The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad has issued the official notification for DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025. Applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals for the engagement of Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Trade Apprentices for a one-year training period under the Apprentices Act 1961 (as amended).
This recruitment offers a great opportunity for engineering graduates, diploma holders, and ITI pass-outs to gain hands-on training in a leading defence laboratory. A total of 195 vacancies are available across various disciplines. The selection process will be based on academic performance and eligibility criteria. Interested candidates must submit their applications online through the official apprenticeship portals before the closing date. Download the Notification pdf for more detail and Apply Online.
| Organization | Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) |
| Post Name | Graduate, Technician (Diploma), and ITI Trade Apprentices |
| Vacancies | 195 |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Notification release date | 27 September 2025 |
| Application start date | 27 September 2025 |
| Last date to apply | 26 October 2025 |
| Category | DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF |
| Official website | www.drdo.gov.in |
| Application fees | Gen/ OBC/ EWS: ₹0/- SC/ ST/ Other: ₹0/- |
| Age Limit | Minimum Age: 18 Years Maximum Age: 24 Years Age Limit as on: 01/09/2025 |
| Qualifications | Graduate Apprentice: B.E./B.Tech in ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical Technician (Diploma) Apprentice: Diploma in ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical ITI Trade Apprentice: ITI in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic-Diesel, Draughtsman (Mechanical), Electronic Mechanic, Electrician, COPA, Library Assistant |
| Apply Online | From 27.09.2025 |
| Notification pdf | Soon |