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!
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | DRDO, Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad |
| Notification No. | RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2025-26 |
| Post Name | Graduate, Diploma & 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
| 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, etc. | 135 |
| Total | 195 |
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Candidate must be an Indian citizen.
Age Limit (as on 01 Sept 2025)
Minimum 18 years. 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 eligible.
Important 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.
Stipend / Salary
Stipend will be paid as per Government norms under Apprenticeship Act, 1961.
Aadhaar-seeded bank account is mandatory for stipend disbursement through DBT.
Selection Process
Academic Merit
Shortlisting based on academic performance
Document Verification
Verification of certificates and documents
Medical Fitness Test
Medical examination for selected candidates
How to Apply
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: 10th certificate, Diploma/Degree/ITI certificate, Aadhaar, Caste certificate, Bank passbook.
Last Date to Apply: 26 October 2025.
Important Links
Official Notification
Download PDFNATS Portal
Graduate/DiplomaApprenticeship India
ITI ApplyDRDO Website
VisitImportant Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 25 September 2025 |
| Application Start | 27 September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 October 2025 |
Key Takeaways
- DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025 has been announced for 195 posts
- Categories: Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Trade Apprentices
- Apply only via NATS/NAPS portals
- Selection is purely based on academic merit & document verification
- Last date to apply: 26 October 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
The last date to apply online is 26 October 2025.
A total of 195 vacancies have been announced.
No, candidates with higher qualifications are not eligible.
Selection will be based on academic merit, document verification, and medical fitness.
Graduate/Diploma at NATS portal and ITI candidates at Apprenticeship India portal.
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