| Important Dates | Application Fee |
| • Notification Release Date: 10 October 2026 • Online Application Start Date: 10 October 2026 • Last Date to Apply Online: 08 November 2026 (23:59 Hrs) | • UR / Gen / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PWD / ESM / Female: Nil • Mode of Payment: Online |
| Age Limit Details |
| • Age Limit: Minimum 18 Years • Age as on: 01/09/2026 • Age relaxation extra as per rules. |
| Vacancy Details – Total: 195 Posts | ||
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 50 | B.E. / B.Tech in relevant Engineering branch (2022–2026 passouts with 70% or CGPA 7.5+) |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | 30 | Diploma in relevant Engineering branch (2022–2026 passouts with 70% or CGPA 7.5+) |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | 115 | ITI in relevant trade with NCVT/SCVT affiliation (2022–2026 passouts with 70% or CGPA 7.5+) |
| Quick Overview |
| • Department Name: Ministry of Defence • Post Name: Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice (Diploma), Trade Apprentice (ITI) |
| DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process |
| The selection process for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages: • Academic Merit / Interview • Document Verification • Medical Examination |
| How to Apply for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
| • For Graduate & Diploma candidates: Register on the NATS 2.0 portal at nats.education.gov.in. • Log in, search for “Research Centre Imarat, DRDO” using Enrollment ID STLRAC000010, and apply. • For ITI Trade candidates: Register on the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in. • Go to ‘Apprenticeship Opportunities’, search by Establishment Name “RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT” (Establishment ID: E05203600040), select your trade, and click apply. • Ensure your profile is completely updated and save a printout of your NATS/NAPS profile for future reference. |
| Some Useful Important Links | |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Online Form Link (Graduate / Diploma) | Click Here |
| Online Form Link (ITI Trade) | Click Here |
| DRDO Official Website | Click Here |