About Post
Research Centre Imarat (RCI), part of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) at the Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Vignyana Kancha, Hyderabad, Telangana, has invited applications for apprenticeship training for the year 2027. The DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers a total of 195 posts, on a tentative basis, for Graduate Apprentices, Technician (Diploma) Apprentices and Trade Apprentices (ITI). Training will last for one year under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The online application window runs from 1 October 2026 to 1 November 2026, and there is no application fee. Candidates should read Advertisement No. RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027 carefully, check that they meet the marks, pass-year and age conditions, and apply through the correct portal for their category before the last date.
Short Information and Overview
| Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) | DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – WWW.TECHJOBRESULT.COM |
|---|---|
| Organization | Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Vignyana Kancha, Hyderabad, Telangana |
| Total Post | 195 Posts |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice, Technician (Diploma) Apprentice and Trade Apprentice (ITI) |
| Advertisement Number | RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027 |
| Education Qualification | B.E./B.Tech, relevant engineering diploma or NCVT/SCVT ITI, as per the category applied for |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years as on 1 September 2026; no upper age limit is specified in the notification |
| Salary / Stipend | As per Government norms (Gazette Notification dated 3 September 2025); exact stipend figures are not stated in the notification |
| Start Date | 1 October 2026 |
| End Date | 1 November 2026 |
| Official Website | drdo.gov.in |
| Application Mode | Online only, through NATS 2.0 for Graduate and Diploma Apprentices and through Apprenticeship India for ITI Trade Apprentices |
Application Fee and Important Dates
| Important Dates | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Notification Published: 1 October 2026 | Application Fee: Nil (No Fee) for all categories |
| Apply Online Start Date: 1 October 2026 | Do not pay any fee to any unofficial website or agent. |
| Last Date to Apply Online: 1 November 2026 | Application Mode: Online only |
| Note: The advertisement expresses the last date as 30 days from publication, and 1 November 2026 is stated here as the last date on that basis. | Training Year: 2027; Training Duration: 1 year |
Post Name and Education Qualification
| Post Name | Education Qualification |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (B.E./B.Tech) | B.E./B.Tech in Electronics and Communication, Instrumentation, Electrical and Electronics, Computer Science, Mechanical, Chemical, Metallurgical, Safety, Aeronautical, Aerospace or Civil |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | Relevant engineering diploma |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | NCVT/SCVT ITI in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Draughtsman (Mechanical), Mechanic-Diesel, Library Assistant or COPA |
Candidates must have at least 70% marks or a CGPA of 7.5 and above in the qualifying examination, and only qualifying passes from 2022 to 2026 are eligible. A candidate who holds a higher qualification than the one prescribed for a category is not eligible for that category.
Total Post
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (B.E./B.Tech) | 50 |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | 30 |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | 115 |
| Total | 195 |
The total of 195 posts is tentative and may vary as per the notification.
Category Wise Total Post
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 50 |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | 30 |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | 115 |
| Total | 195 |
The category-wise figures above are the apprentice-category totals given in the notification. No separate caste-wise break-up is claimed here, as it was not part of the verified facts for this post.
Age Limit
Candidates must be at least 18 years old as on 1 September 2026. No upper age limit is specified in the notification, so no upper limit is claimed here. Age relaxation will apply as per the rules where applicable.
Salary / Stipend Details
Apprentices will receive a stipend as per Government norms, under the Gazette Notification dated 3 September 2025, for the one-year training period. The exact stipend figures are not stated in the notification, so no amount is claimed here. This is apprenticeship training, not a regular appointment, and it carries no employment obligation after training.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting on academic merit.
- Interview, if required.
- Document verification.
There is no employment obligation after training. No hostel, quarters or transport is provided, and no TA or DA is payable.
How to Apply
- Read Advertisement No. RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027 and check your eligibility, marks and pass year carefully.
- Graduate and Diploma candidates should apply through NATS 2.0 at nats.education.gov.in, and ITI Trade candidates should apply through Apprenticeship India at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
- On the portal, search for the establishment named RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT and select the correct apprentice category.
- Fill the online form with correct personal, educational and contact details, and upload the documents asked for in the notification.
- Check every entry once again, then submit the form before 1 November 2026.
- Save a copy or printout of the submitted form for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online – NATS 2.0 (Graduate and Diploma Apprentice) | Click Here |
| Apply Online – Apprenticeship India (ITI Trade Apprentice) | Click Here |
| Official Website – DRDO | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
Note: A separate direct notification PDF link is not given here, because a direct PDF link could not be verified. Candidates should use the Official Website link above to check the full notification before applying.
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FAQs
What is the last date to apply for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date is 1 November 2026. The advertisement expresses it as 30 days from publication, and the application window runs from 1 October 2026 to 1 November 2026.
How many posts are available in DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
There are 195 posts in total, on a tentative basis: Graduate Apprentice 50, Technician (Diploma) Apprentice 30 and Trade Apprentice (ITI) 115.
What is the eligibility for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates need B.E./B.Tech, a relevant engineering diploma or NCVT/SCVT ITI, as per their category, with at least 70% marks or CGPA 7.5 and above, and a qualifying pass year from 2022 to 2026. A candidate with a higher qualification than prescribed for a category is not eligible for that category.
Is there any application fee, and what stipend will apprentices receive?
There is no application fee. The stipend will be as per Government norms under the Gazette Notification dated 3 September 2025, and exact stipend figures are not stated in the notification.
How will candidates be selected for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Selection is by shortlisting on academic merit, followed by an interview if required and then document verification. Candidates must be at least 18 years old as on 1 September 2026, and no upper age limit is specified in the notification.