Short Detail:
ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC) has released the recruitment notice for Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’ and Fireman ‘A’ Recruitment 2026 with 22 posts. The last date to complete the online form and fee payment is 05 October 2026. The application opening date is 15/09/2026. Applicants should match the correct post code with their education, age and experience. Fireman candidates must also meet the physical, medical and PET conditions explained below.
ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Department of Space
IPRC Technical Assistant, Technician, Cook and Fireman Recruitment 2026
Advt No.: IPRC/RMT/2026/01
Important Dates
- Advertisement Date: 12/09/2026
- Form Start Date: Not Available
- Form Last Date: 05/10/2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: 05/10/2026
- Form Correction Date: N/A
- Admit Card Date: Not Available
- Exam Date: Not Available
Application Fees
- Technical Assistant (Codes 60–62): ₹750/-
- Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’ and Fireman ‘A’: ₹500/-
- Payment can be made through the SBI e-Payment gateway using Net Banking, cards or UPI.
ISRO IPRC Various Posts 2026 Age Limit
As On Date: 05/10/2026
| Post Group | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’ and Cook ‘A’ | 18 Years | 35 Years |
| Fireman ‘A’ | 18 Years | 25 Years |
Max Age With Relaxation
| Category | TA / Technician / Cook | Fireman |
|---|---|---|
| SC / ST | 40 Years* | 30 Years* |
| OBC | 38 Years* | 28 Years* |
| Ex-SM, PwBD, Govt Employees and Other Eligible Groups | As allowed under Government of India orders | |
*The category relaxation applies when the post is reserved for that category.
ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 22
| Code | Post / Discipline | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | Technical Assistant – Automobile Engineering | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 61 | Technical Assistant – Mechanical | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 62 | Technical Assistant – Electronics & Communication | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 63 | Technician ‘B’ – Turner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 64 | Technician ‘B’ – Fitter | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4* |
| 65 | Technician ‘B’ – Welder | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 66 | Technician ‘B’ – Machinist | Break-up not available in the supplied summary | Included in total | ||||
| 67–68 | Technician ‘B’ – Other Trades | Break-up not available in the supplied summary | Included in total | ||||
| 70 | Cook ‘A’ | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 71 | Fireman ‘A’ | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3* |
Eligibility Details
| Position | Eligibility / Qualification |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant – Automobile | Candidates must hold a First-Class Diploma in Automobile Engineering. |
| Technical Assistant – Mechanical | Applicants should possess a First-Class Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Production Engineering. |
| Technical Assistant – Electronics | A First-Class Diploma in Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, or Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering is required. |
| Technician ‘B’ – Turner, Fitter, Welder & Machinist | Candidates should have passed Class 10 and completed ITI training in the relevant trade, along with an NTC or NAC certificate issued by NCVT. |
| Technician ‘B’ – Other Trades | Applicants must have Class 10 qualification, an ITI certificate in the applicable trade, and NTC or NAC certification from NCVT. |
| Cook ‘A’ | Candidates must have passed Class 10 and possess at least five years of cooking experience in a recognized hotel or canteen. |
| Fireman ‘A’ | Applicants should have passed Class 10, meet the required physical fitness standards, and hold a valid Preliminary Medical Examination (PME) certificate. |
Fireman ‘A’ Physical Eligibility
| Standard | Men – General | Men – Gorkha / Hill Tribe / SC / ST | Women / Transgender |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Height | 165 cm | 160 cm | 155 cm |
| Minimum Weight | 50 kg | 46 kg | 43 kg |
| Chest – Expiration | 81 cm | 76 cm | Not Applicable |
| Chest – Inspiration | 86 cm | 81 cm | Not Applicable |
| Required Expansion | 5 cm | 5 cm | Not Applicable |
| BMI | 18–28 | 18–28 | 18–28 |
| Waist-to-Hip Ratio | Maximum 1 | Maximum 1 | Maximum 1 |
Fireman ‘A’ Physical Efficiency Test
| Event | Condition |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting | Written-test qualifiers meeting PME conditions are called in a 1:50 ratio. |
| PET Result | Qualifying only; GO / NO-GO. |
| Long Jump | 3.8 m, 3.5 m or 3.2 m according to the applicable group. Best of three attempts. |
| 100 Metre Run | 15, 17 or 19 seconds according to the applicable group. One attempt; spike shoes are not allowed. |
| Loaded Carry | 25 metres within the applicable 60, 75 or 90 seconds. |
IPRC Various Posts: Salary Details
| Post Group | Pay Level | Basic Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | Level 07 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Technician ‘B’ | Level 03 | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Cook ‘A’ | Level 02 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Fireman ‘A’ | Level 02 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
Eligible staff receive applicable allowances and benefits such as DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, NPS, medical facilities, canteen support and LTC. A selected Fireman must stay in the Essential Staff Quarters at IPRC.
