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LPSC Scientist / Engineer - SC Recruitment 2026

  • LPSC
  • Temporary
  • Kerala
  • Online application
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Application deadline

13 October 2026

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Posted 26 September 2026

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Quick facts

Vacancies
3
Qualification
B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical, Production, Metallurgy, Manufacturing or Material…
Age
Up to 30 years
Pay
₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500/month
Location
Kerala
Employment
Temporary
Apply mode
Online application
Reference
LPSC/03/2026

Overview

LPSC invites online applications from Indian nationals for three Scientist / Engineer - SC vacancies in Welding, Turbo Machinery and Power Electronics at Valiamala.

Positions & vacancies

3 vacancies across 1 post

Valiamala · Temporary

Age
Up to 30 years

Location-wise vacancy breakdown

LocationUR
Valiamala3

Eligibility

Scientist / Engineer - SC4 disciplines

Common Eligibility Conditions

Common age, nationality, course-duration and academic-policy requirements apply to all three disciplines.

Age

Maximum age 30 years as on 13 October 2026. Ex-Servicemen, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities and Departmental candidates are eligible for relaxation according to Government of India orders.as of 13 October 2026

Nationality

Indian nationalas of 13 October 2026

Physical

Physical requirements listed for all three posts are BA, BL, BN, C, H, MF, RU, RW, S, SE, SP and ST. BA means Both Arms; BL Both Legs; BN Bending; C Communication; H Hearing; MF Manipulation by Fingers; RU Running; RW Reading and Writing; S Sitting; SE Seeing; SP Speaking; ST Standing.

Other

  • The prescribed qualification for each post must have been completed within the stipulated duration of the course prescribed by the University.as of 13 October 2026
  • Professional courses pursued through Open and Distance Learning are not eligible.
  • AMIE or Grade IETE candidates must have at least 65% marks or CGPA 6.84 on a 10-point scale in Section B alone. The marks and CGPA thresholds are alternatives as stated in the advertisement.

Welding Educational Requirements

  • B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical, Production, Metallurgy, Manufacturing or Material Science, with aggregate minimum 65% marks or CGPA 6.84 on a 10-point scale. Percentage and CGPA are alternative academic thresholds.as of 13 October 2026
  • M.E./M.Tech. in Welding Technology, Mechanical Welding and Sheet Metal Engineering, Manufacturing with Welding as one subject, Metallurgy with Welding as one subject, or Production with Welding as one subject, with aggregate minimum 60% marks or CGPA/CPI 6.5 on a 10-point scale. Percentage and CGPA/CPI are alternative academic thresholds.as of 13 October 2026

Turbo Machinery Educational Requirements

  • B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical or Aerospace, with aggregate minimum 65% marks or CGPA 6.84 on a 10-point scale. Percentage and CGPA are alternative academic thresholds.as of 13 October 2026
  • M.E./M.Tech. in Turbo Machinery, Thermal & Fluids Engineering with Turbo Machinery as one subject, or Aerospace Propulsion with Turbo Machinery as one subject, with aggregate minimum 60% marks or CGPA/CPI 6.5 on a 10-point scale. Percentage and CGPA/CPI are alternative academic thresholds.as of 13 October 2026

Power Electronics Educational Requirements

  • B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation, Applied Electronics, Electrical & Electronics, Electrical, Avionics or Power Engineering, with aggregate minimum 65% marks or CGPA 6.84 on a 10-point scale. Percentage and CGPA are alternative academic thresholds.as of 13 October 2026
  • M.E./M.Tech. in Power Electronics, Power Electronics and Control, Power Control and Drives, Advanced Electrical Power System, Electrical and Electronics (Power Systems), High Voltage and Power Systems Engineering, or Industrial Power Control and Drives, with aggregate minimum 60% marks or CGPA/CPI 6.5 on a 10-point scale. Percentage and CGPA/CPI are alternative academic thresholds.as of 13 October 2026

Salary & benefits

₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500

per month

Pay Matrix for Scientist / Engineer - SC.

