DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment Overview
Research Centre Imarat (RCI), DRDO has officially released official notification for the recruitment of 195 Graduate, Technician (Diploma) & Trade Apprentice vacancies. Online applications start from 10th October 2026 and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official DRDO website. The last date to submit the application form is 09th November 2026.
| Company | Research Centre Imarat (RCI), DRDO |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Graduate, Technician (Diploma) & Trade Apprentice |
| Advertisement No. | RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027 |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship |
| Total Posts | 195 |
| Gender | Both Male and Female are eligible |
| Pay Scale | As per Government norms |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years (as on 01/09/2026) |
| Qualification | BE/B.Tech / Diploma / ITI (relevant disciplines) |
| Job Location | Hyderabad, Telangana |
| Start Date of Apply | 10/10/2026 |
| Last Date of Apply | 09/11/2026 |
| Application Fee | Not Mentioned |
| Website | https://drdo.gov.in/ |
DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 50 |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | 30 |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI, NCVT/SCVT affiliated) | 115 |
| Grand Total | 195 |
DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
| Nationality | Indian |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years as on 01/09/2026 Note: For more details, Please refer the official website. |
| Experience | Not Required / Fresher |
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Communication (ECE), Instrumentation Engg., Electrical & Electronics (EEE), Computer Science (CSE), Mechanical, Chemical Engg., Metallurgical Engg., Safety Engg., Aeronautical Engg., Aerospace Engg., or Civil Engg. |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | Diploma in ECE, Instrumentation Engg., EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical Engg., Metallurgical Engg., or Safety Engg. |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI, NCVT/SCVT affiliated) | ITI pass-out in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic-Diesel, Electronic-Mechanic, Electrician, COPA (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant), Draughtsman (Mechanical), or Grinder |
DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment Salary
Stipend is paid as per Government norms (referenced to the Gazette Notification dated 03 September 2025) – the notification does not state the exact monthly stipend figures for each category.
Graduate and Technician apprentices must have an Aadhaar-seeded bank account to receive 50% of the stipend from the Board of Apprenticeship Training (BOAT) under the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme.
DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment Age Limit and Relaxation
Candidates must be at least 18 years old as on 01 September 2026. Upper age limit is not specified in the supplied notice.
DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment Selection Process
- Merit List
- Document Verification
- Final Selection
DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment Important Dates
| Official Notification Date | 10/10/2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Start Date | 10/10/2026 |
| Online Form Apply End Date | 09/11/2026 (within 30 days from Employment News dated 10/10/2026) |
| Date of Reckoning for Eligibility (age, qualification, experience) | 01/09/2026 |
DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment How to Apply
For Graduate and Diploma Candidates
- Step 1: Register on the NATS 2.0 portal at https://nats.education.gov.in.
- Step 2: Log in to the portal.
- Step 3: Select Research Centre Imarat, DRDO.
- Step 4: Use Establishment ID: STLRAC000010.
- Step 5: Complete the application and submit it through the portal.
For ITI Candidates
- Step 1: Register or log in at https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
- Step 2: Open Apprenticeship Opportunities.
- Step 3: Search by establishment name: RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT, DRDO.
- Step 4: Use Establishment ID: E05203600040.
- Step 5: Select the appropriate trade and click Apply.
DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment Important Links
| Official Website Link | Click Here → |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Link | Apply Here → |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF → |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q 1. What is the total number of vacancies in DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 195 apprenticeship posts are available (Graduate – 50, Technician/Diploma – 30, Trade/ITI – 115). Vacancies may vary.
Q 2. What is the start date to apply for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The start date for online application is 10 October 2026.
Q 3. What is the last date to apply for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application is 09 November 2026.
Q 4. What is the age limit for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 posts?
Candidates must be at least 18 years old as on 01 September 2026. Upper age limit is not specified in the supplied notice.
Q 5. What is the application fee for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
No fee mentioned.
Abbreviation
| DRDO | Defence Research and Development Organisation |
|---|---|
| RCI | Research Centre Imarat |
| PSU | Public Sector Undertaking |
| GEN | General Category |
| UR | Unreserved Category |
| EWS | Economically Weaker Section |
| SC | Scheduled Caste |
| ST | Scheduled Tribes |
| OBC | Other Backward Class |
| NCL | Non-Creamy Layer |
| ESM / XSM | Ex-Serviceman |
| PwBD | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities |
| Max | Maximum |
| Min | Minimum |
| GST | Goods and Services Tax |
| CBT | Computer Bases Test |
| IDA | Industrial Dearness Allowance |
| MCA | Master of Computer Applications |
| MBA | Master of Business Administration |
| CA | Chartered Accountant |
| PGDM | Post Graduate Diploma in Management |
| CMA | Certified Management Accountant |
| HRA | House Rent Allowance |
| Ph.D. | Doctor of Philosophy |
| PG | Post Graduation |
| M.Sc. | Master of Science |
| B.Tech. | Bachelor of Technology |
| B.E. | Bachelor of Engineering |
| M.Tech. | Master of Technology |
| LLB | Bachelor of Laws |
| VDA | Variable Dearness Allowance |
| CS | Computer Science |
| IT | Information Technology |
| ITI | Industrial Training Institute |
| AICTE | All India Council for Technical Education |
| NCVT | National Council for Vocational Training |
| UGC | University Grants Commission |
| BCA | Bachelor of Computer Applications |
| B.Com. | Bachelor of Commerce |
| MMS | Master of Management Studies |
| BMS | Bachelor of Management Studies |
| BAF | Bachelor of Accounting and Finance |