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DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 195 Graduate, Technician and Trade Apprentice Posts
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| Name of post | DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 195 Graduate, Technician and Trade Apprentice Posts |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Research Centre Imarat |
| Advertisement no. | RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027 |
| Job location | All India |
| Total vacancies | 195 posts |
| Last date to apply | 01 November 2026 |
| Pay / salary | Stipend is paid as per Government norms (per the Gazette Notification dated 3 September 2025); exact figures are not stated in this notification. |
| Selection process | Selection is based on Academic Merit / Interview as required, subject to satisfactory document verification – there is no written test → Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS categories applies as per the Apprentices Act 1961, Apprentice Rules 1992, and the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Rules 2019 & 2025 → Shortlisted candidates are informed only via the e-mail ID given in the application; candidates must keep it active throughout the selection process, as RCI is not responsible for non-receipt of communication due to a changed mobile number/e-mail → Before commencement of training, selected candidates must execute a contract of apprenticeship on the respective portal (NATS/NAPS) → Selected candidates must produce a valid Police Verification Certificate (from their place of last residence for at least 1 year, or permanent address) at the time of joining → Not specified in the official notification: the exact academic-merit weightage formula, interview marks, or shortlisting ratio. |
| Posted on | 03 Oct 2026 |
| Last updated | 03 Oct 2026 |
Official source: No official notification link is available yet. Please confirm every detail on the official website.
Important Dates
- NoteNot specified in the official notification: a fixed closing date, portal opening date, document verification date, or joining date. The notification only fixes the closing date relative to the newspaper publication date; candidates should check drdo.gov.in regularly for any dated corrigendum.
- Minimum Age Reckoning Date01 September 2026
- Last date to apply01 November 2026
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: Candidate should not be less than 18 years as on 01 September 2026. Not specified in the official notification: any upper age limit.
- 18 years as on 1 September 2026; no upper age limit is specified.
Total Post
195 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post name | No. of posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 50 | B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Communication (ECE), Instrumentation Engg., Electrical & Electronics (EEE), Computer Science (CSE), Mechanical, Chemical Engg., Metallurgical Engg., Safety Engg., Aeronautical Engg., Aerospace Engg., or Civil Engg. |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | 30 | Diploma in ECE, Instrumentation Engg., EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical Engg., Metallurgical Engg., or Safety Engg. |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI, NCVT/SCVT affiliated) | 115 | ITI pass-out in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic-Diesel, Electronic-Mechanic, Electrician, COPA (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant), Draughtsman (Mechanical), or Grinder |
| Total | 195 |
Salary / Pay Scale
- Stipend is paid as per Government norms (per the Gazette Notification dated 3 September 2025)
- exact figures are not stated in this notification.
RCI Apprentice Engagement 2027 Vacancy Details
- 50* Graduate Apprentice
- 30* Technician (Diploma) Apprentice
- 115* Trade Apprentice (ITI)
- *Vacancies may vary. The official notification does not provide a trade-wise or discipline-wise split within each category, nor a category-wise (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD) reservation table – it only states that reservation will apply "as per provisions of the Apprentices Act 1961, Apprentice Rules 1992, and Apprenticeship (Amendment) Rules 2019 & 2025."
RCI Apprentice Engagement 2027 Eligibility
- Educational qualification as per the category applied for (see vacancy table above), from an Indian Institution recognized by the appropriate statutory authority
- Only regular candidates who secured 70% marks or CGPA 7.5 and above in the qualifying examination (Graduate, Diploma, or ITI trade) for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible to apply
- Candidates with a higher qualification than that prescribed for the category are not eligible to apply
- Candidates who have already undergone, or are currently undergoing, apprenticeship training under any organisation are not eligible
- Candidates with more than 1 year of work experience are not eligible
- Indian nationality required
RCI Apprentice Engagement 2027 Stipend
- Stipend is paid as per Government norms (referenced to the Gazette Notification dated 03 September 2025) – the notification does not state the exact monthly stipend figures for each category.
- For Graduate and Technician (Diploma) Apprentices, it is mandatory to have an Aadhaar-seeded/linked bank account, as 50% of the stipend is paid by the Board of Apprenticeship Training (BOAT) under the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme.
Documents Required (At Document Verification/Joining)
- Duly filled application form
- NATS/NAPS profile printout
- 10th class mark sheet and certificate
- Consolidated/final mark sheet of the qualifying examination
- Original/provisional certificate of the qualifying examination
- Caste certificate, if applicable
- PwD certificate, if applicable
- Valid EWS certificate, if applicable
- Any photo ID issued by Govt. of India (PAN Card/Voter ID/Driving Licence)
- Aadhaar Card (mandatory)
- Copy of Aadhaar-seeded bank passbook/statement (mandatory, Aadhaar-linked account required)
- Medical fitness certificate issued by a Government Civil Assistant Surgeon
- Two latest passport-size photographs
- All documents must be carried in original and self-attested copy.
