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DRDO RCI Apprentice Bharti 2027 - 195 Posts

Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Ministry of Defence, Government of India · Posted 3 Oct 2026

Total posts195
QualificationGraduate Apprentice: B.E./B.Tech in ECE, Instrumentation, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical, Metallurgical, Safety, Aeronautical, Aerospace or Civil Engineering. Technician Apprentice: Diploma in ECE, Instrumentation, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical, Metallurgical or Safety Engineering. Trade Apprentice: ITI in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic Diesel, Electronic Mechanic, Electrician, COPA, Draughtsman Engineering (Mechanical) or Grinder. Minimum 70% marks or CGPA 7.5.
Age limit18+ years
Last date3 Nov 2026

In short

DRDO RCI Apprentice Bharti 2027 is a one-year apprenticeship programme announced by Research Centre Imarat (RCI), a laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. It covers Graduate, Technician Diploma and ITI Trade apprentices across engineering and technical disciplines.

Advertisement Notification No. RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027. The training establishment is located at Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Vignyana Kancha, Hyderabad, Telangana 500069. Applications are submitted through the designated national apprenticeship portals. This is a training engagement and does not guarantee employment after completion.

  • Training duration: One year under the Apprentices Act, 1961, as amended.
  • Minimum academic score: 70% marks or CGPA 7.5 and above.
  • Eligible passing years: 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026.
  • Registration portals: NATS 2.0 for B.E./B.Tech and Diploma candidates; Apprenticeship India for ITI candidates.
  • Aadhaar-linked bank account: Mandatory for Graduate and Technician Diploma candidates to receive the applicable 50% stipend contribution from BOAT under DBT.
  • Reservation: Applicable to SC, ST, OBC, PwD and EWS candidates under relevant rules.
  • Employment after training: Completion of the apprenticeship does not guarantee a job.
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Important dates

  1. 3 Nov 2026

    Last Date to Apply

  2. 1 Sep 2026

    Age eligibility reference date · done

  3. 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026

    Qualifying examination years

  4. 30 days from newspaper publication; exact calendar date not specified

    Application deadline

  5. 3 Sep 2025

    Gazette reference date for stipend norms · done

Eligibility

Graduate Apprentice

Candidates must possess a B.E. or B.Tech degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE), Computer Science Engineering (CSE), Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Safety Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or Civil Engineering.

Technician Apprentice (Diploma)

Candidates must possess a Diploma in ECE, Instrumentation Engineering, EEE, CSE, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering or Safety Engineering.

Trade Apprentice (ITI)

Candidates must have passed ITI in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic Diesel, Electronic Mechanic, Electrician, COPA (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant), Draughtsman Engineering (Mechanical) or Grinder. The ITI qualification must be affiliated with NCVT or SCVT.

Minimum marks and qualifying years

Only regular candidates who secured at least 70% marks or CGPA 7.5 and above in the relevant qualifying examination are eligible. The qualifying examination must be from 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026. The supplied notification does not specify a separate marks relaxation for reserved categories.

Age requirement

Candidates must be at least 18 years old as on 01 September 2026. The supplied text does not specify a maximum age limit or category-wise age relaxation.

Other eligibility conditions

  • Qualifications must be from Indian institutions recognised by the appropriate statutory authority.
  • Candidates possessing higher qualifications than those prescribed are not eligible.
  • Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under any organisation are not eligible.
  • Candidates with more than one year of work experience are not eligible.
  • Applicants must meet all requirements in the detailed official advertisement.

Reservation

Reservation for SC, ST, OBC, PwD and EWS categories will apply under the Apprentices Act, 1961, Apprentices Rules, 1992, and Apprenticeship Amendment Rules of 2019 and 2025. Category-wise vacancy numbers are not provided in the supplied text.

Age limit18+ years
ExperienceNot required (freshers can apply)
SalaryAs per Government norms; refer to Gazette dated 03 September 2025. Exact stipend amount is not specified in the supplied notification.

Age relaxation for reserved categories applies as per the official notification.

Vacancy details · 195 posts

Post NameTotal
Graduate Apprentice50
Technician Apprentice (Diploma)30
Trade Apprentice (ITI)115

Selection process

  1. 1Academic merit assessment
  2. 2Interview, if required
  3. 3Document verification
  4. 4Verification of eligibility and supporting documents before creation of the apprenticeship contract
  5. 5Apprenticeship contract execution through the relevant portal before commencement of training

How to apply

  1. Read the notification. Visit the official DRDO website and review the detailed advertisement and eligibility requirements.
  2. Select your category. Choose Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice (Diploma) or Trade Apprentice (ITI) according to your qualification.
  3. Register on the appropriate portal.
  4. Complete your profile. Enter the required personal, educational and contact details accurately.
  5. Apply through NATS 2.0 for Graduate and Diploma categories. Log in and select Research Centre Imarat, DRDO, using Enrolment ID STLRAC000010.
  6. Apply through Apprenticeship India for ITI trades. Open Apprenticeship Opportunities, search by establishment name for RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT, DRDO, verify Establishment ID E05203600040, select your trade and click Apply.
  7. Verify eligibility. Check your qualification, qualifying year, marks or CGPA, age, work experience and apprenticeship status before submitting.
  8. Submit and save the application. Follow the portal instructions and retain your application details and confirmation for future reference.
  9. Check your email regularly. Shortlisted candidates will be informed through the email address entered in their application. Keep it active throughout the selection process.

Deadline: The notification states that applications must be received within 30 days from publication of the advertisement in a newspaper. The exact publication date and calendar deadline are not provided in the supplied text. Confirm the deadline on the official portal before applying.

