The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) has published the official notification for the recruitment of Technician-B, Heavy Vehicle Driver-A, Light Vehicle Driver-A, and Staff Car Driver-A positions. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online for these temporary but continuing posts before the November 13, 2026, deadline.
U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), situated in Bengaluru, Karnataka State, is the lead centre of ISRO for satellite technology. URSC is at the forefront of spacecraft technology towards conceptualization, design, development, fabrication, testing, launch and in-orbit management of spacecraft.Â
ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | ISRO – U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) |
| Notification No. | URSC:04:2026 |
| Post Name | Technician-B, Heavy Vehicle Driver-A, Light Vehicle Driver-A, Staff Car Driver-A |
| No. of Posts | 54 |
| Job Category | Central Government Jobs / Space Research |
| Job Location | Bengaluru (with liability to serve anywhere in India) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | November 13, 2026 |
| Official Website | www.isro.gov.in / www.ursc.gov.in |
ISRO URSC Notification 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Opening Date for Online Application | October 24, 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Closing Date for Submission of Online Application | November 13, 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Last Date of Application Fee Payment | November 13, 2026 |
ISRO URSC Jobs 2026 Vacancy Details
ISRO URSC has announced a total of 54 vacancies for various technical and driving posts. These positions are distributed across different trades for Technician-B and specialized driving roles, with specific horizontal reservations for Ex-Servicemen and PwBD candidates. Here is the detailed category-wise vacancy breakdown for the ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026, as per the official notification:
| Post Code | Post Name / Trade | Total Vacancies | Unreserved (UR) | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
| 01 | Technician-B (Electronics / Power / Instrument / Industrial) | 24 | 16 | 02 | 0 | 01 | 05 |
| 02 | Technician-B (Fitter) | 8 | 04 | 01 | 0 | 01 | 02 |
| 03 | Technician-B (Electrician) | 4 | 03 | 0 | 01 | 0 | 0 |
| 04 | Technician-B (Refrigeration & AC) | 5 | 03 | 0 | 01 | 0 | 01 |
| 05 | Technician-B (Turner) | 1 | 01 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 06 | Technician-B (Machinist) | 2 | 01 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 01 |
| 07 | Technician-B (Motor Vehicle Mechanic) | 1 | 01 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 08 | Technician-B (Electroplater) | 1 | 01 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 09 | Light Vehicle Driver-A | 3 | 02 | 0 | 01 | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | Staff Car Driver-A | 2 | 02 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 11 | Heavy Vehicle Driver-A | 10 | 06 | 02 | 01 | 0 | 01 |
(Note: Certain posts also include horizontal reservations for Ex-Servicemen and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities [PwBD], which are adjusted against the respective categories.)
ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026 Education Details
Detailed Educational & Experience Qualifications
| Post Name & Trade | Essential Educational Qualification & Experience |
Technician – B (Electronics, Fitter, Electrician, R&A/C, Turner, Machinist, Motor Vehicle Mechanic, Electroplater) | • Must have passed SSLC/SSC/Matriculation. • Must possess an ITI/NTC/NAC certificate in the respective trade from NCVT. |
| Light Vehicle Driver – A | • Must have passed SSLC/SSC/Matriculation or its equivalent. • Must possess a valid Driving License for light vehicles. • Requires 3 years of experience as a Light Vehicle Driver. |
| Staff Car Driver – A | • Must have passed SSLC/SSC/Matriculation or its equivalent. • Must possess a valid Driving License for light vehicles. • Requires 3 years of experience as a Light Vehicle Driver. |
| Heavy Vehicle Driver – A | • Must have passed SSLC/SSC/Matriculation or its equivalent. • Must possess a valid HVD license and Public Service Badge (if statutory). • Requires 5 years of total driving experience (out of which a minimum of 3 years must be as a Heavy Vehicle Driver and the balance period as a light motor vehicle driver). |
ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026 Salary
Technician-B: Pay Level 3, with approximate gross emoluments of ₹21,700/- per month plus admissible allowances.
Drivers (Heavy, Light, Staff Car): Pay Level 2, with approximate gross emoluments of ₹19,900/- per month plus admissible allowances.
ISRO URSC Application 2026 Age Limit
The minimum and maximum age limit for all posts is 18 to 35 years as of November 13, 2026.
Reserved category candidates are eligible for upper age limit relaxations (5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC) against reserved vacancies.
Selection Process
Screening: Initial shortlisting based on academic performance.
Written Test / Computer Based Test: Technician-B candidates will answer 80 MCQs in 1.5 hours. Driver candidates will answer 100 MCQs in 2 hours covering the Motor Vehicles Act, English, Arithmetic, and General Knowledge.
Skill Test: Shortlisted candidates will undergo a qualifying skill test (trade test for technicians, driving test for drivers).
Application Fee
All candidates must initially pay an application fee of ₹500/- via the Bharatkosh portal using online banking, debit/credit cards, or UPI.
Candidates who actually appear for the written test will receive a refund: ₹400/- for general candidates, and a full ₹500/- refund for exempted categories (Women, SC/ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen).
ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026 How to Apply
Visit the official ISRO or URSC website.
Complete the online registration to obtain an application registration number.
Fill out the application form with accurate personal, educational, and communication details.
Upload a recent white-background passport-size photograph and a clear image of your signature.
Upload scanned copies of required educational, experience, and category/disability certificates.
Pay the initial ₹500/- application fee through the online payment gateway.
Submit the application and print the final confirmation page for your records.
Official Links
| ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Link | Click Here |
ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
Written Test (Computer-Based Test): The exam consists of 80 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) to be completed in 1.5 hours (90 minutes).
Marking Scheme: Candidates are awarded +1 mark for every correct answer, and -0.33 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer.
Skill Test: The skill test is strictly of qualifying nature and is conducted for 100 marks. Candidates will be shortlisted for the skill test in a 1:5 ratio based on their written test performance.
Pass Criteria
| Candidate Category | Written Test Minimum Qualifying Marks | Skill Test Minimum Qualifying Marks |
| Unreserved Candidates | 32 out of 80 marks | 50 out of 100 marks |
| Reserved Candidates (if the post is reserved) | 24 out of 80 marks | 40 out of 100 marks |
(Note: In the event of a tie in written test scores, candidates possessing a valid NAC score will be given preference over other candidates who do not possess an NAC score).
