Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC)

Scientist/Engineer/ Research Scientist

Eligibility : ME/M.Tech, MSc(Chemistry), BE/B.Tech(chemical engineering)

Location : Thiruvananthapuram

Last Date : 24 Apr 2017

Scientist/Engineer

Post No : 1320

No. of Posts : 03

Qualification : M.E/M.Tech or equivalent in Engineering Mechanics/Machine Design/Mechanical Design in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 60% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of a minimum of 6.5 on a 10 scale or equivalent and B.E/B.Tech or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.84 on a 10 scale or equivalent.

Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC)

Graduate Apprentices

Eligibility : BSc, BE/B.Tech

Location : Kollam

Last Date : 05 Nov 2016

Hiring Process : Walk - In

VSSC Looking for 109 Graduate Apprentices for the Training Year 2016-17 in various Discipline 

Eligibility: First Class Engg. Degree (Four/three year duration )granted by an Indian University in the respective field with not less than 65% marks /6.84 CGPA.

Candidates who have passed B.E/B.Tech /BLISc in after April 2014 are only eligible to apply.

Aeronautical Engineering / 06 Posts

Chemical Engineering /05 Posts

Civil Engineering /04 Posts

Computer Science / Engineering /12 Posts

Electrical Engineering/04 Posts

Electronics Engineering / 30 Posts

Mechanical Engineering/ 29 Posts

Metallurgy/04 Posts

Production Engineering/05 Posts

Library & Information Science /10 Posts

Eligibility:  Degree+ First Class BLiSc with not less than 60% marks.

Age : 30 years as on 05th November 2016

Pay Scale: The duration of training will be one year from the date of joining and the stipend is Rs.5000/- per month.

How to Apply 

Walk-In Interview on 22/10/2016, Saturday at 9.00 AM to 3.00 PM   

Category : B.E/B.Tech  

Branches:  Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Aeronautical/ Aerospace & Production Engg.

Walk-In Interview on 05/11/2016, Saturday at 9.00 AM to 3.00 PM   

Category : B.E/B.Tech/ BLISc    

Branches: Electrical, Electronics, Computer Sci/ Engg, Metallurgy & Library & IT.

Venue: Younus College of Engg & Technology, Pallimukku, Vadakkevila PO, Kollam District, Kerala.

Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC)

Technician Apprentices

Eligibility : Diploma(Auto, Chem, Civil, Commercial Art, CSE, Electrical, Electronic Media, Instrmn, Mech)

Location : Kochi

Last Date : 23 Jul 2016

Hiring Process : Walk - In

Designated Field/Discipline & No. of Vacancies and Qualification

1. Automobile Engg. : 08 

2. Chemical Engg. : 25 

3. Civil Engg. : 08 

4. Computer Sci/Engg. : 15

5. Electrical Engg. : 10 

6. Electronics Engg. :  40 

7. Instrument Technology : 06 

8. Mechanical Engg. :  46

9. Commercial Practice : 75

Qualification : First Class Diploma (three year duration) awarded by a State Technical Board/ University in the respective field with not less than 60% marks.  

10. Catering Technology : 08

Qualification : A pass in 3 year's Diploma in Catering Technology awarded by a State Technical Board

Stipend : The duration of training will be one year from the date of joining and the stipend is Rs. 3542/- per month. 

Age Limit : Upper age limit is 30 years as on 23.07.2016 (33 years for OBC, 35 years for SC/ST. Additional 10 years relaxation for PWD candidates in their respective categories). For SI. No. 09, maximum age limit is 24 years (27 for OBC, 29 for SC/ST. Additional 10 years relaxation for PWD candidates in their respective categories). Reservation to SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates is applicable as per Govt. of India rules. 

How to apply

Interested candidates may visit the VSSC pavilion during the Centralised Walk-in-Interviewarranged by Board of Apprenticeship Training (BOAT), Chennai, as per the following schedule. Candidates should attach self attested true copies of certificate and consolidated mark list of their Diploma qualification and proof of date of birth (copy of SSLC/SSC/AISSE/ICSE) while submitting their application at the Centralized Walk-In Interview venue. Copies of experience, if any, copy of caste/community certificate (if belongs to SC/ST), Non-Creamy layer certificate (if belongs to OBC), Disability certificate (if PWD candidate) also to be furnished.

Date, Day and Time : 23.07.2016 (Saturday) at 9.00 AM to 1.00 PM 

Venue : Govt. Polytechnic College, Kalamassery, Ernakulam District, Kerala.

Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC)

Scientist / Engineer

Eligibility : ME/M.Tech(Electrical, ECE, ICE, Optical Communication, Structural), MSc(Chemistry), BE/B.Tech(chemical engineering, ECE)

Location : Thiruvananthapuram

Last Date : 11 Jul 2016

Hiring Process : Written-test

Scientist /Engineer recruitment in Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC)

Post No : 1308

Qualification : 1. M.E/M.Tech or equivalent in Power Electronics in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 60% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of a minimum of 6.5 on a 10 scale or equivalent and 2. B.E/B.Tech or equivalent in Electronics & Communication Engineering in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.84 on a 10 scale or equivalent.

No. of Post : 01

Post No : 1309

Qualification : 1. M.E/M.Tech or equivalent in Instrumentation & Control Engineering in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 60% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of a minimum of 6.5 on a 10 scale or equivalent and 2.  B.E/B.Tech or equivalent in Electronics & Communication Engineering in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.84 on a 10 scale or equivalent.

No. of Post : 01

Post No : 1310

Qualification : 1. M.E/M.Tech or equivalent in Applied Electronics in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 60% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of a minimum of 6.5 on a 10 scale or equivalent and 2.  B.E/B.Tech or equivalent in Electronics & Communication Engineering in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.84 on a 10 scale or equivalent.

No. of Post : 01

Post No : 1311

Qualification : 1. M.E/M.Tech or equivalent in Optics/Optical Engineering in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 60% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of a minimum of 6.5 on a 10 scale or equivalent and 2.  B.E/B.Tech or equivalent in Electronics & Communication Engineering in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.84 on a 10 scale or equivalent.

No. of Post : 01

Post No : 1312

Qualification : 1. M.E/M.Tech or equivalent in VLSI/Micro Electronics/Semi conductor devices in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 60% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of a minimum of 6.5 on a 10 scale or equivalent and 2.  B.E/B.Tech or equivalent in Electronics & Communication Engineering in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.84 on a 10 scale or equivalent.

No. of Post : 01

Post No : 1313

Qualification : 1.M.E/M.Tech or equivalent in Structural Engineering in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 60% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of a minimum of 6.5 on a 10 scale or equivalent and 2.  B.E/B.Tech or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.84 on a 10 scale or equivalent.

No. of Post : 02

Post No : 1314

Qualification : 1.M.E/M.Tech or equivalent in Applied Mechanics in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 60% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of a minimum of 6.5 on a 10 scale or equivalent and 2.  B.E/B.Tech or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.84 on a 10 scale or equivalent.

No. of Post : 01

Post No : 1315

Qualification : 1. M.E/M.Tech or equivalent in Industrial Tribology and Maintenance Engineering in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 60% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of a minimum of 6.5 on a 10 scale or equivalent and 2.B.E/B.Tech or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.84 on a 10 scale or equivalent.

No. of Post : 01

Post No : 1316

Qualification : 1. M.E/M.Tech or equivalent in Electrical Engineering (Electrical Machines/Power Electronics/ Electrical Machines & Drives) in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 60% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of a minimum of 6.5 on a 10 scale or equivalent and 2.  B.E/B.Tech or equivalent in Electrical & Electronics Engineering in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.84 on a 10 scale or equivalent.

No. of Post : 01

Post No : 1317

Qualification : 1. M.E/M.Tech in Power Systems or  M.E/M.Tech in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems) or equivalent in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 60% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of a minimum of 6.5 on a 10 scale or equivalent and 2. B.E/B.Tech or equivalent in Electrical & Electronics Engineering in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.84 on a 10 scale or equivalent.

No. of Post : 01

Post No.: 1318

Qualification : B.E/B.Tech or equivalent in Chemical Engineering in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of a minimum of 6.84 on a 10 scale or equivalent.

No. of Post : 04

Post No.: 1319

Qualification : M.Sc. degree in Chemistry (General Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry/ Applied Chemistry) in First Class with an aggregate minimum of 65% marks (average of all semesters) or CGPA/CPI grading of a minimum of 6.84 on a 10 scale or equivalent.

No. of Post : 02

Age Limit : Maximum age limit is 35 years and  Minimum age is 18 years for all posts.

