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ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 61 Technician-B & Driver Vacancies

Advt No: URSC:04:2026•U.R. Rao Satellite Centre

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⏳ 21 Days Left to Apply
100% Official
Total Vacancies
URSC

61

Technician-B (Electronic Mechanic / Technician Power Electronic Systems), Technician-B (Fitter), Technician-B (Electrical)

Min Qualification
Age Limit & Cut-off

18 – 35 Yrs

as on 13 Nov 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹19,900–₹69,100

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U.R. Rao Satellite Centre (Advt No: URSC:04:2026)

About this Recruitment

The U.R. Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), Bengaluru, an apex research and satellite development centre of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space, has officially published recruitment notification URSC:04:2026 for 61 permanent technical vacancies. Positions include 46 Technician-B posts across Electronic Mechanic (22), Fitter (12), Electrical (6), Machinist (4), and Welder (2), alongside 15 Driver posts carrying Pay Level 3 (Basic ₹21,700) and Pay Level 2 (Basic ₹19,900). Candidates with SSLC/10th Pass plus ITI/NTC/NAC trade certificates aged 18 to 35 years as of 13 November 2026 are eligible to apply online at ursc.gov.in from 24 October 2026 (05:00 PM) to 13 November 2026. The selection process comprises a Computer Based Written Test followed by a qualifying Skill Test.

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • Premier technical recruitment for 61 permanent positions in ISRO Satellite Centre, Bengaluru.
  • Major openings include 22 Electronic Mechanic, 12 Fitter, 6 Electrical, and 15 Driver posts.
  • Pay Matrix Level 3 (Basic ₹21,700) with starting in-hand salary of ~₹37,500 to ₹40,500 in Bengaluru Metro (Class X).
  • Application fee is ₹500 for all; ₹400 refunded to UR/OBC and full ₹500 refunded to SC/ST/PwBD/Female upon test attendance.
  • Selection based strictly on Computer Based Test (CBT) score, with Skill Test being purely qualifying in nature.
  • Online registration active from 24 October 2026 (5:00 PM) to 13 November 2026 on ursc.gov.in.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

18 Years

Maximum Age

35 Years

* Age calculated as on: 13 November 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer): +3 Years
Scheduled Castes (SC) / Scheduled Tribes (ST): +5 Years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): +10 Years
Ex-Servicemen (ESM): +3 Years

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Educational Eligibility: ITI, TENTH PASS

Important Dates & Timeline

1

Notification Released

23 October 2026

2

Application Start Date

24 October 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

13 November 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Technician-B (Electronic Mechanic / Technician Power Electronic Systems)22 ITI
Technician-B (Fitter)12 ITI
Technician-B (Electrical)6 ITI
Technician-B (Machinist)4 ITI
Technician-B (Welder)2 ITI
Light Vehicle Driver-A (LVD-A)7 TENTH PASS
Heavy Vehicle Driver-A (HVD-A)6 TENTH PASS
Staff Car Driver-A2 TENTH PASS
Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: Pay Level 3 (Basic ₹21,700) for Technician-B and Pay Level 2 (Basic ₹19,900) for Driver posts, with 50% DA, 30% HRA (Bengaluru Metro Class X), Transport Allowance, and CHSS Medical Scheme

Official Pay Scale

₹21,700 - ₹69,100 (Technician-B) / ₹19,900 - ₹63,200 (Driver)

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):
Ministry of Finance City Classification
Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)
Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Tier Y
Basic Pay₹21,700
Dearness Allowance (DA)50%
₹10,850
House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%
₹3,906
Transport Allowance (TA)₹1,350
Gross Monthly Salary₹37,806
Standard Deductions
Statutory
National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)
-₹3,255
CGHS / Health Insurance-₹250
Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60
Total Deductions-₹3,565
Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹34,241

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹4.54 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker

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Stage 1: Computer Based Written Examination (CBT)

Exam Mode: Computer Based Objective Multiple Choice Test

90 Minutes
Total Marks: 80
Negative Marking: 0.33 marks deducted for each wrong response
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax Marks
NCVT Core Trade Theory (Electronic Mechanic / Fitter / Electrical / Machinist / Welder)6060
Workshop Calculation, Science & Engineering Drawing1010
Basic Technical Aptitude & Logical Reasoning1010

Interactive Syllabus & Topic Study Tracker

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Electronic Mechanic Trade Theory

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Fitter Trade Theory

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Workshop Calculation & Science

0 / 5 done

General Technical Aptitude & Reasoning

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Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

1

Visit the official website of URSC at https://www.ursc.gov.in or https://www.isro.gov.in.

2

Navigate to 'Careers' and click on 'Advt. No. URSC:04:2026: Recruitment of Technician-B and Drivers'.

3

Click on 'Apply Online' and register your basic profile with Name, Date of Birth, Email ID, and Mobile Number.

4

Select the specific post code and trade: Technician-B (Electronics, Fitter, Electrical, Machinist, Welder) or Driver.

5

Fill in personal details, communication address, category, and Class 10th and ITI/NTC/NAC marks percentage.

