DRDO ITR Chandipur Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 54 Posts

The Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, DRDO, has invited applications for Graduate and Technician (Diploma) Apprentices. This is the DRDO ITR Chandipur Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notice. The training is for one year under the Apprentices Act 1961. The form must reach by 2 November 2026.

DRDO ITR Chandipur Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Job Overview

DRDO ITR Chandipur Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Application Fee

DRDO ITR Chandipur Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

Note: The notice calls all numbers indicative. The total is added from the table.

Eligibility: Qualification and Age Limit

Education

• Regular B.E/B.Tech, Diploma, BBA, B.Com or B.Lib.Sc in the stream shown.
• Passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026.

Registration

• Register on the NATS portal, nats.education.gov.in.
• Non-registered candidates are likely to be rejected.

Who cannot apply

• Candidates with a higher qualification.
• Those with 1 year or more of job or training after the degree.

Age limit

• Minimum 18 years.
• Maximum age as per Apprentices Act, Rules and NATS guidelines.

Salary Details

Selection Process

1. Written test or interview, as announced.
2. Details come on the DRDO website and by email only.

Documents Required

• Typed application in Annexure-A.
• Self-attested marksheets and certificates.
• Caste certificate and ID proof.
• Percentage marks. Convert CGPA to percentage.

How to Apply: Step by Step

1. Register on nats.education.gov.in.
2. Download Annexure-A from www.drdo.gov.in.
3. Type the form and sign it. Handwritten forms are not accepted.
4. Attach self-attested copies.
5. Write Application for Apprenticeship Training, Category and Subject on the envelope.
6. Send to The Director, ITR, Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha 754025, to reach by 2 November 2026.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Only speed or registered post is accepted.
• No TA or DA is paid.
• No hostel or transport is given.
• Offer letters come by email only.
• PwBD candidates can apply only for set trades.
• A medical fitness certificate is needed at joining.

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FAQs: DRDO ITR Chandipur Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Q1. What is the last date for DRDO ITR Chandipur Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The form must reach by 2 November 2026.

Q2. How many posts are there?

About 54 indicative posts, added from the notice table.

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Q3. What is the stipend?

₹12,300 for Graduates and ₹10,900 for Diploma holders.

Q4. Who can apply?

B.E, B.Tech, Diploma, BBA, B.Com and B.Lib.Sc who passed in 2022 to 2026.

Q5. Is NATS registration needed?

Yes. Register at nats.education.gov.in.

Q6. How long is the training?

Twelve months.

Q7. How do I apply?

Send the typed form by speed or registered post.

Q8. Can higher qualified candidates apply?

No. They are not eligible.

Q9. Is this a regular job?

No. It is an apprenticeship with no job guarantee.

Q10. Is there an application fee?

The notification does not mention any fee.