The DRDO – Research Centre Imarat (RCI) has officially announced a massive 2026 recruitment Notification (Advt. No. RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027) to fill 195 Apprentice vacancies. The applicants satisfying the requisite qualification may apply through ONLINE MODE only, Apply Online on the official Web-site of this DRDO – Research Centre Imarat (RCI) i.e. https://drdo.gov.in/. The online application portal will be opened on 10.10.2026 for filling online applications and the date for closing the online application interface is 08.11.2026.
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Eligible candidates with qualifications ITI, Diploma, B.E/B.Tech can apply online. Candidates should note that the primary Job locations for these posts are Hyderabad. Please note that all selected candidates will be based in Hyderabad, which serves as the primary location for these positions.
DRDO RCI Recruitment 2026 Advertisement Download Link
DRDO RCI Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: DRDO RCI – Research Centre Imarat |
| Notification No: RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027 |
| Employment Type: Apprentice Training |
| Duration: One Year |
| Total No of Vacancies: 195 Apprentice Posts |
| Place of Posting: Hyderabad |
| Starting Date: 10.10.2026 |
| Last Date: 08.11.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://drdo.gov.in/ |
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Current DRDO RCI Job Openings:
- Graduate Apprentice – 50 Posts
- Technician Apprentice (Diploma) – 30 Posts
- Trade Apprentice ITI pass out (NCVT / SCVT Affiliation) – 115 Posts
DRDO RCI Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification:
- Graduate Apprentice – B.E. / B. Tech in ECE, Instrumentation Engg, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical Engg, Metallurgical Engg, Safety Engg, Aeronautical Engg, Aerospace Engg and Civil Engg.
- Technician Apprentice (Diploma) – Diploma in ECE, Instrumentation Engg, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical Engg, Metallurgical Engg and Safety Engg.
- Trade Apprentice – ITI Trade in Electronic-Mechanic, Electrician, Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic Diesel, and COPA (Computer Operator Programming Assistant) Draughtsman Engg (Mech) and Grinder.
Note: The regular candidates who secured 70 % or CGPA 7.5 and above in the qualifying examinations (Graduate, Diploma and ITI trade, for the years 2022, 2023 2024, 2025 & 2026), are only eligible to apply.
Age Limit: (As on 01.08.2026)
- Candidate should not be less than 18 years.Â
Stipend:
- As per Govt norms.
Method of Selection:
- Merit ListÂ
- InterviewÂ
How to Submit an Application:
- Registration of B.E / B.Tech / Diploma candidates on NATS 2.0 portal https://nats.education.gov.in and ITI trade apprentices on https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in is mandatory.
- B.E / B.Tech / Diploma candidates may apply by logging into portal https://nats.education.gov.in by selecting Research Centre Imarat, DRDO. Enrolment ID: STLRAC000010.
- ITI trade applicants should log into the portal at https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in, navigate to ‘Apprenticeship Opportunities’, search under ‘Search by Establishment Name’ for ‘RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT’, DRDO (Establishment ID: E05203600040), select their corresponding trade, and click Apply.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 10.10.2026Â
- Closing Date of online application portal: 08.11.2026Â
DRDO RCI Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of DRDO RCI: Click Here to Website |
| Advertisement for DRDO RCI: Click Here to Download |
| Diploma, B.E/B.Tech Registration NATS 2.0 portal Portal Link: Click Here to Apply |
| ITI Trade Registration ˘Portal Link: Click Here to Apply |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
- What is the last date to apply?Â
- The last date to submit your online application for 08.11.2026. The online application portal opened on 10.10.2026.Â
- Where will the selected candidates be posted?Â
- The official place of posting for all the 195 positions will be Hyderabad.Â
- What is the selection process for DRDO RCI positions?Â
- The method of selection depends on the specific job profile but generally includes the following stages: Merit List, InterviewÂ