ISRO VSSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Walk-In Interview for 462 Posts on July 25 — Check Eligibility, Documents, Selection Process

The Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), one of the lead centres of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has opened a major opportunity for young graduates and diploma holders. The space agency has announced 462 apprentice vacancies to be filled through a one-day walk-in selection drive on July 25, 2026, in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.

Unlike most government recruitment processes, candidates do not need to register or apply online. Applications will be accepted only in person, on the day of the walk-in interview itself — making this one of the most accessible ISRO recruitment drives of 2026.

VSSC Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details

The recruitment drive covers a total of 462 posts, divided as follows:

• Graduate Apprentice: 273 vacancies

• Technician (Diploma) Apprentice: 189 vacancies

The vacancies span multiple engineering and technical disciplines, offering candidates from diverse academic backgrounds a chance to train at India's premier launch vehicle development centre.

Walk-In Date, Time and Venue

• Date: July 25, 2026 (Saturday)

• Time: 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM

• Venue: VSSC Pavilion, Karthika Thirunal Government Vocational and Higher Secondary School for Girls, Manacaud, Thiruvananthapuram

Candidates should reach the venue well before time with a complete set of documents, as applications submitted only at the venue will be considered.

Documents Required for VSSC Walk-In Interview 2026

Candidates must carry original documents along with self-attested photocopies of the following:

• Degree or Diploma certificate

• Consolidated mark sheet

• Class 10 certificate (as proof of date of birth)

• One passport-size photograph

• Experience certificate, if applicable

Category Certificates for Reserved Candidates

Applicants under reserved categories must additionally produce valid supporting documents:

• SC/ST candidates: Caste certificate

• OBC candidates: Valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate in the prescribed Government of India format

• EWS candidates: Income and Asset Certificate for financial year 2026-27

• PwBD candidates: Valid disability certificate issued by the competent authority

VSSC Apprentice Selection Process 2026: No Written Exam

A key highlight of this recruitment is that there is no written examination. Selection will be entirely merit-based, with candidates shortlisted according to the highest marks obtained in their qualifying examination. Reservation rules will apply as per Government of India norms.

VSSC has advised all applicants to carefully verify their eligibility before attending the drive and to ensure their document set is complete to avoid last-minute inconvenience on interview day.

Official Notification

Candidates can read the complete official notification on the VSSC website: https://www.vssc.gov.in/assets/img/PDF/Recruitment/Notification_Interview170726.pdf