ISRO Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) Recruitment 2026 — Advt No. LPSC/02/2026

ISRO LPSC 2026 — Important Dates & Application Fee

Online Application from 18 August to 04 September 2026

The notification came out on 15 August 2026 — Independence Day. And the online application window is quite short. It opens on 18 August 2026 at 2:00 PM and closes on 04 September 2026 at 2:00 PM. So you have just about 17 days to complete the entire process — registration, form filling, and submission. See, ISRO always gives a tight deadline. So do not think you can apply in the last week. Start filling the form from Day 1 itself. The application portal may also get slow during peak hours, especially on the last 2-3 days. So plan your application early. And keep your educational certificates, ITI marksheets, and photograph ready before you start.

Tip: The application window opens at 2:00 PM on 18 August. Do not rush to apply on Day 1 itself — wait a day or two for the portal traffic to reduce, but do not delay beyond the last week.

Application Fee — No Fee for All Categories

There is no application fee for this recruitment. See, ISRO direct recruitments for Technical Assistant, Technician, and support posts generally do not have any application fee. So whether you are General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD, or Ex-Servicemen — you do not have to pay anything. Just fill the online form at lpsc.gov.in and submit it before the deadline. This is actually a good thing for candidates who are applying for multiple government jobs and worry about application fees adding up. So there is absolutely no financial barrier to apply. The only investment is your time and effort in filling the form correctly.

ISRO LPSC 2026 — Vacancy & Eligibility Details

19 Posts — Technical Assistant, Technician B, Draughtsman B, and Fireman A

So there are 19 posts in total, divided across four different roles. Technical Assistant has 7 posts — 6 for Mechanical and 1 for Chemical. Then Technician ‘B’ has 19 posts — 9 for Fitter and 1 for Electronic Mechanic. Draughtsman ‘B’ has 19 in Mechanical. And Fireman ‘A’ has 1 post. See, the vacancy number is small, but this is ISRO. Even with 10 posts, the competition will be tough because everyone wants to work with ISRO. So prepare your documents carefully and make sure your eligibility is perfect before applying. The postings are at two locations — Valiamala in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala and Bengaluru, Karnataka.

Technical Assistant — 7 Posts — Diploma in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering

For Technical Assistant, you need a 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering with First Class from a recognized institution. There are 7 posts — 6 for Mechanical (3 at Valiamala, 3 at Bengaluru) and 1 for Chemical at Valiamala. The pay is Pay Level 7, ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 plus allowances. And the age limit is 35 years. See, Pay Level 7 is a good salary for a diploma holder. This is not a contractual post — it is a permanent government position with ISRO. So you get job security, good pay, and the prestige of working with India’s space agency. The age relaxation applies as per government rules for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates.

Technician ‘B’ — 10 Posts — SSLC + ITI in Respective Trade

For Technician ‘B’, you need SSLC/SSC plus ITI/NTC/NAC in the respective trade from NCVT. There are 10 posts — 9 for Fitter (5 at Valiamala, 4 at Bengaluru) and 1 for Electronic Mechanic at Bengaluru. The Fitter posts have category-wise distribution: UR-5, OBC-2, SC-1, and within that, 2 posts are for Ex-Servicemen and 1 for PWBD-HH. See, this is where category reservation helps. If you are OBC or SC, your competition is comparatively less. The pay is Pay Level 3, ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 plus allowances. And the age limit is 35 years. So even though the basic pay looks modest, the allowances in ISRO are quite good — you get DA, HRA, transport allowance, and other benefits.

Draughtsman ‘B’ — 19 and Fireman ‘A’ — 1 Post

For Draughtsman ‘B’, there is 1 post at Valiamala. You need SSLC/SSC plus ITI/NTC/NAC in Draughtsman (Mechanical) from NCVT. The pay is Pay Level 3, ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 and age limit is 35 years. For Fireman ‘A’, there is 1 post at Valiamala, OBC category. You need SSLC/SSC plus physical fitness and must pass the Physical Efficiency Test (PET). The pay is Pay Level 2, ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 and age limit is 25 years. See, the Fireman post has the youngest age limit and the lowest pay level, but it is still a permanent ISRO post. So do not underestimate it — many candidates aspire to work with ISRO in any capacity.

ISRO LPSC 2026 — Selection Process

ISRO LPSC 2026 — Salary & Job Profile

Pay Level 7 for Technical Assistant — ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400

The salary structure is as per 7th CPC. For Technical Assistant, you get Pay Level 7 — basic pay of ₹44,900 with maximum pay of ₹1,42,400. See, this is a very good salary for a diploma-level post. Along with basic pay, you get Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, and other benefits. The in-hand salary at starting level is usually around ₹50,000 to ₹55,000 after deductions. And as you get increments, it goes up to over ₹1 lakh. For Technician ‘B’ and Draughtsman ‘B’, the pay is Pay Level 3 — ₹21,700 to ₹69,100. And for Fireman ‘A’, it is Pay Level 2 — ₹19,900 to ₹63,200. So the salary varies based on the post, but all are permanent government positions with ISRO.

What You Will Do at LPSC

• Technical Assistant — assist in design, development, and testing of liquid propulsion systems
• Technician ‘B’ — handle mechanical and electronic equipment maintenance and assembly
• Draughtsman ‘B’ — prepare technical drawings and engineering layouts
• Fireman ‘A’ — fire prevention, emergency response, and safety at ISRO facilities
• Work on rocket engine components, fuel systems, and test equipment
• Assist scientists during propulsion system testing and launch preparation
• Maintain safety standards in high-tech laboratory and workshop environments
• Support ISRO’s mission-critical activities for space exploration

And one thing — working at LPSC means you are directly contributing to India’s space program. The experience you gain here is unmatched. And the work environment is professional with top-notch facilities.

ISRO LPSC 2026 — How to Apply

Online Application — Available from 18 August 2026 at lpsc.gov.in

The application process is completely online. See, there is no offline mode. You need to visit lpsc.gov.in from 18 August 2026 at 2:00 PM, register with your details, fill the application form with your educational qualifications, upload photograph and signature, and submit before 04 September 2026. And the best part — there is no application fee. So you do not need to make any payment. Just fill and submit. Now one thing to keep in mind — ISRO recruitment portals can be slow during peak hours. So try to apply during off-peak hours — early morning or late evening. And keep a copy of your submitted application for reference.

How to Apply

• Step 1: Visit official website www.lpsc.gov.in
• Step 2: From 18 August 2026, click on “Recruitment” or “Career” section
• Step 3: Find Advertisement No. LPSC/02/2026 and click “Apply Online”
• Step 4: Register with your email ID and mobile number
• Step 5: Fill the application form with personal details, educational qualification, and trade/post preference
• Step 6: Upload passport-size photograph and signature as per specifications
• Step 7: Preview all details carefully — check qualification, trade, and post name
• Step 8: Submit the application. Note the application reference number.
• Step 9: Download and print the confirmation page for your records

ISRO LPSC 2026 — Documents Required

ISRO LPSC 2026 — Important Links

ISRO LPSC Recruitment 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions

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