About the Recruitment
The URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers a valuable opportunity for fresh graduates and diploma holders to gain practical experience at the U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), a premier facility of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in Bengaluru, Karnataka. This apprenticeship program, conducted under the Apprentices Act of 1961, aims to train individuals in various engineering and commercial practice disciplines for a period of one year. URSC is at the forefront of spacecraft technology, involved in the conceptualization, design, development, fabrication, testing, launch, and in-orbit management of satellites.
Post-wise and Category-wise Vacancy Details
A total of 410 apprenticeship positions are available across various disciplines at URSC. The vacancies are distributed among Graduate, Technician, and Commercial Practice apprenticeships as detailed below:
- Graduate Apprenticeship (B.E./B.Tech.): 220 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
- Technician Apprenticeship (Diploma): 120 Positions
- Computer Science Engineering: 30
- Electronics Engineering: 38
- Mechanical Engineering: 30
- Electrical Engineering: 10
- Civil Engineering: 5
- Instrumentation Technology: 5
- Automobile Engineering: 2
- Commercial Practice Apprenticeship (Diploma): 70 Positions
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the URSC Apprentice Recruitment must meet specific educational and experience requirements.
- Applicants must possess a Degree or Diploma in Engineering or Commercial Practice from a university, technical board, or institution recognized by the government.
- Only candidates who have successfully completed their qualifying examination in the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible to apply.
- Candidates who passed their qualifying examination earlier than 2021 are not eligible for this apprenticeship.
- Applicants must have completed their qualifying examination as regular candidates.
- Individuals who have previously undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961, or have one year or more of experience from any institution, or have been terminated/resigned from apprenticeship training, are not eligible.
- Combining apprenticeship with other institutions is strictly not permitted.
- Candidates holding sandwich course certificates, private college degrees, short-term/certificate courses, or those currently pursuing higher studies are not considered eligible.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The official notification for URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 does not specify a direct age limit for applicants. However, eligibility is strictly tied to the year of passing the qualifying examination. Only candidates who passed their B.E./B.Tech. or Diploma between 2022 and 2026 are considered eligible for these apprenticeship positions.
Application Fee and Payment Method
There is no application fee mentioned in the official notification for the URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Candidates can proceed with their application without any payment.
Selection Process
The selection process for the URSC Apprentice Recruitment involves multiple stages designed to identify suitable candidates based on their academic performance and verification of credentials.
- Shortlisting — Candidates will be initially shortlisted based on the percentage of marks they secured in their respective engineering or commercial practice discipline.
- Document Verification — Shortlisted candidates will be invited to URSC for a mandatory document verification process. It is crucial for candidates to present all original relevant documents at this stage.
- Panel Formation — Upon successful completion of document verification, a merit panel will be drawn. This panel will be based on the academic scores obtained by candidates in their Degree or Diploma in Engineering or Commercial Practice.
- Apprentice Induction — The final induction of apprentices against the vacant positions will be carried out strictly according to the candidate's position in the prepared merit panel. Selected candidates will receive official notification via email only.
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 does not involve a written examination or a prescribed syllabus. The selection of candidates is primarily based on their academic performance (percentage of marks) in their qualifying degree or diploma and subsequent document verification.
Pay Scale and Benefits
Selected candidates for the URSC Apprenticeship program will receive a monthly stipend for the duration of their one-year training. The stipend amounts vary based on the type of apprenticeship:
| Post Name |
Monthly Stipend |
| Graduate Apprentice (B.E./B.Tech.) |
₹12,300/- |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) |
₹10,900/- |
| Commercial Practice Apprentice (Diploma) |
₹10,900/- |
Apprentices will not have any claim for employment in URSC or any other ISRO/Department of Space unit after completing the training period.
How to Apply — Step by Step
Candidates interested in the URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must follow a two-step online application process involving two different portals.
- NATS Portal Enrollment: First, candidates must enroll themselves on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal. Visit https://nats.education.gov.in to register. During enrollment, applicants are required to upload their Degree/Diploma certificates (as applicable) and valid government-issued ID proofs. After successful registration, an Enrolment Number / Apprenticeship Registration No. will be generated, which is essential for the next step.
- UMANG Portal Application: After obtaining the NATS enrollment number, candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria must proceed to fill out the application on the UMANG portal. The direct link for applying is https://web.umang.gov.in/landing/. Register and log in to the UMANG portal, then search for "URSC Apprenticeship" and select the option to apply for the position. Fill in all the required details accurately, ensuring that the NATS Enrolment Number is compulsorily indicated in the online application form. Finally, submit the application.
Candidates are advised to use a valid and active email ID for registration, as all future communications will be sent to this address. Avoid submitting duplicate applications from multiple email IDs.
Documents Required
Applicants must prepare and upload scanned copies of the following documents in jpg/jpeg/png format during the online application process. Original documents will be required for verification.
- Consolidated Marks Certificate: B.E./B.Tech./Diploma marks certificates for all semesters/years, compiled into a single file (maximum size 1 MB).
- Degree/Diploma Certificate: B.E./B.Tech./Diploma certificate, provisional certificate, or passing certificate (maximum size 1 MB).
- Photograph: Scanned copy of a clear photograph (maximum size 50 KB).
- Signature: Scanned copy of a clear signature (maximum size 50 KB).
- Caste Certificate: Latest copy of the caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates) issued by a competent authority in the prescribed Government of India format (maximum size 50 KB).
- Disability Certificate: For Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) candidates with 40% or more disability, a valid disability certificate issued by a competent authority and Unique Disability Identity Card.
- Income and Assets Certificate: For EWS category candidates, an income and assets certificate valid for the year 2025-2026, issued by a competent authority in the prescribed Government of India format.
- Valid ID Proof: Any valid identification card issued by the government.
All uploaded documents must be clear and legible. Any discrepancy found at any stage will lead to disqualification.
Important Dates
Candidates should note the following important dates for the URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
| Event |
Date |
| Opening Date for Online Registration |
29 July 2026 (1200 Hrs) |
| Closing Date for Online Registration |
28 August 2026 (1159 Hrs) |
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