DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — 195 Posts, Apply Online
Job Summary:
• Organization: Research Centre Imarat (RCI), DRDO
• Post: Graduate, Technician, and Trade Apprentice — 195 vacancies
• Apply: Starts October 2026 — Ends 01 November 2026
• Job Location: Hyderabad, Telangana
• Official Website: drdo.gov.in
Key Dates — DRDO RCI Apprentice 2026
| Notification Date | October 03, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | November 01, 2026 (Approx. 30 days from publication) |
Application Fees
| General / OBC / EWS | No Fee |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female | No Fee |
Age Limit (as on 01-09-2026)
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | As per Apprenticeship Rules |
Vacancy Details & Eligibility
| Post Category | Total Vacancies | What Education You Need |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 50 | B.E./B.Tech in ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, etc. |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | 30 | Diploma in ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical, or Safety Engg. |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | 115 | ITI Pass in Fitter, Electrician, COPA, Welder, Machinist, or Grinder. |
Selection Process
You will be selected based on your academic merit. The department will review the marks you secured in your degree, diploma, or ITI exams. Some candidates may be called for a personal interview at the Hyderabad office before the final selection list is released.
How to Apply
You can apply for the DRDO RCI Apprentice positions by following these simple steps:
- For Graduate & Diploma: Register yourself on the NATS 2.0 portal (nats.education.gov.in).
- For ITI Trades: Register on the Apprenticeship India portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in).
- Once registered, log in and search for "Research Centre Imarat" under the establishment search.
- Fill out the application form carefully and upload the required documents.
- Submit your application before the last date and keep a printed copy for your records.
Important Links
• Apply Online (Graduate/Diploma): NATS 2.0 Portal
• Apply Online (ITI): Apprenticeship India
• Official Notification: Download PDF
• Official Website: Visit DRDO Website
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