ITR Chandipur Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 54 Graduate and Diploma Apprentice Vacancies

Table of Contents

1. ITR Chandipur Apprentice Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
2. Discipline-wise Vacancies and Stipend
3. Eligibility and Educational Qualification
4. Age Limit
5. Application Fee
6. Important Dates
7. How Candidates Are Selected
8. Steps to Apply
9. Important Links
10. Common Questions
11. Disclaimer
12. Other Recent Jobs

✓ Last verified on 15 October 2026 from official notification

Looking for a one-year apprenticeship with a DRDO test range? ITR Chandipur Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is now open. The Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha, a DRDO establishment under the Ministry of Defence, has invited applications through Advt. No. ITR/HRD/AT/11/2026 for Graduate and Technician (Diploma) apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The vacancies listed add up to 54 (indicative), and applications must reach ITR on or before 2 November 2026.

ITR Chandipur Apprentice Recruitment 2026 at a Glance

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 (published 09-10-2026)
Total Vacancies	54 (32 Graduate + 22 Technician; indicative, may change)
Job Location	Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha
Application Mode	Offline – Speed Post or Registered Post only
Official Website	www.drdo.gov.in
Apply Start Date	9 October 2026
Last Date to Apply	2 November 2026

Discipline-wise Vacancies and Stipend

ITR may increase or decrease the number of seats. The training period is one year.

Post / Discipline	Vacancies	Stipend
Graduate – B.E/B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering (and allied)	8	Rs 12,300 per month
Graduate – B.E/B.Tech Electronics Engineering (and allied)	8	Rs 12,300 per month
Graduate – B.E/B.Tech Electrical Engineering	2	Rs 12,300 per month
Graduate – B.E/B.Tech Mechanical Engineering	1	Rs 12,300 per month
Graduate – B.E/B.Tech Aerospace Engineering	1	Rs 12,300 per month
Graduate – B.Lib.Sc (Library Science)	2	Rs 12,300 per month
Graduate – B.E/B.Tech Safety Engineering	2	Rs 12,300 per month
Graduate – BBA (Administration/HR)	4	Rs 12,300 per month
Graduate – B.Com (Financial Accounting / Cost Accounting)	4	Rs 12,300 per month
Technician – Diploma in Computer Science & Engineering (and allied)	8	Rs 10,900 per month
Technician – Diploma in Electronics Engineering (and allied)	8	Rs 10,900 per month
Technician – Diploma in Electrical Engineering	2	Rs 10,900 per month
Technician – Diploma in Cinematography	2	Rs 10,900 per month
Technician – Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology	2	Rs 10,900 per month

Eligibility and Educational Qualification

Post Name	Required Qualification	Additional Requirement / Experience
Graduate Apprentice	Degree in the discipline applied for (B.E/B.Tech, B.Lib.Sc, BBA or B.Com, as listed above), passed as a regular candidate	Passing year must be 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026. Candidates with one year or more of training/job experience after qualifying are not eligible.
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice	Diploma in the discipline applied for, passed as a regular candidate	Passing year must be 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026. Registration on the NATS portal (www.nats.education.gov.in) is required.

Candidates holding a higher qualification than the one advertised are not eligible. Marks must be stated as a percentage; CGPA should be converted as per university norms.

Age Limit

Minimum age is 18 years. The maximum age and age relaxation follow the Apprentices Act, 1961, the Apprentice Rules, 1992 and the NATS 2.0/NAPS guidelines. The age calculation date is Not Mentioned in Official Notification. Reservation is applied as per the Apprentices Act and Rules, as amended, and PwBD candidates are eligible only for the trades designated under the Rules.

Application Fee

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

Important Dates

Event	Date
Advertisement Published	9 October 2026
Last Date (application must reach ITR)	2 November 2026

How Candidates Are Selected

Shortlisting is at the discretion of ITR, and meeting the minimum criteria does not guarantee selection. Shortlisted candidates may be called for a written test, a personal interview, or both. No TA/DA is paid for any stage. Credentials are verified before the contract is signed, and a medical fitness certificate is needed on joining.

Steps to Apply

1. Register on the NATS portal at www.nats.education.gov.in, if not already registered.
2. Download the application form (Annexure-A) from the DRDO website and fill it in by typing. Handwritten forms are not accepted, except for the signature.
3. Affix a recent passport-size photograph and attach self-attested copies of the 10th, 12th, diploma and degree mark sheets/certificates, caste certificate and identity proof.
4. Write “Application for Apprenticeship Training: Category … & Subject/Discipline …” on the envelope.
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
Application Form (Annexure-A)	Download Form
Apply Online Link	Not Available (offline application)
Official Website	www.drdo.gov.in

Common Questions

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

The application and documents must reach ITR on or before 2 November 2026.

Is there an online application?

No. The notification asks for a typed application sent by Speed Post or Registered Post only.

What is the monthly stipend?

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

Who can apply?

Regular degree or diploma holders who passed in 2022 to 2026, with no more than the advertised qualification and under one year of post-qualification training or job experience.

Will ITR offer a job after apprenticeship?

No. ITR has no obligation to offer employment after the training.

Is accommodation provided?

No government quarters, hostel or transport is provided, including during interviews and training.

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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