The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad, has released the official notification for DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025. A total of 195 vacancies have been announced for Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Trade Apprentices under the Apprentices Act 1961 (as amended).
The training will be for a period of one year, and applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals through the official portals. Interested candidates must register online before the last date 26 October 2025.
DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) |
| Department | Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad |
| Post Name | Graduate, Diploma & ITI Trade Apprentices |
| Total Vacancies | 195 |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Notification No. | RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2025-26 |
| Official Website | www.drdo.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Publication | 27 September 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 27 September 2025 |
| Application Last Date | 26 October 2025 |
Vacancy & Qualification Details
| Category | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 40 | B.E./B.Tech in ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | 20 | Diploma in ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical |
| ITI Trade Apprentice | 135 | ITI in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic-Diesel, Draughtsman (Mech.), Electronic Mechanic, Electrician, COPA, Library Assistant |
| Total | 195 | — |
Age Limit: The age limit will be followed as per Apprentice Rules.
Selection Process
The selection will be based on:
- Shortlisting of applications
- Document Verification
- Medical Test
How to Apply for DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025
- Graduate & Diploma Apprentices must register at the NATS Portal – nats.education.gov.in
- Enrolment ID for RCI: STLRAC000010
- ITI Trade Apprentices must register at the Apprenticeship India Portal – apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Establishment Name: Research Centre Imarat
- Establishment ID: E05203600040
- After registration, apply online for the relevant trade.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Short Notification | View Here |
| NATS Portal (Graduate/Diploma) | Apply Online |
| Apprenticeship India Portal (ITI) | Apply Online |
| DRDO Official Website | DRDO |
