🚀 DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 195 Posts at RCI Hyderabad

Apply online for DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025 (195 Posts) at RCI Hyderabad. Check eligibility, qualifications, age limit, salary, and apply before 26 October 2025 at drdo.gov.in.

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has officially announced the Apprentice Recruitment 2025 for the Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad. This notification invites applications from eligible candidates for Graduate, Technician (Diploma), and ITI Trade Apprentice posts.

A total of 195 vacancies are available, and the online registration process has already begun from 27 September 2025, continuing until 26 October 2025. This is a great opportunity for fresh engineering graduates, diploma holders, and ITI-certified candidates to start their careers with one of India’s most prestigious research institutions.

🧾 DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Overview

🎓 Educational Qualification : DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025

1️⃣ Graduate Apprentice:
B.E/B.Tech in one of the following disciplines –

• Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)
• Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE)
• Computer Science Engineering (CSE)
• Mechanical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering

2️⃣ Technician (Diploma) Apprentice:
Diploma in –

• ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering

3️⃣ ITI Trade Apprentice:
Trades:
Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Diesel Mechanic, Draughtsman (Mechanical), Electronic Mechanic, Electrician, Library Assistant, and COPA (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant)

🔢 Vacancy Distribution : DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025

🎂 Age Limit (as on 01 September 2025)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: As per Apprenticeship Rules

💰 Application Fee

✅ No application fee is required for any category.

⚙️ Selection Process

Candidates will be selected through:
1️⃣ Shortlisting (based on academic qualifications)
2️⃣ Document Verification
3️⃣ Medical Examination

🧠 How to Apply for DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025

For Graduate & Diploma Candidates:

• Register first on the NATS Portal → nats.education.gov.in

For ITI Candidates:

• Register through the Apprenticeship India Portal → apprenticeshipindia.gov.in

After registration, follow these steps:

1. Fill out the DRDO Apprentice Online Application Form 2025 carefully.
2. Upload scanned copies of all required documents.
3. Submit the form and take a printout for future use.

📅 Important Dates

🔗 Important Links

🌟 Key Takeaways

• Total 195 Apprentice vacancies under DRDO RCI Hyderabad.
• Posts include Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Apprentices.
• Monthly stipend up to ₹12,000.
• No application fee for any category.
• Last date to apply online is 26 October 2025.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and technical exposure under the supervision of India’s top scientists and engineers at DRDO.

❓ FAQs – DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025

Q1. What is the last date to apply for DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
👉 The last date for online application is 26 October 2025.

Q2. How many total vacancies are available under DRDO Apprentice 2025?
👉 There are 195 total vacancies, including Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Trade Apprentices.

Q3. What is the selection process for DRDO Apprentice Recruitment?
👉 Selection will be based on shortlisting, document verification, and a medical test as per DRDO rules.