DRDO ITR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 54 Graduate & Technician Posts

Table of Contents

1. DRDO ITR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
2. DRDO ITR Apprentice Vacancy Details
3. DRDO ITR Apprentice Educational Qualification
4. DRDO ITR Apprentice Age Limit
5. DRDO ITR Apprentice Application Fee
6. DRDO ITR Apprentice Important Dates
7. DRDO ITR Apprentice Selection Process
8. How to Apply for DRDO ITR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
9. Important Links
10. Frequently Asked Questions
11. Disclaimer
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✓ Last verified on 16 October 2026 from official notification

DRDO ITR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, a premier laboratory of DRDO, for engagement of Graduate and Technician (Diploma) Apprentices for one year under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Applications must reach the office by 2 November 2026 through Speed Post or Registered Post. Total Vacancies: 54 (indicative, as per the category-wise table).

DRDO ITR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization Name	Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, DRDO, Ministry of Defence
Post Name	Graduate Apprentice and Technician (Diploma) Apprentice
Advertisement / Notification Number	ITR/HRD/AT/11/2026 dated 09.10.2026
Total Vacancies	54 (vacancies are indicative and may change)
Job Location	Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha
Application Mode	Offline (Speed Post / Registered Post only)
Official Website	www.drdo.gov.in
Apply Start Date	Not Mentioned in Official Notification
Last Date to Apply	2 November 2026

DRDO ITR Apprentice Vacancy Details

Post Name	Vacancies	Stipend
Graduate Apprentice	B.E/B.Tech Computer Science and related – 08 B.E/B.Tech Electronics and related – 08 B.E/B.Tech Electrical – 02 B.E/B.Tech Mechanical – 01 B.E/B.Tech Aerospace – 01 B.Lib.Sc – 02 B.E/B.Tech Safety Engineering – 02 BBA (Administration/HR) – 04 B.Com (Financial/Cost Accounting) – 04	Rs. 12,300 per month
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice	Diploma Computer Science and related – 08 Diploma Electronics and related – 08 Diploma Electrical – 02 Diploma Cinematography – 02 Diploma Medical Laboratory Technology – 02	Rs. 10,900 per month

DRDO ITR Apprentice Educational Qualification

Post Name	Required Qualification	Additional Requirement / Experience
Graduate Apprentice	B.E / B.Tech in the above disciplines OR B.Lib.Sc OR BBA OR B.Com, as per the vacancy table	Passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 as a regular candidate; registration at www.nats.education.gov.in required
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice	Diploma in Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical, Cinematography OR Medical Laboratory Technology, as per the vacancy table	Passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 as a regular candidate; registration at www.nats.education.gov.in required

Candidates with higher qualification, and those with one year or more of training or job experience after the essential qualification, are not eligible.

DRDO ITR Apprentice Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: As per the Apprentices Act 1961, Apprentices Rules 1992 and NATS 2.0 / NAPS guidelines
• Age Calculation Date: Not Mentioned in Official Notification
• Age Relaxation: As per the Apprentices Act 1961, Apprentices Rules 1992 and NATS 2.0 / NAPS guidelines

DRDO ITR Apprentice Application Fee

Category	Application Fee	Payment Mode
All Categories	Not Mentioned in Official Notification	Not Mentioned in Official Notification

DRDO ITR Apprentice Important Dates

Event	Date
Last Date for Receipt of Application at ITR, Chandipur	2 November 2026

DRDO ITR Apprentice Selection Process

• Selection is based on a Written Test, Personal Interview, or both, for shortlisted candidates only.
• ITR reserves the right to adopt its own method of shortlisting.
• Reservation applies as per the Apprentices Act 1961 and Apprentice Rules 1992.

How to Apply for DRDO ITR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

1. Register your name at www.nats.education.gov.in.
2. Download the prescribed application form (Annexure-A) from www.drdo.gov.in and type it; handwritten applications except signature are not accepted.
3. Attach self-attested copies of mark sheets and certificates (10th, 12th, Diploma, B.Tech/BBA/B.Com), caste certificate and identity proof.
4. Put everything in a sealed envelope marked “Application for Apprenticeship Training: Category ……… & Subject/Discipline ………”.
5. Send it by Speed Post or Registered Post to The Director, Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha-756025, so that it reaches on or before 2 November 2026.

Important Links

Link	URL
Official Notification PDF	Click Here
Apply Online Link	Not Available (Offline Application)
Official Website	www.drdo.gov.in

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date for DRDO ITR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Applications must reach ITR, Chandipur on or before 2 November 2026.

Is there an online application?

No. Applications are to be sent offline by Speed Post or Registered Post.

What is the stipend?

Rs. 12,300 per month for Graduate Apprentices and Rs. 10,900 per month for Technician (Diploma) Apprentices.

Who can apply?

Candidates who passed the qualifying degree or diploma in 2022 to 2026 as regular candidates and are registered on the NATS portal.

What is the training period?

12 months from the execution of the contract of apprenticeship.

Will employment be offered after training?

No. ITR is not obliged to offer any employment after the apprenticeship.

Disclaimer

Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. The information in this article is prepared for quick reference only. For complete and updated details, including eligibility conditions, reservation rules, and application instructions, please visit the official website or read the official notification.

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