Scale of Pay : Rs. 15,600-39,100/- + Grade Pay Rs.  5,400/-

Payment of Application Fee : There will be a non-refundable application fee of Rs.250/-(Rupees Two Hundred and Fifty only) for each application. Fee is to be paid online through Credit Card / Debit Card / Internet Banking or can be deposited in any State Bank of India branchthrough SBI Collect facility. No other mode of payment will be acceptable and the fee will not be refundable under any circumstances. Female/Scheduled Castes (SC)/ Scheduled Tribes (ST)/Ex-serviceman [EX] and Persons with Disabilities (PWD) candidates are exempted from payment of Application Fee.  Application fee is mandatory for all non-exempted category candidates, without which (application fee) application will not be considered.

Selection Process : Based on the online bio-data, initial screening will be conducted for shortlisting the candidates for written test/interview. The Centre may adopt the method of conducting written test for initial screening or may directly shortlist the candidates for interview by fixing a higher cut-off percentage of marks scored in the essential qualification course. Candidates called for Written Test/interview will have the option to answer the questions in Hindi also. Please note that the qualification prescribed is the minimum requirement and the same does not automatically make candidates eligible for written test/interview. If written test is opted for preliminary screening, the written test score will not reflect in the final selection process. The final selection will be based on performance of candidates in the interview only.

How to apply

Applications will be received on-line only from 1000 hours on 27.06.2016 to 1700 hours on 11.07.2016.

After submission of on-line application, it is mandatory for the applicant to send the following documents by speed post without which online application will not be considered.

1. A confirmatory copy of the online application.

2. Self-attested copies of all testimonials in proof of educational qualifications, experience, age, disability certificate etc.

3. No Objection Certificate, from the employer concerned in respect of those applicants who are employed under Central / State Government / Public Sector Undertakings / Autonomous Bodies, etc.

The candidates have to send the mentioned documents to Senior Administrative Officer, Recruitment & Review Section, Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, Thiruvananthapuram – 695022 by speed post super scribing “Recruitment To The Post Of Sci/Engr SC (Advertisement No. …& Post No….) ]” on the envelope within 07 days of submission of the online application and in any case not later than 18.07.2016.

Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC)

Vacancy Name : Lab Technician & More Vacancies
Educational Qualification : 10TH, 12TH, ITI
Total No Of  Vacancy : 75 Posts
Salary : Rs.5,200-20,200/-per month
Job Location : Thiruvananthapuram
Last Date To Apply For This Job :  11/04/2016

1. Candidates can apply on or before  11/04/2016
2. The selection process consists of (1) written test and (2) skill test. The written test will be conducted first and short-listing will be done based on the written test scores and required number of candidates (ratio between vacancy and number of candidates to be called for skill test) alone shall be called for skill test. Written test will be conducted in such a way that theoretical and practical knowledge of the candidate is tested covering both breadth and depth of the prescribed curriculum. The skill test will be purely on ‘go-no-go’ basis and marks obtained in the skill test will not be considered for selection. The skill test will be evaluated on a 100 point scale with minimum 60% for qualification. The final selection will be done amongst qualified candidates, purely based on the scores obtained in the written test. From amongst candidates who qualify in the skill test with 60% marks, empanelment will be done in the order of marks obtained in the written test. In case of a tie in the written scores, the academic scores of the notified qualification will be the tie-breaker. Please note that the qualification prescribed above for the posts advertised is the minimum requirement and the same does not automatically make the candidates eligible for selection.

