RCI DRDO Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 195 Graduate, Diploma & ITI Apprentice Posts
Research Centre Imarat (RCI)
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
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Short Description: RCI DRDO Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
Research Centre Imarat (RCI), a premier laboratory of the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex under DRDO, has released an official notification inviting applications from young and talented Indian nationals for Apprenticeship Training (Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Apprentices) for FY 2025-26. The apprenticeship will be for one year under the Apprentices Act 1961 (as amended).
A total of 195 vacancies are available across Engineering, Diploma, and ITI trades such as ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical, Fitter, Welder, Electrician, COPA, and more. This is a golden opportunity for fresh graduates, diploma holders, and ITI pass-outs who wish to gain practical experience in India’s prestigious defence research and development sector.
📅 Important Dates and Application Fee: RCI DRDO Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
- Application Begins: 25/09/2025
- Last Date to Apply: Within 24/10/2025
- Admit Card: To be notified via email
- Examination/Interview Date: To be notified to shortlisted candidates
💰 Application Fee
- General / EWS / OBC: Nil
- SC / ST / PH / Women: Nil
- Mode of Payment: Not Applicable (No fee required)
📌 Posts, Vacancy, Age Limit, Pay Scale, and Qualification Details: RCI DRDO Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025
| Post Name & Pay Scale | Total Vacancies | Educational Qualification |
| Graduate Apprentice (Stipend as per Govt. norms) | 40 | B.E./B.Tech in ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical with minimum 70% marks (passed out in 2021–2025). |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) (Stipend as per Govt. norms) | 20 | Diploma in ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical with minimum 70% marks (passed out in 2021–2025). |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) (Stipend as per Govt. norms) | 135 | ITI (NCVT/SCVT affiliated) in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic Diesel, Draughtsman (Mechanical), Electronic Mechanic, Electronics, Electrician, Library Assistant, COPA (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant). |
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years (as on 01 September 2025).
- Maximum Age: As per Apprenticeship Rules.
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PWD: 10 years
Cut-off date for Age Calculation
01 September 2025
📝 How to Apply: RCI DRDO Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025
- Graduate & Diploma Apprentices:
- Register on the NATS 2.0 portal: https://nats.education.gov.in.
- Apply by selecting Research Centre Imarat (Enrolment ID: STLRAC000010).
- ITI Trade Apprentices:
- Register on the Apprenticeship India portal: https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.Search by Establishment Name “RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT” (Establishment ID: E05203600040).
- Apply for your respective trade.
⚠️ Candidates must ensure they meet eligibility criteria before applying.
📑 Documents Required: RCI DRDO Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025
Candidates shortlisted for document verification must bring:
- Signed application printout.
- NATS/NAPS profile printout.
- 10th Class mark sheet & certificate.
- Final mark sheet & certificate of B.E./B.Tech/Diploma/ITI.
- Caste Certificate (if applicable).
- PWD Certificate (if applicable).
- Valid Govt. ID (PAN, Voter ID, Driving License, etc.).
- Aadhaar Card (Mandatory).
- Aadhaar-linked Bank Passbook/Statement.
- Medical fitness certificate (Civil Assistant Surgeon).
- Two passport-size photographs.
- Police Verification Certificate (from last residence/permanent address).
🔎 Selection Process: RCI DRDO Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025
- Selection will be based on Academic Merit and/or Interview.
- Reservation rules apply as per the Apprentices Act.
- Shortlisted candidates will receive communication via email only.
- Final selection is subject to document verification and medical fitness.
⚠️ Important Instructions: RCI DRDO Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025
- Candidates with higher qualifications are not eligible.
- Applicants who have already undergone apprenticeship training or are currently undergoing training cannot apply.
- Those with more than 1 year of work experience are not eligible.
- No TA/DA will be provided for selection stages.
- Apprenticeship does not guarantee future employment at RCI/DRDO.
- Suppression of facts will lead to disqualification.
- Apprentices must arrange their own accommodation and transport.
- Any canvassing will result in the cancellation of candidature.
- RCI reserves the right to modify/cancel the process without notice.
- Disputes, if any, will fall under the jurisdiction of the Hyderabad High Court, Telangana.
❓ FAQ
Who can apply for the RCI Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025?
Candidates who have completed B.E/B.Tech, Diploma, or ITI between 2021–2025 with at least 70% marks are eligible.
What is the selection process for the RCI Apprenticeship?
Selection will be based on academic merit and/or interview, followed by document verification and medical fitness.
Is there any application fee for the RCI Apprenticeship 2025?
No. The application process is completely free for all categories.
🔗 Important Links
- 🔹 Official Website – DRDO
- 🔹 Official Notification
- 🔹 NATS Portal for Graduate/Diploma Apprentices
- 🔹 NAPS Portal for ITI Apprentices
- 📧 Email: [email protected]
- ☎️ Contact: 040-24305112
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