The ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Mahendragiri, under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space, has released a recruitment notification for 22 vacancies.
The recruitment includes posts such as Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’ and Fireman ‘A’. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official IPRC website from 15 September 2026 to 5 October 2026.
Candidates interested in these posts should check the post-wise qualification, age limit, salary, application fee and selection process before applying.
ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization Name | ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC) |
| Organization Under | Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space |
| Advertisement No. | IPRC/RMT/2026/01 |
| Post Name | Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’, Fireman ‘A’ |
| Total Vacancies | 22 Posts |
| Qualification | Diploma, ITI, 10TH |
| Job Location | Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.iprc.gov.in |
Important Dates
Notification Released
12 September 2026
Start Date to Apply
15 September 2026
Last Date to Apply
05 October 2026
Candidates should complete their applications well before the deadline rather than waiting until the last day.
ISRO IPRC Vacancy 2026
There are 22 vacancies across Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’ and Fireman ‘A’ posts.
| Post | Post Code | Vacancies | Reservation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant – Automobile | 60 | 01 | OBC – 1 |
| Technical Assistant – Mechanical | 61 | 03 | UR – 1, OBC – 1, ST – 1 |
| Technical Assistant – Electronics & Communication | 62 | 01 | UR – 1 |
| Technician ‘B’ – Turner | 63 | 02 | UR – 1, SC – 1 |
| Technician ‘B’ – Fitter | 64 | 04 | OBC – 3, EWS – 1 |
| Technician ‘B’ – Welder | 65 | 02 | UR -1, SC – 1 |
| Technician ‘B’ – Machinist | 66 | 03 | UR – 2, SC – 1 |
| Technician ‘B’ – Refrigeration & Air Conditioning | 67 | 01 | UR – 1 |
| Technician ‘B’ – Electrician | 68 | 01 | EWS – 1 |
| Cook ‘A’ | 70 | 01 | UR – 1 |
| Fireman ‘A’ | 71 | 03 | UR – 2, OBC – 1 |
| Total | 22 |
Important: The vacancy table shows post codes 60–68 and 70–71. Post Code 69 is not listed in the notice provided.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification depends on the post. The recruitment is particularly relevant to candidates with Diploma and ITI qualifications, while the Cook and Fireman posts have additional requirements.
Technical Assistant
Automobile: First Class Diploma in Automobile Engineering.
Mechanical: First Class Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Production Engineering.
Electronics & Communication: First Class Diploma in Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering or Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering.
Technician ‘B’
Candidates applying for Technician ‘B’ posts must generally have:
- SSLC/SSC/Matriculation (10th) qualification
- ITI in the relevant trade
- NTC from NCVT or NAC from NCVT.
The relevant trades are:
- Turner
- Fitter
- Welder
- Machinist
- Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
- Electrician
Cook ‘A’
Candidates must have:
- Passed SSLC/SSC/Matriculation (10th), and
- 5 years of experience as a Cook in a well-established Hotel/Canteen.
The required experience certificate must be issued by the concerned well-established Hotel/Canteen. Experience certificates issued by individuals will not be accepted.
Fireman ‘A’
Candidates must have:
- Passed SSLC/SSC/Matriculation (10th);
- Fulfil the prescribed Physical Fitness Standards, and
- Upload the required Preliminary Medical Examination Certificate with the application.
ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The age limit varies according to the post.
| Post Code | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| 60 to 68 and 70 | 18 to 35 years |
| 71 – Fireman ‘A’ | 18 to 25 years |
The age is calculated as on 5 October 2026.
Age relaxation is applicable to eligible reserved and other categories according to Government of India rules. Candidates should check the detailed notification for the applicable relaxation before submitting their application.
ISRO IPRC Salary 2026
Selected candidates will receive salary according to the applicable Pay Matrix level.
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Technician ‘B’ | Level 3 | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Cook ‘A’ | Level 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Fireman ‘A’ | Level 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
In addition to basic pay, selected employees may receive admissible allowances and benefits as per applicable Government of India/Department of Space rules.