6

Upload a recent passport color photograph (30 KB to 50 KB, JPEG) against a plain light background.

7

Upload your scanned signature (10 KB to 20 KB, JPEG) signed with black/blue ink on white paper.

8

Pay the non-refundable processing fee of ₹500 online using SBI e-Pay (Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI).

9

Preview the completed form, submit the application before 13 November 2026 (11:55 PM), and download the confirmation printout.

Document Upload Specifications
Verified Official Format

Color Passport Size Photograph

30 KB to 50 KB, JPEG format, 3.5cm x 4.5cm, clear white/light background, taken within last 3 months

Scanned Clear Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPEG format, on plain white paper with black/blue ink

Class 10th (SSLC / Matriculation) Marksheet & Certificate

100 KB to 300 KB, clear readable PDF format indicating Date of Birth

ITI / NTC / NAC National Trade Certificate in Notified Trade

100 KB to 300 KB, PDF format issued by NCVT / SCVT

Caste / Category Certificate (OBC-NCL / SC / ST / EWS)

100 KB to 300 KB, PDF format in Central Government prescribed format

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Application Fee Details

General / OBC / EWS Male Candidates (₹400 refunded after appearing in Written Test)₹500
SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Ex-Servicemen (₹500 refunded after appearing in Written Test)₹500

Payment Modes: Online SBI e-Pay Gateway (Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI)

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: Computer Based Written Test (CBT — 80 Objective Multiple Choice Questions, 80 Marks, 90 Minutes, 0.33 Negative Marking covering NCVT Trade Theory and Basic Mathematics)
2
Stage 2: Skill Test / Practical Trade Test (Purely qualifying in nature, 100 Marks with minimum 60% qualifying score for UR/EWS and 50% for reserved categories)
3
Stage 3: Document Verification (DV) & Biometric Identity Authentication at URSC Campus, Bengaluru
4
Stage 4: Pre-Employment Medical Examination by ISRO Authorized Medical Board according to Central Government Technical Service Standards

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total number of vacancies in ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026?

A total of 61 vacancies have been advertised under Advt No. URSC:04:2026: 46 Technician-B posts (Electronic Mechanic 22, Fitter 12, Electrical 6, Machinist 4, Welder 2) and 15 Driver posts (LVD-A 7, HVD-A 6, Staff Car Driver 2).

What is the educational qualification required for ISRO URSC Technician-B?

Candidates must have passed SSLC/Matriculation/Class 10th plus ITI/NTC/NAC in the respective notified trade (Electronic Mechanic, Fitter, Electrical, Machinist, Welder) from an NCVT or SCVT recognized institute.

What is the age limit for ISRO URSC Technician-B and Driver posts?

The age limit is 18 to 35 years as of the closing date (13 November 2026). Permissible upper age relaxation is 3 years for OBC (up to 38 years), 5 years for SC/ST (up to 40 years), and 10 years for PwBD candidates.

What is the application fee and refund policy for ISRO URSC?

All candidates initially pay ₹500 processing fee online. General, OBC, and EWS candidates who appear in the written test receive a refund of ₹400 (after deducting bank charges). Female, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates receive a full refund of ₹500 upon attending the written examination.

What is the monthly in-hand salary for Technician-B at ISRO Bengaluru?

Technician-B carries Pay Matrix Level 3 with a starting Basic Pay of ₹21,700. With 50% Dearness Allowance (₹10,850), 30% HRA for Bengaluru Class X metro (₹6,510), and Transport Allowance, the gross monthly salary is approximately ₹41,500 to ₹44,500, yielding an in-hand take-home of ₹37,500 to ₹40,500.

What is the written examination pattern for ISRO URSC Technician-B?

The Computer Based Test (CBT) consists of 80 multiple-choice questions for 80 marks with a duration of 90 minutes. Questions are based purely on NCVT trade syllabus theory and core practical concepts. There is a negative marking of 0.33 marks (1/3rd) for each incorrect response.

How is the final merit list prepared for ISRO Technician-B?

The final selection is made strictly based on the marks scored in the 80-mark written test (CBT), among candidates who qualify the 100-mark Skill Test (minimum 60% for UR/EWS and 50% for reserved categories). Skill test marks are not added to the final merit score.

What are the requirements for Driver posts in ISRO URSC?

Candidates must have passed Class 10th, possess a valid LMV or HMV driving license with badge (if required), and have at least 3 years (for LVD/Staff Car) or 5 years (for HVD) of driving experience, along with satisfying physical fitness and vision criteria.

Can diploma or degree engineers apply for Technician-B posts?

As per ISRO recruitment guidelines, candidates possessing higher qualifications (such as Diploma in Engineering or B.E./B.Tech) without possessing the basic ITI/NTC/NAC qualification in the notified trade are not eligible for Technician-B posts.

How to apply online for ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026?

Visit the official portal at www.ursc.gov.in, navigate to Careers > Advt. No. URSC:04:2026, click on Online Registration, enter personal and trade details, upload photograph and signature, pay the ₹500 fee online via SBI Collect, and submit the application before 13 November 2026.

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Last Date to Apply

13 November 2026

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