fireman ‘A’ to Level 7 for Technical Assistant. Selection for the technical posts involves a written test and skill test, while Fireman ‘A’ candidates will undergo a written test, Physical Efficiency Test and Detailed Medical Examination.

ISRO LPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification

LPSC issued Advertisement No. LPSC/02/2026 on August 15 for recruitment across its Valiamala and Bengaluru units. The 18 vacancies cover diploma-level Technical Assistant positions and ITI/SSLC-level Technician, Draughtsman and Fireman posts.

ISRO LPSC Vacancy 2026

Of the 18 vacancies, nine are for Technician ‘B’ (Fitter), making it the largest individual trade in the recruitment. Seven Technical Assistant positions are available across Mechanical and Chemical disciplines.

Of the nine Fitter vacancies, two are reserved for Ex-Servicemen. One of the five Fitter vacancies at Valiamala is reserved for a PWBD candidate under the HH (Hard of Hearing) category.

Educational Qualification

Technical Assistant

For Technical Assistant (Mechanical), candidates must possess a three-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with First Class.

Technical Assistant (Chemical) applicants require a three-year Diploma in Chemical Engineering with First Class.

Technician ‘B’

For Technician ‘B’ (Electronic Mechanic), candidates must have passed SSLC/SSC and possess ITI/NTC/NAC in Electronic Mechanic trade from NCVT.

For Technician ‘B’ (Fitter), applicants need SSLC/SSC along with ITI/NTC/NAC in Fitter trade from NCVT.

Draughtsman ‘B’

Applicants for Draughtsman ‘B’ (Mechanical) must have passed SSLC/SSC and possess ITI/NTC/NAC in Draughtsman (Mechanical) trade from NCVT.

Fireman ‘A’

Candidates applying for Fireman ‘A’ must have passed SSLC/SSC and satisfy the prescribed physical fitness standards.

The essential qualifications must be from a recognized State Board or institution and must be possessed as of September 4, 2026.

Age Limit

The maximum age will be determined as of September 4, 2026.

Applicable age relaxation will be governed by the provisions specified for eligible categories in the recruitment notification.

Salary and Pay Level

The highest pay level in the recruitment is offered to Technical Assistant positions.

ISRO LPSC Selection Process 2026

The selection procedure differs between the technical/trade posts and Fireman ‘A’.

Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’ and Draughtsman ‘B’

Selection consists of a Written Test followed by a Skill Test.

The Written Test will contain 80 multiple-choice questions carrying one mark each and will have a duration of 90 minutes. A penalty of 0.33 marks applies for every incorrect answer. Questions will be based on the relevant curriculum and assess theoretical as well as practical knowledge.

Based on written-test performance, candidates will be shortlisted for the Skill Test in a 1:5 ratio, subject to a minimum of 10 candidates. The Skill Test is conducted on a Go/No-Go basis, meaning its marks are not added to the final merit score.

Final selection will be based entirely on Written Test marks among candidates who qualify the Skill Test. In case of a tie, marks obtained in the notified academic qualification will be used as the tie-breaker.

Fireman ‘A’ Selection Process

Fireman ‘A’ selection involves a Written Test, Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Detailed Medical Examination (DME).

Applicants must submit the prescribed Preliminary Medical Examination certificate issued by a Registered Medical Practitioner not below the rank of Assistant Civil Surgeon (Allopathy) in Government Health Services.

The Written Test consists of 80 multiple-choice questions carrying one mark each. Candidates receive 120 minutes, with 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer. The syllabus covers subjects including basic chemistry, pressure-volume-temperature relations, mensuration, properties of gases, basic electricity and hazards, properties of water and General Knowledge.

Candidates qualifying the preliminary medical requirement may be shortlisted for the PET based on written-test marks, up to a maximum ratio of 1:50 according to the number of vacancies. The PET consists of two stages and is conducted on a Go/No-Go basis.

Candidates clearing both PET stages will undergo the Detailed Medical Examination. Final selection among DME-qualified candidates will be made in order of Written Test marks.

Application Fee

The amount initially payable depends on the post applied for. Eligible candidates receive a full or partial refund after appearing in the Written Test.

This means ₹250 is retained from other candidates applying for Technical Assistant and ₹100 from other candidates applying for Technician, Draughtsman or Fireman posts. Refund is subject to the candidate appearing for the Written Test.

How to Apply for ISRO LPSC Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the LPSC recruitment portal after online registration opens on August 18, 2026.
2. Register and complete the online application with the required personal, educational and category information.
3. Upload a recent photograph with a white or light background in JPG/JPEG format. The photograph should be no larger than 40 KB and have a resolution between 95×95 and 100×100 pixels.
4. Upload the required educational and category certificates, where applicable.
5. Submit the online application and pay the applicable fee through the online payment facility.
6. Candidates who do not pay immediately after submission can use the Make Payment facility until 2:00 PM on September 7, 2026.
7. Note the online registration number for future reference.

Applicants are not required to send application printouts, certificates or payment receipts to LPSC after completing online registration.

Important Links

• Official Notification (PDF): Download Official Notification (Under Career Section)
• Official Website (LPSC): https://www.lpsc.gov.in/

Important Dates

Candidates should note that the written and skill tests are to be conducted at suitable venues in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. They should monitor LPSC recruitment updates for the examination schedule, admit cards and other recruitment-related announcements.