DRDO Research Centre Imarat Apprentice Recruitment 2027 – 195 Posts
DRDO RCI apprentice engagement for 195 graduate, diploma and ITI apprentice positions. Applications are open from 1 October to 1 November 2026.
Open
Deadline: 1 November 2026
Eligibility
Minimum Qualification
Graduation
Age
18+
Detailed Qualification
Graduate, diploma and ITI apprentice routes are included; post/trade-specific qualification rules apply. Graduate Apprentice (50 Posts): B.E. / B.Tech in ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical, Metallurgical, Civil, Safety, Aeronautical, Aerospace, or Instrumentation Engineering. Technician (Diploma) Apprentice (30 Posts): Diploma in relevant engineering disciplines. Trade Apprentice / ITI (115 Posts): ITI pass certificate (NCVT/SCVT) in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic-Diesel, Electronic-Mechanic, Electrician, COPA, Draughtsman (Mech), or Grinder trades. Academic Criteria & Pass-out Years: Regular candidates passed out in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 with minimum 70% aggregate marks or 7.5 CGPA and above. Ineligibility: Candidates with over 1 year of post-qualification work experience or who have already completed/undergoing apprenticeship training are not eligible.
Other Requirements
Apprenticeship engagement under the Apprentices Act; registration on the prescribed apprenticeship portal(s) is required.
Job Information
Government Level
Central Government
Posted
1 October 2026
State / UT
All India / Central
Work Location
Hyderabad, Telangana
Status
Open
Vacancies
195
Application Fee
| Category | Gender | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | Any | ₹0 |
Important Dates
Application Start
1 October 2026 at 12:00 am
Application End
1 November 2026 at 12:00 am
Exam Date
Not announced
Result
Not announced
Awaiting official announcement.
Notification
RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027