Lpsc Technical Assistant Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Lpsc for the post of Technical Assistant. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), Post Graduate (Master's Degree), Graduate (Bachelor's Degree). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
Written Examination -> Personal Interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 12300 | 2025-09-11 |
| 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
Visit the official LPSC recruitment portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, valid email ID, and mobile number to generate unique login credentials.
Log in with credentials to fill out the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications, technical diploma details, and selecting preferred exam centers across India.
Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including recent passport-size photograph, signature, matriculation certificate, and diploma mark sheets in the prescribed JPEG/PDF formats and sizes.
Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 250 (exempted for women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-servicemen) online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI.
Submit the finalized application form, download the system-generated confirmation page for future reference, and await the release of the e-admit card on the portal.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Lpsc Technical Assistant 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 Test (Computer Based Test) | 80 Marks, 90 Minutes | Mechanical/Electronics/Civil Engineering diploma curriculum, Applied Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Fluid Mechanics, Basic Electronics, Digital Electronics, Network Theory, and General Aptitude. |
| Stage 2: Skill Test (Practical/Go-No-Go Basis) | 100 Marks, 1 to 2 Hours | Hands-on laboratory experiments, equipment handling, circuit designing, troubleshooting, material testing, and practical demonstration of domain-specific technical skills. |
| Stage 3: Document Verification | Qualifying, Half Day | Verification of original academic transcripts, diploma certificates, caste/reservation certificates, identity proofs, and No Objection Certificates (NOC) for currently employed candidates. |
| Stage 4: Medical Examination | Qualifying, 1 Day | Comprehensive medical fitness assessment conducted by authorized ISRO medical officers to ensure candidates meet the physical and visual standards required for technical duties. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The Technical Assistant post at the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC), ISRO, is positioned at Level 7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 44,900. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) of 53% (Rs. 23,797), House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated for Class Y cities like Thiruvananthapuram/Valiamala at 20% (Rs. 8,980), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), the gross monthly salary amounts to approximately Rs. 83,185. After statutory deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) comprising 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 6,870), along with professional tax and medical scheme contributions, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited Technical Assistant is approximately Rs. 75,000, offering a highly competitive compensation package in the scientific 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 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A vertical quota of 10% is reserved for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, all women candidates, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-servicemen are fully exempted from paying the application fee, promoting inclusivity in scientific recruitments.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Lpsc Technical Assistant Recruitmen
Candidates in the unreserved category must secure a minimum of 60% in the written test and 50% in the skill test, while reserved category candidates require 50% and 40% respectively.
Yes, if the computer-based written test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift normalization formula is applied to ensure equity across different difficulty levels.
No, there is no mandatory service bond for Technical Assistants in LPSC, but candidates must serve a mandatory probation period before permanent absorption.
Newly recruited Technical Assistants undergo a probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and technical adaptability are closely monitored and evaluated.
No, the skill test is purely of a qualifying nature (Go/No-Go basis). The final merit list is prepared solely based on the marks secured in the written test.
Selected candidates are primarily posted at LPSC headquarters in Valiamala (Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala) or the LPSC unit in Mahendragiri (Tamil Nadu), with liability to serve anywhere in India.