DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Research Centre Imarat (RCI), a premier laboratory of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, DRDO, has officially released the recruitment notification for the engagement of Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Trade Apprentices for the year 2027. The advertisement notice (Advt. No. RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027) invites online applications for a total of 195 vacancies across various disciplines. DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification has been published in the employment newspaper dated 10–16 October 2026; the online application process begins on 10 October 2026, and candidates can submit their forms within 30 days of publication, making the last date 08 November 2026.
This recruitment drive offers a great opportunity for fresh graduates, diploma holders, and ITI pass-outs seeking hands-on technical experience in a top-tier defense research organization. Candidates are strongly advised to verify all eligibility conditions, academic score criteria, and portal registration requirements before submitting their applications.
DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Research Centre Imarat (RCI), DRDO |
| Department Name | Ministry of Defence |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice (Diploma), Trade Apprentice (ITI) |
| Advt. No. | RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027 |
| Total Vacancy | 195 Posts |
| Notification Date | 10 October 2026 |
| Category | DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | drdo.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 10 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 10 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 08 November 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
| UR / Gen / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PWD / ESM / Female | Nil |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is Minimum 18 Years. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 01.09.2026. (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
| Graduate Apprentice | 50 | B.E. / B.Tech in relevant Engineering branch (2022–2026 passouts with 70% or CGPA 7.5+) |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | 30 | Diploma in relevant Engineering branch (2022–2026 passouts with 70% or CGPA 7.5+) |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | 115 | ITI in relevant trade with NCVT/SCVT affiliation (2022–2026 passouts with 70% or CGPA 7.5+) |
DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- Academic Merit / Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
- For Graduate & Diploma candidates: Register on the NATS 2.0 portal at
nats.education.gov.in. - Log in, search for “Research Centre Imarat, DRDO” using Enrollment ID STLRAC000010, and apply.
- For ITI Trade candidates: Register on the NAPS portal at
apprenticeshipindia.gov.in. - Go to ‘Apprenticeship Opportunities’, search by Establishment Name “RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT” (Establishment ID: E05203600040), select your trade, and click apply.
- Ensure your profile is completely updated and save a printout of your NATS/NAPS profile for future reference.
Important Links
| DRDO RCI Apprentice Notification PDF | Notification |
| DRDO RCI Apprentice Online Form Link (Graduate / Diploma) | Apply Online (NATS) |
| DRDO RCI Apprentice Online Form Link (ITI Trade) | Apply Online (NAPS) |
| DRDO Official Website | DRDO |