DRDO RCI Apprentice 2026 : Apply for 195 Trainee Posts
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Important Schedule & Dates
| Online Application Starts | 03 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 25 October 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Available before exam |
| Written Exam / CBT Date | Merit Evaluation / Written Test in November 2026 |
Application Fee
Application Fee: Nil for All Categories
Payment Mode: Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
Age Limit & Criteria
Minimum 18 Years as on 01 September 2026
Age relaxation provided for SC, ST, OBC, PwD as per Government norms.
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Full Notification Details
Research Centre Imarat (RCI), a premier missile avionics laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) situated in Hyderabad, has invited applications for 195 Apprentice slots for the 2026-27 training cycle.
The engagement covers Graduate Apprentices (B.E/B.Tech in ECE, EEE, Mechanical, CSE, Chemical), Technician Apprentices (Diploma in engineering disciplines), and Trade Apprentices (ITI in Fitter, Turner, Electrician, Machinist, and COPA).
Only candidates who passed their regular degree, diploma, or ITI course in the years 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible. Applicants must be registered on the central apprenticeship portals (NATS 2.0 or Apprenticeship India).
The registration window is active until 25 October 2026. Candidates must submit their enrollment numbers through the designated RCI DRDO recruitment link. There is no application fee.
Selected candidates receive monthly stipends of Rs. 9,000 for Graduates, Rs. 8,000 for Diploma holders, and Rs. 7,700 to Rs. 8,050 for ITI apprentices along with hands on training in advanced defence avionics.
Step-by-Step Application Guide
Open the official recruitment portal using the direct application link provided below.
Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) with your active email address and mobile number.
Fill in educational qualifications, personal details, and category certificate numbers accurately.
Upload required scanned photographs and signatures in the dimensions specified by the commission.
Pay the prescribed application fee through authorized net banking, card, or UPI channels.
Download and print the final confirmation slip and fee receipt for future verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common candidate queries for DRDO RCI Apprentice 2026
When is the application deadline for DRDO RCI Apprentice 2026?
Online applications close on 25 October 2026. Applicants must submit their online registrations before midnight.
Which passing years are eligible for DRDO RCI apprenticeship?
Only candidates who have passed their qualifying degree, diploma, or ITI courses in 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible to apply.
What is the monthly stipend provided during training?
Graduate apprentices receive Rs. 9,000 per month, Diploma apprentices receive Rs. 8,000 per month, and ITI apprentices receive Rs. 7,700 to Rs. 8,050 per month.
Is portal enrollment on NATS or Apprenticeship India required?
Yes, enrollment on NATS 2.0 (for Degree and Diploma) or Apprenticeship India (for ITI) is strictly mandatory before applying to DRDO.
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