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ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Released! Indian Space Research Organisation has announced 61 vacancies for Technician-B, Heavy Vehicle Driver-A, Light Vehicle Driver-A and Staff Car Driver-A under Advertisement No. URSC:04:2026. Eligible 10th pass, ITI-qualified and experienced driving candidates can apply online from 24 October to 13 November 2026. Check post-wise vacancies, age limit, salary, application fees, selection process and official application link.
Organization
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
Location
India
Total Posts
61 Posts
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has released a recruitment notification for 61 Technician-B and Driver vacancies at the U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), Bengaluru, and other identified ISRO facilities.
The official recruitment advertisement, URSC:04:2026, was issued on 24 October 2026.
Applications are invited for the following positions:
Technician-B – 46 Posts
Heavy Vehicle Driver-A – 10 Posts
Light Vehicle Driver-A – 3 Posts
Staff Car Driver-A – 2 Posts
Candidates who have passed the 10th Standard and possess the prescribed trade qualification or driving experience can apply for the relevant posts.
For Technician-B, candidates must possess a valid ITI/NTC/NAC qualification in the relevant NCVT-recognized trade.
For Driver posts, candidates must possess the required driving licence and driving experience.
The salary starts at ₹21,700 basic pay for Technician-B under Pay Level 3 and ₹19,900 basic pay for Driver posts under Pay Level 2, along with admissible allowances.
The online application process opened on 24 October 2026, and the last date to apply is 13 November 2026.
Interested candidates should read the complete official notification before submitting their online applications.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Indian Space Research Organisation |
| Recruiting Centre | U R Rao Satellite Centre |
| Advertisement Number | URSC:04:2026 |
| Advertisement Date | 24 October 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 61 |
| Post Names | Technician-B, HVD-A, LVD-A, Staff Car Driver-A |
| Educational Qualification | 10th Pass + Relevant Technical/Driving Requirements |
| Age Limit | 18–35 Years |
| Age Reference Date | 13 November 2026 |
| Technician-B Pay Level | Level 3 |
| Driver Pay Level | Level 2 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | 24 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 13 November 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 13 November 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Test / CBT and Skill Test |
| Official Website | https://www.isro.gov.in |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 24 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 24 October 2026 |
| Online Registration Opening Time | 5:00 PM |
| Application Last Date | 13 November 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 13 November 2026 |
| Written Examination / CBT | To Be Announced |
| Admit Card | To Be Announced |
| Skill Test | To Be Announced |
| Final Result | To Be Announced |
Candidates must complete the online application and payment requirements within the prescribed dates.
ISRO has announced 61 vacancies across technical and driving positions.
| Post / Trade | Post Code | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Technician-B – Electronics Mechanic and Related Trades | 01 | 24 |
| Technician-B – Fitter | 02 | 8 |
| Technician-B – Electrician | 03 | 4 |
| Technician-B – Refrigeration & Air Conditioning | 04 | 5 |
| Technician-B – Turner | 05 | 1 |
| Technician-B – Machinist | 06 | 2 |
| Technician-B – Motor Vehicle Mechanic | 07 | 1 |
| Technician-B – Electroplater | 08 | 1 |
| Light Vehicle Driver-A | 09 | 3 |
| Staff Car Driver-A | 10 | 2 |
| Heavy Vehicle Driver-A | 11 | 10 |
| Total | 61 |
The notification includes reserved vacancies for various categories, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) and Ex-Servicemen, subject to the specified post-wise provisions.
Some vacancies are identified for the Master Control Facility (MCF), Hassan.
Applicants should check the official reservation table for the exact category-wise vacancies.
Candidates applying for Technician-B must possess the following essential qualifications:
SSLC / SSC / Matriculation (10th Standard) Pass
ITI / NTC / NAC qualification in the relevant trade from NCVT
| Trade | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Electronics Mechanic | 10th + Relevant Electronics Trade |
| Fitter | 10th + Fitter ITI/NTC/NAC |
| Electrician | 10th + Electrician ITI/NTC/NAC |
| Refrigeration & Air Conditioning | 10th + R&A/C ITI/NTC/NAC |
| Turner | 10th + Turner ITI/NTC/NAC |
| Machinist | 10th + Machinist ITI/NTC/NAC |
| Motor Vehicle Mechanic | 10th + Motor Vehicle Mechanic ITI/NTC/NAC |
| Electroplater | 10th + Electroplater ITI/NTC/NAC |
For Post Code 01, the notification also accepts the specifically listed equivalent electronics trades, including Technician Power Electronics Systems, Mechanic Consumer Electronic Appliances, Instrument Mechanic and Mechanic Industrial Electronics.
Important: Only the trades and qualifications specified in the official notification should be treated as eligible. A 10th pass certificate without the prescribed technical qualification is insufficient for Technician-B.
Candidates must possess:
SSLC / SSC / Matriculation Pass or equivalent.
Minimum three years of experience as a Light Vehicle Driver.
Valid Light Motor Vehicle Driving Licence.
Other statutory requirements as prescribed.
The required driving experience must have been obtained after acquiring a valid driving licence.
Candidates must possess:
Matriculation or equivalent qualification.
