The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has released the official notification for the ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 from the ISRO Telemetry Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC), Bengaluru. Recruitment has been planned to engage Graduate Apprentice, Diploma Apprentice and Trade Apprentice trainees for one year apprenticeship training programme under Apprentices Act, 1961.
Candidates from disciplines like Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering, Library Science and Commercial Practice can apply. Interested candidates can apply for NATS registration by sending their application form through e-mail before the last date.
ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
Particular | Details |
|---|---|
Organization | ISRO Telemetry Tracking & Command Network (ISTRAC) |
Recruitment | ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
Posts | Graduate, Diploma & Trade Apprentice |
Training Duration | 12 Months |
Application Mode | Email (Apply Online through prescribed email submission) |
Notification Date | 22 June 2026 |
Application Last Date | 31 July 2026 |
Selection Process | Academic Merit + Interview + Document Verification |
Stipend | Up to ₹12,300 per month |
Important Dates
Candidates are advised to take note of the following application and interview date.
Event | Date |
|---|---|
Notification Release | 22 June 2026 |
Application Start Date | 22 June 2026 |
Last Date to Apply | 31 July 2026 |
Lucknow Interview Date | 27–28 August 2026 |
Sri Vijaya Puram Interview Date | 03–04 September 2026 |
Bengaluru Interview Date | 09–11 September 2026 |
Vacancy Details
ISRO has announced apprentice vacancies across Graduate, Diploma, and Trade Apprentice categories.
Graduate Apprentice Vacancy Details
Graduate apprentice vacancies are available in:
Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
Computer Science Engineering | 23 (Bengaluru-20, Lucknow-2, Sri Vijaya Puram-1) |
Electronics & Communication Engineering | 28 (Bengaluru-20, Lucknow-5, Sri Vijaya Puram-3) |
Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 3 (Bengaluru-2, Lucknow-1) |
Mechanical Engineering | 4 (Bengaluru-3, Lucknow-1) |
Civil Engineering | 1 (Bengaluru-1) |
B.Sc. (CS/IT) | 1 (Sri Vijaya Puram-1) |
Library Science (MLISc) | 2 (Bengaluru-1, Lucknow-1) |
Diploma Apprentice Vacancy Details
Diploma apprentice posts are available for:
Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
Mechanical Engineering | 3 |
Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 3 |
Electronics & Communication Engineering | 6 |
Civil Engineering | 1 |
Computer Science Engineering | 7 |
Commercial Practice |
Trade Apprentice Vacancy Details
Trade apprentice vacancies include:
Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|
Electronics Mechanic | 4 |
Machinist | 1 |
Electrical | 1 |
IT-TSM | 1 |
Fitter | 1 |
Location Wise Vacancy Details
The apprentice vacancies are distributed across three ISRO centres:
Bengaluru – Maximum number of vacancies across all categories
Lucknow – Graduate, Diploma, and Trade Apprentice posts
Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair) – Graduate, Diploma, and Trade Apprentice vacancies
Candidates may apply separately for multiple locations by sending individual applications to the respective email IDs.
Download ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must satisfy the eligibility conditions mentioned in the notification.
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 should have the following educational qualification, as per the ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification. Graduate Apprentice: B.E./B.Tech in the concerned engineering discipline. Diploma Apprentice: Diploma in Engineering. Commercial Practice Apprentice: Diploma in Commercial Practice. Trade Apprentice: ITI in the concerned trade. Library Science Apprentice: MLISc (Library and Information Science). B.Sc. (Computer Science/Information Technology) Apprentice: B.Sc. (Computer Science/Information Technology). Also, only the candidates who pass their qualifying examination in 2024, 2025 or 2026 will be eligible to apply for the apprenticeship training.
Age Limit
There is no mention of a separate age limit in the notification. However, the candidates must satisfy the eligibility conditions prescribed under the Apprentices Act and they must have passed the qualifying examination within the permissible period.
NATS Registration Requirement
As a part of the application process, the candidates have to register with NATS at nats.education.gov.in. The generated NATS Enrolment Number should be mentioned in the application form. Applications that are not registered with NATS may be rejected.
