Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE), Avadi, Chennai, a laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation under the Ministry of Defence, has invited eligible ITI candidates for apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Engagement will be through Walk-in Interview as per Advertisement No. CVRDE/ADMIN/2026-27.
The CVRDE ITI Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 is for 93 tenure-based apprentice trainee posts in various ITI trades. The Walk-in Interview will be held on 08 and 09 September 2026 from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM at CVRDE, Avadi. The Selection will be based on ITI marks and interview. This article covers vacancy details, stipend, eligibility, official notification and walk-in instructions.
CVRDE ITI Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
ITI Apprentice Trainee (18 Trades) |
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| Total Vacancies |
93 Posts |
| Age Limit |
18 to 27 years (UR) as on 01.09.2026 | OBC 30 | SC/ST 32 | PwD 37 years |
| Salary |
Stipend ₹10,560 / ₹11,040 per month (trade-wise) |
| Minimum Qualification |
NCVT / SCVT ITI in the relevant trade (pass year 2023 / 2024 / 2025 / 2026 only) |
| Application Fee |
Nil |
| Selection Process |
Shortlisting on ITI marks + Walk-in Interview |
| Job Location |
CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai – 600 054 |
| Walk-in Date |
08 September 2026 & 09 September 2026 (09:00 AM to 05:00 PM) |
✅ CVRDE ITI Apprentice Vacancy 2026 Trade Wise List:
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Trade |
No of Vacancies |
Stipend (per month) |
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Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) |
13 | ₹10,560 |
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Draughtsman (Mechanical) |
10 | ₹11,040 |
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Electrician |
12 | ₹11,040 |
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Fitter |
10 | ₹11,040 |
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Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) |
08 | ₹11,040 |
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Machinist |
05 | ₹11,040 |
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Painter |
01 | ₹10,560 |
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Plumber |
03 | ₹11,040 |
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Turner |
05 | ₹11,040 |
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Welder |
05 | ₹10,560 |
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Electronics Mechanic |
06 | ₹11,040 |
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Sheet Metal Worker |
01 | ₹11,040 |
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Computer Networking Technician |
01 | ₹10,560 |
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Computer & Peripherals Hardware Repair & Maintenance Mechanic |
01 | ₹10,560 |
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Photographer |
04 | ₹11,040 |
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Book Binder |
02 | ₹11,040 |
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CAD-CAM Operator Cum Programmer |
03 | ₹10,560 |
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Food Production (General) |
03 | ₹10,560 |
Indicative category slots: UR-40, OBC-25, SC-13, EWS-09, ST-06. Vacancy numbers are provisional and may change after assessment of eligible candidates.
✅ CVRDE ITI Apprentice 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Post Name |
Age Limit |
Essential Qualification |
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ITI Apprentice Trainee |
Min. 18 years |
Passed ITI from NCVT / SCVT in the relevant trade. Minimum two-year duration except COPA, Painter, Plumber, Welder and Food Production. Only regular candidates who passed in 2023 / 2024 / 2025 / 2026 are eligible. Results must have been declared on or before 30.08.2026. NCVT/SCVT MIS portal registration is mandatory. |
Age is reckoned as on 01 September 2026. Candidates who passed the qualifying exam before 2023 are not eligible. Expired OBC certificates will not be accepted. Provisional certificates may be accepted at joining, but the final NCVT/SCVT certificate must be submitted later.
✅ CVRDE ITI Apprentice 2026 Selection Process:
Selection will be through shortlisting on marks obtained in the qualifying ITI examination, followed by Walk-in Interview. Selected candidates will be given the joining letter on the spot at CVRDE, Avadi.
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Shortlisting on ITI marks
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Walk-in Interview and document verification on 08–09 September 2026
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On-the-spot joining letter for selected candidates
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Police verification certificate required at the time of joining
✅ CVRDE ITI Apprentice 2026 Application Fee:
- Nil.
✅ CVRDE ITI Apprentice 2026 Important Dates:
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Age Reckoned As On |
01 September 2026 |
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Walk-in Interview |
08 September 2026 & 09 September 2026 (09:00 AM to 05:00 PM) |
✅ CVRDE ITI Apprentice 2026 Important Links:
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CVRDE ITI Apprentice Advertisement PDF |
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NCVT / SCVT MIS Portal (mandatory registration) |
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DRDO Official Website |
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Join IndGovtJobs Daily Job Alert Channels |
✅ How to Apply CVRDE ITI Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026?
There is no separate last date for online application. Eligible candidates must attend the Walk-in Interview at CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai on 08 or 09 September 2026 with the application and originals. Register first on the NCVT/SCVT MIS portal and carry the registration number.
- Step 1: Confirm trade, ITI pass year (2023–2026), NCVT/SCVT certificate and age as on 01.09.2026. Complete MIS portal registration.
- Step 2: Carry 10th / 12th mark sheet and certificate, ITI mark sheets and NCVT/SCVT certificate, caste / EWS / PwD certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card and MIS registration number.
- Step 3: Report at CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai – 600 054 between 09:00 AM and 05:00 PM on 08.09.2026 or 09.09.2026 for document verification and interview.
- Step 4: Selection status will be informed on the spot. Selected candidates receive the joining letter at the venue.
- Step 5: Produce a valid police verification certificate from last residence / permanent address at the time of joining.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in CVRDE ITI Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026?
93 posts across 18 ITI trades, including COPA, Electrician, Fitter, Draughtsman (Mechanical) and others.
When is the CVRDE ITI Apprentice Walk-in Interview 2026?
08 September 2026 and 09 September 2026, from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM at CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai.
What is the stipend for CVRDE ITI Apprentice trainees?
₹10,560 per month for COPA, Painter, Welder, Computer Networking Technician, Hardware Mechanic, CAD-CAM Operator and Food Production; ₹11,040 per month for the remaining trades.
What is the selection process for CVRDE ITI Apprentice posts?
Shortlisting on ITI marks followed by Walk-in Interview and document verification. Joining letters will be issued on the spot to selected candidates.
Is the CVRDE ITI Apprentice post a regular job?
No. Training is under the Apprentices Act, 1961. There is no guarantee of employment in CVRDE or DRDO after completion of apprenticeship.
Where will selected CVRDE ITI apprentices be trained?
Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE), Avadi, Chennai – 600 054.