Technician Apprentice (Diploma) – DRDO RCI
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 30
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Internship, Temporary
- Qualification
- Qualification: Diploma in ECE, Instrumentation, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical, Metallurgical, or Safety Engineering
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — candidates with prior apprenticeship or more than one year of experience are excluded.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Minimum 18 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Technician Apprentice (Diploma) training position at Research Centre Imarat (RCI) is designed to cultivate technical expertise in core diploma streams within India's prominent defense research framework. A total of 30 vacancies are announced for candidates who have completed their diplomas between the years 2022 and 2026. This one-year engagement provides a practical learning platform, equipping young technicians with hands-on industrial skills and standard stipends in accordance with government regulations. It is a highly competitive opportunity that builds a solid foundation for early-career professionals in the technical defense landscape. Candidates must ensure they meet the specific academic percentage criteria prior to filing their application.
- Eligible applicants must have passed their diploma program during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026.
- A minimum performance of 70% marks or a CGPA of 7.5 and above in the qualifying diploma is mandatory.
- The training period is strictly limited to one year, without any provision or obligation for subsequent permanent employment.
- Eligible candidates must register online through the NATS 2.0 portal before proceeding with the establishment selection.
- No transport, hostel accommodation, or residential quarters will be provided by RCI during the apprenticeship period.
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Additional Salary Information
Stipend as per Central Government apprentice norms. Direct Benefit Transfer requires an Aadhaar-seeded bank account.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Selection is based on Academic Merit / Interview as required, subject to satisfactory document verification.
Application Fees
No application fee is specified in the official notification.
Reservation
Reservation for SC, ST, OBC, PWD, and EWS categories is applicable as per the provisions of the Apprentices Act 1961 and its amendments.
How to Apply
- Before applying, verify your eligibility criteria using the detailed advertisement on https://drdo.gov.in.
- Graduate (B.E./B.Tech) and Diploma candidates must register on the NATS 2.0 portal at https://nats.education.gov.in.
- ITI trade apprentices must register on https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
- Graduate/Diploma candidates should log in on NATS 2.0 and search/apply selecting 'Research Centre Imarat, DRDO' (Enrolment ID: STLRAC000010).
- ITI candidates should log in on the NAPS portal, click 'Apprenticeship Opportunities', and search for 'RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT', DRDO (Establishment ID: E05203600040) to apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
Applicants must possess a Diploma in ECE, Instrumentation Engg, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical Engg, Metallurgical Engg, or Safety Engg.
Stipends are paid as per Central Government norms, with reference to the Gazette dated 03/Sep/2025.
The minimum age requirement is 18 years as on 1st September 2026.
