The Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) under the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has officially released the recruitment notification for Scientist/Engineer-SC positions for the year 2026. Highly qualified engineering professionals looking to build a prestigious career in India’s aerospace sector can now submit their applications online.
This recruitment drive aims to fill 3 vacancies across specialized technical disciplines including Welding, Turbo Machinery, and Power Electronics. Selected candidates will be initially posted at LPSC, Valiamala, Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala, with career advancement opportunities governed by the Merit Promotion Scheme.
Overview
The ISRO LPSC recruitment offers an attractive Central Government Pay Matrix scale along with extensive benefits such as medical facilities, subsidized canteens, and housing advances. Eligible candidates holding appropriate dual engineering degrees must complete their submissions before the application window closes on October 13, 2026.
Important Dates
- Advertisement Date: September 26, 2026
- Online Registration Starts: September 29, 2026 (14:00 hrs)
- Online Registration Closes: October 13, 2026 (14:00 hrs)
- Application Fee Payment Closes: October 14, 2026 (14:00 hrs)
- Age Limit & Qualification Cutoff Date: October 13, 2026
Vacancy Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Age Limit | Educational Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist/Engineer-SC (Welding) Post No. 820 |
1 | Max 30 years (as of 13/10/2026) | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Production/Metallurgy/Manufacturing/Material Science AND M.E./M.Tech in Welding Technology / Mechanical Welding and Sheet Metal Engg. / Manufacturing / Metallurgy / Production (with welding as a subject). |
| Scientist/Engineer-SC (Turbo Machinery) Post No. 821 |
1 | Max 30 years (as of 13/10/2026) | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Aerospace AND M.E./M.Tech in Turbo Machinery / Thermal & Fluids Engg. / Aerospace Propulsion (with Turbo Machinery as a subject). |
| Scientist/Engineer-SC (Power Electronics) Post No. 822 |
1 | Max 30 years (as of 13/10/2026) | B.E./B.Tech in ECE / Electronics & Instrumentation / Applied Electronics / Electrical & Electronics / Electrical / Avionics / Power Engg. AND M.E./M.Tech in Power Electronics / Power Control and Drives / Advanced Electrical Power System and related specializations. |
Note: Candidates must possess B.E./B.Tech with a minimum of 65% marks (or CGPA 6.84) AND M.E./M.Tech with a minimum of 60% marks (or CGPA 6.5).
Application Fee
The application fee structure varies based on candidate categories, with provisions for refunds upon appearing in the written test:
- Female / SC / ST / PWBD / Ex-Servicemen: ₹750/- (Fee exempted, full refund after appearing in the written test)
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹750/- (Partial refund of ₹500/- after retaining a ₹250/- application fee, upon appearing in the written test)
How to Apply
- Navigate to the official LPSC online recruitment portal at https://www.lpsc.gov.in/ during the active registration window.
- Complete the registration form with accurate personal, educational, and professional details.
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph (JPG/JPEG format, max 40 KB) and necessary qualification certificates.
- Submit the application fee online using the ‘Make Payment’ option by the closing date.
- Save and note down your unique online registration number for future reference.
Source: govtjobguru.in
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