DRDO ITR Recruitment 2026 – 54 Graduate & Diploma Apprentice Posts

Table of Contents

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

DRDO ITR Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, a premier laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence. ITR invites applications from eligible Indian nationals for engagement of Graduate Apprentices and Technician (Diploma) Apprentices for a period of one year under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The notification lists 54 vacancies in total (indicative). Applications must reach ITR by 02 November 2026 through Speed Post or Registered Post only. Read the details below for DRDO ITR apprentice vacancy, eligibility, stipend and selection process.

DRDO ITR Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization Name	Integrated Test Range (ITR), DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Government of India
Post Name	Graduate Apprentice, Technician (Diploma) Apprentice
Advertisement / Notification Number	ITR/HRD/AT/11/2026
Total Vacancies: 54	Graduate Apprentice – 32 Technician (Diploma) Apprentice – 22 (Vacancies are indicative and may change at a later stage)
Job Location	ITR, Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha
Application Mode	Offline – typed application by Speed Post / Registered Post
Official Website	www.drdo.gov.in
Apply Start Date	Not Mentioned in Official Notification
Last Date to Apply	02 November 2026

DRDO ITR Vacancy Details 2026

Training Category	Vacancies	Stipend (Per Month)
Graduate Apprentice	32 (B.E/B.Tech Computer Science – 08, Electronics – 08, Electrical – 02, Mechanical – 01, Aerospace – 01, Safety Engineering – 02; B.Lib.Sc – 02; BBA – 04; B.Com – 04)	Rs.12,300/-
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice	22 (Diploma Computer Science – 08, Electronics – 08, Electrical – 02, Cinematography – 02, Medical Laboratory Technology – 02)	Rs.10,900/-
Total	54	–

DRDO ITR Educational Qualification

Category / Discipline	Required Qualification	Additional Requirement / Experience
Graduate Apprentice – Computer Science	B.E/B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering, Computer Science, Communication & Computer Engineering, Computer Science & Information Technology, Computer Science & System Engineering, Computer Technology, Information Technology, Information & Communication Technology or Information Science & Engineering	Registration at www.nats.education.gov.in is required. Passing year must be 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026. Qualification must be completed as a regular candidate. Candidates with higher qualification, or with one year or more of training / job experience after the essential qualification, are not eligible
Graduate Apprentice – Electronics	B.E/B.Tech in Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Tele-Communication, Instrumentation Technology, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation, Applied Electronics & Instrumentation, Electronics & Instrumentation Control, Electronics & Electrical Communication, Electronics & Computer, Instrumentation & Electronics, Electronics (Robotics) or Embedded System
Graduate Apprentice – Electrical	B.E / B.Tech Electrical Engineering
Graduate Apprentice – Mechanical	B.E / B.Tech Mechanical Engineering
Graduate Apprentice – Aerospace	B.E / B.Tech Aerospace Engineering
Graduate Apprentice – Library Science	B.Lib.Sc in Library Science
Graduate Apprentice – Safety	B.E / B.Tech in Safety Engineering
Graduate Apprentice – Administration / HR	BBA
Graduate Apprentice – Accounts	B.Com (Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting)
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice – Computer Science	Diploma in Computer Science & Engineering or the related Computer / Information Technology branches listed for the Graduate category	Registration at www.nats.education.gov.in is required. Passing year must be 2022 to 2026. Regular candidates only; same experience and higher qualification conditions apply
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice – Electronics	Diploma in Electronics Engineering or the related Electronics branches listed for the Graduate category
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice – Electrical	Diploma in Electrical Engineering
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice – Cinematography	Diploma in Cinematography
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice – Medical Laboratory	Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology

Marks in the qualifying examination must be mentioned in percentage. If the result is in CGPA, convert it to percentage as per university norms.

DRDO ITR Age Limit

Particulars	Details
Minimum Age	18 years
Maximum Age	As per Apprentices Act 1961, Apprentices Rules 1992 and NATS 2.0 / NAPS Guidelines
Age Calculation Date	Not Mentioned in Official Notification
Age Relaxation	As per Apprentices Act 1961, Apprentices Rules 1992 and NATS 2.0 / NAPS Guidelines

DRDO ITR Application Fee

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

DRDO ITR Important Dates

Event	Date
Last Date for Receipt of Application at ITR (Speed Post / Registered Post)	02 November 2026
Written Test / Interview Date	Not Mentioned in Official Notification

DRDO ITR Selection Process

• Selection is based on a Written Test, a Personal Interview, or both, for shortlisted candidates only.
• ITR has the right to adopt its own method of shortlisting and is not bound to shortlist every candidate who meets the minimum requirement.
• Reservation is applied as per the Apprentices Act 1961 and Apprentice Rules 1992.
• All information about the Written Test, Interview and call letters is shared through the website / e-mail only.

How to Apply for DRDO ITR Recruitment 2026

1. Register your name on the NATS portal (www.nats.education.gov.in), as non-registered candidates are likely to be rejected.
2. Download the application form (Annexure-A, .docx) from www.drdo.gov.in using the Apply Online link below.
3. Fill in the form in typed form. Handwritten applications, except the signature, are not accepted.
4. Attach self-attested photocopies of all mark sheets and certificates (10th, 12th, Diploma, B.Tech / BBA / B.Com), caste certificate and identity proof.
5. Put everything in a sealed envelope marked “Application for Apprenticeship Training: Category ……… & Subject/Discipline ………”.
6. Send it by Speed Post / Registered Post only to: The Director, Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha-756025, so that it reaches on or before 02 November 2026.
7. Keep a copy of the application for your record.

Important Links

Particulars	Link
Official Notification PDF	Click Here
Apply Online Link	Click Here
Official Website	www.drdo.gov.in

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many vacancies are there in DRDO ITR Recruitment 2026?

The notification lists 32 Graduate Apprentice and 22 Technician (Diploma) Apprentice seats, 54 in total. The numbers are indicative and may change.

What is the last date to apply for DRDO ITR Recruitment 2026?

The application must reach ITR, Chandipur on or before 02 November 2026 by Speed Post or Registered Post.

What is the stipend for DRDO ITR apprentices?

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

Who is eligible for DRDO ITR apprenticeship?

Candidates who passed B.E/B.Tech, Diploma, BBA, B.Com or B.Lib.Sc as regular students in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 and are registered on NATS are eligible. Candidates with higher qualification or one year or more of experience are not eligible.

What is the duration of the apprenticeship?

The training period is 12 months from the execution of the apprenticeship contract.

Is there any job guarantee after apprenticeship at ITR?

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

Will TA/DA or accommodation be provided?

No TA/DA is paid for any stage of selection, and no government quarters, hostel or transport is provided.

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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