DRDO ITR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 54 Graduate & Technician Apprentice – Apply Offline @ drdo.gov.in
⚡ Quick Facts & Key Highlights
| Recruiting Body | Integrated Test Range |
|---|---|
| State / Jurisdiction | Odisha |
| Total Posts | 54 |
| Last Date | 02 November 2026 |
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DRDO ITR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Quick Facts
- Recruiting Body: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) – Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur
- Advertisement No.: ITR/HRD/AT/11/2026
- Total Posts: 54 (32 Graduate Apprentice + 22 Technician Diploma Apprentice)
- Post Names: Graduate Apprentice; Technician (Diploma) Apprentice
- Employment Nature: Contractual Apprenticeship – 12-month training period; NOT a permanent government job
- Application Mode: Offline – Speed Post / Registered Post only
- Last Date of Receipt: 2 November 2026
- Qualifications: B.E./B.Tech, Diploma, BBA, B.Com, B.Lib.Sc (Passing Year 2022–2026, Regular Mode Only)
- Stipend Range: Rs. 10,900 – Rs. 12,300 per month
- Training Location: ITR, Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha – 756025
- Application Fee: Not Stated (No application fee specified in notification)
Post-Wise Vacancy & Stipend
Graduate Apprentice – 32 Posts
| Qualification / Discipline | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Stipend (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.E./B.Tech – Computer Science & Related Disciplines | 8 | Min. 18 Years | 12,300 |
| B.E./B.Tech – Electronics & Related Disciplines | 8 | Min. 18 Years | 12,300 |
| B.E./B.Tech – Electrical Engineering | 2 | Min. 18 Years | 12,300 |
| B.E./B.Tech – Mechanical Engineering | 1 | Min. 18 Years | 12,300 |
| B.E./B.Tech – Aerospace Engineering | 1 | Min. 18 Years | 12,300 |
| B.E./B.Tech – Safety Engineering | 2 | Min. 18 Years | 12,300 |
| B.Lib.Sc – Library Science | 2 | Min. 18 Years | 12,300 |
| BBA – Administration / HR | 4 | Min. 18 Years | 12,300 |
| B.Com – Financial Accounting / Cost Accounting | 4 | Min. 18 Years | 12,300 |
| Total Graduate Apprentice | 32 | — | — |
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice – 22 Posts
| Diploma Discipline | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Stipend (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Related Disciplines | 8 | Min. 18 Years | 10,900 |
| Electronics & Related Disciplines | 8 | Min. 18 Years | 10,900 |
| Electrical Engineering | 2 | Min. 18 Years | 10,900 |
| Cinematography | 2 | Min. 18 Years | 10,900 |
| Medical Laboratory Technology | 2 | Min. 18 Years | 10,900 |
| Total Technician Apprentice | 22 | — | — |
Seats are indicative and may be revised by ITR. Accepted branch names for Computer Science and Electronics include Information Technology, Electronics and Communication, Electronics and Instrumentation, Embedded Systems, and other specified disciplines. Match your exact qualification with the discipline listed in the Download DRDO ITR Graduate & Technician Apprentice Official Notification PDF.
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Engineering Graduates (Graduate Apprentice): B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Safety Engineering from a recognized university.
- Administration Graduates: BBA for Administration / HR category.
- Commerce Graduates: B.Com for Financial Accounting / Cost Accounting category.
- Library Science Graduates: B.Lib.Sc for Library Science category.
- Diploma Holders (Technician Apprentice): Diploma in Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical, Cinematography, or Medical Laboratory Technology.
- Passing Year: Only candidates who passed their qualifying examination in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible. Candidates who passed before 2022 are not eligible.
- Regular Mode Only: Candidates who completed the qualifying examination as regular candidates only. Distance education and part-time candidates are not eligible.
- Experience Restriction: Candidates who have completed one year or more of training or job experience after obtaining their essential qualification are not eligible.
- Higher Qualification Restriction: Candidates holding higher qualifications than the prescribed requirement are not eligible.
- NATS Registration: Mandatory. All candidates must register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal and provide their enrollment number. Non-registered candidates will likely be rejected.
- Minimum Age: 18 years. Maximum age and relaxations governed by the Apprentices Act 1961, Apprenticeship Rules 1992, and applicable NATS 2.0 / NAPS guidelines.
- CGPA Conversion: Marks must be provided as percentage; CGPA should be converted as per the university's conversion formula.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Shortlisting: ITR reserves the right to determine the shortlisting method based on qualification, passing year, and NATS registration status. Meeting minimum qualification alone does not guarantee shortlisting.
- Written Test / Personal Interview / Both: Shortlisted candidates may be called for a written test, personal interview, or both, as decided by ITR.
- Document Verification: Selected candidates must produce original documents for verification before the apprenticeship contract is executed.
- Medical Fitness Certificate: Required at the time of joining.
- Call Letters: Written test and interview call letters will be communicated via the official website or email. Candidates must download and print their call letters themselves.
- TA/DA: No TA/DA will be paid to candidates called at any stage of the selection process.
- Accommodation: Government quarters, hostel, and transport will not be provided during any stage.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate and Mark Sheet as Proof of Date of Birth
- 12th Certificate and Mark Sheet
- Diploma Certificate and Mark Sheet (where applicable)
- B.E./B.Tech / BBA / B.Com / B.Lib.Sc Degree Certificate and Consolidated Mark Sheets (as applicable)
- Valid Category / Caste Certificate in prescribed format (if applicable)
- NATS Enrollment Number / Registration Printout
- Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
- Typewritten Application in Annexure-A Format with Self-Attested Copies of All Enclosed Documents
Application Submission Instructions
- Download Annexure-A application form from the DRDO ITR Advertisement ITR/HRD/AT/11/2026 Official Notification on www.drdo.gov.in.
- Complete NATS registration at nats.education.gov.in and note your enrollment number.
- Fill Annexure-A in typewritten format only (handwritten entries not accepted except signature).
- Attach all self-attested documents, passport photograph, and complete the declaration.
- Seal in an envelope. Write on the envelope: "Application for Apprenticeship Training: Category ____ & Subject/Discipline ____".
- Send by Speed Post or Registered Post only to reach ITR, Chandipur on or before 2 November 2026:
The Director,
Integrated Test Range (ITR),
Chandipur, Balasore,
Odisha – 756025
Applications by email or online portal are not accepted. Retain a postal receipt for your record.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for receipt of DRDO ITR Apprentice application?
The application must reach ITR, Chandipur on or before 2 November 2026. This is the date of physical receipt at ITR, not merely the dispatch date.
Where should the application be sent and by which post?
Sent by Speed Post or Registered Post only to: The Director, Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha – 756025.
Is there any application fee for DRDO ITR Apprentice 2026?
No application fee is specified in the notification. The notification does not mention any fee for the apprenticeship application.
Is this a permanent DRDO government job?
No. This is a 12-month contractual apprenticeship training. ITR is not obligated to offer employment after completion of training. No lifetime pension or permanent government job security is applicable.
What is the stipend structure?
Graduate Apprentice: Rs. 12,300 per month. Technician (Diploma) Apprentice: Rs. 10,900 per month. The training period is 12 months from the execution of the apprenticeship contract.
Can I apply online or by email?
No. Only offline application through Speed Post or Registered Post is accepted. NATS registration is mandatory but does not replace submission of the physical application form to ITR.
Download Official Recruitment Notification
Download and read the official advertisement PDF for complete post eligibility, category reservations, format of certificates, and application guidelines.