The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), through its prestigious Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad, has officially released the notification for DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025. This recruitment drive is inviting applications from young and meritorious Indian nationals for Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Trade Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
If you are looking for a golden opportunity to work with India’s premier defence and missile research institute, this is your chance! Let’s go through all the important details like eligibility, vacancies, stipend, selection process, how to apply, and official links. 🚀
✨ Key Highlights: DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad |
| Notification No. | RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2025-26 |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice, Technician (Diploma) Apprentice, ITI Trade Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 195 Posts |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 27 September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 October 2025 |
| Official Website | www.drdo.gov.in |
📋 Vacancy Details: DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025
| Category | Qualification | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | B.E/B.Tech in ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical | 40 |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | Diploma in ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical | 20 |
| ITI Trade Apprentice | ITI in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic Diesel, Draughtsman (Mech.), Electronic Mechanic, Electrician, COPA, Library Assistant | 135 |
| Total | 195 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria: DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025
- Nationality: Candidate must be an Indian citizen.
- Age Limit: Minimum 18 years (as on 01 Sept 2025). Upper age as per Apprenticeship rules.
- Educational Qualification:
- Graduate Apprentice: B.E/B.Tech in relevant discipline.
- Diploma Apprentice: Diploma in relevant field.
- ITI Apprentice: ITI NCVT/SCVT trade pass.
- Passing Year Requirement: Only candidates who completed qualification in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, or 2025 with 70% and above marks are eligibleDRDO-Apprentice-Recruitment-202…
⚠️ Note:
- Candidates with higher qualifications or more than one year of work experience are not eligible.
- Those who already completed apprenticeship training are also not eligible.
🎓 Educational Qualification
- Graduate Apprentice → B.E/B.Tech (ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical)
- Diploma Apprentice → Diploma (ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical)
- ITI Apprentice → ITI in relevant trades (Fitter, Welder, Machinist, etc.)
🎂 Age Limit (as on 01 Sept 2025)
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: As per Apprenticeship rules & Government of India guidelines (with relaxation for reserved categories).
💰 Stipend / Salary
- Stipend will be paid as per Government norms under Apprenticeship Act, 1961DRDO-Apprentice-Recruitment-202…
- Aadhaar-seeded bank account is mandatory for stipend disbursement through DBT.
🏆 Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on Academic Merit
- Interview / Document Verification (if required)
- Medical Fitness Test
Candidates will be informed about selection via email.
📝 How to Apply for DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025
- Graduate/Diploma Apprentices:
Register at NATS Portal using Enrolment ID: STLRAC000010. - ITI Apprentices:
Register at Apprenticeship India Portal → Search Establishment Name: Research Centre Imarat → Establishment ID: E05203600040 → Apply for your trade. - Upload scanned copies of certificates (10th, Diploma/Degree/ITI, Aadhaar, Caste, Bank passbook).
- Last Date to Apply: 26 October 2025.
🔗 Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| DRDO Apprentice Notification PDF | Download Here |
| NATS Portal (Graduate/Diploma Apply) | Click Here |
| Apprenticeship India Portal (ITI Apply) | Click Here |
| DRDO Official Website | www.drdo.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 25 September 2025 |
| Application Start | 27 September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 October 2025 |
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