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DRDO PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Offline for 50 Graduate, Technician Apprentice Posts
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| Name of post | DRDO PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Offline for 50 Graduate, Technician Apprentice Posts |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Proof & Experimental Establishment |
| Advertisement no. | PXE/HRD/AT/01/2026-27 |
| Job location | All India |
| Total vacancies | 50 posts |
| Last date to apply | 12 October 2026 |
| Pay / salary | ₹12,300 per month for Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech) and ₹10,900 per month for Technician Apprentice (Diploma). |
| Selection process | The Selection Board of PXE screens applications and shortlists candidates based on the percentage of marks secured in the essential qualification → Shortlisted candidates are called for a Written Test/Interview, held at PXE, Chandipur → Selected candidates are offered a joining letter through e-mail only → All correspondence, including the offer letter, is sent by e-mail only – candidates are responsible for downloading and printing it; PXE is not responsible for loss due to an invalid/wrong e-mail ID or delivery to spam/bulk folders → Not specified in the official notification: the written test syllabus, pattern, marks weightage, or interview schedule. → Shortlisting based on percentage of marks in the essential qualification, followed by a Written Test/Interview at PXE, Chandipur. |
| Posted on | 24 Sept 2026 |
| Last updated | 24 Sept 2026 |
Official source: No official notification link is available yet. Please confirm every detail on the official website.
Important Dates
- NoteThis is the date by which the application must be received at PXE, Chandipur – not a portal closing date. Candidates should post their application well in advance to allow for postal transit time. No other dates (form availability start, test/interview schedule) are specified in the official notification.
- Last date to apply12 October 2026
Age Limit
- Not specified in the official notification. No minimum or maximum age limit is mentioned in the advertisement; eligibility is instead defined by year of passing (2022–2026) and NATS registration. Candidates should refer to the Apprentices Act 1961/Rules for any applicable age provisions.
Total Post
50 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post name | No. of posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics & Communication | 4 | B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engg. |
| Mechanical | 4 | B.Tech in Mechanical Engg. |
| Computer Science | 5 | B.Tech in Comp. Science & Engg. |
| Chemical | 2 | B.Tech in Chemical Engg. |
| Civil | 10 | Diploma in Civil Engg. |
| Computer Science | 5 | Diploma in Computer Science Engg. |
| Electronics & Communication | 5 | Diploma in Electronics & Communication Engg. |
| Mechanical | 8 | Diploma in Mechanical Engg. |
| Chemical | 1 | Diploma in Chemical Engg. |
| Electrical | 2 | Diploma in Electrical Engg. |
| Cinematography | 2 | Diploma in Cinematography Engg. |
| Automobile | 2 | Diploma in Automobile Engg. |
| Total | 50 |
Salary / Pay Scale
- ₹12,300 per month for Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech) and ₹10,900 per month for Technician Apprentice (Diploma).
PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
- 15 Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech)
- 35 Technician Apprentice (Diploma)
- 50 Total Vacancies
Technician Apprentice (Diploma) – Discipline-wise
- Note: PXE reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies for apprenticeship engagement at its discretion.
PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Eligibility – Educational Qualification
- B.Tech (in the discipline applied for) for Graduate Apprentice, or a Diploma (in the discipline applied for) for Technician Apprentice – see the discipline-wise tables above.
Other Eligibility Conditions
- Candidates must register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal (nats.education.gov.in); applications from non-registered candidates or with an invalid Enrollment No. will be rejected
- Only candidates who passed their respective course in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 are eligible
- Candidates holding a post-graduation degree will not be considered and need not apply
- Only candidates who completed the essential qualification through regular mode are eligible
- Candidates with one year or more of training/job experience after acquiring the essential qualification will not be considered
- Reservation (SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS) is applied as per the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 and Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, as amended; caste/category certificates must be produced at document verification
PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Stipend
| Apprentice Category | Stipend per Month |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech) | ₹12,300 |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | ₹10,900 |
- The engagement is for a one-year Apprenticeship Training only and does not confer any right to regular employment in PXE or DRDO. Apprentices are not provided accommodation or transport during training.
