High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL) Invites Application for 50 Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Candidates must first register on the NATS 2.0 portal and then apply offline. Only offline applications are accepted.

1. NATS 2.0 Registration: Register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) 2.0 portal.
2. Download Application Form: Download the application form from the DRDO website: https://drdo.gov.in/drdo/en/offerings/vacancies.
3. Fill the Application Form: Fill the form in capital letters. Mention marks in percentage. For CGPA, convert to percentage as per university norms.
4. Prepare Application: Assemble the following:
   • Duly filled and signed application form with a recent passport-size photograph affixed.
   • Signed copy of the NATS 2.0 profile.
   • Self-attested photocopies of all required certificates (10th onwards) and documents.
5. Send Application by Post: Send the completed application to the following address by 28 August 2026:
   
   
   To,
   
   The Director, HEMRL,
   
   Ministry of Defence, DRDO,
   
   Sutarwadi, Pashan, Pune - 411021
   
   (Kind Attention: HRD, HEMRL, Pune)

Note: Incomplete, erroneous, or late applications will be rejected. No further communication will be entertained.

• NATS Registration is Mandatory: Candidates must register on the NATS 2.0 portal before applying offline.
• Offline Application Only: Only offline applications sent by post will be accepted. Online applications will not be considered.
• Eligibility Check: Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria (qualification, passing year 2022-2026, regular course, no prior apprenticeship/1+ year job experience).
• Passing Year: Only candidates who have passed the qualifying examination in the last five years (2022-2026) are eligible. Those awaiting results are not eligible.
• Percentage/CGPA: Mention marks in percentage. For CGPA, convert as per university norms (for verification).
• Documents for Verification: Bring originals and one set of self-attested photocopies of all certificates (10th to the qualifying degree, NATS profile, Aadhaar, photo ID, address proof, caste/PwBD certificates if applicable) at the time of document verification.
• No TA/DA: No travelling or other allowances will be provided at any stage of the selection process or during training.
• No Employment Guarantee: This is a one-year apprenticeship training. No employment is offered at HEMRL/DRDO after completion, and candidates cannot claim the same.
• Deadline: Ensure the application reaches HEMRL by 28 August 2026. Late applications will be rejected.
• Check Website: Visit the DRDO website regularly for any updates or corrigenda.