DRDO RCI Hyderabad Apprentice Recruitment 2027
Domain: Defense & Security
Employment Type: Contract
Stage: Announcement - Official Advertisement
Posted: 5 days ago
Posts: 195
Location: CENTRAL (Telangana)
Closes: 31 Oct 2026
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Job Details
Research Centre Imarat (RCI), DRDO, Hyderabad is engaging Apprentices for one year under the Apprentices Act 1961. The advertisement (RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027) invites online applications for Graduate Apprentices (BE/B.Tech), Technician Apprentices (Diploma) and Trade Apprentices (ITI) across specified engineering disciplines and trades. Selection will be based on academic merit and/or interview with document verification. Stipend will be paid as per Government norms, and Graduate/Technician apprentices must have an Aadhaar-seeded bank account for BOAT DBT. Reservation will apply as per applicable rules, and engagement confers no right to employment.
- Level:
- central
- State:
- Telangana
- Cities:
- Hyderabad
Job Summary
DRDO’s Research Centre Imarat, Hyderabad announced one-year apprenticeship positions for 2027 across Graduate, Diploma and ITI trades. A total of 195 seats are notified (subject to variation), with applications to be submitted via NATS for BE/B.Tech/Diploma and Apprenticeship India for ITI trades.
Important Dates
Minimum age cut-off date
Date of publication on DRDO website
Last date to apply · Last date for receipt of online applicationNextEstimated
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice: B.E. / B. Tech in ECE, Instrumentation Engineering, EEE, CSE, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Safety Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering and Civil Engineering. | Required |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma): Diploma in ECE, Instrumentation Engineering, EEE, CSE, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering and Safety Engineering. | Required |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI pass out with NCVT/SCVT affiliation): ITI in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic-Diesel, Electronic-Mechanic, Electrician, COPA (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant), Draughtsman Mechanical and Grinder. | Required |
2. Other Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Pass-out years permitted | Regular candidates of 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026 only. |
| Minimum marks | 70% or CGPA 7.5 and above in the qualifying examination required. |
| Recognition | All qualifications must be from Indian Institutions recognised by the appropriate statutory authority. |
3. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | N/A - N/A years |
| Experience bar | Candidates with more than one year work experience are not eligible. |
4. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | 18 - N/A years |
| Minimum age | Not less than 18 years as on 01st September 2026. |
5. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Higher qualification | Candidates with higher qualification are not eligible to apply. |
| Prior apprenticeship | Candidates who have already undergone or are presently undergoing apprenticeship training in any organisation are not eligible. |
| Aadhaar seeded bank | For Graduate and Technician apprentices, Aadhaar-seeded bank account is mandatory to receive 50% stipend from BOAT under DBT scheme. |
| Medical fitness | Medical fitness certificate from a Government Civil Assistant Surgeon is required at joining. |
| Police verification | Valid Police Verification Certificate (from last residence for at least one year or permanent address) to be produced at the time of joining. |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 195
1. Graduate Apprentice
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential qualification: B.E. / B. Tech in the specified engineering disciplines.
- Marks/year criteria: Regular pass-outs of 2022–2026 with 70% or CGPA 7.5 and above only.
- Registration: Registration and application through NATS 2.0 portal by selecting Research Centre Imarat, DRDO.
Age Limitations:
- Age: Not less than 18 years as on 01st September 2026.
2. Technician Apprentice (Diploma)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential qualification: Diploma in the specified engineering disciplines.
- Marks/year criteria: Regular pass-outs of 2022–2026 with 70% or CGPA 7.5 and above only.
- Registration: Registration and application through NATS 2.0 portal by selecting Research Centre Imarat, DRDO.
Age Limitations:
- Age: Not less than 18 years as on 01st September 2026.
3. Trade Apprentice (ITI)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential qualification: ITI in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic-Diesel, Electronic-Mechanic, Electrician, COPA, Draughtsman Mechanical and Grinder (NCVT/SCVT).
- Registration: Apply through Apprenticeship India portal by searching for ‘RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT’, DRDO and choosing the respective trade.
- Marks/year criteria: Regular pass-outs of 2022–2026 with 70% or CGPA 7.5 and above only.
Age Limitations:
- Age: Not less than 18 years as on 01st September 2026.
Additional Information
- Reservation: SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS reservation as per Apprentices Act 1961 and relevant Rules.