Documents Required
- Mark sheets of the essential qualification (HSC/10th, 12th, Diploma, B.Tech, as applicable)
- NATS Enrollment Number/proof of registration
- Aadhaar card
- Reservation/caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS), if applicable, issued by the competent authority
- Recent passport-size photograph (affixed to the form)
Important Conditions
- Before applying, candidates should ensure they fulfil the eligibility criteria and other norms mentioned in the advertisement
- The offer of Apprenticeship Training does not confer any right to employment in PXE or DRDO
- Suppression of facts will lead to disqualification at any stage of selection or thereafter
- PXE reserves the right to increase/decrease the number of vacancies
- Canvassing or personal follow-up to influence the selection process will lead to immediate cancellation of candidature
- PXE reserves the right to withdraw/cancel the advertisement or selection process without assigning any reason
- Apprentices will not be provided accommodation or transport during the training period
- No TA/DA will be provided for joining or attending the interview
- Selected candidates must execute a one-year training contract as per the Apprentices Act, 1961 and rules framed thereunder
More Details
- Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech) – Discipline-wise
- PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
- PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Mode of Selection
- The Selection Board of PXE screens applications and shortlists candidates based on the percentage of marks secured in the essential qualification
- Shortlisted candidates are called for a Written Test/Interview, held at PXE, Chandipur
- Selected candidates are offered a joining letter through e-mail only
- All correspondence, including the offer letter, is sent by e-mail only – candidates are responsible for downloading and printing it; PXE is not responsible for loss due to an invalid/wrong e-mail ID or delivery to spam/bulk folders
- Not specified in the official notification: the written test syllabus, pattern, marks weightage, or interview schedule.
- Shortlisting based on percentage of marks in the essential qualification, followed by a Written Test/Interview at PXE, Chandipur.
How to Apply for PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Fill up the form by typing only – handwritten forms will be rejected.
- Enter Name, Apprentice Category, Discipline/Branch, NATS Enrollment No., Aadhaar No., Father's Name, Nationality, Date of Birth, Gender, Reservation Category, contact details, addresses, and educational qualification details (10th, 12th, Diploma, B.Tech as applicable) with marks/percentage.
- Affix a recent passport-size photograph and sign the declaration.
- Attach mark sheets of the essential qualification and reservation certificate (if applicable) as enclosures.
- Send the completed form by Speed Post/Registered Post only to: The Director, Proof & Experimental Establishment (PXE), Defence R&D Organisation, PO- Chandipur, Dist- Balasore, Odisha- 756025 (Kind Attn. OIC, HRDC).
- Clearly mention on the envelope: "Application for Engagement of Apprentices, Apprentice Category (Degree/Diploma) and Discipline/Branch….."
- Ensure the application reaches PXE on or before 12 October 2026.
- Important: There is no online application portal or e-mail submission route for this recruitment. Handwritten or incomplete application forms will be rejected.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for DRDO PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Offline for 50 Graduate, Technician Apprentice Posts?
The last date to apply is 12 October 2026.
How many vacancies are there in DRDO PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Offline for 50 Graduate, Technician Apprentice Posts?
There are 50 posts in total.
What is the age limit for DRDO PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Offline for 50 Graduate, Technician Apprentice Posts?
Not specified in the official notification. No minimum or maximum age limit is mentioned in the advertisement; eligibility is instead defined by year of passing (2022–2026) and NATS registration. Candidates should refer to the Apprentices Act 1961/Rules for any applicable age provisions.
What qualification is needed for DRDO PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Offline for 50 Graduate, Technician Apprentice Posts?
Electronics & Communication: B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engg. | Mechanical: B.Tech in Mechanical Engg. | Computer Science: B.Tech in Comp. Science & Engg. | Chemical: B.Tech in Chemical Engg. | Total: – | Civil: Diploma in Civil Engg. | Computer Science: Diploma in Computer Science Engg. | Electronics & Communication: Diploma in Electronics & Communication Engg. | Mechanical: Diploma in…
What is the selection process for DRDO PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Offline for 50 Graduate, Technician Apprentice Posts?
The Selection Board of PXE screens applications and shortlists candidates based on the percentage of marks secured in the essential qualification, Shortlisted candidates are called for a Written Test/Interview, held at PXE, Chandipur, Selected candidates are offered a joining letter through e-mail only, All correspondence, including the offer letter, is sent by e-mail only – candidates are responsible for downloading and printing it; PXE is not responsible for loss due to an invalid/wrong e-mail ID or delivery to spam/bulk folders, Not specified in the official notification: the written test syllabus, pattern, marks weightage, or interview schedule, Shortlisting based on percentage of marks in the essential qualification, followed by a Written Test/Interview at PXE, Chandipur.