ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026 – 22 Fireman, Technician & More Posts
Posted By: Amrit
ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Mahendragiri has issued a fresh notification for various Technical and Support posts in its Tirunelveli campus. The candidates who are following ISRO Recruitment 2026 update will be glad to know that there are new vacancies available for the candidates who have opted for the Technician ‘B’ trades. In addition to these, IPRC has also created jobs for all diploma holders in specific engineering branches for ISRO Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026. Eligible Indian nationals holding the prescribed diploma, ITI or matriculation-level qualifications are invited to apply online between September 15, 2026 and October 5, 2026. In addition to the larger number of ISRO government jobs for trade and diploma qualified candidates in the country this year, this drive is also being announced. Candidates must fill in an application form within stipulated time and have all documents in hand before applying.
The Organisation Behind This Hiring Drive
ISRO Propulsion Complex is one of the lead units of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), under the Department of Space, engaged in Liquid Propulsion in the development of Launch Vehicle & Spacecraft Programme of ISRO for India. It conducts research, assembly, integration and test of engines and stages and also produces propellants for ISRO’s missions and constantly works on developing new technologies. The recruitment drive carried out here is a significant aspect of the ISRO Government Jobs in India scenario and provides an opportunity to the technically skilled candidates to actively participate in the nation’s space programme.
Timeline You Need to Track
- Online Registration Start: September 15, 2026
- Online Registration Closing Date: October 5, 2026
- Cut-off Date for Age and Qualification: October 5, 2026
Posts on Offer at Mahendragiri for ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | No. of Vacancies |
| Technical Assistant (Automobile Engineering) | 01 |
| Technical Assistant (Mechanical) | 03 |
| Technical Assistant (Electronics & Communication) | 01 |
| Technician ‘B’ (Turner) | 02 |
| Technician ‘B’ (Fitter) | 04 |
| Technician ‘B’ (Welder) | 02 |
| Technician ‘B’ (Machinist) | 03 |
| Technician ‘B’ (Refrigeration & Air Conditioning) | 01 |
| Technician ‘B’ (Electrician) | 01 |
| Cook ‘A’ | 01 |
| Fireman ‘A’ | 03 |
| Total Vacancies | 22 |
Eligibility Details You Must Check
| Post Name | Eligibility |
| Technical Assistant (Automobile Engineering) |
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| Technical Assistant (Mechanical) |
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| Technical Assistant (Electronics & Communication) |
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| Technician ‘B’ (Turner, Welder, Machinist, R&AC, Electrician) |
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| Technician ‘B’ (Fitter) |
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| Cook ‘A’ |
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| Fireman ‘A’ |
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Who Qualifies by Age (as on October 5, 2026)
- Minimum Age for All Posts: 18 years
- Maximum Age (Post Codes 60 to 68 and 70): 35 years
- Maximum Age for Fireman ‘A’ (Post Code 71): 25 years
Relief in the Upper Age Limit
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
Salary Structure for ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026
- Technical Assistant: Level 7, Rs. 44,900/- to Rs. 1,42,400/-
- Technician ‘B’: Level 3, Rs. 21,700/- to Rs. 69,100/-
- Cook ‘A’: Level 2, Rs. 19,900/- to Rs. 63,200/-
- Other Benefits: Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, National Pension System and medical facilities
Cost of Applying
- Post Codes 60 to 62: Rs. 750/-
- Post Codes 63 to 68, 70 and 71: Rs. 500/-
- Payment Mode: Online only
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Written Examination Pattern for ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Technical Assistant / Technician B |
| Exam Mode | Offline OMR |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Total Questions | 80 |
| Total Marks | 80 |
| Duration | 90 Minutes |
| Correct Answer | +1 mark |
| Wrong Answer | -0.33 mark |
| UR Passing Marks | 32/80 |
| Reserved Category Passing Marks | 24/80, where applicable |
| Syllabus | Prescribed qualification curriculum |
Physical Test for Fireman A
| Stage | Event | Requirement |
| I | 1500 m Run | 7 minutes for men up to 40 years |
| I | 800 m Run | 4 minutes for women/transgender candidates up to 40 years |
| II | Rope Climbing | 5 m men / 4.5 m women and transgender candidates up to 40 years |
| II | Human Dummy Carry | 25 m in 60 s for men / 75 s for women and transgender candidates up to 40 years |
| II | Long Jump | 3.8 m men / 3.5 m women and transgender candidates up to 40 years |
| II | 100 m Run | 15 seconds men / 17 seconds women and transgender candidates up to 40 years |
- Attempts: 3 for long jump; 1 for other events.
