DRDO RCI Apprentice Online Form 2026
At a glance
| Notice | DRDO RCI Apprentice |
|---|---|
| Vacancies | 195 (all posts together) |
| Apply from | 10/10/2026 |
| Last date | 08 November 2026 |
| Fee | Rs. 0/- |
Summary
DRDO RCI Apprentice has announced 195 vacancies. You can apply online from 10/10/2026 until 08 November 2026.
The tables below list the dates, fee, age limit and selection steps in one place. Confirm every detail on the official notification before you apply.
Important dates
| Online Application Start Date | 10/10/2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Apply Online | 08/11/2026 |
| Merit List / Interview Date | Notified Later |
| Document Verification Date | After Merit List |
Application fee
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates | Rs. 0/- |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwD Candidates | Rs. 0/- |
| Female / ESM Candidates | Rs. 0/- |
| No application fee is required to be paid by any candidate on the NATS/NAPS portal. | |
Age limit (as on 01/09/2026)
| Minimum Age Limit | 18 Years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age Limit | As per Apprenticeship Rules / DRDO Norms |
| Age Relaxation | Upper age relaxation is admissible for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates as per Government of India apprenticeship guidelines. |
Vacancy and qualification
| Apprentice Category | Total Vacancies | Qualification & Passing Year Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 50 Posts | B.E. / B.Tech in relevant Engineering branch from a recognized University/Institute (Candidates must have passed out in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 with minimum 70% aggregate marks OR 7.5 CGPA ). |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | 30 Posts | Diploma in relevant Engineering branch from a recognized State Board of Technical Education (Candidates must have passed out in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 with minimum 70% aggregate marks OR 7.5 CGPA ). |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | 115 Posts | Class 10th pass with ITI Certificate in relevant trade from an institute affiliated to NCVT / SCVT (Candidates must have passed out in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 with minimum 70% aggregate marks OR 7.5 CGPA ). |
Selection process
- Selection will be made based on Academic Merit (percentage of marks/CGPA secured in essential qualification) and/or Personal Interview as decided by the screening committee.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original credentials, educational marksheets, degree/diploma certificates, caste certificate, and valid photo ID.
- Pre-engagement medical fitness certification from an authorized medical officer.
- Engagement is purely as an Apprentice for 12 months under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This engagement does not confer any right or claim whatsoever for regular absorption or permanent employment in DRDO.
How to apply
- For Graduate & Diploma (Technician) Candidates: Visit the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS 2.0) portal at nats.education.gov.in . Complete your student profile 100% and obtain your Enrollment ID. Go to Apprenticeship Opportunities and search for “Research Centre Imarat, DRDO” using Establishment Enrollment ID: STLRAC000010 . Select your engineering branch and click on “Apply”.
- For ITI Trade Candidates: Visit the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in . Register and complete candidate profile with e-KYC. Under Apprenticeship Opportunities, search by Establishment Name “RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT” (Establishment ID: E05203600040 ). Locate your ITI trade listing and submit your application online.
- Submit the online application on or before 08 November 2026 (23:59 Hrs) and take a printout of the submitted profile/application status for future reference.
Preparation tips
- Revise core subject fundamentals from your degree or diploma.
- Practise previous year papers and mock tests for the same exam.
- Keep qualification and experience certificates ready for verification.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date for DRDO RCI Apprentice?
The last date to apply is 08 November 2026. Do not wait for the last day, because the website can be slow.
What is the application fee for DRDO RCI Apprentice?
General / OBC / EWS Candidates : Rs. 0/-; SC / ST / PwD Candidates : Rs. 0/-; Female / ESM Candidates : Rs. 0/-
How many vacancies are there in DRDO RCI Apprentice?
The notice mentions 195 vacancies.
How do I apply?
Open the official website from the button on this page, register, fill in the form, upload the documents and pay the fee if there is one. Keep a copy of the confirmation.
Details are collected from official notices and public sources. Check the official notification before you apply or pay any fee.