Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC ISRO Valiamala) Recruitment 2026 — Official Vacancy Notification
Official recruitment notice issued by Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC ISRO Valiamala) for the post of Administrative & Technical Staff Cadre. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
Graduate (Bachelor's Degree). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | 1 | Level-10 (Rs. 56,100 | 2026-09-30 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-02-21 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Lpsc (Tender: General Governm | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Candidates must visit the official LPSC recruitment portal and complete the online registration by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and a mobile number to generate login credentials.
Log in to the portal to fill out the detailed application form, including academic qualifications, professional experience, and preference for exam centers, ensuring all entered data is accurate.
Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, degree transcripts, caste certificates if applicable, and a recent passport-sized photograph and signature in the prescribed format and size.
Proceed to the secure payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated fee receipt for future reference.
Submit the finalized application form online, download the confirmation page, and regularly check the portal for the release of the admit card prior to the scheduled examination date.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Lpsc N/A Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.
| Selection Phase / Exam Paper | Weightage & Duration | Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Written Examination | 80 Marks, 90 Minutes | Core Engineering Discipline (Mechanical/Electronics/Aerospace), Applied Mathematics, Basic Sciences, and Technical Reasoning. |
| Stage 2: Personal Interview | 100 Marks, 30-45 Minutes | Academic Project Work, Core Domain Specialization, Problem-Solving Abilities, Practical Knowledge of Propulsion Systems, and Technical Communication. |
| Stage 3: Document Verification | Qualifying, No Marks | Verification of Original Academic Degrees, Caste Certificates, No Objection Certificates (NOC) for PSU employees, and Identity Proofs. |
| Stage 4: Medical Examination & Merit List | Qualifying, Final Selection | Standard Medical Fitness Test as per ISRO/DoS guidelines, followed by the publication of the final merit list based on interview scores. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC), a premier unit of ISRO, recruits Scientist/Engineer 'SC' positions under Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The entry basic pay is established at Rs. 56,100. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (Rs. 29,733), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Y cities like Thiruvananthapuram at 20% (Rs. 11,220), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA (Rs. 5,508), the Gross Monthly Salary stands at approximately Rs. 1,02,561. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) at 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583), along with CGHS and Group Insurance, total around Rs. 9,500. This results in a highly competitive net in-hand monthly salary of approximately Rs. 93,000, making it an exceptionally lucrative career in the Indian space sector.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
LPSC strictly adheres to the reservation policies mandated by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Upper age limit relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A vertical quota of 10% is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, women candidates, Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and PwBD candidates are fully exempted from paying the application fee, promoting inclusivity in the recruitment process.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Lpsc N/A Recruitment
Candidates from the unreserved category must secure a minimum of 60% in the written test, while reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) require a minimum of 50% to qualify for the interview stage.
Yes, if the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift normalization formula approved by ISRO is applied to ensure equity and fairness across all candidate batches.
No, there is no financial service bond, but selected candidates must execute a standard undertaking to serve the organization and are subject to the Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules.
Newly appointed Scientist/Engineer 'SC' officers undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and technical adaptability are closely monitored before confirmation.
Initial postings are primarily at LPSC Valiamala (near Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala) or LPSC Mahendragiri (near Nagercoil, Tamil Nadu), though candidates remain liable for transfer to any ISRO/DoS center across India.
Yes, the technical syllabus for the LPSC Scientist/Engineer written exam is highly aligned with the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) syllabus of the respective engineering discipline.