AGE LIMIT (as on 25.10.2017)

The minimum age for applying the above posts is 18 years. The maximum age limit is prescribed below:

The final selection will be done amongst qualified candidates, purely based on the scores obtained by them in the Written Test. From amongst candidates who qualify in the Skill test, with minimum 60% marks, empanelment shall be done in the order of marks obtained in the Written Test. Skill Test, wherever prescribed will be purely on go-no-go basis and marks obtained in the Skill Test shall not be considered for final selection. In case of a tie in Written Test scores, the academic scores of the prescribed qualification shall be the tie breaker.

Note: The Written Test/Skill Test will be conducted in Nagercoil/Mahendragiri only.

The Syllabus for Written Test and Skill Test for the posts excluding post codes 008 & 016 is purely based on the academic syllabus of the prescribed educational qualification.

SYLLABUS FOR WRITTEN TEST FOR THE POST OF FIREMAN A [POST CODE: 008]

Basic chemistry with reference to flammable liquids and gases LPG properties Relation between

• Pressure, volume and temperature
• Areas of triangle, rectangle and parallelogram

Volumes of cylinders, cones, sphere and cuboid Properties of Water, CO2, O2, H2, Inert gases Basic concept in the use of electricity and its hazards Simple Arithmetic (of Class X standard), Basic English, General Knowledge and Current Affairs

SYLLABUS FOR WRITTEN TEST FOR THE POST OF DRIVER-CUM-OPERATOR A [POST CODE: 016]

Basic chemistry with reference to flammable liquids and gases LPG properties Relation between

• Pressure, volume and temperature
• Areas of triangle, rectangle and parallelogram

Volumes of cylinders, cones, sphere and cuboid Properties of Water, CO2, O2, H2, Inert gases Basic concept in the use of electricity and its hazards Traffic regulations Trouble shooting and maintenance of vehicles Battery maintenance and charging Upkeep of log books Simple Arithmetic (of Class X standard), Basic English, General Knowledge and Current Affairs

PHYSICAL FITNESS STANDARDS FOR POST CODES 008 & 016

1. No deformity (inter-alia, bow legs, knock knees or flat foot shall be a disqualification)
2. Height -165 cm (minimum)
3. Weight -50 kg (minimum)
4. Chest -81 cm (minimum) Chest on expansion -86 cm (minimum)
5. Distant Vision -6/6 without glasses or any other aid
6. Near Vision -Normal, but presbyopic correction for persons above 40 years
7. Night blindness is a disqualification
8. Colour blindness is a disqualification
9. Each eye must have full field of vision
10. Squint or any other morbid condition of the eyes, or of the eyelids of either eye liable to the risk of aggravation or recurrence, shall be deemed to be a disqualification.
    
    

PHYSICAL ENDURANCE STANDARDS FOR POST CODES 008 & 016

Out of the above 8 events, candidates should select and qualify in atleast five. For qualifying in each event, minimum Two Star rating is essential.

viii.

It may be clearly noted that Online application once submitted cannot be edited later. Hence if any changes are to be made, the Applicant may apply once again. In case of multiple applications, the latest application will be considered.

a.

Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.

b.

The posts are temporary, but likely to continue indefinitely.

c.

Rounding off of marks not permitted.

d.

Those who possess the required qualification as on the last date of application only need to apply. Further selection process will be carried out on the basis of the information entered by the candidates in the On-line Application. Hence, any mismatch found in future at any stage of the recruitment process will summarily reject the candidature of the candidate.

e.

The essential qualifications for the above posts should have been acquired from a recognized State Board/University.

f.

Candidates will have to produce original documents in proof of the details such as qualifications, work experience, age, caste etc. furnished in their application including No-Objection certificate from current employer, in case candidate is employed, at the time of Skill Test for verification. Those who fail to produce the said documents will not be allowed to attend the Skill Test.

g.

Initially the place of posting will be in IPRC, but the candidates are liable to be posted in any of the Centres or Units of ISRO or Department of Space situated anywhere in India as and when required.

h.

For the above posts, the Organization has a progressive HRD policy and provides an excellent growth potential through its Merit Promotion Scheme where the employees are reviewed and promoted to next grade on merit after a prescribed residency period without reference to vacancies.

i.

Attractive benefits such as Medical (CHSS -Contributory Health Service Scheme) for self and dependents, Subsidized Canteen, Transport in lieu of Transport Allowance, Quarters in lieu of House Rent Allowance and other social security measures are provided to ISRO employees in addition to the facilities available to other Central Government employees such as House Building Advance, Leave Travel Concession, National Pension Scheme etc. The Unit also has a well-stocked Library that provides an excellent opportunity for professional development.

j.

The Unit reserves the right not to fill-up any of the posts, if it so decides.

k.

Those intending to apply for more than one post should submit separate applications for each post.

l.

GOVERNMENT STRIVES TO HAVE A WORKFORCE WHICH REFLECTS GENDER BALANCE. HENCE, WOMEN CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

m.

CANVASSING in ANY FORM will be a DISQUALIFICATION.

n.

No interim correspondence will be entertained. Any urgent queries or grievances shall be addressed to career@iprc.gov.in.

Opening Date of On-line Registration : October 09, 2017 10.00 Hrs Closing Date of On-line Registration : October 25, 2017 16.00 Hrs

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