Important Links
| Online Application | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
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ISRO IPRC Various Posts Recruitment 2026: Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection Stages
Every applicant first takes the written test. The next qualifying stage depends on the selected post.
| Post Group | Required Stages |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’ and Cook ‘A’ | Written Test followed by Skill Test |
| Fireman ‘A’ | Written Test, PET / Skill Test and Detailed Medical Examination |
Written Test Scheme
The written examination is conducted offline at Tirunelveli and Chennai using an OMR answer sheet.
| Item | Exam Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 100 MCQs |
| Test Time | 120 Minutes |
| Correct Response | 1 Mark |
| Wrong Response | 0.25 Mark Deduction |
| Reserved-Category Standard | 24 marks out of 80 when the post is reserved for that category |
Language of Paper
- Technical Assistant question papers are available in English and Hindi.
- Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’ and Fireman ‘A’ papers are available in Tamil, Hindi and English.
Skill Test and Final Merit
The skill test has 100 marks and is qualifying only. Technical Assistant and Technician ‘B’ need at least 50 marks. Cook ‘A’ needs at least 60 marks. Skill-test marks do not increase the final score.
- Final merit uses written-test marks of candidates who qualify the required skill stage.
- If written-test marks are tied, marks in the prescribed academic qualification are considered.
Syllabus Summary
| Post | Subjects |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant / Technician ‘B’ | Questions from the relevant Diploma or ITI course and trade syllabus. |
| Cook ‘A’ | Cooking, kitchen tools, General Knowledge, General English and Class 10 Arithmetic. |
| Fireman ‘A’ | Basic chemistry, flammable liquids and gases, LPG, pressure-volume-temperature relation, area and volume, water and gases, electrical risks, Arithmetic, English, General Knowledge and Current Affairs. |
How to Apply for ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026
Keep the required certificates ready before starting the form. Select the post code only after checking its education, experience and age rules.
- Open the IPRC online recruitment portal and find Advertisement IPRC/RMT/2026/01. or simple use link given in important link section
- Register with the requested personal and contact information.
- Choose the correct post code and upload the relevant certificates. Fireman candidates must include a valid PME certificate.
- Pay the applicable fee through SBI e-Payment and review every entry.
- Submit the form by 05/10/2026 and download the completed application.
ISRO IPRC Various Posts Recruitment 2026: FAQS
What is the closing date for ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must finish the online form and fee payment by 05 October 2026. The supplied details do not confirm the application opening date, so check the live form status before applying.
How many posts are announced in ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment has 22 posts across Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’ and Fireman ‘A’. The positions are divided among engineering disciplines and technical trades.
Who can apply for ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026?
The required education depends on the post. Technical Assistant needs a first-class engineering diploma. Technician needs Class 10 with the relevant ITI qualification. Cook requires five years of experience, while Fireman must pass the stated physical and medical checks.
What fee must be paid for ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026?
Technical Assistant candidates must pay ₹750. The fee for Technician ‘B’, Cook ‘A’ and Fireman ‘A’ is ₹500. Refunds are processed under the stated rules only for candidates who attend the written examination.
What is the maximum age for ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026?
The upper age is 35 years for Technical Assistant, Technician ‘B’ and Cook ‘A’. It is 25 years for Fireman ‘A’. Age is calculated on 05 October 2026, with relaxation for eligible categories.
How is the ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026 written test conducted?
The examination is held offline on an OMR sheet. It contains 100 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 120 minutes. A correct response earns one mark and a wrong response deducts 0.25 mark.
How is final merit made for ISRO IPRC Recruitment 2026?
Final merit is based on written-test marks among candidates who clear the required skill test. Fireman candidates must also qualify in the physical efficiency and detailed medical stages.