Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDO DRDL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of ITI Apprentices Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official DRDO DRDL website. The last date to submit the application form is 29-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the DRDO DRDL ITI Apprentices Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
DRDL ITI Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Overview
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| Company Name | Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL) |
| Post Name | ITI Apprentices (13 Trades) |
| No of Posts | Not Specified |
| Salary | Stipend as per Govt. of India notifications |
| Qualification | ITI Pass (NCVT Certified) in respective trades |
| Last Date for Apply | 29/01/2026 (1700 Hrs) |
| Official Website | drdo.gov.in |
DRDL ITI Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Trade Name | Qualification Required |
| Fitter | ITI Pass in respective Trade |
| Turner | ITI Pass in respective Trade |
| Machinist | ITI Pass in respective Trade |
| Machinist (Grinder) | ITI Pass in respective Trade |
| Carpenter | ITI Pass in respective Trade |
| Welder | ITI Pass in respective Trade |
| Electrician | ITI Pass in respective Trade |
| Diesel Mechanic | ITI Pass in respective Trade |
| Electronics Mechanic | ITI Pass in respective Trade |
| Attendant Operator Chemical Plant | ITI Pass in respective Trade |
| Painter | ITI Pass in respective Trade |
| Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | ITI Pass in respective Trade |
| Foundryman | ITI Pass in respective Trade |
Note: Total number of vacancies not specified in the notification. Vacancies available across 13 different ITI trades.
Eligibility Criteria
Essential Qualifications:
- Candidates who have passed ITI certified by NCVT (National Council for Vocational Training) are eligible to apply
- ITI Pass Certificate must be in the respective trade being applied for
- Candidates must have completed ITI in one of the 13 mentioned trades: Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Machinist (Grinder), Carpenter, Welder, Electrician, Diesel Mechanic, Electronics Mechanic, Attendant Operator Chemical Plant, Painter, Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA), or Foundryman
Experience:
- Candidates should not have already undergone or presently undergoing Apprenticeship Training in DRDL or elsewhere
- Candidates who have been terminated from Apprenticeship training at DRDL are not eligible to apply
- Candidates terminated for two times from other establishments are not eligible to apply
Salary/Stipend
- Stipend: As per Government of India notifications
- Stipend will be provided during the one-year apprenticeship training period
- Training Duration: One year from 01-Apr-2026 to 31-Mar-2027
- The engagement is purely for apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961
- Completion of training does not entitle candidates any right to claim temporary or permanent job in DRDL
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Published | 15/01/2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 29/01/2026 (1700 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Submission of Physical Application | 29/01/2026 (1700 Hrs) |
| Training Duration | One Year |
Selection Process
- Selection based on document verification and screening
- Shortlisted candidates will receive email notification on their registered email ID provided in the Apprenticeship Portal
- No separate correspondence or communication will be sent
- Shortlisted candidates must bring all original relevant certificates at the time of verification
- Selection will be done by the Selection & Screening Committee for ITI Apprenticeship Training
- Reservations to SC, ST, OBC and PwD categories are applicable as per Apprentice Act, 1961
General Information/Instructions
- DRDL proposes to engage ITI Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961
- Engagement is purely for ONE YEAR apprenticeship training
- Only candidates who have passed ITI certified by NCVT are eligible
- Reservations to SC, ST, OBC and PwD categories are applicable as per Apprentice Act, 1961
- Candidates should not have already undergone or presently undergoing Apprenticeship Training in DRDL or elsewhere
- Candidates terminated from DRDL apprenticeship training are not eligible
- Candidates terminated twice from other establishments are not eligible
- Incomplete online applications will be rejected without correspondence
- Rejected cases include: No Aadhar linking, Mismatch of Date of Birth, Name & Father's name mismatch in Aadhar with SSC Certificate & Online Application
- Illegible uploaded documents will be rejected
- Candidates currently employed must submit relieving letter from employer on training joining date
- No TA/DA admissible for verification/interview or at time of joining
- Apprentice will be engaged from 01-Apr-2026 to 31-Mar-2027
- Completion of Training does not entitle candidates any right to claim temporary/permanent job in DRDL
- Organization: Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India
- Location: Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad-500058
How to Apply
Step 1: Online Application
- Candidates must apply online at www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Apply on or before 29-Jan-2026, 1700 Hrs
- Complete the profile on the Apprenticeship Portal
- Upload all required documents and signature online
- Complete Aadhar verification successfully
- Note down the Apprentice Registration Number
- Ensure 100% profile completion on the website
Step 2: Physical Application Submission
- After completing online application, submit duly signed application in prescribed format (Appendix-A)
- Attach true copies of uploaded documents:
- SSC Certificate
- ITI Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhar Card
- Proof of online application
- Application must be completed with contact phone number
- Place application in closed envelope
- Super scribe envelope with: "APPLICATION FOR ITI APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING AT DRDL for the period 01-Apr-2026 to 31-Mar-2027"
Submission Methods:
- Method 1 (In Person): Drop the application in the box provided at DRDL Security Reception on or before 29-Jan-2026, 1700 Hrs
- Method 2 (By Post): Send application through Post to:
- The Director, DRDL, Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad-500058
- Attention: Chairman Selection & Screening Committee, ITI Apprenticeship Training
Application Format (Appendix-A) Details:
- Trade Applied for
- Whether Applied for DRDL Online (Yes/No)
- Percentage of Profile Completion on website
- Whether uploaded All Documents & Signature online (Yes/No)
- Whether Aadhar Verification Successful (Yes/No)
- Apprentice Registration Number
- Name of Candidate (as per SSC Certificate)
- Gender
- Date of Birth (as per SSC Certificate)
- Father's Name (as per SSC Certificate)
- Mother's Name (as per SSC Certificate)
- Caste Details
- PWD (Yes/No)
- Complete Address
- Mobile Number (As given in Apprenticeship Portal)
- Alternate Mobile Number
- Email ID (As given in Apprenticeship Portal)
- Aadhar Number
- Bank Name and Account Number
- ITI Trade
- ITI Institute Details (Name & Address)
- Whether currently undergoing/engaged for training at any other Organization (Yes/No)
- If Yes (Mention the details)
- Educational Qualification details with Maximum Marks, Marks Obtained, and Percentage
- Signature of Applicant
Important Instructions:
- Name, Date of Birth, and Father's name must match across SSC Certificate, Aadhar Card, and Online Application
- Ensure Aadhar is linked and verified in the online application
- All documents must be clear and legible when uploaded
- Keep proof of online application submission
- Use mobile number and email ID as provided in Apprenticeship Portal for all correspondence
- Shortlisted candidates will receive notification via email only
- Bring all original certificates at time of verification
DRDO DRDL ITI Apprentices Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
- Join Arattai Channel: Click Here
- Join Telegram Channel: Click Here
- Join WhatsApp Channel: Click Here
- Sarkari Result: Click Here
- Download Mobile App: Click Here
