DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025, Apply for Diploma & ITI Posts

DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025 has been announced by the Defence Institute of Biodefence Technologies (DIBT), Mysore, for engaging Diploma and ITI holders under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 20 apprentice vacancies are available across Mechanical, Electrical, Fitter, Electrician, and Machinist trades. Do not forget to apply at the earliest.

The duration of the training is 12 months with a monthly stipend of ₹8,000 for Diploma apprentices and ₹7,000 for ITI apprentices, this is a good chance for science graduates. background students to enhance their skill set. Eligible candidates must register on the NATS (Diploma) or Apprenticeship India (ITI) portals and submit their applications via speed post and email before the deadline. Also, before applying, read the eligibility criteria properly. No employment is guaranteed after the apprenticeship.

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DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Overview

DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025 overview provides key details about vacancies, eligibility, stipend, and application process. Candidates looking to apply for Diploma and ITI apprentice posts at DIBT, Mysore, can check the complete information in the table below.

DRDO Apprentice Notification 2025 PDF

The official DRDO Apprentice Notification 2025 PDF was released on 15th July 2025. It contains detailed information about the number of vacancies, disciplines, eligibility criteria, stipend, application process, and important instructions. 

This recruitment is only for candidates who have passed their Diploma or ITI in the last 3 years (2023, 2024, or 2025). Candidates with higher qualifications or past apprenticeships are not eligible.

DRDO Apprentice Notification 2025 PDF

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DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Important Dates

Check below the important dates for DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025, including notification release, last date to apply, and training commencement. Candidates are advised to complete the application process within the given timeline to avoid disqualification.

DRDO Apprentice Vacancy 2025

The total number of vacancies under DRDO Apprentice 2025 is 20, divided between Diploma (08) and ITI (12) streams. Here is the detailed breakdown:

DRDO Diploma Apprentice Vacancies

DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025 includes 8 Diploma apprentice vacancies in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering disciplines, with 4 positions each. Candidates with a Diploma (2023–2025 batch) are eligible to apply and will undergo a 12-month training at DIBT, Mysore.

ITI Apprentice Vacancies

The DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025 offers 12 ITI apprentice vacancies across three trades – Machinist (5 posts), Fitter (3 posts), and Electrician (4 posts). Eligible ITI pass candidates can apply for these positions and undergo one-year training at DIBT, Mysore.

Note: Reservations for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS candidates will be applicable as per government norms.

DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Online Form

The application process is offline, but registration on the respective portals is mandatory.

Step-by-Step Application Process:

1. Register Online:

• Diploma: nats.education.gov.in
  

• ITI: apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
  

• Note: Registration number is mandatory for the application.
  
  

2. Fill the Application Form: Use the official format attached in the notification and then fill all the personal, academic, and contact details.

3. Attach Documents:

• 10th, 12th, ITI/Diploma mark sheets

• Category certificates (if applicable)

• Aadhaar card, photo ID, passport size photo

• Police verification certificate, fitness certificate

• Registration proof on NATS/NAPS

4. Submit via Post & Email: Send a scanned copy via email to: head.hrd.dfrl@gov.in and also send a hard copy to:  The Centre Head, Defence Institute of Biodefence Technologies, DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Siddarthanagar, Mysore - 570011

5. Last Date: Apply within one month from the release date (i.e., by 14 August 2025).

DRDO Apprentice Salary 2025

Selected candidates under DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025 will receive a monthly stipend as per government norms—₹8,000 for Diploma apprentices and ₹7,000 for ITI apprentices. No additional benefits like accommodation or TA/DA will be provided during the training period.

No accommodation or TA/DA will be provided during training.

DRDO Apprentice Recruitment Eligibility Criteria 2025

To be eligible for DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025, candidates must have completed ITI or Diploma in 2023, 2024, or 2025. Age should be between 18 to 27 years.(Check eligibility criteria properly before applying for this recruitment). Candidates with higher qualifications or previous apprenticeship experience are not eligible.

Candidates from SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PWD categories will get relaxation as per government rules.

DRDO Apprentice Selection Process 2025

The selection will be based on merit and document verification(Selection is in the hands of the authorities). Here is how the selection process works:

1. Shortlisting:

• Based on marks in the qualifying examination (Diploma or ITI), the panel will see your marks in your degree and then decide which candidate is to be selected.

• Preference to candidates with higher marks (within the eligibility batch only).

2. Document Verification:

• Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents for verification.

• Important documents include educational certificates, caste/EWS/PWD certificates, ID proof, police verification, and fitness certificate. Also, original documents are mandatory, and no photocopies are allowed.

3. Final Selection:

• Only after successful verification and medical fitness, if a candidates pass both the tests then only he/she is eligible for further process.

• No interview or written test.

4. Contract:

• Selected candidates must sign an Apprenticeship contract at the time of joining.(Note - signing the contract is mandatory for the recruitment). PWD candidates are eligible only for designated trades as per rules.

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