Overview
The ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Mahendragiri, under the Indian Space Research Organisation and Department of Space, has announced recruitment for 22 vacancies. The recruitment drive covers Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’ and Fireman ‘A’ posts, with online applications open from September 15 to October 5, 2026.
Candidates interested in technical and skilled positions at the space agency should review the post-wise eligibility conditions before submitting the application form.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Mahendragiri |
| Post Name | Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’ and Fireman ‘A’ |
| Total Vacancies | 22 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | iprc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | September 15, 2026 |
| Last Date | October 5, 2026 |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | TBA |
Applicants should complete registration well before the deadline to avoid payment failures, server congestion or other last-minute technical issues. Any schedule for the written examination or skill test will be published separately on the IPRC website.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
The minimum qualification varies depending on the post applied for:
- Technical Assistant: Candidates should possess a diploma in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognised institution. The required branch or specialisation must match the discipline specified for the vacancy.
- Technician ‘B’: Applicants should have passed Class 10/SSLC and hold an ITI, National Trade Certificate or equivalent qualification in the relevant trade.
- Cook ‘A’: Candidates should have passed Class 10/SSLC and must satisfy the cooking experience requirements prescribed by IPRC.
- Fireman ‘A’: Applicants should have passed Class 10/SSLC and meet the notified physical fitness, endurance and medical standards.
- Qualifications must be obtained from a recognised board, university or institute by the eligibility cut-off date.
- Candidates should check the official notification for trade-wise vacancies, experience conditions and physical standards before applying.
Age Limit
- The minimum age requirement is generally 18 years, subject to the post-wise rules in the detailed notification.
- The upper age limit may differ for Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’ and Fireman ‘A’ positions.
- Relaxation in the upper age limit will apply to eligible SC, ST, OBC, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, ex-servicemen and other reserved categories under Central Government rules.
- The relevant date for calculating age will be stated in the official recruitment notification.
Fees
- The application or processing fee, if applicable, must be paid through the online payment facility provided in the application portal.
- Fee exemptions or refunds may be available for specified categories under ISRO recruitment rules.
- Candidates should verify the post-wise fee amount, exemption conditions and payment deadline in the official notification before making a payment.
- Application fees, where non-refundable, will not normally be returned for incomplete or ineligible applications.
Selection Process
- Written Examination: Eligible applicants may be called for an objective or post-specific written test covering the relevant technical trade, general knowledge, reasoning, mathematics and other notified subjects.
- Skill, Trade or Physical Test: Shortlisted candidates may have to appear for a skill test, trade test or physical efficiency/endurance assessment, depending on the post. Fireman applicants must satisfy the prescribed physical and medical requirements.
- Document Verification and Medical Examination: Final selection will be subject to verification of educational, category and experience certificates, followed by medical fitness and other appointment formalities.
Meeting the eligibility conditions does not guarantee selection. The final merit list will be prepared under the recruitment rules specified for each post.
How to Apply
- Visit the official IPRC website at iprc.gov.in from September 15, 2026.
- Open the recruitment or careers section and select the advertisement for Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’ and Fireman ‘A’ posts.
- Download and read the notification carefully, particularly the vacancy table, qualifications, age criteria and document requirements.
- Select the online application link and register using an active email address and mobile number.
- Enter personal, educational, trade, experience and category details exactly as recorded in the supporting certificates.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed file size and format.
- Pay the applicable fee online, if required, and verify all entries before final submission.
- Submit the form by October 5, 2026, and save the completed application, registration number and payment receipt for future reference.
Candidates should not send a printed application to IPRC unless the detailed advertisement specifically requires it.
Important Links
FAQs
1. How many vacancies are available under ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment drive has announced 22 vacancies across Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’ and Fireman ‘A’ posts.
2. What is the last date to apply?
Eligible candidates can submit the online application up to October 5, 2026.
3. Can Class 10 pass candidates apply?
Yes. Class 10/SSLC is the basic qualification for posts such as Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’ and Fireman ‘A’, although additional trade, experience or physical requirements may apply.
