The ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Mahendragiri, has released a recruitment notification for 22 vacancies in Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’, and Fireman ‘A’ posts. Eligible Indian nationals can submit their applications online from 15 September 2026, 10:00 AM to 5 October 2026, 4:00 PM through the official IPRC careers portal.
Advertisement No. IPRC/RMT/2026/01, dated 12 September 2026, covers opportunities for candidates with 10th, ITI, Diploma, and relevant work-experience qualifications. The initial posting will be at IPRC, Mahendragiri in Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu, although selected applicants may be posted at ISRO or Department of Space centres anywhere in India if required.
ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting organisation | ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Mahendragiri |
| Advertisement number | IPRC/RMT/2026/01 |
| Notification date | 12 September 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 22 |
| Posts | Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’, Fireman ‘A’ |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Application start date | 15 September 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last date to apply | 5 October 2026, 4:00 PM |
| Job location | Mahendragiri, Tirunelveli District, Tamil Nadu |
| Written-test cities | Tirunelveli and Chennai |
| Official website | IPRC Careers portal |
| Notification PDF | ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026 Notification |
The IPRC is an ISRO unit involved in liquid-propulsion work for launch vehicles and spacecraft, including propulsion-system research and development, engine and stage integration/testing, high-altitude testing, and propellant production and supply.
ISRO IPRC Vacancy 2026 Details
A total of 22 posts have been announced across Diploma-level, ITI-level, and other support-service positions.
| Post code | Post name / discipline | Vacancies | Essential qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | Technical Assistant – Automobile Engineering | 1 | First Class Diploma in Automobile Engineering |
| 61 | Technical Assistant – Mechanical | 3 | First Class Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Production Engineering |
| 62 | Technical Assistant – Electronics & Communication | 1 | First Class Diploma in Electronics / E&C / Electronics & Telecommunication / Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering |
| 63 | Technician ‘B’ – Turner | 2 | 10th pass plus ITI Turner trade with NCVT NTC or NAC |
| 64 | Technician ‘B’ – Fitter | 4 | 10th pass plus ITI Fitter trade with NCVT NTC or NAC |
| 65 | Technician ‘B’ – Welder | 2 | 10th pass plus ITI Welder trade with NCVT NTC or NAC |
| 66 | Technician ‘B’ – Machinist | 3 | 10th pass plus ITI Machinist trade with NCVT NTC or NAC |
| 67 | Technician ‘B’ – Refrigeration & Air Conditioning | 1 | 10th pass plus ITI RAC trade with NCVT NTC or NAC |
| 68 | Technician ‘B’ – Electrician | 1 | 10th pass plus ITI Electrician trade with NCVT NTC or NAC |
| 70 | Cook ‘A’ | 1 | 10th pass plus five years’ experience as Cook in a well-established hotel or canteen |
| 71 | Fireman ‘A’ | 3 | 10th pass, prescribed physical-fitness standards, and Preliminary Medical Examination certificate |
| Total | 22 |
For Cook ‘A’, the experience certificate must be issued by a recognised well-established hotel or canteen; certificates issued by individuals will not be accepted. Fireman ‘A’ applicants must upload the prescribed Preliminary Medical Examination (PME) Certificate along with the online application.
Age Limit and Salary
The cut-off date for age, qualification, and experience is 5 October 2026.
| Post category | Age limit | Pay level | Pay scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | 18 to 35 years | Level 7 | ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 |
| Technician ‘B’ | 18 to 35 years | Level 3 | ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 |
| Cook ‘A’ | 18 to 35 years | Level 2 | ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 |
| Fireman ‘A’ | 18 to 25 years | Level 2 | ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 |
Age relaxation is available under Government of India rules for eligible SC, ST, OBC, ex-servicemen, persons with benchmark disabilities, government employees, widows, divorced women, judicially separated women, and meritorious sportspersons. For SC/ST candidates, the upper-age relaxation is five years, while OBC candidates receive three years where the post is reserved for the respective category.
