VSSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for 460 Graduate & Technician Apprentice Vacancies
Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), a leading centre of ISRO under the Department of Space, has released a fresh notification for VSSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27, opening up 460 Apprentice Trainee posts across Graduate and Technician categories. This is a great government opportunity for engineering, hotel management and general stream graduates as well as diploma holders looking to gain hands-on experience at India's premier space research centre. Unlike a regular online application, this drive works through a direct walk-in interview scheduled for 25 July 2026 in Thiruvananthapuram. Read on for the complete eligibility criteria, stipend details, required documents and the walk-in process.
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About Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC)
Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre is the lead centre of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), functioning under the Department of Space, Government of India. Located in Thiruvananthapuram, it handles design and development of launch vehicles and associated technologies that power India's space missions. A training stint here gives freshers genuine exposure to real space-sector engineering and administrative work, which is exactly why this apprenticeship drive draws attention from candidates across the country every year.
VSSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 – Overview
| Organization Name | Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), ISRO |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice & Technician Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 460 Posts |
| Category | Government Job (Apprenticeship Training) |
| Job Location | Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala |
| Application Mode | Offline / Walk-in Selection Drive |
| Notification Date | 17 July 2026 |
| Selection Drive Date | 25 July 2026 |
| Official Website | vssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 17 July 2026 |
| Application Mode | No online form; walk-in only |
| Selection Drive / Walk-in Interview Date | 25 July 2026 (Saturday) |
| Reporting Time | 9.30 AM to 5.00 PM |
| Age Reckoning Date | 31 July 2026 |
| Result / Panel Announcement | To be announced |
Vacancy Details / Post Wise Break-up
Out of the 460 openings, 273 positions fall under Graduate Apprentice covering engineering branches, hotel management and general stream graduates, while the remaining 187 positions are under Technician Apprentice for diploma holders. Below is the discipline-wise split for quick reference; the official PDF has the full breakdown.
| Post Name | No. of Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice – Engineering (Aero, Chemical, Civil, CS, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Metallurgy, Production, Fire & Safety) | 169 | Engineering Degree, min. 65% marks/6.84 CGPA |
| Graduate Apprentice – Hotel Management/Catering Technology | 04 | First Class Degree, min. 60% marks |
| Graduate Apprentice – General Stream (Non-Engineering) | 100 | Bachelor's Degree, min. 60% marks/6.32 CGPA |
| Technician Apprentice – Engineering Diploma (Automobile, Chemical, Civil, CS, Electrical, Electronics, Instrument Tech, Mechanical) | 162 | First Class Diploma in Engg. |
| Technician Apprentice – Diploma in Commercial Practice | 25 | Diploma, min. 60% marks/6.32 CGPA |
| Total | 460 | - |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Graduate Apprentice applicants need a four/three-year Engineering Degree, a First Class Degree in Hotel Management/Catering Technology, or any Bachelor's Degree (three-year duration) from a recognised university, meeting the minimum percentage or CGPA fixed for that discipline. Technician Apprentice applicants need a First Class Engineering Diploma or Diploma in Commercial Practice from a State Board of Technical Education. Only those who completed their Degree/Diploma after April 2022 are eligible — final-year candidates, result-awaiting candidates and those pursuing M.E./M.Tech cannot apply. Do check the official notification PDF for the exact cut-off marks against your specific discipline.
Age Limit (as on 31 July 2026)
- Graduate Apprentice (UR): 28 Years
- Technician Apprentice – Engg. Diploma (UR): 30 Years
- Technician Apprentice – Commercial Practice (UR): 26 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Graduate Apprentice | Technician Apprentice (Engg. Diploma) |
|---|---|---|
| OBC | 31 Years | 33 Years |
| SC | 33 Years | 35 Years |
| ST | 33 Years | 35 Years |
| PWBD | Additional 10 years over the applicable category limit | Additional 10 years over the applicable category limit |
Candidates should also note that anyone who has crossed five years from the month/year of passing their Degree or Diploma is not eligible for this apprenticeship, regardless of the age limit above.
Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend for the one-year training period, calculated from the date of joining. There is no separate pay scale since this is an apprenticeship engagement rather than regular employment.
| Post Name | Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | ₹12,300/- per month |
| Technician Apprentice | ₹10,900/- per month |
Selection Process
VSSC is not conducting a written exam for this drive. Instead, shortlisting happens directly at the walk-in venue based on document scrutiny and the marks scored by candidates in their qualifying examination.
- Walk-in Registration and Document Verification
- Scrutiny of Educational Certificates and Category Proofs
- Merit Preparation Based on Qualifying Marks/CGPA
- Panel Formation for Induction as per Vacancy Availability
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | No fee mentioned in the notification |
| Payment Mode | Not Applicable (Walk-in Selection Drive) |
Required Documents
Since this is a walk-in drive, keep both originals and self-attested photocopies of the following documents ready before you head to the venue.
- Degree/Diploma Certificate (Provisional or Final)
- Consolidated Mark List (Provisional or Final)
- SSLC/SSC/AISSE/ICSE Certificate as Date of Birth Proof
- Experience Certificate (if any)
- One Passport-size Photograph
- Caste/Community Certificate for SC/ST, Non-Creamy Layer Certificate for OBC, Income & Asset Certificate for EWS, and Disability Certificate for PWBD candidates, wherever applicable
How to Apply (Walk-in)
There is no online application form for this recruitment — VSSC will accept candidates only through the walk-in interview on the scheduled date.
- Note down the selection drive date: 25 July 2026, Saturday, 9.30 AM to 5.00 PM.
- Gather all original certificates along with self-attested photocopies listed above.
- Reach the VSSC Pavilion at Karthika Thirunal Govt V&GHSS for Girls, Manacaud, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala.
- Get your documents scrutinised by VSSC officials at the venue.
- Collect and fill the application form provided on the spot after document scrutiny.
- Hand over the duly filled form along with certificate copies to VSSC officials at the venue itself.
Important Instructions
- Read the official notification PDF completely before heading to the venue.
- Applications submitted through any mode other than the walk-in drive will not be accepted.
- Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship training or gained one year or more of work experience elsewhere are not eligible.
- Combining apprenticeship across multiple institutions is not permitted.
- Canteen and transport facilities will be provided during training, but candidates must arrange their own accommodation.
- No interim correspondence will be entertained, and any form of canvassing will lead to disqualification.
Why Should You Apply?
A year of apprenticeship at VSSC gives fresh graduates and diploma holders real exposure to the kind of engineering and administrative work that goes into India's launch vehicle programme. It's a solid line to add to your resume even though it doesn't guarantee permanent placement afterward, and the monthly stipend helps you gain this experience without it being unpaid. For freshers from the southern region especially, this is one of the more accessible ways to get a foothold in the space sector.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for VSSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27?
Ans: There's no separate last date since applications aren't submitted online. Candidates must walk in directly for the selection drive on 25 July 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in VSSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27?
Ans: There are 460 vacancies in total — 273 under Graduate Apprentice and 187 under Technician Apprentice.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
Ans: Candidates need an Engineering Degree, Hotel Management Degree, any Bachelor's Degree, or a First Class Diploma in Engineering/Commercial Practice, depending on the post applied for.
Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
Ans: The age limit as on 31 July 2026 varies from 26 to 31 years for UR candidates depending on the post, with relaxation for OBC, SC, ST and PWBD candidates.
Q5. What is the application fee for this recruitment?
Ans: No application fee has been specified in the official notification.
Q6. How can I apply for this job?
Ans: You cannot apply online. Walk in with your original documents and self-attested copies to the VSSC Pavilion at Karthika Thirunal Govt V&GHSS for Girls, Manacaud, Thiruvananthapuram, on 25 July 2026.
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Final Words
VSSC's Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 opens the door to 460 training positions across engineering, hotel management, general stream and diploma disciplines, with the selection drive fixed for 25 July 2026 in Thiruvananthapuram. Since there's no online form, getting your documents in order well in advance matters more than usual here. Share this post with friends who are eligible, and join our Telegram channel above so you don't miss similar apprenticeship and government job alerts going forward.
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