The U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC)has released the Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 notification under Advertisement No. URSC:03:2026, dated 29th July 2026, for engaging 410 apprentices in Graduate, Technician and Commercial Practice categories. The ISRO URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 online registration process began on 29th July 2026 (1200 hrs) and will close on 28th August 2026 (1159 hrs).
ISRO URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27
URSC invites applications for Apprenticeship for one-year training under the Apprentices Act, 1961, and amendment Act, 1973, from candidates who have acquired a Degree/Diploma in Engineering or a Diploma in Commercial Practice from a recognized University/Technical Board/Institution. Check complete information related to the ISRO URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 in the table below:
| Recruiting organisation | U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), ISRO, Department of Space |
|---|---|
| Advertisement number | URSC:03:2026 |
| Recruitment name | Apprenticeship for Graduate, Technician & Commercial Practice, 2026-27 |
| Total vacancies | 410 (220 Graduate + 120 Technician + 70 Commercial Practice) |
| Application mode | Online, via NATS Portal and UMANG Portal |
| Opening date for online registration | 29th July 2026 (1200 hrs) |
| Closing date for online registration | 28th August 2026 (1159 hrs) |
| Training duration | 12 months, from execution of the Apprenticeship contract |
| Monthly stipend | ₹12,300 (Graduate), ₹10,900 (Technician & Commercial Practice) |
| Job location | U R Rao Satellite Centre, Bengaluru |
| Official website | https://www.isro.gov.in / URSC website |
ISRO URSC Apprentice Notification 2026-27
The ISRO URSC Apprentice Notification 2026-27 has been released for engaging apprentices in Graduate (B.E./B.Tech.), Technician (Diploma) and Commercial Practice (Diploma) categories for the year 2026-27. The notification specifies the number of positions, monthly stipend and essential educational qualification prescribed for various apprenticeships across different engineering streams.
Candidates must apply through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal followed by the UMANG portal, as detailed below.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement release date | 29th July 2026 |
| Opening date for online registration | 29th July 2026, 1200 hrs |
| Closing date for online registration | 28th August 2026, 1159 hrs |
A. Graduate Apprenticeship (B.E./B.Tech.) Vacancy 2026-27
URSC has announced 220 vacancies for Graduate Apprenticeship, carrying a monthly stipend of ₹12,300. Candidates require a B.E./B.Tech. in the concerned discipline from any recognized University. Check the table below for discipline-wise vacancy distribution:
| Branch of Engineering/Technology/Discipline | No. of Positions |
|---|---|
| Computer Science Engineering | 40 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 83 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 50 |
| Chemical Engineering | 15 |
| Industrial Engineering and Management | 10 |
| Automobile Engineering | 2 |
| Aeronautical Engineering | 10 |
| Aerospace Engineering | 10 |
| Total | 220 |
Category-wise break-up (Graduate Apprenticeship): SC-31, ST-14, OBC-59, EWS-22, UR-94.
B. Technician Apprenticeship (Diploma) Vacancy 2026-27
URSC has announced 120 vacancies for Technician Apprenticeship, carrying a monthly stipend of ₹10,900. Candidates require a Diploma in the respective discipline from a recognized State Board. Check the table below for discipline-wise vacancy distribution:
| Branch of Engineering/Technology/Discipline | No. of Positions |
|---|---|
| Computer Science Engineering | 30 |
| Electronics Engineering | 38 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 30 |
| Electrical Engineering | 10 |
| Civil Engineering | 5 |
| Instrumentation Technology | 5 |
| Automobile Engineering | 2 |
| Total | 120 |
Category-wise break-up (Technician Apprenticeship): SC-17, ST-8, OBC-30, EWS-12, UR-53.
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C. Apprenticeship for Commercial Practice Vacancy 2026-27
URSC has announced 70 vacancies for Apprenticeship in Commercial Practice, carrying a monthly stipend of ₹10,900. Candidates require a Diploma in Commercial Practice from a recognized Board.
| Branch/Discipline | No. of Positions |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Commercial Practice | 70 |
| Total | 70 |
Category-wise break-up (Commercial Practice): SC-10, ST-4, OBC-18, EWS-7, UR-31.
