U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), Bengaluru has opened a fresh ISRO recruitment for 61 Technician-B and driver vacancies under Advertisement No. URSC:04:2026 dated 24 October 2026. Online applications opened on 24 October and will remain available until 13 November 2026. The recruitment includes 46 Technician-B posts across electronics, fitter, electrician, refrigeration and air-conditioning, turner, machinist, motor vehicle mechanic and electroplater trades, together with 15 driver posts covering Heavy Vehicle Driver-A, Light Vehicle Driver-A and Staff Car Driver-A. Some notified vacancies are identified for Master Control Facility (MCF), Hassan.
At a basic level, Technician-B applicants need Matriculation/SSLC/SSC with the relevant NCVT-recognised ITI/NTC/NAC trade qualification. Driver posts require Matriculation or equivalent along with the prescribed valid driving licence and driving experience for the selected category. The notified age band is 18 to 35 years as on 13 November 2026, with applicable relaxation under Government of India rules. Technician-B posts are at Pay Level 3, while the driver posts are at Pay Level 2. Selection is through a written/computer-based test followed by the relevant skill test, including driving tests for driver posts.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), ISRO |
| Advertisement No. | URSC:04:2026 |
| Advertisement date | 24 October 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 61 |
| Posts | Technician-B, Heavy Vehicle Driver-A, Light Vehicle Driver-A, Staff Car Driver-A |
| Application mode | Online |
| Opening date | 24 October 2026 |
| Last date | 13 November 2026 |
| Fee-payment deadline | 13 November 2026 |
| Main location | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| Additional identified vacancies | Master Control Facility, Hassan, for specified posts |
Vacancy Details
| Post / Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Technician-B — Electronics Mechanic / allied electronics trades | 24 |
| Technician-B — Fitter | 8 |
| Technician-B — Electrician | 4 |
| Technician-B — Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning | 5 |
| Technician-B — Turner | 1 |
| Technician-B — Machinist | 2 |
| Technician-B — Motor Vehicle Mechanic | 1 |
| Technician-B — Electroplater | 1 |
| Light Vehicle Driver-A | 3 |
| Staff Car Driver-A | 2 |
| Heavy Vehicle Driver-A | 10 |
| Total | 61 |
Basic Qualification
For Technician-B, the basic requirement is Matriculation/SSLC/SSC plus the relevant NCVT-recognised ITI/NTC/NAC trade qualification.
For driver posts, candidates need Matriculation or equivalent, the required valid driving licence and the prescribed driving experience for the selected post.
Candidates should check the exact post code and trade/licence requirement in the official advertisement before applying.
Age Limit
The notified age range is 18 to 35 years as on 13 November 2026.
Relaxation is available to eligible categories under Government of India rules.
Pay Level
| Post group | Pay level | Basic pay |
|---|---|---|
| Technician-B | Level 3 | ₹21,700/month + admissible allowances |
| Driver posts | Level 2 | ₹19,900/month + admissible allowances |
Because the recruitment combines two pay levels, one single salary amount would not accurately represent all 61 vacancies.
Application Fee
The non-refundable application fee is ₹100 per application, but candidates initially pay ₹500 online. For candidates who appear in the written test, ₹400 is refunded after deduction of the application fee.
Women, SC, ST, PwBD and ex-servicemen candidates are fee-exempt; the full amount paid is refunded to eligible exempt candidates who appear in the written test, as described in the official notification.
Selection Process
Selection includes:
- Written test / computer-based test.
- Skill test for shortlisted candidates.
- Driving test for the driver posts.
- Document verification and other recruitment formalities.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 24 October 2026 |
| Online application starts | 24 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 13 November 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 13 November 2026 |
| Crucial date for eligibility | 13 November 2026 |
How to Apply for ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026
- Read the official URSC Advertisement No. 04/2026 and identify the correct post code or trade.
- Use Regal Naukri’s Eligibility Pre-check and Age Calculator for a preliminary check; the ISRO advertisement remains final.
- Keep Matriculation, ITI/NTC/NAC, driving-licence, experience and category documents ready as applicable. Regal Naukri’s Government Job Document Checklist can help organise them.
- Open the official URSC online application portal and register for the chosen post.
- Complete the form carefully and upload the requested documents.
- Pay the applicable amount through the notified online payment route.
- Submit the application by 13 November 2026 and retain the final acknowledgement.
- Before submitting, review Regal Naukri’s Documents Required for Government Jobs guide.
Documents to Keep Ready
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Matriculation / SSLC / SSC certificate | Basic education and date-of-birth verification |
| ITI / NTC / NAC certificate | Technician-B trade eligibility |
| Valid driving licence | Driver-post eligibility |
| Driving experience certificates | Driver-post experience verification |
| Category certificate, if applicable | Reservation / age-relaxation claim |
| PwBD / Ex-servicemen documents, if applicable | Applicable reservation or fee treatment |
| Photograph and signature | Online application |
| Identity proof | Candidate verification |
Important Candidate Notes
- The 61 vacancies are spread across URSC Bengaluru and specified posts identified for MCF Hassan.
- Technician-B and driver posts have different qualification and skill-test requirements.
- Driving experience for driver posts must satisfy the conditions in the official advertisement.
- Candidates should choose the exact post code carefully before paying the application amount.
- Recruitment updates should be checked only on the official ISRO/URSC pages.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official recruitment page | ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026 |
| Official advertisement PDF | URSC Advertisement No. 04/2026 |
| Apply online | URSC Online Application Portal |
FAQ
How many vacancies are available?
There are 61 vacancies across Technician-B and three driver categories.
How many Technician-B posts are available?
There are 46 Technician-B vacancies across eight trades.
How many driver vacancies are available?
There are 15 driver vacancies: 10 Heavy Vehicle Driver-A, 3 Light Vehicle Driver-A and 2 Staff Car Driver-A.
What is the last date to apply?
The online application closes on 13 November 2026.
What is the basic qualification for Technician-B?
Candidates need Matriculation/SSLC/SSC plus the relevant NCVT-recognised ITI/NTC/NAC trade qualification.
What is the age limit?
The basic age range is 18 to 35 years as on 13 November 2026, with applicable relaxation.
What is the pay level?
Technician-B is at Pay Level 3, while the driver posts are at Pay Level 2.
How will candidates be selected?
Selection is through a written/computer-based test followed by the relevant skill test, including driving tests for driver posts.