1. The posts are temporary, but likely to continue.
2. THOSE WHO POSSESS THE REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AS ON THE LAST DATE OF APPLICATION ONLY NEED TO APPLY.
3. Age limit (as on 11.04.2016) : For Post Nos.1292, 1293, 1305 & 1306 maximum age limit is 35 years for UR category, 38 years for OBC category & 40 years for SC category. For Post Nos.1294 & 1295, maximum age limit is 35 years for UR category & 38 years for OBC category. For Post Nos.1291, 1296 to 1304, maximum age limit is 35 years (for UR category only). For Post No.1307, maximum age limit is 25 years (for UR category only). Ex-Servicemen, Meritorious Sportsperson & Persons With Disability (PWD), Widowed/Divorced women, are eligible for age relaxation as per Government of India orders. Minimum age is 18 years for all posts. as per Government of India orders. Minimum age is 18 years for all posts.
4. For the post of Technician-B, Draughtsman-B & Lab Technician A, the Organisation has a progressive HRD policy and provides an excellent growth potential for the right individual through its periodical merit based performance review system (called Merit Promotion Scheme) de-linked from availability of vacancies at higher post, by which the staff are being evaluated for the advancement of their career in the Organisation.
5. The Organisation provides medical facilities (Contributory Health Service Scheme) for self and dependants, free transport facilities/transport allowance, subsidised canteen facilities, housing accommodation subject to availability, in addition to the facilities available to the other Central Government Staff. The Centre has a well-maintained Central School and a well-stocked Library that provides an excellent opportunity for professional development.
6. At present the place of posting is VSSC, Thiruvananthapuram, but the selected candidates are liable to be posted in any of the Units of the Indian Space Research Organisation/Department of Space situated anywhere in India as and when required.
7. Candidates will have to produce proof of the details furnished in their applications submitted on-line as and when required.
8. SC candidates will have to submit self attested copy of SC certificate issued by the Competent Authority in the prescribed format applicable for reservation in jobs under Government of India at the time of skill test.
9. In respect of OBC candidates, reservation will be available only to candidates, who do not fall in the Creamy Layer and have to submit latest OBC (non-creamy layer) certificate issued by the Competent Authority in the prescribed format applicable for reservation in jobs under Government of India at the time of written test/skill test. OBC certificate must specifically include the clause regarding exclusion from Creamy Layer and should be updated/valid at the relevant point of time i.e. at the time of submission of application form for the above post. OBC candidates, must therefore, furnish valid and updated OBC certificate which should specifically include the clause regarding “Exclusion from Creamy Layer” in order to be considered against the posts reserved for OBC at the time of skill test.

How To Apply?:

1. The candidates appointed under PWD and Ex-servicemen quota will be adjusted against the vacancy of respective categories of SC/OBC/Un-Reserved (UR). Persons suffering from not less than 40% of relevant disability shall alone be eligible for the benefit of reservation and other relaxation as permissible under rules.
2. Persons with Disability (PWD) can apply to the posts suitable to them even if the post is not reserved for them. However, such candidates will be considered for selection to such post by general standard of merit.
3. The above vacancies may vary depending upon the actual requirement.
4. Applications will be received on-line only and all further communications will be made to the applicants through e-mail/VSSC website only. Therefore, the applicants are advised to check their e-mail and visit the VSSC website from time to time The application format for on-line registration is available in the website http://www.vssc.gov.in from ­­­­­­­­­­­1000 hours on 21.03.2016 to 1700 hours on 11.04.2016.
5. Important Dates to Remember 1. Opening Date for Online Registration: 21.03.2016, 10:00 Hrs 2. Closing Date for Online Registration: 11.04.2016, 17:00 Hrs
6. Upon on-line registration, applicants will be provided with an on-line Registration Number, which should be carefully preserved for future reference. The candidates are also advised to take a print out of the online application for future reference.  The applicant need not send any documents such as print out of online applications, receipt of cash payment, copies of certificates/mark lists in proof of educational qualification, work experience, age etc.  Payment of Application fee : There will be a non-refundable application fee of Rs.100/- (Rupees One Hundred only) for each application. Fee is to be paid online through Credit Card / Debit Card / Internet Banking or can be deposited in any State Bank of India branch (through SBI Collect facility). No other mode of payment will be acceptable and the fee will not be refundable under any circumstances. Female / Scheduled Castes (SC)/ Scheduled Tribes (ST)/Ex-serviceman [EX] and Persons with Disabilities (PWD) candidates are exempted from payment of Application Fee. Please note that the applications without Application Fee for non exempted categories will not be considered under any circumstances.

Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC)

Vacancy Name : Junior Research Fellow, Research Associate
Educational Qualification : M.Sc, M.Phil/Ph.d
Total No Of  Vacancy : 17 Posts
Salary : Rs.25,000-38,000/-per month
Job Location : Thiruvananthapuram
Last Date To Apply For This Job :  22/02/2016
Address For The Job Vacancy : Senior Administrative Officer, Recruitment & Review Section, Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 022