Stipend Details
The selected candidates will be paid a monthly stipend during the one year apprenticeship training as per the rates specified in the official notification. Graduate Apprentices will be paid a monthly stipend of Rs 12,300, Diploma Apprentices will be paid a monthly stipend of Rs 10,900 and Trade (ITI) Apprentices will be paid a stipend of Rs 9,600 per month during the training period.
Selection Process
The stages of the ISRO Apprentice Selection Process 2026 are as follows:
1. Review of applications
2. Short listing based on academic performance
3. Document Verification
4. Personal Interview
5. Final merit panel based on the academic marks and interview performance
No Travelling Allowance (TA) will be given for attending the interview.
Application Fee
The official notification does not mention any application fee. Therefore, candidates can apply free of cost.
Apply Online Process
Candidates can follow the below steps to complete the ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 apply online process:
1. Register yourself in NATS Portal.
2. Find the NATS Enrolment Number.
3. Collect the necessary documents.
4. Use the appropriate Post Code in the subject of the e-mail.
5. Include your Name, Qualification, Discipline, Passing Year, Contact Details and NATS Enrolment Number in the body of the email.
6. Submit the application to the email of the concerned ISRO centre by 31st July 2026.
Application Form Details
The application form is submitted through email only. Separate email IDs have been provided for:
Bengaluru
Lucknow
Sri Vijaya Puram
Candidates applying for multiple locations must send separate applications.
Required Documents
Applicants should attach the following documents:
Degree/Diploma/ITI Certificate (or final semester marksheet if certificate is awaited)
Class 10 Certificate
Pre-University/12th Certificate
NATS Enrollment Number
Government-issued Identity Proof
• Original educational certificates during the document verification process.
• Medical Fitness Certificate on joining
Interview Schedule
The interview will be conducted at the respective ISRO centres.
Candidates shortlisted for ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will have to report at the allotted reporting centre for the interview. For Lucknow vacancies, the interview will be held at ISTRAC, Sector-G, Janakipuram, Kursi Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh - 226021 on 27-28 August 2026 and reporting time 8.30 AM.
Candidates opting for Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair) will have to report at ISTRAC, Dollygunj, Sri Vijaya Puram, Andaman and Nicobar Islands – 744103 on 03-04 September 2026 at 8:30 AM.
Interview for Bengaluru vacancies is scheduled at ISTRAC, Plot No. 12 & 13, 3rd Main, 2nd Phase, Peenya Industrial Area, Bengaluru – 560058 on 09 – 11 September 2026.
Reporting time is 8.30 AM. Candidates should appear for interview only at the specified reporting centre as requests for change of interview/posting centre will not be entertained.
Training Duration
ISRO Apprentice Training Duration For Graduate, Diploma, and Trade Apprentice ISRO Apprentice Training Duration is 12 months. There is no guarantee of permanent employment in ISRO after completion of the apprenticeship.
Job Location & Posting
The selected candidates will be trained in apprenticeship at any of the following centers:
• Bangalore
• Lucknow
• Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair)
The place of posting will be as per application and fixed.
Why Apply for ISRO Apprentice Jobs 2026?
ISRO Jobs 2026 apprenticeship is a great opportunity for fresh graduates and diploma holders to get practical experience in the premier space organization of India. The benefits include:
One year training in industry at ISRO
Attractive monthly remuneration.
Practical experience with cutting-edge space technologies
Experience in engineering and technical areas
Valuable career enhancement for future opportunities
Training at prestigious ISRO centres like Bengaluru, Lucknow, Sri Vijaya Puram
Last Date to Apply
ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Apply Last Date: 31 July 2026.
Candidates need to apply to NATS by registering, preparing the required documents and submitting their application within the deadline.
FAQs on ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the last date of application for ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Application form must be submitted by 31 July 2026.
Q2. What is the stipend of ISRO Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Graduate Apprentices will get ₹12,300 per month.
Q3. Is it compulsory to register for NATS?
Yes. All applicants must be registered with NATS and have a valid NATS Enrolment Number.
Q4. What is the selection process of ISRO Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Selection will be on the basis of screening of applications, academic performance, verification of documents and interview.
Q5. How long is the training?
The duration of the apprenticeship training is 12 months.
Q6. What are the eligible branches of engineering?
The eligible branches are Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering, Commercial Practice and Library Science and the other disciplines as mentioned in the notification.