Post Date: 12-September-2026
The ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Mahendragiri, has announced a fresh recruitment opportunity for candidates interested in technical and support positions under the Indian Space Research Organisation. The new recruitment drive covers 22 vacancies in Technical Assistant, Technician 'B', Cook 'A' and Fireman 'A' categories.
The vacancies have been published under Advertisement No. IPRC/RMT/2026/01. Eligible candidates will be able to submit their applications through the online recruitment portal during the prescribed registration period.
| Recruitment Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC) |
| Parent Organization | Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space |
| Recruitment Advertisement | IPRC/RMT/2026/01 |
| Job Location | Mahendragiri, Tirunelveli District, Tamil Nadu |
| Total Vacancies | 22 |
| Posts | Technical Assistant, Technician 'B', Cook 'A', Fireman 'A' |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Starts | 15 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 5 October 2026 |
| Official Website | iprc.gov.in |
The recruitment is being conducted by the ISRO Propulsion Complex, one of the major facilities associated with ISRO's propulsion activities. IPRC is located at Mahendragiri in Tamil Nadu and functions under the Department of Space.
This particular recruitment is useful for applicants from different educational backgrounds because the vacancies are spread across diploma-level technical roles, ITI-based trades and support positions such as Cook and Fireman.
The recruitment includes 11 listed post/discipline combinations spread across nine post codes, with a combined vacancy count of 22.
| Post Code | Position | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 60 | Technical Assistant – Automobile | 1 |
| 61 | Technical Assistant – Mechanical | 3 |
| 62 | Technical Assistant – Electronics & Communication | 1 |
| 63 | Technician 'B' – Turner | 2 |
| 64 | Technician 'B' – Fitter | 4 |
| 65 | Technician 'B' – Welder | 2 |
| 66 | Technician 'B' – Machinist | 3 |
| 67 | Technician 'B' – Refrigeration & Air Conditioning | 1 |
| 68 | Technician 'B' – Electrician | 1 |
| 70 | Cook 'A' | 1 |
| 71 | Fireman 'A' | 3 |
| Total | 22 | |
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 12 September 2026 |
| Online Application Begins | 15 September 2026 |
| Online Application Closes | 5 October 2026 |
The short recruitment notice does not specify the exact clock-time cut-off for the opening or closing of the online application window. Candidates should therefore check the detailed instructions displayed on the IPRC application portal when registration opens.
The Technical Assistant vacancies are intended for candidates holding relevant first-class diploma qualifications. The discipline must match the post for which the candidate is applying.
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant – Automobile | First Class Diploma in Automobile Engineering |
| Technical Assistant – Mechanical | First Class Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Production Engineering |
| Technical Assistant – Electronics & Communication | First Class Diploma in Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering or Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering |
The Technician 'B' positions are intended for candidates who have completed the required trade training. Applicants must have passed SSLC/SSC/Matriculation and possess the relevant ITI qualification with the prescribed NTC or NAC certification from NCVT.
| Trade | Required Qualification | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Turner | 10th/SSLC/SSC + ITI Turner with NTC or NAC from NCVT | 2 |
| Fitter | 10th/SSLC/SSC + ITI Fitter with NTC or NAC from NCVT | 4 |
| Welder | 10th/SSLC/SSC + ITI Welder with NTC or NAC from NCVT | 2 |
| Machinist | 10th/SSLC/SSC + ITI Machinist with NTC or NAC from NCVT | 3 |
| Refrigeration & Air Conditioning | 10th/SSLC/SSC + ITI Refrigeration & AC with NTC or NAC from NCVT | 1 |
| Electrician | 10th/SSLC/SSC + ITI Electrician with NTC or NAC from NCVT | 1 |
The Cook 'A' vacancy requires a candidate to have passed SSLC/SSC/Matriculation and possess five years of experience as a Cook in a well-established hotel or canteen.
A particularly important condition applies to the experience certificate. The required experience/skill certificate must be issued by a well-established Hotel or Canteen and produced during the Skill Test. Certificates issued by individuals will not be accepted.
