ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Telemetry Tracking & Command Network (ISTRAC), Bengaluru has released an official advertisement (Advt. No. ISTRAC:01:2026) for the engagement of Graduate, Diploma, and Trade (ITI) Apprentices for the training year 2026-2027.
If you completed your degree, diploma, or ITI in 2024, 2025, or 2026, this is a golden opportunity to work with India’s premier space agency. Applications are accepted strictly via email, and the last date to apply is July 31, 2026.
Read on to find out category-wise vacancy details, stipends, eligibility, and the step-by-step application process.
Overview : ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Recruitment Board | Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) – ISTRAC PDF |
| Advt No. |
ISTRAC:01:2026 |
| Post Name |
Graduate, Diploma & Trade (ITI) Apprentices |
| Total Vacancies |
102 Positions |
| Training Duration |
1 Year (12 Months) |
| Application Mode |
Email Only |
| Last Date to Apply |
July 31, 2026 |
| Official Website |
nats.education.gov.in |
Vacancy details:ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Graduate Apprentice Trainee
| Computer Science Engineering and allied branches | 23 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering and allied branches | 28 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering and allied branches | 3 |
| Mechanical Engineering and allied branches | 4 |
| Civil Engineering | 1 |
| B.Sc. (CS/IT) | 1 |
| Library Science | 2 |
| Total | 62 |
Diploma Apprentice Trainee
| Mechanical Engineering and allied branches | 3 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering and allied branches | 3 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering and allied branches | 6 |
| Civil Engineering and allied branches | 1 |
| Computer Science Engineering and allied branches | 7 |
| Commercial Practice | 5 |
| Total Vacancy | 25 |
Trade ITI
| Electronics Mechanic | 4 |
| Machinist | 1 |
| Electrical | 1 |
| IT-TSM | 1 |
| Fitter | 1 |
| Total | 8 |
Eligibility Criteria : ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026
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Passing Year: Only candidates who passed out during the years 2024, 2025, and 2026 are eligible. You must join within 3 years of passing your course.
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NATS Registration: Candidates must be compulsorily registered on the NATS Portal (nats.education.gov.in) and possess a valid NATS Enrollment Number
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Exclusions: Candidates with 1 year or more of job experience, or those who have already completed an apprenticeship, are not eligible. Private degrees, short-term certificates, or candidates pursuing higher studies (like B.E. for diploma holders) are not acceptable.
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Nationality: Only Indian Nationals can apply.
Selection process:ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The applications will be scrutinized / screened and candidates will be called for document verification/interview and panel will be drawn based on the academic scores in Degree / Diploma ITI level & performance of the candidates in interview.
how to apply:ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Register on the NATS portal and obtain the Enrollment Number.
- Prepare scanned copies of all required documents.
- Mention the correct Post Code in the email subject.
- Include Name, Contact Number, Qualification, Passing Year, and NATS Enrollment Number in the email body.
- Send the application to the dedicated email address of the preferred training centre.
- Submit the application before 31 July 2026.
| Centre | e-mail ID |
| ISTRAC, Bengaluru | apprmt_blr@istrac.gov.in |
| ISTRAC, Lucknow | apprmt_lko@istrac.gov.in |
| ISTRAC, Sri Vijaya Puram | apprmt_ixz@istrac.gov.in |
Important links :
| Notification | Read |
| Sathigujarati Home Page | Visit |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for ISRO ISTRAC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to submit your application via the designated email address is July 31, 2026.
Q2: Can I apply if I graduated before 2024?
A: No. Only candidates who successfully passed their B.E./B.Tech, Diploma, or ITI courses in the years 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible to apply for this training cycle.
Q3: Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
A: No, there is no application fee. You only need to send your documents and required details to the official center email address.
Desclaimer:
The information provided above is for educational and guidance purposes only, compiled from the official ISRO ISTRAC recruitment advertisement (Advt No. ISTRAC:01:2026). While we strive to keep all details accurate and up to date, job rules and schedules are subject to change by the recruiting authority. Candidates are strongly advised to cross-verify all eligibility criteria and application instructions on the official NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) before submitting their application. Sathi Gujarati is not responsible for any discrepancies or subsequent changes made by the department.