Minimum three years of relevant light vehicle driving experience.
Valid Light Vehicle Driving Licence.
Other prescribed driving and statutory qualifications.
Candidates must possess:
SSLC / SSC / Matriculation Pass or equivalent.
Total five years of driving experience.
At least three years of experience as a Heavy Vehicle Driver.
Remaining experience in light motor vehicle driving.
Valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence.
Public Service Badge where legally required.
Driving experience must be obtained after acquiring the valid licence.
Experience certificates must be issued by Government, Semi-Government agencies, registered companies, societies or trusts.
Experience certificates issued by individuals are not accepted.
Part-time experience is not counted.
The applicant must satisfy the qualifications and experience requirements by the eligibility cutoff date.
The age limit is calculated as on 13 November 2026.
| Particulars | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 35 Years |
| SC/ST Relaxation | 5 Years for applicable reserved vacancies |
| OBC Relaxation | 3 Years for applicable reserved vacancies |
Additional age relaxations may apply to eligible Central Government employees, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD candidates and other specified categories under Government of India rules.
Important: SC/ST/OBC age relaxations apply according to the relevant reserved vacancies and notification provisions. Applicants competing for unreserved vacancies should not assume automatic relaxation.
Selected candidates will receive salary according to the Central Government Pay Matrix.
| Post | Pay Level | Starting Basic Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Technician-B | Level 3 | ₹21,700 |
| Heavy Vehicle Driver-A | Level 2 | ₹19,900 |
| Light Vehicle Driver-A | Level 2 | ₹19,900 |
| Staff Car Driver-A | Level 2 | ₹19,900 |
In addition to basic pay, selected employees may receive admissible allowances and benefits under applicable ISRO and Government rules.
Dearness Allowance
Medical Facilities
Leave Travel Concession
Transport Facilities, subject to applicable conditions
Housing-related benefits, subject to availability
Group Insurance
Subsidized Canteen Facilities
Applicable pension scheme coverage
The exact gross and in-hand salary depends on allowances, deductions and posting conditions.
The official notification prescribes an initial payment of ₹500 per application for all candidates.
The fee structure includes an application fee of ₹100 and a refundable component, subject to attendance in the written examination.
| Candidate Category | Initial Payment | Refund After Attending Written Test |
|---|---|---|
| Women | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| SC/ST | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| PwBD | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| Other Candidates, including OBC/EWS | ₹500 | ₹400 |
All candidates must initially pay ₹500 per application.
Full refund is available to eligible exempt categories only if they attend the written examination.
Other candidates attending the examination receive ₹400 back.
Candidates absent from the written examination are not eligible for a refund.
Payment must be made online through the prescribed payment gateway.
Applicable payment service charges are borne by the applicant.
Important: Candidates should not assume that exempt categories can submit the application without initially paying ₹500.
The selection process consists of the following stages:
Applications may be screened based on academic performance and other eligibility information.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for a written examination or computer-based examination.
Candidates qualifying the written examination according to the prescribed standards will be shortlisted for the relevant skill test.
For Technician-B, the skill test is related to the applicable technical curriculum.
For Driver positions, the skill test includes a driving test.
Original documents, qualifications, category certificates, driving licences and experience certificates will be verified as applicable.
Final selection will be determined according to the official recruitment provisions.
The official advertisement prescribes the following examination pattern.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination | Written Test / CBT |
| Number of Questions | 80 MCQs |
| Duration | 1 Hour 30 Minutes |
| Maximum Marks | 80 |
| Correct Answer | +1 Mark |
| Wrong Answer | -0.33 Mark |
| Skill Test | 100 Marks |
| Skill Test Nature | Qualifying |
| Category | Written Test | Skill Test |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 32/80 | 50/100 |
| Reserved (where applicable) | 24/80 | 40/100 |
Candidates will be shortlisted for the skill test generally in a 1:5 ratio, with a minimum of ten candidates as specified in the notification.
The written examination syllabus is based on the relevant trade curriculum.
The driver written examination syllabus includes three broad parts.
| Part | Subject | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Part A | Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and Driving Regulations | 50 |
| Part B | Elementary English – Class 8 Level | 15 |
| Part C | Elementary Arithmetic – Class 10 Level | 15 |
| Total | 80 |
Important topics include:
Motor Vehicles Act, 1988
Driving Licence Rules
Registration of Motor Vehicles
Transport Vehicle Regulations
Traffic Control
Motor Vehicle Insurance
Traffic Offences and Penalties
Mandatory Traffic Signs
Accident Claims
Motor Accident Claims Tribunals
Synonyms and Antonyms
Correct Use of Verbs
Sentence Completion
Appropriate Words and Phrases
Addition and Subtraction
Multiplication and Division
Percentages
Ratios
Averages
Other basic arithmetic topics prescribed in the notification
Candidates should study the complete official driver syllabus and practise driving skills before the examination.
Candidates can submit their applications through the official ISRO recruitment portal.
Step 1: Visit https://www.isro.gov.in.
Step 2: Open the Careers or Current Opportunities section.
Step 3: Locate Advertisement No. URSC:04:2026.
Step 4: Download and read the detailed recruitment notification.
