The U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), Bengaluru — the leading centre of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for satellite technology — has released Advertisement No. URSC:03:2026 dated 29 July 2026, inviting online applications for 410 Apprenticeship positions for the year 2026-27. The engagement covers Graduate Apprentices, Technician (Diploma) Apprentices, and Commercial Practice Apprentices, under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and its 1973 Amendment. This article covers the complete vacancy breakup, eligibility, stipend, and the exact two-step process to apply through the NATS and UMANG portals.
1. Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), ISRO, Department of Space |
| Advertisement Number | URSC:03:2026 dated 29.07.2026 |
| Engagement Type | Graduate Apprentice, Technician (Diploma) Apprentice, Commercial Practice Apprentice |
| Governing Act | Apprentices Act, 1961, and Amendment Act, 1973 |
| Training Year | 2026-27 |
| Training Duration | 12 months from execution of the Apprenticeship contract |
| Total Vacancies | 410 |
| Mode of Application | Online, via NATS portal followed by UMANG portal |
URSC is ISRO’s lead centre for spacecraft conceptualisation, design, development, fabrication, testing, launch, and in-orbit management.
2. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification release date | 29 July 2026 |
| Opening date for online registration | 29 July 2026, 12:00 PM (1200 Hrs) |
| Closing date for online registration | 28 August 2026, 11:59 PM (1159 Hrs) |
3. Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 410 (Graduate Apprentice: 220 + Technician Apprentice: 120 + Commercial Practice Apprentice: 70)
A. Graduate Apprenticeship (B.E./B.Tech.) — Total: 220 | Stipend: ₹12,300/month
| Branch of Engineering/Technology | 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 |
Category-wise split (Graduate): SC – 31, ST – 14, OBC – 59, EWS – 22, UR – 94 (Total: 220)
B. Technician Apprenticeship (Diploma) — Total: 120 | Stipend: ₹10,900/month
| Branch of Engineering/Technology | Positions |
|---|---|
| Computer Science Engineering | 30 |
| Electronics Engineering | 38 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 30 |
| Electrical Engineering | 10 |
| Civil Engineering | 5 |
| Instrumentation Technology | 5 |
| Automobile Engineering | 2 |
Category-wise split (Technician): SC – 17, ST – 8, OBC – 30, EWS – 12, UR – 53 (Total: 120)
C. Apprenticeship for Commercial Practice — Total: 70 | Stipend: ₹10,900/month
| Discipline | Positions |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Commercial Practice | 70 |
Category-wise split (Commercial Practice): SC – 10, ST – 4, OBC – 18, EWS – 7, UR – 31 (Total: 70)
4. Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Graduate Apprentice: B.E./B.Tech. in the concerned discipline from any recognised university.
- Technician Apprentice: Diploma in the respective discipline from a recognised State Board.
- Commercial Practice Apprentice: Diploma in Commercial Practice from a recognised Board.
Passing Year Restriction:
- Only candidates who passed out in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible.
- Candidates who completed their qualifying examination before 2021 are not eligible.
- Only candidates who passed their qualifying examination as regular candidates are eligible.
Other Eligibility Conditions:
- Candidates who have already completed or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973, or who have one year or more of experience from any institution, or who have been terminated or resigned from a previous apprenticeship, are not eligible.
- Combining apprenticeship with another institution is not permitted.
- Candidates with sandwich courses, certificate courses, private college degrees, or short-term/certificate courses are not acceptable.
- Candidates currently pursuing higher studies are not acceptable.
- Only Indian nationals may apply.
5. Selection Process
- Shortlisting: Based on the percentage secured by candidates in their respective discipline (Degree/Diploma).
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates are called for verification of original certificates.
- Panel Formation: After successful document verification, a panel is drawn up based on academic scores in the Degree/Diploma.
- Induction: Apprentices are inducted against vacant positions strictly based on their position in the panel.
- Communication: Selected candidates are informed only by email — no other mode of communication is used.
Important: Candidates shortlisted for document verification are not eligible for Travelling Allowance (TA), and must make their own arrangements for lodging and boarding at their own expense during document verification.
6. Stipend Structure
| Apprentice Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (B.E./B.Tech.) | ₹12,300 |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | ₹10,900 |
| Commercial Practice Apprentice (Diploma) | ₹10,900 |
- The apprenticeship period is 12 months, commencing from the date of execution of the Apprenticeship contract.