Applicants for the Fireman 'A' position must have passed SSLC/SSC/Matriculation and satisfy the physical fitness standards prescribed by IPRC.
In addition, Fireman candidates are required to upload a Preliminary Medical Examination Certificate along with their online application.
The advertised positions fall under different levels of the Pay Matrix. The Technical Assistant posts carry the highest pay level among the vacancies, while Technician 'B', Cook 'A' and Fireman 'A' are placed in lower pay levels.
| Post | Pay Matrix Level | Pay Range |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | Level 7 | Rs.44,900 – Rs.1,42,400 |
| Technician 'B' | Level 3 | Rs.21,700 – Rs.69,100 |
| Cook 'A' | Level 2 | Rs.19,900 – Rs.63,200 |
| Fireman 'A' | Level 2 | Rs.19,900 – Rs.63,200 |
The above figures represent the applicable Pay Matrix ranges. Other allowances and service benefits, wherever applicable under ISRO/Department of Space rules, will be governed by the relevant service conditions.
The short recruitment notice currently available does not provide the complete age-limit and age-relaxation details for every post. Candidates should therefore not rely on an assumed age limit while applying.
The detailed advertisement and application portal should be checked for the prescribed minimum and maximum age, the reference date for calculating age and the relaxation available to reserved or special categories.
The short notice currently available does not specify the application fee structure. Candidates should check the detailed advertisement and online application instructions on the official IPRC portal before completing the payment step, if applicable.
Applications are to be submitted online through the IPRC recruitment portal. Candidates should complete the registration only after confirming that they meet the requirements of their chosen post code.
Applicants should keep clear copies of their supporting documents ready before opening the online form.
Some vacancies carry specific reservation provisions that candidates should understand before selecting a post.
Reservation eligibility must be supported by the relevant valid certificate. Candidates should check the detailed notification for the precise category conditions before claiming a reserved vacancy.
The short notice does not provide a complete written-examination pattern or detailed selection scheme for every post. Therefore, candidates should avoid relying on unofficial information about the number of questions, marks, syllabus or examination stages until the detailed IPRC instructions are available.
Two post-specific requirements are clearly indicated:
The recruitment provides opportunities at different qualification levels. Diploma holders can compete for Technical Assistant positions, while candidates with relevant ITI trades can consider Technician 'B' vacancies. Candidates with the required experience may also apply for Cook 'A', and eligible 10th-pass candidates meeting the physical and medical conditions can consider Fireman 'A'.
Another attraction is the Pay Matrix structure. Technical Assistant posts are placed at Level 7, while Technician 'B' positions are at Level 3 and Cook 'A' and Fireman 'A' are at Level 2.
Candidates can save time by preparing their certificates before the registration portal opens. In particular, applicants should not leave document scanning and certificate verification until the final day.
Those applying for technical positions should verify the exact wording of their diploma or ITI qualification against the advertised discipline. For the Cook and Fireman vacancies, the additional experience and medical requirements make advance preparation especially important.
The following official sources should be used for the recruitment process and future updates.
IPRC Official Website ISRO Official Website
The online application link should be accessed through the official IPRC recruitment portal during the notified application period from 15 September 2026 to 5 October 2026.
1. How many vacancies are announced in ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026?
ISRO Propulsion Complex has announced 22 vacancies for Technical Assistant, Technician 'B', Cook 'A' and Fireman 'A' posts.
2. What is the IPRC Recruitment 2026 application start date?
The online application process is scheduled to start on 15 September 2026.
3. When will the IPRC online application close?
The application window is scheduled to remain open until 5 October 2026.
4. What qualification is required for ISRO IPRC Technical Assistant posts?
The Technical Assistant vacancies require a relevant First Class Diploma. The discipline varies between Automobile, Mechanical/Production and Electronics-related posts.
5. What is required for Technician 'B' vacancies?
Applicants must have passed SSLC/SSC/Matriculation and possess the relevant ITI trade qualification with NTC or NAC from NCVT.