Become an Apprentice at DRDO: 200 Positions Available for Fresh Graduates and ITI Passouts!

DRDO has opened applications for various Apprentice positions, inviting eligible candidates to apply online through their official website, drdo.gov.in. 

This recruitment initiative aims to fill 200 vacancies within the organization. 

The application process began on September 24 and will remain open for 21 days following the publication of the advertisement in the newspaper. 

DRDO Recruitment Details

• Graduate Apprentice: 40 posts

• Technician Apprentice (Diploma): 40 posts

• Trade Apprentice (ITI pass out with NCVT/SCVT affiliation): 120 posts

Educational Qualifications

• Graduate Apprentice: Candidates must hold a BE/BTech degree in the following disciplines: ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, or Chemical.

• Technician Apprentice (Diploma): Applicants should possess a Diploma in ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, or Chemical.

• Trade Apprentice (ITI pass out): Relevant ITI trades include Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic-Diesel, Electronics Mechanic, Electrician, and COPA (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant).

Age Requirement

Candidates must be at least 18 years old as of August 1, 2024.

Regular candidates who completed their qualifying examinations (Graduate, Diploma, and ITI trade apprentices) in 2022, 2023, or 2024, with a minimum of 60% marks, are eligible to apply.

Selection Process

The selection will be based on academic merit or interviews, as necessary, with satisfactory document verification. Shortlisted candidates will be notified via the email address provided in their application. Original and self-attested copies of documents must be presented during the verification process and at the time of joining.

Additional Information

Candidates are required to register on the NATS 2.0 portal (nats.education.gov.in) for B.E/B.Tech/Diploma positions, and on apprenticeshipindia.org for ITI trade apprentices. 

For more information, candidates can refer to the official notification here.