ISRO VSSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 460 Posts, Walk-in on 25 July
Organization
ISRO
State
Kerala
Last Date
25 Jul 2026
Exam Date
25 Jul 2026
Apply From
25 Jul 2026
Vacancies
460
ISRO VSSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 (training year 2026–27) is open for Graduate Apprentice and Technician Apprentice trainees at Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), Thiruvananthapuram, under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and amendments. The centre has notified a walk-in selection drive for about 460 training positions. Eligible candidates must appear in person on 25 July 2026—there is no online application. Download the official notice from vssc.gov.in and verify every detail before you travel.
Urgency: Walk-in is on Saturday, 25 July 2026 (9:30 AM – 5:00 PM). Applications are accepted only on that day at the notified venue.
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Notification listed on VSSC careers | 17 July 2026 |
| Walk-in / selection drive | 25 July 2026 (Saturday) |
| Reporting window | 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Training year | 2026–27 |
| Training duration | 1 year from date of joining |
ISRO VSSC Apprentice 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), ISRO / Department of Space |
| Notification | Selection of Graduate & Technician Apprentices for training year 2026–27 (ref. widely cited as VSSC/R&R/9.2/WII-01/2026, dated 17.07.2026) |
| Posts | Graduate Apprentice Trainees & Technician Apprentice Trainees |
| Total positions (this drive) | 460 (discipline-wise breakup below; may vary) |
| Mode | Walk-in only (no other mode accepted) |
| Selection basis | Merit in qualifying exam + reservation weightage; BoAT Southern Region preference as per notice |
| Official website | www.vssc.gov.in |
| Careers page | VSSC Careers |
BOAT (Southern Region) / RDAT have allotted training positions to VSSC under the Apprentices Act; this notification covers Graduate & Technician apprentices. Ex-apprentices or current apprentices in any organisation are not eligible.
Vacancy Details (approx. 460 posts)
Discipline-wise numbers reported from the official notification cycle (confirm exact figures in the PDF before attending):
Graduate Apprentice
| Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Aeronautical / Aerospace Engineering | 15 |
| Chemical Engineering | 10 |
| Civil Engineering | 12 |
| Computer Science / Engineering | 20 |
| Electrical Engineering | 12 |
| Electronics Engineering | 43 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 45 |
| Metallurgy | 6 |
| Production Engineering | 4 |
| Fire & Safety Engineering | 2 |
| Hotel Management / Catering Technology | 4 |
| General Stream (Non-Engineering Graduates) | 100 |
| Sub-total (Graduate) | 273 |
Technician Apprentice
| Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Automobile Engineering | 8 |
| Chemical Engineering | 25 |
| Civil Engineering | 8 |
| Computer Science / Engineering | 15 |
| Electrical Engineering | 10 |
| Electronics Engineering | 40 |
| Instrument Technology | 6 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 50 |
| Diploma in Commercial Practice | 25 |
| Sub-total (Technician) | 187 |
| Grand Total | 460 |
Vacancies are for apprenticeship training only and may change as per VSSC requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
Rules below are summarised from the 2026–27 selection notice as reported with the official PDF. Always match your discipline and marks to the PDF tables.
Who cannot apply
- Qualification completed before April 2022 (outside the eligibility window).
- Candidates awaiting final-year degree/diploma results.
- Candidates pursuing M.E. / M.Tech.
- Ex-apprentices or current apprentices in any firm/organisation.
Educational qualification & marks (summary)
| Category | Qualification | Indicative marks |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (Engineering streams) | B.E. / B.Tech (3/4-year) from a recognised university | 65% or 6.84 CGPA (as applicable) |
| Graduate Apprentice (Hotel Management / Catering) | First-class degree in Hotel Management / Catering Technology | 60% |
| Graduate Apprentice (General Stream – non-engg.) | Bachelor’s degree (3 years) from a recognised university | 60% or 6.32 CGPA |
| Technician Apprentice (Engineering diplomas) | First-class Diploma in Engineering (3 years) from State Board of Technical Education | First class |
| Technician Apprentice (Commercial Practice) | Diploma in Commercial Practice (3 years) from State Board | 6.32 CGPA (as per notice) |
If both CGPA and percentage appear on the certificate, both must meet the minimum. CGPA-to-percentage conversion rules in the PDF apply. Preference is generally given to candidates from recognised universities / technical boards under the BoAT Southern Region (Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Puducherry); others may be considered only if vacancies remain.