Important Conditions
- Document verification is done for shortlisted candidates only, prior to creation of the apprenticeship contract; any deviation from the desired qualification leads to rejection
- All qualifications must be from Indian Institutions recognized by the appropriate statutory authority
- Suppression of facts leads to disqualification at any stage of selection or during the apprenticeship period
- No TA/DA is paid to applicants called for any stage of the selection process
- Apprentices are not provided hostel accommodation, quarters, or transport by RCI, either during interview or during the apprenticeship period
- The engagement and training strictly follow the Apprentices Act 1961; there is no obligation for employment on completion of training
- Canvassing or personal follow-up for selection leads to immediate cancellation of candidature
- RCI reserves the right to terminate apprenticeship, or to amend/refix/cancel/suspend the selection process at any time, without assigning any reason; the Management's decision is final and binding, with no appeal entertained
- Selected candidates will not be allowed to withdraw from training except for reasons beyond their control, and must execute an apprenticeship contract on the respective portal before training begins
- Any legal dispute is subject to the jurisdiction of the Hon'ble High Court, Hyderabad, Telangana
More Details
- RCI Apprentice Engagement 2027 Age Limit
- RCI Apprentice Engagement 2027 Selection Process
Mode of Selection
- Selection is based on Academic Merit / Interview as required, subject to satisfactory document verification – there is no written test
- Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS categories applies as per the Apprentices Act 1961, Apprentice Rules 1992, and the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Rules 2019 & 2025
- Shortlisted candidates are informed only via the e-mail ID given in the application; candidates must keep it active throughout the selection process, as RCI is not responsible for non-receipt of communication due to a changed mobile number/e-mail
- Before commencement of training, selected candidates must execute a contract of apprenticeship on the respective portal (NATS/NAPS)
- Selected candidates must produce a valid Police Verification Certificate (from their place of last residence for at least 1 year, or permanent address) at the time of joining
- Not specified in the official notification: the exact academic-merit weightage formula, interview marks, or shortlisting ratio.
How to Apply for RCI Apprentice Engagement 2027
- Before applying, ensure you fulfil all eligibility criteria as mentioned in the detailed advertisement at drdo.gov.in.
- B.E./B.Tech/Diploma candidates: Register on the NATS 2.0 portal at nats.education.gov.in (mandatory).
- Log in to NATS 2.0 and apply by selecting Research Centre Imarat, DRDO – Enrolment ID: STLRAC000010.
- ITI Trade candidates: Register on the Apprenticeship India portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (mandatory).
- Log in, click "Apprenticeship Opportunities," search by Establishment Name " RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT " (Establishment ID: E05203600040), choose your trade, and click Apply.
- Submit the application within 30 days of the advertisement's publication in a newspaper.
- Important: Portal registration (NATS 2.0 or Apprenticeship India, as applicable to your category) is mandatory before applying. There is no separate offline or e-mail application route described for the main application itself.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 195 Graduate, Technician and Trade Apprentice Posts?
The last date to apply is 01 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there in DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 195 Graduate, Technician and Trade Apprentice Posts?
There are 195 posts in total.
What is the age limit for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 195 Graduate, Technician and Trade Apprentice Posts?
Minimum Age: Candidate should not be less than 18 years as on 01 September 2026. Not specified in the official notification: any upper age limit; 18 years as on 1 September 2026; no upper age limit is specified.
What qualification is needed for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 195 Graduate, Technician and Trade Apprentice Posts?
Graduate Apprentice: B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Communication (ECE), Instrumentation Engg., Electrical & Electronics (EEE), Computer Science (CSE), Mechanical, Chemical Engg., Metallurgical Engg., Safety Engg., Aeronautical Engg., Aerospace Engg., or Civil Engg. | Technician (Diploma) Apprentice: Diploma in ECE, Instrumentation Engg., EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical Engg., Metallurgical Engg., or…
What is the selection process for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 195 Graduate, Technician and Trade Apprentice Posts?
Selection is based on Academic Merit / Interview as required, subject to satisfactory document verification – there is no written test, Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS categories applies as per the Apprentices Act 1961, Apprentice Rules 1992, and the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Rules 2019 & 2025, Shortlisted candidates are informed only via the e-mail ID given in the application; candidates must keep it active throughout the selection process, as RCI is not responsible for non-receipt of communication due to a changed mobile number/e-mail, Before commencement of training, selected candidates must execute a contract of apprenticeship on the respective portal (NATS/NAPS), Selected candidates must produce a valid Police Verification Certificate (from their place of last residence for at least 1 year, or permanent address) at the time of joining, Not specified in the official notification: the exact academic-merit weightage formula, interview marks, or shortlisting ratio.