The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is inviting applications for the positions of Graduate Apprentice and Technician (Diploma) Apprentice. A total of 54 vacancies are available, and the last date to apply is 2 November 2026.
DRDO Graduate Apprentice and Technician Recruitment 2026: 54 Posts: Overview
| Organization | Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice and Technician (Diploma) Apprentice |
| Advt No | ITR/HRD/AT/11/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 54 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | ITR, Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha |
| Official Website | drdo.gov.in |
Important Dates
The application must reach ITR, Chandipur, on or before the specified date.
| Last Date for Receipt of Offline Application | 2 November 2026 |
Age Limit
The minimum age required is 18 years. The maximum age limit and applicable relaxations will be governed by the Apprentices Act, 1961, Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, and applicable NATS 2.0 / NAPS guidelines.
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | Not specified |
Vacancy Details
The vacancies are distributed across various disciplines for both Graduate and Technician Apprentices.
| Qualification / Discipline | Vacancies |
| B.E./B.Tech – Computer Science and related disciplines | 8 |
| B.E./B.Tech – Electronics and related disciplines | 8 |
| B.E./B.Tech – Electrical Engineering | 2 |
| B.E./B.Tech – Mechanical Engineering | 1 |
| B.E./B.Tech – Aerospace Engineering | 1 |
| B.Lib.Sc – Library Science | 2 |
| B.E./B.Tech – Safety Engineering | 2 |
| BBA – Administration / HR | 4 |
| B.Com – Financial Accounting / Cost Accounting | 4 |
| Total Graduate Apprentice Vacancies | 32 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Applicants must have completed the relevant qualification for the apprenticeship category and discipline selected. Candidates who passed their qualifying examination in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible to apply, provided they meet all other conditions. Only regular candidates are eligible; distance education or part-time candidates cannot apply.
| Post Name | Qualification |
| Graduate Apprentice | B.E./B.Tech in specified engineering disciplines |
| Technician Apprentice | Diploma in specified disciplines |
Salary and Pay Scale
Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend based on their apprenticeship category.
| Post Name | Stipend |
| Graduate Apprentice | Rs. 12,300 per month |
| Technician Apprentice | Rs. 10,900 per month |
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based on a Written Test, Personal Interview, or both, conducted for shortlisted candidates. The exact method of shortlisting will be determined by ITR.
- Written Test
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
How to Apply
Candidates must follow these steps to apply for the positions.
- Visit the DRDO website: www.drdo.gov.in and locate advertisement ITR/HRD/AT/11/2026.
- Obtain the application form: Download Annexure-A from the advertisement.
- Ensure NATS registration: Register on the NATS portal and keep your enrollment number ready.
- Fill in the form: Provide details about your apprenticeship category, discipline, personal information, and educational qualifications.
- Typewritten application: Ensure the application is typewritten and includes your signature.
- Attach documents: Include self-attested copies of educational certificates, identity proof, and other required documents.
- Prepare the envelope: Write the apprenticeship category and discipline on the sealed envelope.
- Send by post: Dispatch the application using Speed Post or Registered Post only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
Yes, candidates with no prior work experience or training after obtaining their essential qualification are eligible to apply.
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
The notification does not specify if multiple applications are allowed; candidates should apply for one post only.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates must provide self-attested educational certificates, identity proof, and a Medical Fitness Certificate at the time of joining.
Documents Required
- Application form (Annexure-A)
- Self-attested educational certificates
- Self-attested mark sheets
- Identity proof
- Medical Fitness Certificate
- Recent passport-size photograph
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a handwritten application instead of typewritten.
- Not enclosing required self-attested documents.
- Failing to register on the NATS portal before applying.
- Incorrectly addressing the envelope or missing the post code.
- Not retaining a copy of the submitted application for records.
ମୁଖ୍ୟ ସୂଚନା ଓଡ଼ିଆରେ
- ସଂସ୍ଥା: ଡିଫେନ୍ସ ରିସର୍ଚ୍ଚ ଏବଂ ଡେଭେଲପମେଣ୍ଟ ଅର୍ଗାନାଇଜେସନ୍ (DRDO)
- ପଦ: ଗ୍ରାଜୁଏଟ୍ ଅପ୍ପ୍ରେଣ୍ଟିସ୍ ଏବଂ ଟେକ୍ନିସିଆନ୍ (ଡିପ୍ଲୋମା) ଅପ୍ପ୍ରେଣ୍ଟିସ୍
- କୁଳ ପଦ: 54
- ଯୋଗ୍ୟତା: B.E./B.Tech, ଡିପ୍ଲୋମା, BBA, B.Com, B.Lib.Sc
- ଆୟୁ ସୀମା: 18 ବର୍ଷ
- ଅନ୍ତିମ ତାରିଖ: 2 ନଭେମ୍ବର 2026
- କିପରି ଆବେଦନ କରିବେ: ଆଫ୍ଲାଇନ୍ ମାଧ୍ୟମରେ
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्थान: डिफेंस रिसर्च एंड डेवलपमेंट ऑर्गेनाइजेशन (DRDO)
- पद: ग्रेजुएट अपरेंटिस और टेक्निशियन (डिप्लोमा) अपरेंटिस
- कुल पद: 54
- योग्यता: B.E./B.Tech, डिप्लोमा, BBA, B.Com, B.Lib.Sc
- आयु सीमा: 18 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 2 नवंबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑफलाइन माध्यम से