Applications are invited for JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP (JRF) & RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (RA) positions tenable at one of the premier research institutions in India, the Space Physics Laboratory (SPL) of Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), Thiruvananthapuram. VSSC is one of the lead centres of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Space Physics Laboratory (SPL), a pioneer institution dedicated for research in different disciplines of Atmospheric, Space, and Planetary Sciences, offers excellent and challenging research opportunities in various fields, including Physics, Chemistry and Dynamics of surface, lower, middle, and upper atmosphere, ionosphere and their coupling processes, Land-Atmosphere-Ocean Interaction, Aerosols, Trace Gases, Clouds, Space Weather phenomena and Lunar & Planetary Explorations.  SPL is involved in major space and atmospheric science programmes of the country, such as Chandrayaan, Mars Mission, YouthSat, Megha-Tropiques, ISRO-Geosphere Biosphere Programme, etc. Well-equipped laboratories and major experimental facilities are available exclusively for these studies, besides access to the scientific data from ISRO’s and other satellites. SPL also co-ordinates major experimental campaigns, at national and international level, using balloons, aircrafts, rockets, and research ship cruises, and is a leading contributor to India’s polar research programme. SPL has a very vibrant research fellowship programme, with strength of about 20 to 25 students at any time of the year. SPL proposes to recruit Junior Research Fellows (JRFs) based on the following criteria and service conditions as per the new norms issued by DoS vide Order No. A.9/2/1/2005-II (I) dated 30th January 2015.

1. No of Post : 08 Posts
2. Eligibility : a) M.Sc. Degree in Physics/Applied Physics/Space Physics /Atmospheric Science/Meteorology/ Space Science/Planetary Sciences/Astronomy/ Astrophysics or any other allied field or with M.Sc. Physics with specialization in any one of the above subjects including Electronics, or M. Tech in Atmospheric/Space/Planetary Sciences/Applied Physics or allied fields with minimum 60% marks as average of all semesters or CGPA/CPI grading of 6.5 on a 10 point scale or equivalent, and b) Applicants should also have qualified one of the following: 1. CSIR-UGC National Eligibility Test, including NET-Lectureship. 2. Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) conducted by MHRD. 3. Joint Admission Test (JAM) conducted by MHRD. 4. Joint Entrance Screening Test (JEST)
3. Age Limit : 28 years as on 22.02.2016 (31 years for OBC candidates and 33 years in case of SC/ST candidates. Persons with Disability are eligible for age relaxation as per rules).
4. Pay and Allowances : The Fellowship is initially for a period of ONE YEAR and is renewable annually for a total period of FIVE years. There will be a review of the activity every year before renewal. The Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) carries an amount of Rs.25,000 per month, with a possibility to be increased to Rs.28,000/-, a Senior Research Fellowship (SRF), after two years, on successful completion and review of research work of the previous two years by a review committee.Candidates are eligible for HRA as per rules of VSSC.

Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre

Date of Walk-in-Interview: 17 October 2015 and 31 October 2015

Name of the Post: Graduate Apprentice - 109 Posts

Name of the Designated Field:

• Aeronautcal/Aerospace Engg
• Chemical Engg
• Civil Engg
• Computer Science/Engg
• Electrical Engg
• Electronics Engg
• Mechanical Engg
• Metallurgy
• Production Engg
• Library and Information Science

Educational Qualification:

• Aeronautcal/Aerospace Engg- First Class Engg. Degree (Four/three year duration granted by an Indian University in the respective field with not less than 65% marks.
• Chemical Engg- First Class Engg. Degree (Four/three year duration granted by an Indian University in the respective field with not less than 65% marks.
• Civil Engg- First Class Engg. Degree (Four/three year duration granted by an Indian University in the respective field with not less than 65% marks.
• Computer Science/Engg- First Class Engg. Degree (Four/three year duration granted by an Indian University in the respective field with not less than 65% marks.
• Electrical Engg- First Class Engg. Degree (Four/three year duration granted by an Indian University in the respective field with not less than 65% marks.

Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC)

Name of Post:- Typist, Cook, Fireman, Draughtsman, Attendant
Eligibility:- Graduation, Metric, Degree, SSC
Job Location:- Kerala
Pay Scale:- Rs. 5200 – 20200/- Per Month
Last Date:- 31^st July 2015

Total no. of Posts:- 06 Posts

Hindi Typist:- 01 Posts

• Qualification:- Candidate should have Graduation with 1^st class as declared by the university. The candidates should have studied Hindi as one of the subject at Matriculation / Degree level or passed either of these examination in Hindi medium and Hindi typewriting speed @25 w.o.m. on computer.
• Pay Scale:- Rs 5200 – 20200/- Per Month
• Age Limit:- The age of the candidates should be 26 years for UR category.

Fireman:- 01 Posts

• Qualification:- Candidate should have SSLC / SSC pass and should satisfy the prescribed physical Fitness / Endurance Test standard.
• Pay Scale:- Rs 5200 – 20200/- Per Month
• Age Limit:- The age of the candidates should be 25 years for UR category.

Draughtsman:- 01 Posts