Graduate Apprentice and Technician Apprentice
The Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), ISRO's premier space research centre, invites applications for the engagement of Graduate and Technician Apprentices for the training year 2026-27. This is a walk-in selection drive with a total of 460 vacancies. Eligible candidates with engineering degrees, diplomas, or bachelor's degrees in relevant disciplines can attend the drive.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | VSSC, ISRO |
| Post Names | Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 460 (273 Graduate + 187 Technician) |
| Application Mode | Walk-in Selection Drive (No online application) |
| Walk-in Date | 25th July 2026 (9:30 AM to 5:00 PM) |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship (1 Year) |
| Official Website | vssc.gov.in |
Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| 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 |
| Total | 273 |
| 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 |
| Total | 187 |
Kerala,
IN
Employment Type:CONTRACT (Apprenticeship)
Number of Vacancies:460
Educational Qualification:
- Graduate Apprentice (Engineering): Degree in relevant engineering discipline with not less than 65% marks or 6.84 CGPA.
- Graduate Apprentice (Hotel Management): First Class Degree (not less than 60% marks) in Hotel Management/Catering Technology.
- Graduate Apprentice (General Stream): Bachelor's degree (three-year duration) with not less than 60% marks or 6.32 CGPA.
- Technician Apprentice (Engineering Diploma): First Class Diploma in Engineering (three-year duration) from a State Board of Technical Education.
- Technician Apprentice (Commercial Practice): Diploma in Commercial Practice (three-year duration) with not less than 6.32 CGPA.
Experience:Not required. Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training or have one year or more of institutional experience are not eligible.
Skills:As per the relevant discipline.
Age Limit (as on 31.07.2026):
- Graduate Apprentice (UR): 28 years
- Technician Apprentice (Engg. Diploma - UR): 30 years
- Technician Apprentice (Commercial Practice - UR): 26 years
Age relaxation: OBC - 3 years; SC/ST - 5 years; PWBD - 10 years (in addition to category relaxation).
Stipend:
- Graduate Apprentice: ₹12,300 per month
- Technician Apprentice: ₹10,900 per month
Selection Procedure: Walk-in Selection Drive. Candidates are ranked on merit based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination after document verification. Induction depends on the candidate's position in the merit panel and vacancy availability.
Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned.
How to Attend the Walk-in Selection Drive
There is no online application. Candidates must attend the walk-in selection drive in person. Applications will not be accepted through any other means (postal, email, or online).
- Date & Time: 25 July 2026 (Saturday), from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Venue: Karthika Thirunal Govt V&GHSS for Girls, Manacaud, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
- Documents to Carry: Bring all original documents and self-attested copies of the following:
- Degree/Diploma Certificate (Provisional/Final)
- Consolidated Mark List
- SSLC/SSC/AISSE/ICSE Certificate (as Date of Birth proof)
- Experience Certificate (if any)
- One Passport-size Photograph
- Valid Community/Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates in the prescribed format)
- Disability Certificate (for PWBD candidates)
- Process: Report to the venue, undergo document scrutiny, collect and fill the application form on the spot, and submit it.
Important: Priority is given to candidates from the Southern Region (Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Puducherry). Candidates who completed their degree/diploma before April 2022 or are awaiting final year results are not eligible.
Important Dates
Notification Release Date: 17 July 2026
Walk-in Selection Drive Date: 25 July 2026 (9:30 AM to 5:00 PM)
Age Reckoning Date: 31 July 2026
Official Notification (PDF):
Download Official Notification (PDF)
Official Website:
https://www.vssc.gov.in
Key Instructions for Candidates
- CGPA Conversion: Conversion of CGPA to percentage is not permitted for eligibility. At least one criterion (CGPA or percentage as printed on the certificate) must independently meet the norm.
- Five-Year Window: Candidates who have completed five years from the month/year of passing as specified in the Degree/Diploma certificate are not eligible.
- Prior Apprenticeship/Experience: Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training, or who have one year or more of experience at any institution, are not eligible.
- NATS Registration: Selected candidates must register under a contract on the NATS 2.0 portal (www.nats.education.gov.in) immediately after induction.
- No Permanent Employment: Completion of the apprenticeship training does not confer any right to permanent employment at VSSC or any ISRO/Department of Space unit.
- Accommodation: Candidates must arrange their own accommodation during the training period.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Active Recruitments
| Job Name | Location | Last Date | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
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Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) Invites Application for 460 Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice Recruitment 2026
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Thiruvananthapuram | 25th July, 2026 | View Details |
Past/Expired Recruitments
| Job Details | Closing Date |
|---|---|
|
Research Scientist
( 02 Posts) Posts • VSSC, Thiruvananthapuram
|
12th January 2026 |
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Scientist / Engineer-SC
( 17 Posts) Posts • VSSC, Thiruvananthapuram
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6th October 2025 |
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Post Graduate Teacher (PGT)
( 01 Posts) Posts • VSSC, Thiruvananthapuram
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7th October 2025 |
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Light Vehicle Driver, Cook
( 29 Posts) Posts • VSSC, Thiruvananthapuram
|
8th October 2025 |
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Closing: Jul 27, 2026About vikram sarabhai space centre
Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) is the lead Centre of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) under the Department of Space (DOS), Government of India. The Centre is named in fond memory of Dr Vikram A Sarabhai, the great visionary and the father of Indian Space Programme. VSSC pioneers in rocket research and launch vehicle projects of ISRO. The Centre also pursues research and development activities in associated areas like propellants, solid propulsion technology, aerodynamics, aero structural and aero thermal fields, avionics, polymers and composites, guidance, control & simulation, computer and information, mechanical engineering, aerospace mechanisms, vehicle integration and testing, space ordnance, chemicals and materials. Systems reliability and quality assurance of all aspects of engineering and operations are studied and evaluated to the levels of perfection required in each field. Programme planning and evaluation, technology transfer and industrial coordination, indigenisation, human resources development, safety and personnel and general administration groups support the Centre for all its activities.
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