- Selected candidates must submit a Medical Fitness Certificate at the time of joining.
- On completion of training, apprentices have no claim whatsoever to employment at URSC or any other ISRO/Department of Space centre or unit.
7. Application Fee
No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification for this apprenticeship engagement.
8. How to Apply
This is a two-step application process — registration on the NATS portal, followed by application submission on the UMANG portal.
Step 1 — Register on the NATS Portal
- Visit the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal: nats.education.gov.in
- Enrol yourself by uploading your Degree/Diploma certificate (as applicable) and a valid government-issued ID.
- On successful registration, an Enrolment Number/Apprenticeship Registration Number will be generated and allotted to you — note this number down, as it is required in Step 2.
- Ensure your Aadhaar number is seeded with your bank account and enabled for DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) payment, since your stipend will be credited this way.
Step 2 — Apply via the UMANG Portal
- Visit the UMANG portal: web.umang.gov.in/landing
- Register and log in on the UMANG portal.
- Search for “URSC Apprenticeship.”
- Apply for your preferred position and fill in all required details, including the NATS Enrolment Number/Apprenticeship Registration Number obtained in Step 1 — this must compulsorily be indicated in the online application.
- Upload the following documents in jpg/jpeg/png format:
- B.E./B.Tech./Diploma mark sheets for all semesters/years, combined in one file not exceeding 1 MB
- B.E./B.Tech./Diploma Certificate/Provisional Certificate/Passing Certificate, not exceeding 1 MB
- Recent photograph, maximum 50 KB
- Signature, maximum 50 KB
- Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates), maximum 50 KB, issued by the Competent Authority
- Income & Asset Certificate for EWS candidates, valid for the year 2025-2026 (if applicable)
- Disability certificate and Unique Disability ID card, for PwBD candidates with 40% or more disability
- Submit the application. No changes are allowed once submitted — double-check all details, especially your CGPA/percentage, name, and passing year, as any discrepancy found later leads to disqualification.
Important application rules:
- Use a valid and active email ID for registration — this is used for all future communication. Only one application can be submitted per email ID.
- In case of multiple/duplicate applications for the same discipline, only the latest application will be considered.
9. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many total vacancies are there in ISRO URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27?
410 vacancies — 220 Graduate Apprentice, 120 Technician Apprentice, and 70 Commercial Practice Apprentice posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
28 August 2026, 11:59 PM. Online registration opened on 29 July 2026 at 12:00 PM.
Q3. What is the eligibility for this apprenticeship?
A Degree/Diploma in Engineering (for Graduate/Technician Apprentice) or a Diploma in Commercial Practice (for Commercial Practice Apprentice), from a recognised university/board, having passed out between 2022 and 2026.
Q4. Is there a written exam for selection?
No. Selection is based on academic percentage in the qualifying Degree/Diploma, followed by document verification and panel formation.
Q5. What stipend will apprentices receive?
₹12,300/month for Graduate Apprentices, and ₹10,900/month for Technician and Commercial Practice Apprentices.
Q6. How do I apply for this recruitment?
First register on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) to get your Enrolment Number, then apply through the UMANG portal (web.umang.gov.in) by searching for “URSC Apprenticeship.”
Q7. Does this apprenticeship guarantee a permanent job at URSC/ISRO?
No. Apprentices have no claim to employment at URSC or any other ISRO/Department of Space unit after completing the training.
Q8. Are candidates from 2021 or earlier passing years eligible?
No. Only candidates who passed out in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible. Candidates who passed before 2021 are not eligible.
Q9. Is Travel Allowance paid for document verification?
No. Candidates shortlisted for document verification are not eligible for TA and must bear their own lodging/boarding expenses.
Q10. Can I apply if I am currently pursuing higher studies?
No. Candidates currently pursuing higher studies are not acceptable for this apprenticeship.
10. Official Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification – URSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 | Download PDF |
| NATS Registration Portal (Step 1) | nats.education.gov.in |
| UMANG Application Portal (Step 2) | web.umang.gov.in/landing |
| Official ISRO Website | isro.gov.in |
Candidates are strongly advised to read the complete official notification carefully before applying, complete both the NATS registration and UMANG application within the notified window, and ensure their Aadhaar is DBT-seeded for stipend disbursal.
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