Step 5: Open the official online application link.
Step 6: Select the required post code and designation.
Step 7: Enter personal information and contact details.
Step 8: Fill in educational qualifications, trade certificates or driving experience details.
Step 9: Upload the prescribed documents, photograph and signature.
Step 10: Enter applicable category and reservation information.
Step 11: Review all details before final submission.
Step 12: Complete the online application fee payment of ₹500 through the authorized gateway.
Step 13: Submit the application on or before 13 November 2026.
Step 14: Save the application confirmation and payment acknowledgement.
Candidates should follow the actual instructions displayed by the authorized recruitment portal.
Candidates should prepare the following documents as applicable:
Recent Passport-Size Photograph
Scanned Signature
10th Standard Certificate
ITI / NTC / NAC Certificate
Relevant Trade Qualification Details
Valid Driving Licence for Driver Posts
Driving Experience Certificate
SC/ST/OBC/EWS Certificate, where applicable
PwBD Certificate, where applicable
Ex-Serviceman Certificate, where applicable
Valid Photo Identification
Other Documents Specified in the Recruitment Notification
Candidates should follow the prescribed document format and upload requirements.
The advertisement number is URSC:04:2026.
There are 61 vacancies.
Online applications started on 24 October 2026.
The last date is 13 November 2026.
Candidates must meet the prescribed qualification and experience requirements.
Technician-B requires 10th pass plus relevant ITI/NTC/NAC.
Driver posts require valid driving licences and relevant experience.
The age limit is generally 18–35 years.
Age relaxations apply according to the official rules.
Candidates must initially pay ₹500 per application.
Fee refunds depend on attending the written examination and candidate category.
Selection involves a written test and skill test.
Driving positions involve practical driving assessment.
Candidates should retain their application and payment acknowledgements.
Examination schedules and admit cards will be announced separately.
Candidates should use only official ISRO recruitment links.
Applicants should beware of fake appointment offers or recruitment agents.
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| ISRO Official Website | https://www.isro.gov.in |
| ISRO Careers | https://www.isro.gov.in/Careers.html |
| Official Recruitment Details | https://www.isro.gov.in/ISRO_HINDI/URSCRecruitment13.html |
| Online Application | Link provided on the official recruitment page |
| URSC Website | https://www.ursc.gov.in |
| Detailed Notification | URSC:04:2026 |
| Admit Card | To Be Announced |
| Written Test Date | To Be Announced |
| Result | To Be Announced |
Yes. ISRO released the recruitment notification on 24 October 2026 under Advertisement No. URSC:04:2026.
There are 61 vacancies.
Technician-B, Heavy Vehicle Driver-A, Light Vehicle Driver-A and Staff Car Driver-A.
There are 46 Technician-B vacancies across different trades.
There are 10 Heavy Vehicle Driver-A vacancies.
There are 3 Light Vehicle Driver-A vacancies.
There are 2 Staff Car Driver-A vacancies.
The advertisement number is URSC:04:2026.
The last date is 13 November 2026.
Online applications opened on 24 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Candidates must be 10th pass and possess the relevant ITI/NTC/NAC qualification from NCVT.
Yes, provided they also meet the driving licence and experience requirements.
Yes. The prescribed relevant trade qualification is required.
The general age limit is 18–35 years as on 13 November 2026.
The starting basic pay is ₹21,700 per month plus admissible allowances.
The starting basic pay is ₹19,900 per month plus admissible allowances.
All candidates must initially pay ₹500 per application.
Yes. Refunds are available to candidates who attend the written examination, according to the prescribed category-wise rules.
Yes. Eligible women candidates who attend the written examination will receive a full refund of the ₹500 payment.
The selection process includes initial screening, a written test or CBT and a relevant skill test.
Yes. The Technician-B written examination carries a penalty of 0.33 marks per incorrect answer.
There are 80 multiple-choice questions.
The duration is 90 minutes.
Yes. The Technician-B skill test is qualifying in nature.
Candidates need 10th pass, five years of prescribed driving experience including at least three years of heavy vehicle driving, and the relevant driving licence and badge requirements.
Yes. Three years of qualifying light vehicle driving experience is required.
Not for the driver positions requiring a valid licence.
The recruitment advertisement does not announce a confirmed written examination date.
Candidates can access the application link through the official ISRO URSC recruitment page.
The official website is https://www.isro.gov.in.
The ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026 notification provides opportunities for eligible 10th pass, ITI-qualified and experienced driving candidates.
A total of 61 vacancies have been announced for Technician-B and various Driver-A positions under Advertisement No. URSC:04:2026.
Technician-B positions offer starting basic pay of ₹21,700, while Driver-A positions offer starting basic pay of ₹19,900, along with applicable allowances.
The online application process opened on 24 October 2026 and will close on 13 November 2026.
Interested candidates should verify their relevant trade qualifications, driving experience, reservation eligibility and age conditions before applying.
Applicants should complete the application and the ₹500 initial fee payment by the prescribed deadline and use the authorized ISRO recruitment portal only.
For official exam dates, admit cards, selection results and subsequent notices, candidates should follow the ISRO Careers website.
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