URSC Technician B Recruitment 2026 is now open for 61 posts at the U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), ISRO, Bengaluru. Advertisement No. URSC:04:2026 covers 46 Technician-B posts in eight ITI trades and 15 driver posts. The online form opens on 24 October 2026 at 5:00 PM and closes on 13 November 2026 at 11:55 PM. This guide explains the vacancies, eligibility, fee, selection process and the steps to apply.
URSC Technician B Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), ISRO, Department of Space |
| Advertisement No. | URSC:04:2026 (dated 24 October 2026) |
| Posts | Technician-B, Light Vehicle Driver-A, Staff Car Driver-A, Heavy Vehicle Driver-A |
| Total vacancies | 61 |
| Pay | Level 3 (Technician-B) and Level 2 (Drivers) |
| Location | Bengaluru (some posts identified for MCF Hassan and Department of Space) |
| Apply mode | Online only |
| Official website | isro.gov.in |
Important Dates
Note these dates first. The closing date is also the crucial date for age and qualification.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 24 October 2026 |
| Online application starts | 24 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last date to apply | 13 November 2026, 11:55 PM |
| Last date for fee payment | 13 November 2026 |
| Crucial date of eligibility | 13 November 2026 |
| Written test and skill test | To be announced (hall ticket by email) |
Application Fee
Every candidate first pays ₹500 per application. However, the actual non-refundable fee is only ₹100. URSC refunds the rest to candidates who appear in the written test.
| Category | Paid at first | Refund after written test |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (men) | ₹500 | ₹400 |
| Women, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen | ₹500 | Full ₹500 |
Pay only through the Bharatkosh payment gateway by net banking, debit card, credit card or UPI. Cash, cheque and demand draft are not accepted. Also, there is no refund if you skip the written test.
Age Limit (as on 13 November 2026)
- All posts: 18 to 35 years.
- SC/ST: 5 years relaxation, against reserved vacancies only.
- OBC: 3 years relaxation, against reserved vacancies only.
- PwBD: 3 years relaxation.
- Ex-Servicemen, Central Government servants, meritorious sportspersons and eligible widowed or divorced women get relaxation as per Government of India orders.
There is no age relaxation against unreserved (UR) vacancies.
URSC Technician B Vacancy Details 2026
| Code | Post / Trade | Posts | Category split |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Technician-B: Electronics Mechanic and allied electronics trades | 24 | UR-16, ST-01, OBC-02, EWS-05 |
| 02 | Technician-B: Fitter | 8 | UR-04, ST-01, OBC-01, EWS-02 |
| 03 | Technician-B: Electrician | 4 | UR-03, SC-01 |
| 04 | Technician-B: Refrigeration and Air Conditioning | 5 | UR-03, SC-01, EWS-01 |
| 05 | Technician-B: Turner | 1 | UR-01 |
| 06 | Technician-B: Machinist | 2 | UR-01, EWS-01 |
| 07 | Technician-B: Motor Vehicle Mechanic | 1 | UR-01 |
| 08 | Technician-B: Electroplater | 1 | UR-01 |
| 09 | Light Vehicle Driver-A | 3 | UR-02, SC-01 |
| 10 | Staff Car Driver-A | 2 | UR-02 |
| 11 | Heavy Vehicle Driver-A | 10 | UR-06, OBC-02, SC-01, EWS-01 |
| Total | 61 | ||
Code 01 covers Electronics Mechanic, Technician Power Electronics Systems, Mechanic Consumer Electronics Appliances, Instrument Mechanic and Mechanic Industrial Electronics. In addition, 21 Technician-B posts and 8 driver posts are reserved for Ex-Servicemen. Some posts are also identified for PwBD candidates, so check the notice for your trade.
Eligibility Criteria
Technician-B (Codes 01 to 08)
You need SSLC/SSC/Matriculation plus an ITI/NTC/NAC from NCVT in the relevant trade.
