ISRO – LPSC Recruitment 2026: Notification for Scientist Engineer-‘SC’

Recruitment Overview

The Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC), a unit of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) under the Department of Space, Government of India, has released Advertisement No. LPSC/03/2026 for the recruitment of Scientist Engineer-‘SC’. Eligible candidates can apply online for these temporary (but likely to continue) positions located at the LPSC Unit in Valiamala near Thiruvananthapuram.

Key Highlights

• Organization Name: Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) – ISRO
• Recruiting Authority: LPSC
• Post Name(s): Scientist Engineer-‘SC’ (Welding, Turbo Machinery, Power Electronics)
• Total Vacancies: 03
• Job Location: LPSC Unit, Valiamala near Thiruvananthapuram
• Application Mode: Online
• Application Start Date: 29.09.2026 (1400 hrs)
• Last Date to Apply: 13.10.2026 (1400 hrs)
• Official Website: LPSC Official Website

Vacancy Details

Post Name	Number of Vacancies	Salary/Pay Scale
Scientist Engineer-‘SC’ (Welding)	01	Level 10 (Pay Matrix: ₹56,100/- – ₹1,77,500/-)
Scientist Engineer-‘SC’ (Turbo Machinery)	01	Level 10 (Pay Matrix: ₹56,100/- – ₹1,77,500/-)
Scientist Engineer-‘SC’ (Power Electronics)	01	Level 10 (Pay Matrix: ₹56,100/- – ₹1,77,500/-)

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Welding: B.E./B.Tech (Minimum 65% or 6.84 CGPA) in Mechanical / Production / Metallurgy / Manufacturing / Material Science AND M.E./M.Tech (Minimum 60% or 6.5 CGPA) in Welding Technology / Mechanical Welding and Sheet Metal Engg. / Manufacturing / Metallurgy / Production (with welding as a subject).
• Turbo Machinery: B.E./B.Tech (Minimum 65% or 6.84 CGPA) in Mechanical / Aerospace AND M.E./M.Tech (Minimum 60% or 6.5 CGPA) in Turbo Machinery / Thermal & Fluids Engg. / Aerospace Propulsion (with Turbo Machinery as a subject).
• Power Electronics: B.E./B.Tech (Minimum 65% or 6.84 CGPA) in Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Instrumentation / Applied Electronics / Electrical & Electronics / Electrical / Avionics / Power Engg. AND M.E./M.Tech (Minimum 60% or 6.5 CGPA) in Power Electronics / Power Electronics and Control / Power Control and Drives / Advanced Electrical Power System / Electrical and Electronics (Power Systems) / High Voltage and Power Systems Engg. / Industrial Power Control and drives.

  (Note: Professional courses pursued through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) are not eligible.)

Language and Computer Skills

• No specific requirement mentioned (Candidates have the option to answer Interview questions in Hindi).

Experience

• Not specifically required for these entry-level Scientist Engineer posts.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: Not specified
• Maximum Age: 30 years
• Age Cut-off Date: 13.10.2026
• Age Relaxation: Applicable for Ex-servicemen, Persons With Benchmark Disabilities (PWBD), and Departmental candidates as per Govt. of India orders.

Mandatory Requirements

• Only Indian Nationals may apply.
• Candidates working in Central/State Government, PSUs, or Autonomous bodies must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of the interview.

Selection Process

1. Written Test: Consists of Part A (Area/Discipline Specific – 60 marks), Part B (Aptitude/Ability Tests – 20 marks), and Part C (Descriptive questions – 20 marks). Total 100 marks.
2. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called in a 1:5 ratio (minimum 10 candidates) based on written test performance.
3. Final Selection: Based on a 50% weightage for the Written Test and a 50% weightage for the Personal Interview.

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS (Male): ₹750/- (₹500/- will be refunded after appearing for the written test).
• Other categories (Female/SC/ST/PWBD/Ex-Servicemen): ₹750/- (Full fee of ₹750/- will be refunded after appearing for the written test).
• Payment method: Online only.

How to Apply

1. Visit the LPSC online recruitment portal.
2. Open the relevant recruitment notification for Advertisement No. LPSC/03/2026.
3. Check the eligibility criteria carefully.
4. Complete the online application form with accurate details and a valid email ID.
5. Upload the required documents (certificates/mark sheets) and a clear, virus-free photograph (JPG/JPEG, max 40 KB, 95×100 resolution).
6. Pay the fee of ₹750/- online.
7. Review and submit before the deadline (13.10.2026 at 1400 hrs).
8. Save the online registration number for future reference (no hard copies need to be sent to LPSC).

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Date	26.09.2026
Application Start Date	29.09.2026 (from 1400 hrs)
Last Date to Apply	13.10.2026 (up to 1400 hrs)
Last Date for Fee Payment	14.10.2026 (up to 1400 hrs)
Exam/Interview Date	To be announced (via email/LPSC website)

Important Links

• Official Notification: Available on LPSC Website
• Apply Online: LPSC Online Recruitment Portal
• Official Website: www.lpsc.gov.in

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply?

   The last date to apply is October 13, 2026, up to 1400 hrs.

2. What qualification is required?

   Candidates need a B.E./B.Tech (min 65% or 6.84 CGPA) and an M.E./M.Tech (min 60% or 6.5 CGPA) in relevant engineering disciplines.

3. How many vacancies are available?

   There are a total of 3 vacancies (1 each for Welding, Turbo Machinery, and Power Electronics).

4. How can candidates apply?

   Eligible candidates can apply online exclusively through the LPSC recruitment portal.

Disclaimer: Verify all details with the official ISRO/LPSC notification before applying.

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