ISRO VSSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Walk-in Interview for 460 Posts
Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) — Department of Space
📅 Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) Graduate Apprentice & Technician Apprentice Important Dates
| Application Start | 17 Jul 2026 |
|---|---|
| Interview Date | 25 Jul 2026 |
📋 Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) Graduate Apprentice & Technician Apprentice Eligibility & Overview
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice & Technician Apprentice |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 460 |
| Qualification | Engineering Degree, Hotel Management Degree, General Degree, or Engineering Diploma |
| Age Limit | 28-35 years (varies by category, check official notification for details) |
| Salary | Rs. 10,900 - Rs. 12,300 per month |
| Application Fee | NIL |
| Selection Process | Walk-in selection drive based on merit and document verification. |
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Prescribed Age: 28–35 Years (As on 02 Sep 2026)
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📝 Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) Graduate Apprentice & Technician Apprentice Detailed Notification Guide
Overview of VSSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), Thiruvananthapuram, a major centre of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has announced the recruitment of Apprentice Trainees for the 2026-27 training period. The centre is filling 460 positions through a direct walk-in selection drive, with no prior online application required.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Stipend (Monthly) |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 273 | Rs. 12,300 |
| Technician Apprentice | 187 | Rs. 10,900 |
Eligibility Criteria for VSSC Apprentices
Candidates must hold the relevant degree or diploma from a recognized university or state board. Key eligibility conditions include:
- Graduate Apprentices: Engineering degree in the respective discipline with at least 65% marks (or 6.84 CGPA). Non-engineering graduates require 60% marks.
- Technician Apprentices: First-class diploma in the respective engineering discipline or commercial practice.
- Exclusions: Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training or possess more than one year of work experience are ineligible. Only those who passed their qualifying examination within the last five years are eligible to apply.
Selection and Documentation
Selection is based entirely on a walk-in interview/document verification process scheduled for 25 July 2026 at Karthika Thirunal Govt V&GHSS for Girls, Manacaud, Thiruvananthapuram. Reporting time is between 9:30 AM and 5:00 PM.
Candidates must carry the following documents in original along with one set of self-attested photocopies:
- Degree/Diploma certificate (Provisional or Final)
- Consolidated mark lists
- SSLC/SSC certificate as proof of birth date
- Valid category/caste certificates (OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, or PWBD)
- One passport-size photograph
Practical Application Advice
Ensure your OBC-NCL certificate is issued in the standard Government of India format by a Tahsildar. Note that CGPA-to-percentage conversion formulas are not accepted; your document must independently meet the minimum percentage criteria mentioned in the notification.
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