The Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment (CVRDE), Avadi, Chennai, under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, invites offline applications from eligible ITI candidates for the recruitment of 90 ITI Apprentice Trainee positions under Advertisement No. CVRDE/ADMIN/2025. Eligible candidates must submit their applications by 15th August 2025.
In this article, www.indgovtjobs.in provides comprehensive details of DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2025, including vacancies, eligibility criteria, application process, selection process, important dates, and relevant links.
DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2025 – 90 Posts, Notification, Application Form
| Recruitment Authority | Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment (CVRDE), DRDO |
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| Total Vacancies | 90 |
| Post | ITI Apprentice Trainee (Various Trades) |
| Age Limit | 18–27 years (OBC: 30 years, SC/ST: 32 years, PWD: 37 years) as on 15/08/2025 |
| Stipend | ₹7,700–8,050/- per month |
| Minimum Qualification | ITI in relevant trade (NCVT recognized) |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting (ITI marks), Screening Test/Interview |
| Last Date | 15/08/2025 |
| Job Location | Avadi, Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
DRDO CVRDE Vacancy 2025 – Trade-Wise Details:
| Trade | Vacancies |
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| Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | 11 |
| Draughtsman (Mechanical) | 10 |
| Electrician | 12 |
| Fitter | 10 |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 08 |
| Machinist | 05 |
| Painter | 01 |
| Plumber | 03 |
| Turner | 05 |
| Welder | 05 |
| Electronics | 06 |
| Sheet Metal | 01 |
| Computer Networking Technician | 01 |
| Computer & Peripherals Hardware Repair & Maintenance Mechanic | 01 |
| Photography | 04 |
| Book Binding | 04 |
| CAD | 03 |
| Total | 90 |
DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification:
✔️ ITI certificate in the relevant trade, duly recognized by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT).
Candidates who passed ITI in 2021 or later are eligible.
Age Limit (as on 15/08/2025):
✔️ Minimum: 18 years
✔️ Maximum: Unreserved: 27 years, OBC: 30 years, SC/ST: 32 years, PWD: 37 years
✔️ Relaxation: As per Government of India norms.
DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2025 Stipend:
✔️ COPA, Painter, Welder: ₹7,700/- per month
✔️ Other Trades: ₹8,050/- per month
✔️ No other allowances (TA/DA, accommodation) provided during training.
DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2025 Selection Process:
✔️ Shortlisting based on marks obtained in ITI qualifying exam
✔️ Screening Test/Interview
✔️ Document Verification
DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2025 Important Dates:
| Activity | Date |
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| Notification Release | 25/07/2025 |
| Application Submission Start | 26/07/2025 |
| Application Submission Deadline | 15/08/2025 |
DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2025 Important Links:
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DRDO CVRDE Detailed Notification |
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NCVT MIS Portal Registration |
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Latest ITI Govt Jobs |
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Join Our Govt Jobs Alert Channel |
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. How to apply for DRDO CVRDE ITI Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
Download the application form from www.drdo.gov.in, fill it, and send with self-attested documents to The Director, CVRDE, Ministry of Defence, DRDO, Avadi, Chennai – 600054 by 15/08/2025 via Ordinary/Registered/Speed Post. Superscribe the envelope with “Application for ITI Apprenticeship-2025.”
2. What is the eligibility for DRDO CVRDE ITI Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
ITI certificate in relevant trade (NCVT recognized), passed in 2021 or later. Age: 18–27 years (OBC: 30 years, SC/ST: 32 years, PWD: 37 years) as on 15/08/2025, with relaxation as per norms.
3. What is the selection process for DRDO CVRDE ITI Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
Shortlisting based on ITI marks, followed by Screening Test/Interview and Document Verification.
4. What is the last date to apply for DRDO CVRDE ITI Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
15/08/2025.
5. How many vacancies are available in DRDO CVRDE ITI Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
90 posts across various trades (COPA: 11, Electrician: 12, Fitter: 10, Draughtsman: 10, others).
by Prabhu | Last Updated on 2025-07-28T13:51:11Z