ISRO VSSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — 460 Posts, Walk-in on 25 Jul (Kerala)

Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), a premier centre of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) under the Department of Space, Government of India, has announced ISRO VSSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for 460 Graduate and Technician Apprentice posts. The direct selection drive (walk-in) is scheduled for 25 July 2026 at Karthika Thirunal Government VHSS for Girls, Manacaud, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. As of July 2026, this is one of the most prestigious apprenticeship opportunities in India's space research sector for engineering graduates and diploma holders. Selected VSSC apprentices will undergo one year of structured on-the-job training at ISRO's flagship facility in Thiruvananthapuram, gaining hands-on exposure in space vehicle development, propulsion systems, avionics, and advanced engineering projects. The ISRO VSSC Apprentice 2026 selection is purely merit-based on marks scored in the qualifying examination, with reservation norms applied. Results will be announced via the VSSC official website, Intranet Ashoka, and newspapers. The ISRO VSSC Apprentice 2026 walk-in drive is on 25 July 2026 at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. There is no application fee. Candidates must carry all original documents, self-attested photocopies, NAPS/NATS registration details, and Aadhaar card. Visit vssc.gov.in for the complete official notification PDF and instructions before attending.

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Civil, Chemical, Computer Science, Aerospace or equivalent engineering disciplines (Graduate Apprentice); OR 3-year Diploma in Engineering in relevant disciplines (Technician Apprentice); OR Hotel Management / Non-Engineering Graduation for specific posts. Must be registered on NAPS/NATS portal. Freshers and recent passouts preferred.

Age calculated as on 31 July 2026. As per Apprentices Act, 1961 and ISRO/VSSC norms. Relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD as per Govt. of India rules.

• B.E./B.Tech in relevant engineering disciplines (Graduate Apprentice) OR 3-year Diploma in Engineering (Technician Apprentice) OR Hotel Management/Non-Engineering Degree for specific posts from a recognized university
• Minimum prescribed marks in qualifying examination as per VSSC notification
• Age as on 31 July 2026 — as per Apprentices Act and ISRO norms; relaxation for reserved categories
• Must have valid NAPS/NATS (National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme) registration
• Candidates must not have completed a previous apprenticeship at any other organization

No Application Fee

Stipend as per Apprentices Act 1961: Graduate Apprentice — approximately ₹9,000 to ₹12,000 per month; Technician Apprentice — approximately ₹8,000 to ₹9,000 per month. One-year training contract at ISRO's premier space research centre.

1. Visit the official VSSC/ISRO website at vssc.gov.in and download the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification PDF
2. Register on the NAPS/NATS portal at apprenticeshipindia.org if not already registered
3. Check eligibility criteria carefully — qualification, age, marks, and discipline
4. Attend the Direct Selection Drive on 25 July 2026 at Karthika Thirunal Govt. VHSS for Girls, Manacaud, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
5. Carry all original documents — qualifying exam certificates, mark sheets, date of birth proof, NAPS/NATS registration number
6. Carry category certificate (if applicable), passport-size photographs, and Aadhaar card as identity proof
7. Selection is purely merit-based on qualifying exam marks — no written test at venue
8. Shortlisted candidates will be notified via vssc.gov.in and newspapers after the drive