Light Vehicle Driver-A and Staff Car Driver-A (Codes 09 and 10)
- SSLC/SSC/Matriculation or equivalent.
- 3 years of experience as a Light Vehicle Driver, gained after getting the licence.
- A valid light vehicle driving licence.
Heavy Vehicle Driver-A (Code 11)
- SSLC/SSC or equivalent.
- 5 years of driving experience, of which at least 3 years must be as a Heavy Vehicle Driver.
- A valid HVD licence and Public Service Badge, if statutory.
Experience certificates must come from government, semi-government bodies, registered companies, societies or trusts. Part-time experience does not count.
Selection Process
For Technician-B
- Written test: 80 MCQs in 1.5 hours. Each correct answer gets 1 mark, and each wrong answer loses 0.33.
- Pass marks: 32/80 for UR and 24/80 for reserved categories.
- Skill test: 100 marks. You need 50 (UR) or 40 (reserved) to pass.
- Candidates are shortlisted for the skill test in a 1:5 ratio, with a minimum of 10.
For Drivers
- Written test: 100 MCQs in 120 minutes, with 0.25 negative marking.
- Part A has 50 questions on the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. Parts B, C and D have English, arithmetic and general knowledge.
- You need 50% in Part A and 50% in Parts B, C and D combined.
- Driving skill test: 60 out of 100 to qualify, with no relaxation. Shortlisting is in a 1:10 ratio.
The written test may be held in Bengaluru or other cities. However, the skill test will be held in Bengaluru only.
Salary
| Post | Pay Level | Starting basic pay |
|---|---|---|
| Technician-B | Level 3 | ₹21,700 + allowances |
| LVD-A, Staff Car Driver-A, HVD-A | Level 2 | ₹19,900 + allowances |
Benefits include NPS or the Unified Pension Scheme, LTC, medical facilities and group insurance.
How to Apply for URSC Technician B Recruitment 2026
- First, open the URSC careers page on isro.gov.in between 24 October and 13 November 2026.
- Next, read the full advertisement and pick one post code.
- Then fill in the online form. Use a working email ID, because hall tickets and call letters come only by email.
- Upload a recent photo (3.5 cm × 4.5 cm, white background, 100–200 KB) and your signature (80–150 KB) in JPG format.
- After that, upload your qualification, experience and category certificates.
- Pay ₹500 through Bharatkosh.
- Finally, save your registration number and print the application.
You cannot edit a submitted form. So, check every field before you submit. If you work in government, you also need an NOC at the skill test.
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official advertisement PDF (URSC:04:2026) | Download PDF |
| Apply online / recruitment page | isro.gov.in |
| All ISRO current openings | View list |
For more jobs for ITI and 10th pass candidates, read our guide on government jobs for 10th pass in 2026. You can also keep your documents ready with our DigiLocker guide. See all openings in Government Jobs.
FAQs on URSC Technician B Recruitment 2026
What is the last date for URSC Technician B Recruitment 2026?
The last date is 13 November 2026, up to 11:55 PM. Fee payment also closes on the same day.
How many vacancies are there?
There are 61 posts in total: 46 Technician-B, 3 LVD-A, 2 Staff Car Driver-A and 10 HVD-A.
What is the qualification for ISRO URSC Technician B?
You need SSLC/SSC plus an ITI/NTC/NAC from NCVT in the relevant trade.
What is the salary of Technician-B in URSC?
Technician-B is at Pay Level 3, with a starting basic pay of ₹21,700 plus allowances.
Is there negative marking in the URSC written test?
Yes. Technician-B candidates lose 0.33 marks per wrong answer, and driver candidates lose 0.25.
Sources
- U R Rao Satellite Centre (ISRO) – Advertisement No. URSC:04:2026: vacancies, eligibility, age, fee, pay, selection process and how to apply.
- ISRO – URSC recruitment page: application window and link activation time.
- ISRO – Current Opportunities: opening and closing dates.
Always confirm details on the official website before applying.