New Delhi. There is good news for young people aspiring to work with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). The UR Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) of ISRO has extended the application deadline for the recruitment of Technician-B and Driver-A posts. Interested candidates can now submit their applications online until 5:00 PM on November 20, 2026. During this extended period, candidates will also have the opportunity to pay the application fee.
Previously, the application deadline was set for November 13, 2026. However, candidates were facing difficulties in completing the application process due to technical issues with the payment gateway. In light of this, the ISRO administration has decided to extend the application timeline.
Recruitment for 61 Posts
A total of 61 vacant positions will be filled through this recruitment drive, comprising 46 posts for Technician-B and 15 posts for Driver-A.
The Technician-B posts are open to candidates with qualifications in 8 different ITI trades. Meanwhile, the Driver-A category includes positions for Heavy Vehicle Drivers, Light Vehicle Drivers, and Staff Car Drivers.
Who is eligible to apply?
Technician-B: Candidates must have passed the 10th standard from a recognized board. Additionally, they must hold an ITI, NTC, or NAC certificate in the relevant trade.
Driver-A: Candidates must have passed the 10th standard. They are required to possess a valid driving license for the relevant vehicle category. Furthermore, 3 to 5 years of driving experience—depending on the specific post—is also mandatory.
What is the age limit?
Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years of age as of November 13, 2026. Candidates from reserved categories will be granted relaxation in the upper age limit as per Central Government rules.
What is the salary? Candidates selected by ISRO will receive a salary based on their respective posts.
Technician-B: An initial basic salary of ₹21,700 per month under Pay Level-3.
Driver-A: An initial basic salary of ₹19,900 per month under Pay Level-2.
Additionally, employees will be entitled to other allowances as per government rules.
What is the application fee?
All candidates are initially required to pay an application fee of ₹500. However, this fee will be refunded to candidates from specific categories after they appear for the Computer-Based Test (CBT).
Candidates belonging to the General, OBC, and EWS categories will receive a refund of ₹400.
Candidates from the SC, ST, PwD (Persons with Disabilities), and Ex-servicemen categories, as well as all female candidates, will receive a full refund of the ₹500 fee.
How will candidates be selected?
The selection process for this ISRO recruitment will take place in several stages. First, a Computer-Based Test (CBT) will be conducted. Candidates who qualify will then be called for a skill test or a driving test, depending on the post.
This will be followed by document verification and a medical examination. Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria at all stages will be included in the final selection process.
The extension of the application deadline has provided interested candidates with additional time to complete their forms. Candidates must complete their application process and fee payment by 5:00 PM on November 20, 2026.
