Engagement of Apprentices for the year 2027
Post Wise Vacancy
DRDO has released 195 vacancies for the current recruitment cycle. The post-wise vacancy details are given in the table below. Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria for the specific post before applying.
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 50 |
| Technical Apprentice Diploma | 30 |
| Trade Apprentice ITI Pass out (NCVT/SCVT) | 115 |
| Total | 195 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil the post-wise eligibility criteria as notified by DRDO. The table below lists the age limit and minimum qualification required for each post. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST, OBC ,EWS,PH/PwD and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per Government of India norms.
| Post Name | Age Limit | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 18 Year | B.Tech/B.E (ECE, Instrumentation Engg, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering , Metallurgical Engg, Safety Engineering , Aeronautical Engineering ,Aerospace Engineering and Civil Engineering ) |
| Technical Apprentice Diploma | 18 Year | Diploma in (ECE, Instrumentation Engineering , EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering , Metallurgical Engineering and Safety Engineering ) |
| Trade Apprentice ITI Pass out (NCVT/SCVT) | 18 Year | ITI (Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic Diesel, Electronic-Mechanic, Electrician, and COPA (Computer Operator Programming Assistant) Draughtsman Engineering (Mechanical) and Grinder) |
Pay Scale
Selected candidates will receive the following salary / pay scale as per the 7th Pay Commission or organisation pay rules. In addition to basic pay, HRA, DA and other allowances are payable as per government norms.
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice / Tecnical Apprentice Diploma /ITI | As per Govt norms |
Selection Process
The selection for DRDO Recruitment 2026 will be done through the following stages. Candidates must qualify each round to be considered for the next stage.
How to Apply
Step 2: Find the official advertisement for this post and read it carefully before applying.
Step 3: Click on the 'Apply Online' link and register/login with your email and mobile number.
Step 4: Fill in all required details in the application form accurately (personal, educational, experience).
Step 5: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature and relevant certificates in the specified format.
Step 6: Pay the application fee (if applicable) via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card or UPI.
Step 7: Submit the application form and take a printout / save the PDF of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Dates
| 📅 Application Start Date | 01 Oct 2026 |
| ⏰ Last Date to Apply | 01 Nov 2026 (26 days left) |
Important Links
| 📄 Advertisement / Notification PDF | Download PDF ↗ |
| 🌐 Official Website | https://drdo.gov.in/ |
| Registration for Graduate and Diploma Apprentice | Visit ↗ |
| Registration for ITI | Visit ↗ |
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