DRDO DRDL ITI Apprenticeship 2026–27 | Application PDF | Application Link

The Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), Hyderabad, a premier laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has released an official notification inviting applications for the engagement of ITI Apprentices for the year 2026–27. This apprenticeship engagement is purely for one year and will be governed by the Apprentices Act, 1961 

This is an excellent opportunity for ITI pass candidates to receive hands-on technical training in a prestigious defence research organization.

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DRDO DRDL ITI Apprenticeship 2026–27 Organization Details

• Organization: Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL)

• Under: DRDO, Ministry of Defence

• Location: Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad – 500058

DRDO DRDL ITI Apprenticeship 2026–27 Apprenticeship Training Details

• Post Name: ITI Apprentice Trainee

• Training Duration: 1 Year

• Training Period: 01 April 2026 to 31 March 2027

• Mode of Engagement: Apprenticeship Training only

• Job Guarantee: No (training does not ensure employment) 

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DRDO DRDL ITI Apprenticeship 2026–27 Trades Offered

Applications are invited for the following ITI trades:

• Fitter

• Turner

• Machinist

• Machinist (Grinder)

• Carpenter

• Welder

• Electrician

• Diesel Mechanic

• Electronics Mechanic

• Attendant Operator Chemical Plant (AOCP)

• Painter

• Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA)

• Foundryman 

DRDO DRDL ITI Apprenticeship 2026–27 Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed ITI in the respective trade

• ITI certificate should be recognized by NCVT 

DRDO DRDL ITI Apprenticeship 2026–27 Eligibility Conditions

• Candidates must not have undergone apprenticeship training earlier in DRDL or any other organization

• Candidates terminated twice from other establishments are not eligible

• Candidates previously terminated from DRDL apprenticeship are not eligible

• Reservation for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD categories will be provided as per the Apprentices Act, 1961 

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  Official Website: Click Here

  Apprenticeship India Portal: Click Here

  Application PDF: Click Here

DRDO DRDL ITI Apprenticeship 2026–27 Application Process

Step 1: Online Registration

Eligible candidates must apply online through the Apprenticeship India Portal:

• Website: www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in

• Last date: 29 January 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) 

Step 2: Offline Submission

After online application, candidates must submit:

• Duly filled & signed application form (Appendix-A)

• Copies of SSC, ITI, Caste/PwD certificates, Aadhaar

• Proof of online application

Submission Method:

• Drop in the application box at DRDL Security Reception, OR

• Send by post to:
  The Director, DRDL, Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad – 500058
  (Attn: Chairman, Selection & Screening Committee – ITI Apprenticeship)

Envelope must be superscribed as:
“APPLICATION FOR ITI APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING AT DRDL for the period 01-Apr-2026 to 31-Mar-2027”

DRDO DRDL ITI Apprenticeship 2026–27 Selection Process

• Shortlisting will be done based on eligibility and document verification

• Shortlisted candidates will be informed only through email

• Candidates must produce original certificates during verification

• No separate call letters will be sent

DRDO DRDL ITI Apprenticeship 2026–27  Stipend Details

• Apprentices will be paid stipend as per Government of India rules

• No TA/DA will be provided for verification, interview, or joining 

DRDO DRDL ITI Apprenticeship 2026–27 Important Note

Completion of apprenticeship training does not provide any right to claim permanent or temporary employment in DRDL 

The DRDL ITI Apprenticeship 2026–27 offers a valuable opportunity for ITI-qualified candidates to gain practical training in one of India’s most reputed defence research laboratories. Interested candidates should ensure timely online registration and proper submission of applications before the deadline to avoid rejection.

DRDO DRDL ITI Apprenticeship 2026–27 FAQs 

Q.Is there any application fee for DRDL ITI Apprenticeship?

Ans : No. There is no application fee for applying to DRDL ITI Apprenticeship.

Q. What is the selection process for DRDL ITI Apprenticeship?

Ans :Selection is based on eligibility criteria & document verification. Shortlisted candidates will be informed through email only.

Q. Will there be any written exam or interview?

Ans :No written exam is mentioned. Selection will be done through screening and verification of documents.

Q. Who can apply for DRDL ITI internship 2026 – 27?

Ans: campaigners who have passed ITI in applicable trades from NCVT- honored institutes and meet the eligibility conditions can apply.