Selection process

  1. 1

    Written Test

    The Written Test has three parts totaling 100 marks: Part A discipline-specific MCQs for 60 marks, Part B aptitude and ability MCQs for 20 marks, and Part C descriptive technical questions for 20 marks. Candidates must obtain at least 50% in each part.

  2. 2

    Personal Interview

    Candidates are shortlisted for interview from the Written Test in a 1:5 ratio with a minimum of 10 candidates. The interview carries 100 marks and requires at least 50 marks to qualify.

Important dates

Application deadline

13 Oct 2026

2:00 PM

Other important dates

  • Advertisement dated26 September 2026
  • Online application registration opens29 September 2026 · 14:00
  • Application fee payment deadline14 October 2026 · 14:00
  • B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation, Applied Electronics, Electrical & Electronics, Electrical, Avionics or Power Engineering, with aggregate minimum 65% marks or CGPA 6.84 on a 10-point scale.13 October 2026
  • B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical or Aerospace, with aggregate minimum 65% marks or CGPA 6.84 on a 10-point scale.13 October 2026
  • B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical, Production, Metallurgy, Manufacturing or Material Science, with aggregate minimum 65% marks or CGPA 6.84 on a 10-point scale.13 October 2026
  • Indian national13 October 2026
  • M.E./M.Tech. in Power Electronics, Power Electronics and Control, Power Control and Drives, Advanced Electrical Power System, Electrical and Electronics (Power Systems), High Voltage and Power Systems Engineering, or Industrial Power Control and Drives, with aggregate minimum 60% marks or CGPA/CPI 6.5 on a 10-point scale.13 October 2026
  • M.E./M.Tech. in Turbo Machinery, Thermal & Fluids Engineering with Turbo Machinery as one subject, or Aerospace Propulsion with Turbo Machinery as one subject, with aggregate minimum 60% marks or CGPA/CPI 6.5 on a 10-point scale.13 October 2026
  • M.E./M.Tech. in Welding Technology, Mechanical Welding and Sheet Metal Engineering, Manufacturing with Welding as one subject, Metallurgy with Welding as one subject, or Production with Welding as one subject, with aggregate minimum 60% marks or CGPA/CPI 6.5 on a 10-point scale.13 October 2026
  • Maximum age 30 years as on 13 October 2026.13 October 2026
  • The prescribed qualification for each post must have been completed within the stipulated duration of the course prescribed by the University.13 October 2026

Application fee

  • All applicants

    ₹750

All applicants must initially pay Rs. 750. Refunds are made online only to candidates who appear for the Written Test. Female, SC, ST, PWBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates receive the full amount back. Other candidates receive Rs. 500 back, leaving Rs. 250 retained as the application fee. Bank transaction or user charges, if any, are borne by the candidate.

How to apply

  1. 1

    Online application

    Apply through the LPSC online Recruitment Portal. The portal is open from 14:00 hours on 29 September 2026 to 14:00 hours on 13 October 2026. Candidates applying for multiple post numbers must submit separate applications.

    URL: https://www.lpsc.gov.in

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Additional information

Selection summary

Selection consists of a Written Test followed by Personal Interview. Candidates are shortlisted for interview from the written test in a 1:5 ratio with a minimum of 10 candidates. Written Test and Personal Interview each carry 50% weightage in final panel generation. Candidates must meet the stated qualifying criteria in the written test, interview and aggregate.

Eligibility notes

Only Indian nationals need apply. The maximum age is 30 years as on 13 October 2026, with age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities and Departmental candidates according to Government of India orders. All posts are Unreserved. Required qualifications must be possessed by 13 October 2026 and must be from recognized Universities or Institutions.

Application instructions

Applications are accepted online only through the LPSC website. The online Recruitment Portal is available from 14:00 hours on 29 September 2026 to 14:00 hours on 13 October 2026. Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate applications. After successful online registration, no application printout, certificate copies, payment receipts or other documents need to be sent to LPSC.

Important notes

The posts are temporary but likely to continue indefinitely. Initial posting is at LPSC Valiamala, but selected candidates may be posted to any ISRO or Department of Space Unit or Centre in India when required. Professional courses pursued through Open and Distance Learning are not eligible. Canvassing in any form is a disqualification.

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