Salary Details
Other Information
- Stipend: As per Government norms; refer Gazette dated 03/Sep/2025. For Graduate/Technician apprentices, 50% stipend is disbursed by BOAT under DBT to Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts.
How to Apply
- 1. Read advertisement:
- Before applying, ensure you meet eligibility and other norms as per detailed advertisement available on https://drdo.gov.in.
- 2. For BE/B.Tech/Diploma:
- Register on NATS 2.0 (https://nats.education.gov.in) and apply by selecting ‘Research Centre Imarat, DRDO’ as the establishment.
- 3. For ITI trades:
- Register and apply on https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in; use ‘Search by Establishment Name’ and select ‘RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT’, DRDO, then apply for the chosen trade.
- 4. Deadline:
- Submit the online application within 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in the newspaper.
Selection Process
- 1. Basis of selection:
- Selection will be based on academic merit and/or interview as required, subject to satisfactory verification of documents.
- 2. Intimation:
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed through the email provided in the application; candidates must keep the email active and check it periodically.
- 3. Management rights:
- Management reserves the right to amend, refix, cancel or suspend the selection process at any time; the decision of management is final.
Reservation Details
- 1. Reservation policy:
- Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS will be applicable as per Apprentices Act 1961, Apprentice Rules 1992 and Apprenticeship (Amendment) Rules 2019 & 2025.
Document Requirements
- 1. Application Form:
- Duly filled Application Form.
- 2. NATS/NAPS profile:
- Printout of NATS/NAPS profile.
- 3. 10th standard proof:
- 10th class mark sheet and certificate.
- 4. Qualifying exam mark sheets:
- Consolidated/final mark sheet of qualifying examination.
- 5. Qualifying certificate:
- Original/provisional certificate of qualifying examination.
- 6. Caste certificate:
- Caste certificate, if applicable.
- 7. PwD certificate:
- PwD certificate, if applicable.
- 8. EWS certificate:
- Valid EWS certificate, if applicable.
- 9. Photo ID:
- Any Government of India photo ID such as PAN card, Voter ID or Driving Licence.
- 10. Aadhaar:
- Aadhaar Card (mandatory).
- 11. Bank proof:
- Copy of Aadhaar-seeded bank passbook/statement.
- 12. Medical fitness:
- Medical fitness certificate issued by a Government Civil Assistant Surgeon.
- 13. Photographs:
- Two recent passport size photographs.
- 14. Police verification:
- Valid Police Verification Certificate from last residence (for at least one year) or from permanent address at the time of joining.
Important Instructions
- 1. Document verification:
- Verification of documents will be done for shortlisted candidates prior to creation of contract; any deviation from required qualifications will lead to rejection.
- 2. Recognised institutions:
- All qualifications must be from Indian institutions recognised by the appropriate statutory authority.
- 3. No higher qualification:
- Candidates with higher qualification are not eligible.
- 4. No prior apprenticeship/experience:
- Those who have undergone or are undergoing apprenticeship, or have more than one year of work experience, are not eligible.
- 5. Withdrawal/contract:
- Selected candidates will not be allowed to withdraw except for reasons beyond control; a contract of apprenticeship must be executed on the respective portal before commencement of training.
- 6. No TA/DA or accommodation:
- No TA/DA will be paid and no hostel accommodation, quarters or transport will be provided during interview or apprenticeship.
- 7. No job guarantee:
- Engagement is strictly under the Apprenticeship Act 1961 and does not confer any right to employment after training.
- 8. Canvassing prohibited:
- Any canvassing or personal follow-up will lead to cancellation of candidature.
- 9. Termination right:
- RCI reserves the right to terminate the apprenticeship if circumstances warrant without assigning reasons.
- 10. Jurisdiction:
- In case of dispute, legal jurisdiction is the Honourable High Court, Hyderabad, Telangana.
Training Details
- 1. Apprenticeship duration:
- One year.
- 2. Contract execution:
- Apprenticeship contract must be executed on NATS/NAPS portal before commencement of training.
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Suppression of facts:
- Suppression of facts will lead to disqualification at any stage of selection or during the apprenticeship period.
- 2. Canvassing:
- Canvassing by or on behalf of a candidate will lead to immediate cancellation of candidature.
Other Information
- 1. Advertisement number:
- RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027
- 2. Vacancy variability:
- Vacancies are subject to change as per establishment requirements.
