DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Telangana
DRDO Research Centre Imarat, Telangana has announced 195 Apprentice vacancies for Graduate, Diploma and ITI candidates. Eligible applicants with B.E./B.Tech, Diploma or ITI qualifications can apply online within 30 days from the newspaper advertisement publication date.
Job Details
Job Description
DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 195 Posts
Research Centre Imarat (RCI), under the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), has released an apprenticeship notification for 195 vacancies in Telangana. This recruitment is open for Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice (Diploma), and Trade Apprentice ITI positions, making it a strong opportunity for candidates looking for defence sector apprenticeship training.
| Overview | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Research Centre Imarat, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, DRDO |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice (Diploma), Trade Apprentice ITI |
| Total Vacancies | 195 |
| Job Location | Telangana |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech, Diploma, ITI in relevant trades/disciplines |
| Last Date | 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in the newspaper |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must hold the required qualification for the relevant apprentice category. Graduate Apprentice posts require B.E./B.Tech in the specified engineering disciplines, Technician Apprentice posts require a Diploma in the relevant branches, and Trade Apprentice posts require ITI in the prescribed trades. As mentioned in the notification, candidates should be at least 18 years old as on 2026-09-01. Only regular candidates with 70% marks or CGPA 7.5 and above in the qualifying examination for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026 are eligible to apply.
The notification also states that reservation rules will apply as per the Apprentices Act and related rules. Shortlisting will be based on academic merit and/or interview, followed by document verification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | Not mentioned |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in the newspaper |
How to Apply for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates should first read the official notification carefully and confirm that they meet all eligibility conditions. B.E./B.Tech and Diploma candidates must register on the NATS 2.0 portal at https://nats.education.gov.in and then apply by selecting Research Centre Imarat, DRDO with Enrolment ID STLRAC000010. ITI candidates must register on the Apprenticeship India portal at https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in, search for the establishment name RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT, DRDO, and apply for the relevant trade using Establishment ID E05203600040.
Applicants should keep their email ID active, as shortlisted candidates will be informed through email. They must also be ready with the required documents such as the application form, NATS/NAPS profile printout, educational certificates, caste/PWD/EWS certificates if applicable, Aadhaar card, bank details, medical fitness certificate, and passport-size photographs during document verification and joining.
Important Links
Related Government Jobs
| Organization | Vacancies | Qualification | Last Date | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | SSC/Xth/Matriculation or equiv... | 04 Nov 2026 | View Details | |
| 119 | Law Degree (LLB) from a Univer... | 26 Oct 2026 | View Details | |
| 126 | Matriculation or its equivalen... | 01 Nov 2026 | View Details | |
| - | B.E./B.Tech, Diploma in Engine... | - | View Details | |
| - | 12th pass or PUC from recogniz... | - | View Details | |
| 50 | Postgraduate degree in relevan... | 30 Sep 2026 | View Details |
Useful Job Tools
Free government job tools to help you in your application process
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Don't Miss Out! Get Job Alerts
Join our channels to receive instant notifications about new job opportunities