- Medical: Candidates must meet prescribed medical standards.
Selection Journey for ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026
- Selection for the different posts of this ISRO Propulsion Complex will be done on the basis of a Written Test and Skill Test (as per prescribed curriculum).
- Final selection of the candidates in the Written Test for the post of Fireman ‘A’ will be made after Physical Efficiency Test and Detailed Medical Examination.
- The marks obtained in the Written Test will be the criteria for final selection and the Skill Test will be evaluated on a qualifying basis.
- Written Test will be held at offline OMR centres in Tirunelveli and Chennai.
- This examination process is a part of Government Jobs in Tamil Nadu, which technical candidates and trade qualified candidates can explore on.
- If Written Test scores are tied then the academic marks of the notified qualification will be used to break the tie.
- The candidates who are shortlisted after the Written Test will be called for the Skill Test in a fixed ratio (as per minimum cut off) per post.
Why Solving Previous Papers Strengthens Preparation
- Exam Pattern: With the help of the previous papers candidates can get an idea of how the written test is set and how difficult it is.
- Time Management: Practice makes the test easier, faster and more accurate.
- Important Topics: Candidates can recognise topics and subjects that are common in the similar examinations.
- Practice Quality: When answering questions using the actual style candidates will be more familiar with the expected question format.
- Previous Papers of ISRO Technician Recruitment 2026: They will help the candidates to update important concepts for all the trades.
- Confidence Building: Repeatedly practising exams decreases exam anxiety and increases candidates’ confidence to sit the exam.
Recommended Books for Written Test Preparation
| Subject/Area | Recommended Book Type | Purpose |
| Technical Subjects | ITI/Diploma trade-specific books | Strengthen core technical concepts |
| General Knowledge | General Knowledge preparation book | Improve static GK and awareness |
| Mathematics | Quantitative Aptitude book | Practice basic calculations |
| English | Objective English book | Improve grammar and comprehension |
| Reasoning | Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning book | Build logical reasoning skills |
| Previous Papers | ISRO/technical recruitment previous papers | Understand question patterns and difficulty |
Documents Required for Application
- Qualifications: Educational Certificates – SSLC/ SS/ Matriculation (as per post), Diploma/ ITI certificates (where applicable).
- ID Proof: Aadhaar Card (PAN Card) / Voter ID / Driving Licence (Where Aadhaar is not available).
- Category Certificate: A proper certificate to show SC/ST/OBC/ EWS category you belong to.
- Disability Certificate: PwBD eligible candidates should carry this.
- Ex-serviceman Document: Discharge certificate (if applied under Ex-serviceman category).
- Experience certificate: required for Cook ‘A’.
- Bank Pass Book: First page of your bank account from which fee will be refunded.
- Photograph and Signature: Photograph and signature within the defined limits and the correct JPEG format.
Steps to Send Your Application for ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026
- Go to the official website of ISRO Propulsion Complex at www.iprc.gov.in
- Navigate to the ‘Careers‘ tab and click on the advertisement “Advertisement No. IPRC/RMT/2026/01“.
- Carefully read the full notification before applying to learn the eligibility conditions and post-specific posts needs to know.
- Sign up on the portal with a proper and correct e-mail ID as all further communications will be through e-mail only.
- Complete details in the online application form accurately, personal, educational and about the category.
- Submit a recent photo and signature in the specified format and size
- Scanned copies of Certificates and Testimonials for the selected post code
- Choose the desired city for the Written Test (Tirunelveli or Chennai) at the time of selection (before the date of the Written Test).
- The applicants who are interested in ISRO Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 notification must pay the application fee before the last date using the online payment method.
- Please submit the application and download the system generated application for future reference.
FAQs
In total, there are 22 number of vacancies that being offered at the IPRC, Mahendragiri for Technical Assistant, Technician B, Cook A, Fireman A posts at ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026.
The ISRO Technician recruitment 2026 asks candidates to be 10th Std along with an appropriate ITI trade certificate holder possessing NTC/NAC from NCVT.
In ISRO Technical assistants recruitment 2026 the selected ones will be made based on a written test then a qualifying skill test be conducted in diploma level curriculum required.
In ISRO fireman recruitment 2026 the shortlisted candidates will be selected through a written test, Preliminary medical test &Physical Efficient Test (PET) then followed by the Detailed medical examination.
Official Links
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | www.iprc.gov.in |
| Apply Online | www.iprc.gov.in (Link will be activated on September 15, 2026) |
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