Important Links
- 1. DRDO website
Contact Details
Email: hrd.apply@gov.in
Address: Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Vignyana Kancha, Hyderabad – 500 069
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DRDO RCI Hyderabad Apprentice Recruitment 2027
Domain: Defense & Security
Employment Type: Contract
Stage: Announcement - Official Advertisement
Posted: 5 days ago
Posts: 195
Location: CENTRAL (Telangana)
Closes: 31 Oct 2026
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Job Details
Research Centre Imarat (RCI), DRDO, Hyderabad is engaging Apprentices for one year under the Apprentices Act 1961. The advertisement (RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027) invites online applications for Graduate Apprentices (BE/B.Tech), Technician Apprentices (Diploma) and Trade Apprentices (ITI) across specified engineering disciplines and trades. Selection will be based on academic merit and/or interview with document verification. Stipend will be paid as per Government norms, and Graduate/Technician apprentices must have an Aadhaar-seeded bank account for BOAT DBT. Reservation will apply as per applicable rules, and engagement confers no right to employment.
- Level:
- central
- State:
- Telangana
- Cities:
- Hyderabad
Job Summary
DRDO’s Research Centre Imarat, Hyderabad announced one-year apprenticeship positions for 2027 across Graduate, Diploma and ITI trades. A total of 195 seats are notified (subject to variation), with applications to be submitted via NATS for BE/B.Tech/Diploma and Apprenticeship India for ITI trades.
Important Dates
Minimum age cut-off date
Date of publication on DRDO website
Last date to apply · Last date for receipt of online applicationNextEstimated
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice: B.E. / B. Tech in ECE, Instrumentation Engineering, EEE, CSE, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Safety Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering and Civil Engineering. | Required |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma): Diploma in ECE, Instrumentation Engineering, EEE, CSE, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering and Safety Engineering. | Required |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI pass out with NCVT/SCVT affiliation): ITI in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic-Diesel, Electronic-Mechanic, Electrician, COPA (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant), Draughtsman Mechanical and Grinder. | Required |
2. Other Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Pass-out years permitted | Regular candidates of 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026 only. |
| Minimum marks | 70% or CGPA 7.5 and above in the qualifying examination required. |
| Recognition | All qualifications must be from Indian Institutions recognised by the appropriate statutory authority. |
3. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | N/A - N/A years |
| Experience bar | Candidates with more than one year work experience are not eligible. |
4. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | 18 - N/A years |
| Minimum age | Not less than 18 years as on 01st September 2026. |
5. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Higher qualification | Candidates with higher qualification are not eligible to apply. |
| Prior apprenticeship | Candidates who have already undergone or are presently undergoing apprenticeship training in any organisation are not eligible. |
| Aadhaar seeded bank | For Graduate and Technician apprentices, Aadhaar-seeded bank account is mandatory to receive 50% stipend from BOAT under DBT scheme. |
| Medical fitness | Medical fitness certificate from a Government Civil Assistant Surgeon is required at joining. |
| Police verification | Valid Police Verification Certificate (from last residence for at least one year or permanent address) to be produced at the time of joining. |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 195
1. Graduate Apprentice
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential qualification: B.E. / B. Tech in the specified engineering disciplines.
- Marks/year criteria: Regular pass-outs of 2022–2026 with 70% or CGPA 7.5 and above only.
- Registration: Registration and application through NATS 2.0 portal by selecting Research Centre Imarat, DRDO.
Age Limitations:
- Age: Not less than 18 years as on 01st September 2026.
2. Technician Apprentice (Diploma)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential qualification: Diploma in the specified engineering disciplines.
- Marks/year criteria: Regular pass-outs of 2022–2026 with 70% or CGPA 7.5 and above only.
- Registration: Registration and application through NATS 2.0 portal by selecting Research Centre Imarat, DRDO.
Age Limitations:
- Age: Not less than 18 years as on 01st September 2026.
3. Trade Apprentice (ITI)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential qualification: ITI in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic-Diesel, Electronic-Mechanic, Electrician, COPA, Draughtsman Mechanical and Grinder (NCVT/SCVT).
- Registration: Apply through Apprenticeship India portal by searching for ‘RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT’, DRDO and choosing the respective trade.
- Marks/year criteria: Regular pass-outs of 2022–2026 with 70% or CGPA 7.5 and above only.
Age Limitations:
- Age: Not less than 18 years as on 01st September 2026.
Additional Information
- Reservation: SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS reservation as per Apprentices Act 1961 and relevant Rules.