Grand Total (All Categories): 410 positions
Educational Qualification for ISRO URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27
| Apprenticeship Type | Essential Qualification | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprenticeship | B.E./B.Tech. in the concerned discipline from any recognized University | ₹12,300 |
| Technician Apprenticeship | Diploma in the respective discipline from a recognized State Board | ₹10,900 |
| Commercial Practice Apprenticeship | Diploma in Commercial Practice from a recognized Board | ₹10,900 |
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How to Apply for ISRO URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27
Candidates fulfilling the essential qualification can enrol themselves on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) Portal, followed by applying on the UMANG portal, as per the steps below:
- Visit the NATS portal, https://nats.education.gov.in, and register your candidature.
- While enrolling, upload your Degree/Diploma certificate (as applicable) and a valid government-issued ID. On successful registration, an Enrolment Number/Apprenticeship Registration Number will be generated and allotted.
- Ensure your Aadhaar number is seeded with your bank account and enabled for DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) payment.
- After registering on the NATS portal, visit the UMANG portal, https://web.umang.gov.in/landing/, register and log in.
- Search for “URSC Apprenticeship”, click “Apply for Position”, and fill in all the required details, compulsorily indicating the Enrolment Number/Apprenticeship Registration Number allotted on the NATS portal.
- Upload the following documents in JPG/JPEG/PNG format:
- B.E./B.Tech./Diploma marks certificates of all semesters/years in one file, not exceeding 1 MB
- B.E./B.Tech./Diploma Certificate/Provisional Certificate/Passing Certificate, not exceeding 1 MB
- Photograph (max. 50 KB) and Signature (max. 50 KB), clear and legible
- Latest caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC candidates (max. 50 KB), issued by the Competent Authority
- Disability certificate for PwBD candidates, issued by the Competent Authority
- Submit the application on the UMANG portal.
ISRO URSC Apprentice Selection Process 2026-27
Candidates will be shortlisted based on their percentage of marks in the respective discipline. Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification. On successful completion of document verification, a panel will be drawn based on academic scores in the Degree/Diploma. Induction of apprentices against vacant positions will be made strictly based on the candidate’s position in the panel. Selected candidates will be informed only by e-mail. Candidates shortlisted for document verification are not eligible for Travelling Allowance.
FAQs
Ques: How many vacancies are announced under ISRO URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27?
Ans: A total of 410 vacancies have been announced — 220 under Graduate Apprenticeship (B.E./B.Tech.), 120 under Technician Apprenticeship (Diploma), and 70 under Apprenticeship for Commercial Practice.
Ques: What is the last date to apply for ISRO URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27?
Ans: The closing date for online registration is 28th August 2026, till 1159 hrs.
Ques: How can candidates apply for ISRO URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27?
Ans: Candidates must first register on the NATS portal (https://nats.education.gov.in) and then apply for the URSC Apprenticeship on the UMANG portal (https://web.umang.gov.in/landing/).
Ques: What is the monthly stipend for ISRO URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27?
Ans: Graduate Apprentices receive ₹12,300 per month, while Technician and Commercial Practice Apprentices receive ₹10,900 per month.
Ques: Who is eligible to apply for ISRO URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27?
Ans: Candidates who passed their qualifying examination (Degree/Diploma in Engineering or Diploma in Commercial Practice) as a regular candidate in the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 are eligible to apply.
Ques: What is the duration of the apprenticeship training at URSC?
Ans: The training period is 12 months, commencing from the execution of the Apprenticeship contract.
Ques: Does the apprenticeship guarantee employment at ISRO/URSC after completion?
Ans: No, trainees will have no claim whatsoever for employment at URSC or any other centre/unit of ISRO/Department of Space after completion of the training period.