Research Centre Imarat (RCI), a premier laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) under the Ministry of Defence, has invited online applications from eligible Indian nationals for Apprenticeship Training for one year under the Apprentices Act.
The RCI DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027) notification was released on 10 October 2026. The last date for online registration is within 30 days from the date of advertisement in Employment News (i.e., 09 November 2026). Candidates can find all important details, eligibility, how to apply and links on this page.
RCI DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2026
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Organization Name |
Research Centre Imarat (RCI), DRDO |
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| Advertisement No. |
RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027 |
| Post Name |
Graduate, Technician (Diploma) & Trade Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies |
195 |
| Age Limit |
Minimum 18 Years as on 01.09.2026 |
| Training Duration |
1 Year |
| Stipend |
As per Government norms |
| Educational Qualification |
BE/B.Tech / Diploma / ITI (relevant disciplines) |
| Application Fee |
Not specified in the notice |
| Selection Process |
As per detailed advertisement on DRDO website |
| Job Location |
Hyderabad, Telangana |
| Last Date |
09 November 2026 |
✅ RCI DRDO Apprentice 2026 Vacancy Details:
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S. No. |
Apprenticeship Category |
Vacancies |
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1 |
Graduate Apprentice |
50* |
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2 |
Technician Apprentice (Diploma) |
30* |
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3 |
Trade Apprentice (ITI Pass) |
115* |
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Total |
195* | |
* Vacancies are subject to change. Training is for the year 2027 at Research Centre Imarat, Hyderabad.
✅ RCI DRDO Apprentice 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
- Graduate Apprentice (50 posts): B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE), Computer Science Engineering (CSE), Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Safety Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or Civil Engineering.
- Technician Apprentice / Diploma (30 posts): Diploma in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering or Safety Engineering.
- Trade Apprentice / ITI (115 posts): ITI in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic Diesel, Electronic Mechanic, Electrician, COPA (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant), Draughtsman Engineering (Mechanical) or Grinder, with NCVT/SCVT affiliation.
- Marks Requirement: Regular candidates who secured 70% marks or CGPA 7.5 and above in the qualifying examination for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026 are eligible.
- Portal Registration (Mandatory): B.E./B.Tech. and Diploma candidates must register on the NATS 2.0 portal. ITI candidates must register on the Apprenticeship India portal.
- Age Limit (as on 01.09.2026): Candidates must be at least 18 years old. Upper age limit is not specified in the supplied notice.
✅ RCI DRDO Apprentice 2026 Stipend:
- Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice (Diploma) and Trade Apprentice (ITI): Stipend as per Government norms (with reference to the Gazette notification dated 3 September 2025).
- Graduate and Technician apprentices must have an Aadhaar-seeded bank account to receive 50% of the stipend from the Board of Apprenticeship Training (BOAT) under the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme.
✅ RCI DRDO Apprentice 2026 Selection Process:
- Merit List
- Documents Verification
✅ Important Dates:
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Event |
Date |
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Date of Notification |
10 October 2026 |
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Age Calculation Date |
01 September 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Registration |
09 November 2026 (within 30 days from Employment News dated 10-10-2026) |
✅ Important Links:
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RCI DRDO Apprentice 2026 Detailed Notification PDF |
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DRDO Official Website |
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NATS 2.0 Portal (Graduate / Diploma) |
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Apprenticeship India Portal (ITI Candidates) |
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Join IndGovtJobs.in Govt Jobs Alert Channels |
✅ How to Apply for RCI DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
Eligible candidates must apply ONLINE ONLY through the respective apprenticeship portals. Before applying, read the detailed advertisement available at https://drdo.gov.in.
For Graduate and Diploma Candidates:
➢ Step 1: Register on the NATS 2.0 portal at https://nats.education.gov.in.
➢ Step 2: Log in to the portal.
➢ Step 3: Select Research Centre Imarat, DRDO.
➢ Step 4: Use Establishment ID: STLRAC000010.
➢ Step 5: Complete the application and submit it through the portal.
For ITI Candidates:
➢ Step 1: Register or log in at https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
➢ Step 2: Open Apprenticeship Opportunities.
➢ Step 3: Search by establishment name: RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT, DRDO.
➢ Step 4: Use Establishment ID: E05203600040.
➢ Step 5: Select the appropriate trade and click Apply.
✅ FAQs:
How many vacancies are there in RCI DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 195 apprenticeship posts are available (Graduate – 50, Technician/Diploma – 30, Trade/ITI – 115). Vacancies may vary.
What is the last date to apply for RCI DRDO Apprentice 2026?
The last date for online registration is 09 November 2026 (within 30 days from the Employment News advertisement dated 10-10-2026).
What is the age limit for RCI DRDO Apprentice?
Candidates must be at least 18 years old as on 01 September 2026. Upper age limit is not specified in the supplied notice.
What is the educational qualification required?
BE/B.Tech, Diploma or ITI in the specified disciplines/trades with 70% marks or CGPA 7.5 and above for the years 2022 to 2026. Portal registration on NATS 2.0 or Apprenticeship India is mandatory.
What is the stipend for RCI DRDO Apprentices?
Stipend is paid as per Government norms. Graduate and Technician apprentices need an Aadhaar-seeded bank account for 50% DBT from BOAT.
How to apply for RCI DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Graduate and Diploma candidates apply via NATS 2.0 portal (Establishment ID: STLRAC000010). ITI candidates apply via Apprenticeship India portal (Establishment ID: E05203600040).