Documents required

Academic Documents

  • Completed application form.
  • NATS or NAPS profile printout, as applicable.
  • Class 10 mark sheet and certificate.
  • Consolidated or final mark sheet for the qualifying examination.
  • Original or provisional certificate for the qualifying examination.

Identity Documents

  • Government-issued photo ID, such as PAN card, Voter ID or Driving Licence.
  • Aadhaar card (mandatory).

Category and Reservation Documents

  • Caste certificate, if applicable.
  • PwD certificate, if applicable.
  • Valid EWS certificate, if applicable.

Bank Documents

  • Copy of the Aadhaar-seeded bank passbook or bank statement.

Medical and Other Documents

  • Medical fitness certificate issued by a Government Civil Assistant Surgeon.
  • Two recent passport-size photographs.
  • Valid Police Verification Certificate from the place of last residence, covering at least the past year, or from the permanent address. This must be produced at joining.

Shortlisted candidates must carry original documents and self-attested copies for verification or joining. The supplied notification does not state that all these documents must be uploaded during the initial online application.

Important notes

General Guidelines

  1. The apprenticeship training period is one year under the Apprentices Act, 1961, and applicable amendments.
  2. The number of vacancies may vary.
  3. Completion of training does not oblige DRDO or RCI to provide employment.
  4. Selected candidates must follow the administrative rules and regulations in force.

Eligibility Restrictions

  1. Only regular candidates meeting the prescribed qualification, marks or CGPA and qualifying-year conditions may apply.
  2. Applicants with qualifications higher than those prescribed are ineligible.
  3. Applicants who have previously completed apprenticeship training or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under any organisation are ineligible.
  4. Candidates with more than one year of work experience are ineligible.
  5. All qualifications must be from recognised Indian institutions.
  6. Suppression of facts may lead to disqualification at any stage of selection or during the apprenticeship period.

Application and Bank Account

  1. Registration on the relevant NATS 2.0 or Apprenticeship India portal is mandatory.
  2. Graduate and Technician Diploma candidates must have an Aadhaar-seeded bank account to receive the applicable 50% stipend contribution from BOAT under DBT.
  3. Confirm the exact application deadline from the newspaper advertisement and official portal because the supplied text gives only a 30-day period from publication.

Selection and Communication

  1. Selection will be based on academic merit and an interview where required, subject to satisfactory document verification.
  2. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted through their registered email address.
  3. RCI is not responsible for missed communications caused by a change in mobile number or email address.
  4. No correspondence will be entertained from candidates who are not selected.
  5. The management may amend, reschedule, cancel or suspend the selection process without assigning a reason.

Verification and Joining

  1. Shortlisted candidates must present original documents and self-attested copies for verification or joining.
  2. Document verification takes place before creation of the apprenticeship contract. A mismatch or failure to meet the prescribed qualification may result in rejection.
  3. Selected candidates must execute an apprenticeship contract through the relevant portal before training begins.
  4. A valid Police Verification Certificate must be produced at joining. It may be obtained from the place of last residence, where the candidate has lived for at least the past year, or from the permanent address.
  5. A medical fitness certificate issued by a Government Civil Assistant Surgeon is required.

Training and Facilities

  1. Selected candidates may not withdraw from training except for reasons beyond their control.
  2. No hostel accommodation, quarters or transport will be provided during the interview or apprenticeship period.
  3. No TA/DA will be paid to applicants called for any stage of selection.
  4. RCI reserves the right to terminate an apprenticeship if circumstances warrant it, without assigning a reason.

Conduct and Legal Jurisdiction

  1. Canvassing or personal follow-up by or on behalf of a candidate during selection will lead to immediate cancellation of candidature.
  2. Disputes will fall under the jurisdiction of the Honourable High Court at Hyderabad, Telangana.

Frequently asked questions

What is the total vacancy count in DRDO RCI Apprentice Bharti 2027?

The notification lists 50 Graduate Apprentice, 30 Technician Apprentice and 115 ITI Trade Apprentice vacancies, totalling 195. The number of vacancies may vary.

What is the qualification for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2027?

Candidates need the prescribed B.E./B.Tech degree, Diploma or NCVT/SCVT-affiliated ITI qualification for their chosen category. They must have secured at least 70% marks or CGPA 7.5.

What is the age limit for DRDO RCI Apprentice Bharti 2027?

Candidates must be at least 18 years old as on 01 September 2026. The supplied notification does not specify a maximum age limit.

What is the last date to apply for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2027?

The deadline is 30 days from the date the advertisement is published in a newspaper. The exact publication date and calendar deadline are not stated in the supplied text.

How can I apply for DRDO RCI Apprentice Bharti 2027?

B.E./B.Tech and Diploma candidates must register on NATS 2.0 and select Research Centre Imarat, DRDO, using Enrolment ID STLRAC000010. ITI candidates must register on Apprenticeship India and search for RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT, DRDO, using Establishment ID E05203600040.

What is the stipend for DRDO RCI apprentices?

The notification states that the stipend will be as per Government norms and refers to the Gazette dated 03 September 2025. Exact stipend amounts are not provided in the supplied text.

What is the selection process for RCI DRDO apprentices?

Selection will be based on academic merit and an interview where required, subject to satisfactory document verification. Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email.

Can candidates with previous apprenticeship training apply?

No. Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under any organisation are not eligible. Candidates with more than one year of work experience are also ineligible.

Does DRDO guarantee a job after apprenticeship training?

No. The notification states that the establishment has no obligation to employ apprentices after completion of training.

Is an Aadhaar-linked bank account compulsory?

Yes. The notification requires an Aadhaar-seeded bank account for Graduate and Technician Diploma apprentices to receive the applicable 50% stipend contribution from BOAT under DBT.

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