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Whether you hold a 10th-grade pass certificate, an ITI trade certification, or a 3-year Engineering Diploma, this recruitment opens doors to prestigious permanent central government roles at LPSC's Valiamala (Thiruvananthapuram) and Bengaluru units. With initial pay scales going up to Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 Basic Pay) plus lucrative central allowances, this opportunity is too good to miss.

Read on for a complete step-by-step breakdown of vacancies, age criteria, salary structures, selection procedures, and direct online application links!

Notification Overview Table

Here is a quick snapshot of the key information regarding the ISRO LPSC Recruitment 2026:

Key Job Details

Age Limit

The critical cut-off date for calculating the age limit is September 4, 2026.

• Technical Assistant / Technician 'B' / Draughtsman 'B': Minimum 18 years, Maximum 35 years (Unreserved/EWS).
• Fireman 'A': Minimum 18 years, Maximum 25 years (Unreserved/EWS).

Category-wise Upper Age Relaxation (Government Rules):

• OBC Candidates: Relaxed by 3 Years (Up to 38 years for Technical/Technician; 28 years for Fireman).
• SC / ST Candidates: Relaxed by 5 Years (Up to 40 years for Technical/Technician; 30 years for Fireman).
• PwBD Candidates: Relaxed by 10 Years (Up to 45 years).
• Ex-Servicemen: Age relaxation applicable as per central government norms.

Educational Qualification

The qualification criteria vary according to the post code applied for:

• Technical Assistant (Mechanical): First-class 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized State Board/University.
• Technical Assistant (Chemical): First-class 3-year Diploma in Chemical Engineering from a recognized State Board/University.
• Technician 'B' (Fitter): SSLC/SSC/10th Pass + ITI/NTC/NAC certificate in Fitter Trade issued by NCVT.
• Technician 'B' (Electronic Mechanic): SSLC/SSC/10th Pass + ITI/NTC/NAC certificate in Electronic Mechanic Trade issued by NCVT.
• Draughtsman 'B' (Mechanical): SSLC/SSC/10th Pass + ITI/NTC/NAC certificate in Draughtsman (Mechanical) Trade issued by NCVT.
• Fireman 'A': SSLC/SSC/10th Pass with fulfillment of prescribed physical efficiency standards and medical norms.

Salary & Pay Scale

All recruited employees will receive 7th CPC Pay Scale Matrix along with standard Central Government allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and National Pension System (NPS) coverage.

• Technical Assistant (Level 7): Pay Scale ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Gross Starting Salary: ~₹75,000+ / month).
• Technician 'B' / Draughtsman 'B' (Level 3): Pay Scale ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Gross Starting Salary: ~₹50,000+ / month).
• Fireman 'A' (Level 2): Pay Scale ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Gross Starting Salary: ~₹45,000+ / month).

Selection Process

The recruitment strategy is designed to test domain expertise, technical ability, and physical readiness:

For Technical Assistant, Technician 'B', and Draughtsman 'B' Posts:

1. Written Test: 90-minute examination consisting of 80 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). Each correct answer awards 1 mark, with a negative marking of 0.33 marks per wrong answer.
2. Skill Test: Candidates are shortlisted in a 1:5 ratio based on written test marks. The Skill Test is purely Go/No-Go (Qualifying in nature).
3. Document Verification: Verification of original academic, age, and caste certificates.
4. Medical Examination: Final medical assessment before empanelment.

For Fireman 'A' Post:

1. Written Test: 120-minute examination consisting of 80 MCQs (covering Basic Chemistry, flammable liquids, LPG properties, and safety rules). Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies.
2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates meeting Preliminary Medical Examination (PME) norms are called in a 1:50 ratio for Stage-1 and Stage-2 PET events (Qualifying in nature).
3. Detailed Medical Examination (DME): Comprehensive medical verification conducted by authorized board doctors.

Important Dates

How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)

Follow these steps carefully to ensure your online submission is error-free:

1. Visit the Official Portal: Navigate to the LPSC Recruitment portal at www.lpsc.gov.in.
2. New Registration: Select Advertisement No. LPSC/02/2026 and complete the online registration using your active Email ID and Mobile Number.
3. Fill Application Form: Select the post code you are applying for and fill in personal details, educational qualifications, address, and category selection.
4. Upload Scanned Documents:
   • Photograph: Important Application Tip:
   • "While filling out the online application form, please make sure that your passport-size photograph's file size is strictly under 40 KB. Based on practical experience, if the photo exceeds 40 KB, the system will throw an error and you won't be able to submit the application successfully. Double-check your file size before uploading! If your image size is larger, you can easily compress or resize it using free online image resizer tools before attaching it."
   • Signature & Certificates: Upload educational marksheets, ITI/Diploma certificates, and Caste/Category certificates in prescribed dimensions.
5. Fee Payment:
   • For Post Codes 813 & 814 (Technical Assistant): Initial fee of ₹750. (Full ₹750 refunded for Female/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen upon attending the written exam; ₹500 refunded for others).
   • For Post Codes 802, 815, 816 & 817 (Technician/Draughtsman/Fireman): Initial fee of ₹500. (Full ₹500 refunded for fee-exempted categories; ₹400 refunded for general/OBC candidates upon appearing for the test).
6. Final Submission: Cross-check all entered information, hit Submit, and download/print the generated confirmation application form for future reference.

Important Direct Links

💡 Note: Verify all eligibility parameters and guidelines before submitting your details online. Ensure payment is completed before September 7, 2026.

• 📄 Official Notification PDF: Download LPSC Notification 02/2026 PDF
• 🌐 Online Application Portal: Apply Online Here - LPSC Direct Portal
• 🏛️ Official Website: Visit Official ISRO LPSC Webpage

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ISRO LPSC Recruitment 2026 released for 19 Technical Assistant, Technician, Draughtsman & Fireman posts! Check eligibility, pay scale up to Level 7, and apply online before September 4, 2026.