Salary Details
Other Information
- Stipend: As per Government norms; refer Gazette dated 03/Sep/2025. For Graduate/Technician apprentices, 50% stipend is disbursed by BOAT under DBT to Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts.
How to Apply
- 1. Read advertisement:
- Before applying, ensure you meet eligibility and other norms as per detailed advertisement available on https://drdo.gov.in.
- 2. For BE/B.Tech/Diploma:
- Register on NATS 2.0 (https://nats.education.gov.in) and apply by selecting ‘Research Centre Imarat, DRDO’ as the establishment.
- 3. For ITI trades:
- Register and apply on https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in; use ‘Search by Establishment Name’ and select ‘RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT’, DRDO, then apply for the chosen trade.
- 4. Deadline:
- Submit the online application within 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in the newspaper.
Selection Process
- 1. Basis of selection:
- Selection will be based on academic merit and/or interview as required, subject to satisfactory verification of documents.
- 2. Intimation:
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed through the email provided in the application; candidates must keep the email active and check it periodically.
- 3. Management rights:
- Management reserves the right to amend, refix, cancel or suspend the selection process at any time; the decision of management is final.
Reservation Details
- 1. Reservation policy:
- Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS will be applicable as per Apprentices Act 1961, Apprentice Rules 1992 and Apprenticeship (Amendment) Rules 2019 & 2025.
Document Requirements
- 1. Application Form:
- Duly filled Application Form.
- 2. NATS/NAPS profile:
- Printout of NATS/NAPS profile.
- 3. 10th standard proof:
- 10th class mark sheet and certificate.
- 4. Qualifying exam mark sheets:
- Consolidated/final mark sheet of qualifying examination.
- 5. Qualifying certificate:
- Original/provisional certificate of qualifying examination.
- 6. Caste certificate:
- Caste certificate, if applicable.
- 7. PwD certificate:
- PwD certificate, if applicable.
- 8. EWS certificate:
- Valid EWS certificate, if applicable.
- 9. Photo ID:
- Any Government of India photo ID such as PAN card, Voter ID or Driving Licence.
- 10. Aadhaar:
- Aadhaar Card (mandatory).
- 11. Bank proof:
- Copy of Aadhaar-seeded bank passbook/statement.
- 12. Medical fitness:
- Medical fitness certificate issued by a Government Civil Assistant Surgeon.
- 13. Photographs:
- Two recent passport size photographs.
- 14. Police verification:
- Valid Police Verification Certificate from last residence (for at least one year) or from permanent address at the time of joining.
Important Instructions
- 1. Document verification:
- Verification of documents will be done for shortlisted candidates prior to creation of contract; any deviation from required qualifications will lead to rejection.
- 2. Recognised institutions:
- All qualifications must be from Indian institutions recognised by the appropriate statutory authority.
- 3. No higher qualification:
- Candidates with higher qualification are not eligible.
- 4. No prior apprenticeship/experience:
- Those who have undergone or are undergoing apprenticeship, or have more than one year of work experience, are not eligible.
- 5. Withdrawal/contract:
- Selected candidates will not be allowed to withdraw except for reasons beyond control; a contract of apprenticeship must be executed on the respective portal before commencement of training.
- 6. No TA/DA or accommodation:
- No TA/DA will be paid and no hostel accommodation, quarters or transport will be provided during interview or apprenticeship.
- 7. No job guarantee:
- Engagement is strictly under the Apprenticeship Act 1961 and does not confer any right to employment after training.
- 8. Canvassing prohibited:
- Any canvassing or personal follow-up will lead to cancellation of candidature.
- 9. Termination right:
- RCI reserves the right to terminate the apprenticeship if circumstances warrant without assigning reasons.
- 10. Jurisdiction:
- In case of dispute, legal jurisdiction is the Honourable High Court, Hyderabad, Telangana.
Training Details
- 1. Apprenticeship duration:
- One year.
- 2. Contract execution:
- Apprenticeship contract must be executed on NATS/NAPS portal before commencement of training.
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Suppression of facts:
- Suppression of facts will lead to disqualification at any stage of selection or during the apprenticeship period.
- 2. Canvassing:
- Canvassing by or on behalf of a candidate will lead to immediate cancellation of candidature.
Other Information
- 1. Advertisement number:
- RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027
- 2. Vacancy variability:
- Vacancies are subject to change as per establishment requirements.
Important Links
- 1. DRDO website
Contact Details
Email: hrd.apply@gov.in
Address: Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Vignyana Kancha, Hyderabad – 500 069
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