ISRO LPSC Recruitment 2026 for Technical Assistant, Technician & Fireman
Job highlights
| Organisation | Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC), ISRO (Department of Space, Government of India) |
|---|---|
| Location | Valiamala (Thiruvananthapuram) and Bengaluru |
| State | 📍 null |
| Employment type | Full Time |
| Vacancies | 18 |
| Salary | INR 19,900 – 142,400 / month |
| Posted | Aug 15, 2026 |
| Apply by | Sep 4, 2026 |
| Education | Technical Assistant: 3-year Diploma (Mechanical/Chemical) with First Class. Technician ‘B’: SSLC/SSC + ITI/NTC/NAC in relevant trade (Electronic Mechanic/Fitter) from NCVT. Draughtsman ‘B’: SSLC/SSC + ITI/NTC/NAC in Draughtsman (Mechanical) trade from NCVT. Fireman ‘A’: SSLC/SSC pass with prescribed physical fitness and PET. |
| Age limit | Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Draughtsman ‘B’ (Post Nos. 813 to 817): max 35 years. Fireman ‘A’ (Post No. 802): max 25 years. Relaxation for OBC, SC, PWBD, Ex-servicemen and other categories as per Government of India orders. |
The Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC), an ISRO unit under the Department of Space, has released Advertisement No. LPSC/02/2026 dated 2026-08-15 for recruitment to Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Draughtsman ‘B’, and Fireman ‘A’ posts. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official LPSC website. The recruitment is for positions at LPSC’s Valiamala (near Thiruvananthapuram) and Bengaluru units.
LPSC has announced a total of 18 vacancies across the listed technical and support-staff roles. The online application window is open from 2026-08-18 at 2:00 PM to 2026-09-04 at 2:00 PM, and applications are accepted only through the online mode. Selection will be carried out through the recruitment process followed by UPSC/ISRO as applicable for this advertisement.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 2026-08-15 |
| Online Application Start | 2026-08-18 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 2026-09-04 |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Discipline/Trade | Total Vacancies | Place of Posting | Reservation/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | Mechanical | 6 | Valiamala (3) / Bengaluru (3) | — |
| Technical Assistant | Chemical | 1 | Valiamala (1) | — |
| Technician ‘B’ | Electronic Mechanic | 1 | Bengaluru (1) | UR-1* |
| Technician ‘B’ | Fitter | 9 | Valiamala (5) / Bengaluru (4) | UR-5*/UR-1, OBC-2, SC-1; of the 9 posts, 2 are reserved for Ex-Servicemen; of the 5 Valiamala posts, 1 is reserved for PWBD (HH – Hard of Hearing) |
| Draughtsman ‘B’ | Mechanical | 1 | Valiamala (1) | UR-1 |
| Fireman ‘A’ | Fireman ‘A’ | 1 | Valiamala (1) | OBC-1 |
PWBD Backlog Note: Posts marked with an asterisk (*) are reserved for PWBD-MD (Multiple Disabilities, Backlog Vacancy) candidates from the following categories: (a) Locomotor Visual (LV), (b) Hard of Hearing (HH), (c) One Arm (OA), One Leg (OL), Both Arms & Both Legs affected (OAL), Dwarfism (DW), Leprosy Cured (LC), Cerebral Palsy (CP), Other Health Impairment (OH). If PWBD-MD candidates are not available, other PWBD categories will be considered; if none are available, the vacancy will be filled by UR candidates.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Technical Assistant (Mechanical): Candidates must have a three-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with First Class.
Technical Assistant (Chemical): Candidates must have a three-year Diploma in Chemical Engineering with First Class.
Technician ‘B’ (Electronic Mechanic): Candidates must have SSLC/SSC pass along with ITI/NTC/NAC in the Electronic Mechanic trade from NCVT.
Technician ‘B’ (Fitter): Candidates must have SSLC/SSC pass along with ITI/NTC/NAC in the Fitter trade from NCVT.
Draughtsman ‘B’ (Mechanical): Candidates must have SSLC/SSC pass along with ITI/NTC/NAC in Draughtsman (Mechanical) trade from NCVT.
Fireman ‘A’: Candidates must have SSLC/SSC pass and must satisfy the prescribed physical fitness standards and clear the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
Age Limit
Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, and Draughtsman ‘B’ (Post Nos. 813 to 817): Maximum age is 35 years.
Fireman ‘A’ (Post No. 802): Maximum age is 25 years.
Age relaxation is applicable for OBC, SC, PWBD, Ex-servicemen, and other categories as per Government of India orders.
Application Fee
Application fee details are not provided in the supplied notification text. Candidates should check the official LPSC recruitment portal/advertisement for the applicable fee, if any.
How to Apply
- Go to the official LPSC website: www.lpsc.gov.in.
- When the portal becomes active, find the online recruitment link for Advertisement No. LPSC/02/2026.
- Complete the registration and fill the online application form with your personal details, educational qualifications, and category information.
- Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature exactly as specified on the portal.
- Carefully review all entries and submit the application before the closing time.
- After submission, save and/or print the submitted application and the acknowledgment for future reference.
Important note: Applications will be accepted only through the online mode. No offline or postal applications will be entertained. The online portal remains active from 2026-08-18 at 2:00 PM to 2026-09-04 at 2:00 PM.
Salary & Pay Scale
| Post | Level | Pay Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | Level 7 | 44900-142400 |
| Technician ‘B’ | Level 3 | 21700-69100 |
| Draughtsman ‘B’ | Level 3 | 21700-69100 |
| Fireman ‘A’ | Level 2 | 19900-63200 |
Selection Process
The notification states that the posts will be filled through the UPSC/ISRO recruitment process applicable for this advertisement. Candidates should refer to the detailed advertisement on the official portal for the exact selection stages and criteria for each post.
If you meet the eligibility requirements for the relevant post, submit your online application between 2026-08-18 and 2026-09-04 before the portal closes.
Important links
- Official website: https://www.lpsc.gov.in/index.html
Frequently asked questions
What posts are included in the ISRO LPSC Recruitment 2026 notification? +
The advertisement covers Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Draughtsman ‘B’, and Fireman ‘A’ posts.
What is the total number of vacancies and where are candidates posted? +
A total of 18 vacancies are announced. Posting is at LPSC’s Valiamala (near Thiruvananthapuram) and Bengaluru units depending on the specific post and vacancy.
What are the online application dates for ISRO LPSC Recruitment 2026? +
Online registration starts on 2026-08-18 at 2:00 PM and closes on 2026-09-04 at 2:00 PM.
What is the age limit for Technical Assistant/Technician ‘B’/Draughtsman ‘B’ and for Fireman ‘A’? +
For Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, and Draughtsman ‘B’ (Post Nos. 813 to 817), the maximum age is 35 years. For Fireman ‘A’ (Post No. 802), the maximum age is 25 years. Age relaxation is applicable for OBC, SC, PWBD, Ex-servicemen and other categories as per Government of India orders.
Is there any physical test in this recruitment? +
Yes. For the Fireman ‘A’ post, candidates must satisfy the prescribed physical fitness standards and clear the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
How do I apply for ISRO LPSC Recruitment 2026? +
Apply online only via the LPSC website (www.lpsc.gov.in). Register, fill the form, upload required documents, review entries, submit before the deadline, and save/print the acknowledgment. No offline or postal applications are accepted.