DRDO RCI Recruitment 2026: 195 Vacancies for Trade Apprentice and other posts, Apply by 8 Nov
The last date for this recruitment has passed. Check the official website for any extension or new notice.
There are 195 openings for Trade Apprentice and other posts with Research Centre Imarat, Defence Research and Development Organisation, Ministry of Defence (DRDO RCI). The application window runs from 10 October 2026 to 8 November 2026.
Below you will find the posts, pay, who can apply, the age limit, the fee, how candidates are selected and the official links.
DRDO RCI – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 50 | ₹46,230 | Hyderabad, Telangana |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | 30 | ₹46,230 | Hyderabad, Telangana |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | 115 | ₹46,230 | Hyderabad, Telangana |
| Total Vacancies: | 195 |
DRDO RCI Recruitment – Eligibility
Each post asks for its own qualification. The table lists what Research Centre Imarat, Defence Research and Development Organisation, Ministry of Defence (DRDO RCI) wants for every post, so match your certificates against it before you apply.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | B.E. / B.Tech in relevant Engineering branch from a recognized University, Institute, passed out in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 with minimum 70% aggregate marks OR 7.5 CGPA |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | Diploma in relevant Engineering branch from a recognized State Board of Technical Education, passed out in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 with minimum 70% aggregate marks OR 7.5 CGPA |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | Class 10th pass with ITI Certificate in relevant trade from an institute affiliated to NCVT, SCVT, passed out in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 with minimum 70% aggregate marks OR 7.5 CGPA |
The age limit for each post is below. Check the cut-off date and the relaxation for your category in the official notice.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Min 18 to Max 36 years |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | Min 18 to Max 36 years |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | Min 18 to Max 36 years |
The notification gives the fee, if any, and how to pay it. Some posts have no fee at all.
Candidates will be chosen through academic Merit, personal Interview if decided by the screening committee, document Verification, medical Fitness Certification. Keep your original documents ready for verification.
How to Apply for DRDO RCI Recruitment
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online |
Open the official website or the apply link below, register, fill in the form, upload your photo, signature and documents, pay the fee if it applies, and submit before 8 November 2026. Save a copy of the confirmation page.
Important Links
| Official notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Apply online | Click Here |
| Official website | Click Here |
We write these details from the official notice. Mistakes can happen and dates can change, so check the official notification before you apply or pay any fee. This is not a government website.