In addition to basic pay, selected employees may receive admissible Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, National Pension System coverage, medical facilities, subsidised canteen access, leave travel concession, and other benefits as per applicable ISRO and Government of India rules.
Selection Process
The selection process differs slightly by post.
- Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, and Cook ‘A’: Written Test followed by a qualifying Skill Test.
- Fireman ‘A’: Written Test, Physical Efficiency Test/Skill Test, and Detailed Medical Examination.
- Final merit will be based on written-test marks, provided candidates qualify in the prescribed Skill Test or PET stages.
For Technical Assistant and Technician ‘B’ posts, the written test will have 80 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 90 minutes. Each correct answer carries one mark, while 0.33 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer. The test is based on the curriculum of the prescribed educational qualification.
The Cook ‘A’ and Fireman ‘A’ written tests will each include 100 objective questions for two hours, with a negative marking of 0.25 mark for every incorrect response. Cook questions cover cooking knowledge, kitchen equipment, General Knowledge, English, and Class 10-level arithmetic. Fireman questions include basic chemistry related to flammable liquids and gases, LPG, fire-related gases, electricity hazards, arithmetic, English, General Knowledge, and current affairs.
Fireman candidates must meet detailed medical and physical standards. The PET includes running, rope climbing, carrying a human dummy using the fireman’s lift, long jump, and a 100-metre run. All events are compulsory, and candidates must qualify at each stage to progress.
How to Apply Online
Candidates should follow these steps once the online application window opens:
- Visit the official IPRC website and open the Careers or recruitment section.
- Locate Advertisement No. IPRC/RMT/2026/01.
- Read the detailed notification and confirm post-specific eligibility before registration.
- Complete online registration using an active, correct email address.
- Choose the appropriate post code and enter personal, educational, category, and other required details.
- Upload a recent photograph and signature in JPEG format. Each file must not exceed 1 MB.
- Upload the relevant certificates, mark sheets, identity proof, category certificate, bank-passbook front page, and post-specific documents.
- Fireman applicants must also upload the PME Certificate in the required format.
- Select either Tirunelveli or Chennai as the written-test city. This choice cannot be changed after submission.
- Pay the prescribed fee through the SBI e-Payment Gateway using internet banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI.
- Review every entry carefully, submit the form, and download the generated application form for future reference.
Applications are accepted only online. IPRC will not accept hard-copy applications, emails, biodata, resumes, or CVs. Candidates also do not need to send a printout of the completed application form or documents by post.
Application Fee and Documents
Applicants for Technical Assistant posts must initially pay ₹750, while applicants for Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’, and Fireman ‘A’ posts must initially pay ₹500. The fee is refundable only to candidates who appear for the written test, subject to the rules in the notification. Female, SC, ST, ex-servicemen, and PwBD candidates are eligible for a full refund of the applicable fee after appearing in the examination; other eligible candidates receive a partial refund after bank charges.
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying:
- Class 10/SSC/Matriculation certificate and marksheet.
- Diploma certificate and marksheets for Technical Assistant posts.
- ITI certificate and marksheets for Technician ‘B’ posts.
- Valid Aadhaar card, or PAN card/Voter ID/Driving Licence if Aadhaar is unavailable.
- Caste, community, EWS, PwBD, or ex-servicemen certificates, where applicable.
- Bank-passbook front page for fee-refund processing.
- Cook experience certificate, where applicable.
- Preliminary Medical Examination certificate for Fireman ‘A’ applicants.
Applicants should check that every uploaded document is clear, readable, virus-free, and within the maximum 1 MB file-size limit. The form cannot be edited after final submission, so candidates should cross-check qualifications, date of birth, reservation details, bank information, and uploaded files before submitting.
Candidates are advised to rely on the official IPRC recruitment page for any corrigendum, application-link update, test schedule, admit-card notice, or result announcement.