ISRO IPRC Application Fee 2026
| Posts | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant (Post Codes 60–62) | ₹750 |
| Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’ & Fireman ‘A’ (Post Codes 63–71) | ₹500 |
The fee is payable online through the SBI e-Payment gateway using available payment methods such as Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card or UPI.
The notification provides for fee refunds to eligible candidates who appear in the Written Test, subject to the applicable rules and conditions.
ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process depends on the post.
Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’ and Cook ‘A’
The selection process consists of: Written Test → Skill Test
The Skill Test is qualifying in nature. Final selection is based on Written Test performance among candidates who qualify in the required Skill Test.
Fireman ‘A’
The selection process consists of: Written Test → Physical Efficiency/Skill Test → Detailed Medical Examination
Candidates applying for Fireman ‘A’ should pay particular attention to the prescribed physical and medical requirements.
ISRO IPRC Written Exam Pattern
Technical Assistant & Technician ‘B’
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Questions | 80 MCQs |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Correct Answer | +1 mark |
| Wrong Answer | -0.33 mark |
| Examination Mode | Offline/OMR |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | UR: 32/80; Reserved: 24/80 |
The questions are curriculum-based for the respective post/trade.
Cook ‘A’ & Fireman ‘A’
| Particular | Cook ‘A’ | Fireman ‘A’ |
|---|---|---|
| Questions | 100 MCQs | 100 MCQs |
| Duration | 120 minutes | 120 minutes |
| Correct Answer | +1 mark | +1 mark |
| Wrong Answer | -0.25 mark | -0.25 mark |
The subjects include areas relevant to the respective post, along with sections such as General Knowledge, English and Arithmetic where applicable.
Written Test Cities
The Written Test is scheduled to be conducted in:
- Tirunelveli
- Chennai
Candidates can select their preferred examination city while submitting the application. The selected city cannot be changed later.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official IPRC website.
- Open the Careers/Recruitment section.
- Find the IPRC/RMT/2026/01 recruitment advertisement.
- Read the eligibility requirements carefully.
- Complete the online registration and application form.
- Enter personal, educational and other required details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.
- Select the preferred Written Test city.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Check the complete application carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application before 5 October 2026 at 16:00 Hrs.
- Download and save the submitted application form for future reference.
Candidates should make sure that the information entered in the application is correct because changes may not be possible after final submission.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the required documents ready before starting the online application. Depending on the post and category, these may include:
- 10th/SSLC/SSC certificate and marksheet
- Diploma certificate and marksheets, where applicable
- ITI certificate and relevant documents, where applicable
- Category certificate, where applicable
- EWS/Income & Asset certificate, where applicable
- PwBD certificate, where applicable
- Ex-Serviceman documents, where applicable
- Cook experience certificate, where applicable
- Preliminary Medical Examination Certificate for Fireman ‘A’
- Valid identification document
- Bank account/passbook details where required for fee refund
Candidates should refer to the detailed notification for the exact document and upload requirements applicable to their post.
Important Points for Candidates
Before applying, candidates should note the following:
- There are 22 vacancies in this recruitment.
- Technical Assistant posts require a First Class Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline.
- Technician ‘B’ posts require 10th qualification plus the relevant ITI trade qualification.
- Cook ‘A’ requires 5 years of relevant experience.
- Fireman ‘A’ has specific physical and medical requirements.
- One Fitter vacancy is reserved for Ex-Servicemen.
- One Machinist vacancy is reserved for PwBD (OH).
- One Fireman ‘A’ vacancy is reserved for Ex-Servicemen.
- The Written Test city must be selected carefully because it cannot be changed later.
- Candidates should read the detailed official notification before submitting the application.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | View & Download |
| Official Website | www.iprc.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
There are 22 vacancies for Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’ and Fireman ‘A’ posts.
The last date to submit the online application is 5 October 2026 at 16:00 Hrs.
For most listed posts, the age limit is 18 to 35 years. For Fireman ‘A’, it is 18 to 25 years, subject to applicable relaxation rules.
Candidates generally need to have passed 10th/SSLC/SSC and possess an ITI qualification in the relevant trade with the required NTC/NAC certification.
Candidates should apply through the official IPRC website during the application period.
