The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) under ISRO Telemetry Tracking and Command Network (ISTRAC), Bengaluru has released the Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 Notification for Graduate, Diploma and Trade (ITI) Apprentices. Eligible candidates who completed their qualifying degree, diploma or ITI during 2024, 2025 or 2026 can apply through email after registering on the NATS Portal.

The apprenticeship training will be conducted for one year at Bengaluru, Lucknow and Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair). Interested candidates must submit their applications before 31 July 2026.

ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particular	Details
Organization	Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
Centre	ISRO Telemetry Tracking & Command Network (ISTRAC)
Advertisement No.	ISTRAC:01:2026
Post Name	Graduate, Diploma & Trade Apprentice
Training Duration	1 Year
Job Type	Apprenticeship
Application Mode	Email
Last Date	31 July 2026
Interview Mode	Document Verification & Interview
Official Notification	Available

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release	22 June 2026
Application Start	Started
Last Date to Apply	31 July 2026
Lucknow Interview	27-28 August 2026
Sri Vijaya Puram Interview	03-04 September 2026
Bengaluru Interview	09-11 September 2026

Vacancy Details

Graduate Apprentice

Discipline	Posts
Computer Science Engineering	23
Electronics & Communication Engineering	28
Electrical & Electronics Engineering	3
Mechanical Engineering	4
Civil Engineering	1
B.Sc (CS/IT)	1
Library Science (MLISc)	2
Total	62

Diploma Apprentice

Discipline	Posts
Mechanical Engineering	3
Electrical & Electronics Engineering	3
Electronics & Communication Engineering	6
Civil Engineering	1
Computer Science Engineering	7
Commercial Practice	5
Total	25

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Trade Apprentice (ITI)

Trade	Posts
Electronics Mechanic	4
Machinist	1
Electrical	1
IT-TSM	1
Fitter	1
Total	8

Total Vacancies

95 Apprentice Positions

(62 Graduate + 25 Diploma + 8 ITI)

Monthly Stipend

Apprentice	Stipend
Graduate Apprentice	₹12,300/month
Diploma Apprentice	₹10,900/month
Trade Apprentice (ITI)	₹9,600/month

Educational Qualification

Graduate Apprentice

• BE/B.Tech in relevant discipline
• MLISc for Library Science
• B.Sc (CS/IT) for respective post

Diploma Apprentice

• Diploma in relevant Engineering discipline from a recognized State Board
• Diploma in Commercial Practice

Trade Apprentice

• ITI in relevant trade from a recognized institute

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must satisfy the following conditions:

• Passed during 2024, 2025 or 2026
• Must register on NATS Portal
• Indian Nationals only
• Regular course candidates only
• Previous apprentices are not eligible
• Candidates with one year or more work experience are not eligible
• Candidates pursuing higher studies are not eligible
• Private degree/sandwich course candidates are not eligible

Age Limit

The notification does not specify any separate age limit. Candidates must satisfy the eligibility conditions prescribed under the Apprentices Act and the NATS guidelines.

Selection Process

Selection will be based on:

1. Application Screening
2. Academic Merit
3. Document Verification
4. Interview
5. Final Merit List

No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Training Locations

• Bengaluru
• Lucknow
• Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair)

Required Documents

Candidates should attach:

• Degree/Diploma/ITI Certificate
• Final Semester Marksheet (if certificate awaited)
• Class 10 Certificate
• Pre-University Marks Card
• NATS Enrollment Number
• Valid Government ID

Original documents must be produced during document verification.

How to Apply

Before applying, candidates must register on the NATS Portal and obtain their Enrollment Number.

Then:

1. Register on NATS Portal.
2. Note your Enrollment Number.
3. Prepare scanned documents.
4. Mention the Post Code in the email subject.
5. Mention your Name, Contact Number, Qualification, Passing Year and NATS Enrollment Number in the email body.
6. Send the application to the email ID of your preferred training location.
7. Submit the application before 31 July 2026.

Email IDs

Centre	Email
Bengaluru	apprmt_blr@istrac.gov.in
Lucknow	apprmt_lko@istrac.gov.in
Sri Vijaya Puram	apprmt_ixz@istrac.gov.in

Important Points

• One-year apprenticeship only.
• No guarantee of permanent employment after training.
• Medical Fitness Certificate required at joining.
• Candidates can apply for multiple locations by sending separate emails.
• Applications received after the last date will not be accepted.

Important Links

Description	Link
Official Notification	Available in Notification PDF
NATS Registration	NAT
Apply via Email	As per training locatio Page no. 4 in notification

• Government Job Documents Verification Guide
• Government Job Medical Test Guide
• Government Job Joining Process
• Latest Government Jobs

FAQ

Q1. What is the last date for ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

31 July 2026.

Q2. Who can apply?

Candidates who passed BE/B.Tech, Diploma or ITI during 2024, 2025 or 2026.

Q3. Is NATS registration mandatory?

Yes. Candidates must register on the NATS Portal and mention their Enrollment Number in the application.

Q4. What is the stipend for Graduate Apprentices?

₹12,300 per month.

Q5. What is the duration of apprenticeship?

One year.

Q6. Is there any written examination?

No. Selection is based on academic performance, document verification and interview.

Q7. Can candidates apply for multiple locations?

Yes. Separate emails must be sent to the respective location email IDs.