ISRO LPSC Scientist Engineer SC Recruitment 2026: Welding, Turbo Machinery, Power Electronics Posts

Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC), ISRO, Valiamala, Thiruvananthapuram has released Advertisement No. LPSC/03/2026 (dated 26.09.2026) for 3 posts of Scientist/Engineer-‘SC’ in Welding, Turbo Machinery and Power Electronics. The pay is Level 10 (Rs 56,100 – 1,77,500). Candidates need B.E./B.Tech (65%) plus M.E./M.Tech (60%) in the relevant field. The upper age limit is 30 years. Apply online from 29 September (2:00 PM) to 13 October 2026 (2:00 PM).

ISRO LPSC Scientist/Engineer SC Recruitment 2026 – Highlights

Post-wise Vacancy Details

Who Can Apply

Indian nationals with the required B.E./B.Tech and M.E./M.Tech degrees as on 13.10.2026 can apply. All posts are Unreserved. Candidates can apply for more than one post, with a separate application for each.

Educational Qualification

• B.E./B.Tech or equivalent with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA 6.84 on a 10-point scale. AMIE / Grade IETE candidates need 65% or CGPA 6.84 in Section B alone.
• M.E./M.Tech or equivalent with an aggregate minimum of 60% marks or CGPA/CPI 6.5 on a 10-point scale.
• The qualification must be completed within the duration prescribed by the University.
• Professional courses through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) are not eligible. Rounding off of marks and CGPA-to-percentage conversion are not allowed.
• Foreign degree holders must produce an AIU equivalency certificate at the interview.

Nature of Job

• 820 Welding: In-depth R&D in welding of aerospace materials like high nickel high strength alloys, stainless steels and non-ferrous materials.
• 821 Turbo Machinery: Design, CFD studies, testing and performance analysis of turbo machines in launch vehicles.
• 822 Power Electronics: Design, analysis and realisation of high power, high frequency, high efficiency converters for AEPS and low specific weight converters for nano satellite EPS; drive electronics for high power BLDC motors.

Age Limit

30 years as on 13.10.2026 for all posts. Relaxation for Ex-servicemen, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities and departmental candidates as per Government of India orders.

Application Fee

Give your bank account details (name, account number, IFSC) in the online form for the refund. SC/ST/PwBD/ESM must upload their certificates for refund; UR/OBC/EWS women do not need to.

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Salary

Level 10 of the Pay Matrix (Rs 56,100 – 1,77,500). ISRO also gives medical facilities for self and dependents, subsidised canteen, House Building Advance, LTC, NPS/Unified Pension Scheme and other benefits, with career growth through the Merit Promotion Scheme.

Selection Process

• Minimum 50% in each of Part A, B and C to qualify.
• Interview shortlist in 1:5 ratio (minimum 10 candidates). Interview qualifying marks: 50/100. Aggregate minimum 60%.
• Final panel: 50% weightage to written test and 50% to interview. Ties go to written marks, then M.E./M.Tech marks, then the older candidate.
• Outstation interview candidates get second class railway fare; no fare for the written test.

Documents Required

• Certificates and mark sheets of B.E./B.Tech and M.E./M.Tech (upload online)
• Photograph (JPG, max 40 KB, width 95-100 pixels, file name up to 25 characters)
• Category / PwBD / ESM certificates (for fee refund or relaxation)
• NOC from present employer (for those in Government/PSU/Autonomous bodies) at the interview
• Original documents at the interview

Important Dates

How to Apply

1. Apply online through the recruitment portal on the LPSC website (the notice does not print the web address).
2. Register, fill the form, upload photo and certificates, and note your registration number.
3. Pay Rs 750 online (by 14.10.2026, 2:00 PM). No documents need to be sent by post.
4. NCS-registered candidates also apply through the same online portal.

Why You Should Apply

M.Tech graduates in welding, turbo machinery and power electronics can join ISRO’s liquid propulsion centre as scientists, working on launch vehicle engines and satellite power systems.

Preparation Tips

• Part-A has negative marking (-1/3), so answer carefully.
• Practise reasoning questions for Part-B and short technical answers for Part-C.
• Check your B.Tech CGPA (6.84) or 65% before applying – rounding is not allowed.

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FAQs – ISRO LPSC Scientist/Engineer SC 2026

Q1. How many posts are there?

3 posts: Welding, Turbo Machinery and Power Electronics (one each, all UR).

Q2. What is the last date?

13 October 2026, 2:00 PM. Fee can be paid until 14 October 2026, 2:00 PM.

Q3. What is the salary?

Level 10: Rs 56,100 – 1,77,500.

Q4. What qualification is needed?

B.E./B.Tech with 65% (CGPA 6.84) and M.E./M.Tech with 60% (CGPA 6.5) in the relevant disciplines.

Q5. What is the age limit?

30 years as on 13.10.2026, with relaxation for ESM, PwBD and departmental candidates.

Q6. What is the fee?

Rs 750. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and ESM get a full refund; others get Rs 500 back if they appear in the written test.

Q7. How will selection be done?

A 100-mark written test (Part A, B, C) and a personal interview, with 50:50 weightage.