Age limit (as on 31.07.2026 – as commonly tabulated for this notice)
| Category | UR | OBC | SC/ST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (Engg & Non-Engg) | 28 | 31 | 33 |
| Graduate Apprentice (PwBD) | 38 | 41 | 43 |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma Engg) | 30 | 33 | 35 |
| Technician Apprentice (Engg) PwBD | 40 | 43 | 45 |
| Technician Apprentice (Commercial Practice) | 26 | 29 | 31 |
| Technician Apprentice (Commercial Practice) PwBD | 36 | 39 | 41 |
Carry valid category / disability certificates in the formats prescribed (OBC-NCL and EWS annexures are attached with the official PDF).
Stipend (monthly)
| Apprentice category | Stipend (approx. as per notice cycle) |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (Engineering / Hotel Mgmt / General Stream) | ₹12,300 per month |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma Engg / Commercial Practice) | ₹10,900 per month |
Training duration is one year from joining. Selected candidates are registered under contract on the NATS 2.0 portal after joining. Completing apprenticeship does not confer any right to permanent employment in VSSC, ISRO, or the Department of Space.
Selection Process
- Appear for the walk-in selection drive with originals and self-attested copies.
- Document verification by VSSC officials.
- Fill and submit the application form provided at the venue (if eligible).
- Selection based on marks in the qualifying examination, reservation, panel position, and vacancy availability.
- Southern Region (BoAT) candidates get priority as stated in the notice.
- No interim correspondence; canvassing leads to disqualification.
Walk-in Venue & Documents
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | 25 July 2026 (Saturday) |
| Time | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Venue | Karthika Thirunal Govt. V&GHSS for Girls, Manacaud, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala |
| Mode | Walk-in only — no postal / email / online form |
Documents to carry (originals + self-attested photocopies)
- Degree / Diploma certificate and consolidated mark list
- SSLC / SSC / AISSE / ICSE certificate (age proof)
- Experience certificate (if any)
- Passport-size photograph(s)
- Category certificates: SC/ST, OBC (NCL), EWS, PwBD disability certificate as applicable
- Any other document listed in the official PDF
Accommodation during training is not provided by VSSC (candidate’s own arrangement). Canteen and transport facilities during training are as per centre rules.
Application Fee
No application fee is indicated for this walk-in apprenticeship selection. Do not pay anyone claiming to “book” a seat.
How to Attend (steps)
- Download and read the full PDF: Notification – Graduate & Technician Apprentices 2026–27.
- Confirm your discipline, marks, age, and eligibility window.
- Reach Karthika Thirunal Govt. V&GHSS for Girls, Manacaud, Thiruvananthapuram on 25 July 2026 between 9:30 AM and 5:00 PM.
- Complete document verification, collect/fill the form on site, and submit to VSSC officials.
- Track further updates only on www.vssc.gov.in (Careers / Apprenticeship Training).
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| VSSC Careers | Click Here |
| Apprenticeship Training page | Click Here |
| VSSC Home | https://www.vssc.gov.in |
| NATS portal (post-selection registration) | https://nats.education.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is ISRO VSSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
It is a walk-in selection by Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre for Graduate and Technician Apprentice trainees for training year 2026–27 under the Apprentices Act, covering about 460 positions across engineering and related disciplines.
Q2. When and where is the walk-in?
25 July 2026 (Saturday), 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM, at Karthika Thirunal Govt. V&GHSS for Girls, Manacaud, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Only that day’s walk-in is accepted.
Q3. Is there an online application for VSSC Apprentice 2026?
No. Applications are accepted only through the walk-in drive. No other mode is accepted as per the notice.
Q4. What is the stipend?
Indicative monthly stipend: ₹12,300 for Graduate Apprentices and ₹10,900 for Technician Apprentices (confirm category-wise rates in the official PDF).
Q5. Does apprenticeship guarantee an ISRO job?
No. One year of training does not create any claim for permanent employment in VSSC, ISRO, or any unit of the Department of Space.
Q6. Who is not eligible?
Candidates who completed qualification before April 2022, those awaiting final results, those pursuing M.E./M.Tech, and ex-apprentices or current apprentices elsewhere are not eligible (as per the notice conditions).
Q7. Where can I download the official PDF?
From VSSC Careers / Apprenticeship Training: Notification_Interview170726.pdf.
Q8. Is there any application fee?
No fee is specified for this walk-in apprenticeship selection. Carry only documents and photographs as required.
Important Links
Always verify dates and instructions on the official website before applying or downloading documents.
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