
DRDO CVRDE Avadi ITI Apprentice Trainees Recruitment 2026
Posted: 4 hours ago
Posts: 93
Location: CENTRAL (Tamil Nadu)
Job Details
Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE), DRDO, Avadi, Chennai is engaging ITI Apprentice Trainees under the Apprentices Act, 1961 through a walk‑in interview. The engagement covers 18 trades with a total of 93 seats. Selection will be based on shortlisting by ITI marks followed by walk‑in interview; joining letters will be issued on the spot at CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai-600 054. Candidates must be ITI pass-outs (NCVT/SCVT) of 2023/2024/2025/2026 and meet the age limits as on 01/09/2026. No employment is guaranteed on completion of training.
- Level:
- central
- State:
- Tamil Nadu
- Cities:
- Chennai
- Other Information:
- Venue: CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai-600 054
Job Summary
DRDO CVRDE, Avadi is conducting walk‑in recruitment for ITI Apprentice Trainees (93 seats) on 08–09 September 2026. Eligible ITI pass-outs of 2023–2026 must attend with required documents; age and category rules apply as per the notice.
Important Dates
Qualifying exam results must be declared by
Age limit cut-off date
Interview · Walk-in interview start (date and time)Next
Interview · Walk-in interview end (date and time)
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| ITI pass in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognised ITI. | Required |
| Minimum two years ITI duration except for Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA), Painter, Plumber, Welder and Food Production (General). | Required |
| Candidates must be pass-outs of 2023/2024/2025/2026. | Required |
2. Other Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Board acceptance | Candidates having ITI certificate from NCVT/SCVT Board are eligible to apply. |
3. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | N/A - N/A years |
4. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | 18 - 37 years |
| Minimum age | 18 years |
| Maximum age (Unreserved) | 27 years |
| Maximum age (OBC) | 30 years |
| Maximum age (SC/ST) | 32 years |
| Maximum age (PWD) | 37 years |
5. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| NCVT/SCVT MIS registration | Registration on https://ncvtmis.gov.in is mandatory; Registration No. must be provided and will be verified at walk‑in/document verification. |
| Regular candidates only | Those who completed the qualifying examination as regular candidates are eligible only. |
| Result status requirement | Applications of candidates whose results were not declared on 30/08/2026 will not be considered. Provisional certificates may be accepted at joining, but final NCVT/SCVT certificates must be submitted when received. |
| OBC certificate validity | OBC certificate with expired validity will not be accepted. |
| Police verification | Selected candidates must produce a valid police verification certificate at the time of joining from last residence/permanent address. |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 93
1. Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA)
2. Draughtsman (Mechanical)
3. Electrician
4. Fitter
5. Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)
6. Machinist
7. Painter
8. Plumber
9. Turner
10. Welder
11. Electronics Mechanic
12. Sheet Metal Worker
13. Computer Networking Technician
14. Computer & Peripherals hardware repair & maintenance mechanic
15. Photographer
16. Book Binder
17. CAD-CAM Operator Cum Programmer
18. Food Production (General)
Additional Information
- Category-wise total slots: SC 13, ST 06, OBC 25, EWS 09, UR 40.
- Vacancy note: The numbers of vacancies are indicative and may change at a later stage depending on assessment of eligible applications received.
Salary Details
> Salary Range: ₹10,560 - ₹11,040
Other Information
- Stipend basis: Stipend amounts are as per trade shown in the notice and under provisions of the Apprentices Act, 1961.
How to Apply
- 1. Application mode:
- Walk-in interview; report with all required documents for verification.
- 2. Walk-in schedule:
- 08/09/2026 to 09/09/2026 from 09:00 A.M to 05:00 P.M.
- 3. Venue:
- CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai-600 054.
- 4. NCVTMIS registration:
- Registration on https://ncvtmis.gov.in is compulsory; provide registration number; it will be verified at walk‑in/document verification.
Selection Process
- 1. Shortlisting:
- Based on marks obtained in the qualifying exam (ITI).
- 2. Interview:
- Shortlisted candidates will be selected through walk‑in interview.
- 3. Joining letter:
- Selected candidates will be awarded joining letter on the spot at CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai-600 054.
Reservation Details
- 1. Category-wise seats:
- UR 40, OBC 25, SC 13, ST 06, EWS 09.
- 2. OBC certificate validity:
- Expired OBC certificate will not be accepted.
Document Requirements
- 1. Academic documents:
- 10th or 12th mark sheet and certificate; ITI mark sheets and NCVT/SCVT certificate.
- 2. Identity:
- Aadhaar Card.
- 3. Caste certificate:
- Caste certificate if applicable.
- 4. Police verification (at joining):
- Valid police verification certificate from last residence/permanent address to be produced by finally selected candidates.
Important Instructions
- 1. Training compliance:
- Training will be in accordance with the Apprentices Act, 1961, Apprenticeship Rules and amendments from time to time.
- 2. Employment after training:
- No employment is guaranteed to apprentices on completion of training.
- 3. Vacancy variability:
- Vacancies are indicative and may change depending on assessment of eligible applications received.
- 4. Eligibility period:
- Only candidates who passed the qualifying exam in 2023/2024/2025/2026 are eligible; earlier than 2023 are not eligible.
Interview Details
- 1. Walk-in interview:
- 08/09/2026 to 09/09/2026, 09:00 A.M to 05:00 P.M, at CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai-600 054.
- 2. On-spot information:
- Candidates will be informed on the spot regarding status of the selection.
- 3. Documents to carry:
- Carry all listed original documents for verification.
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Invalid/false documents:
- If at any stage it is found that eligibility conditions are not met or documents are false/forged, the candidature/appointment shall be withdrawn immediately without assigning any reason.
- 2. Undeclared results:
- Candidates whose qualifying exam results were not declared on 30/08/2026 will not be considered.
Important Links
Contact Details
Address: CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai-600 054
Other Information
Issuing authority: Director, CVRDE, Avadi
Advertisement number: CVRDE/ADMIN/2026-27
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DRDO CVRDE Avadi ITI Apprentice Trainees Recruitment 2026
Posted: 4 hours ago
Posts: 93
Location: CENTRAL (Tamil Nadu)
Job Details
Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE), DRDO, Avadi, Chennai is engaging ITI Apprentice Trainees under the Apprentices Act, 1961 through a walk‑in interview. The engagement covers 18 trades with a total of 93 seats. Selection will be based on shortlisting by ITI marks followed by walk‑in interview; joining letters will be issued on the spot at CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai-600 054. Candidates must be ITI pass-outs (NCVT/SCVT) of 2023/2024/2025/2026 and meet the age limits as on 01/09/2026. No employment is guaranteed on completion of training.
- Level:
- central
- State:
- Tamil Nadu
- Cities:
- Chennai
- Other Information:
- Venue: CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai-600 054
Job Summary
DRDO CVRDE, Avadi is conducting walk‑in recruitment for ITI Apprentice Trainees (93 seats) on 08–09 September 2026. Eligible ITI pass-outs of 2023–2026 must attend with required documents; age and category rules apply as per the notice.
Important Dates
Qualifying exam results must be declared by
Age limit cut-off date
Interview · Walk-in interview start (date and time)Next
Interview · Walk-in interview end (date and time)
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| ITI pass in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognised ITI. | Required |
| Minimum two years ITI duration except for Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA), Painter, Plumber, Welder and Food Production (General). | Required |
| Candidates must be pass-outs of 2023/2024/2025/2026. | Required |
2. Other Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Board acceptance | Candidates having ITI certificate from NCVT/SCVT Board are eligible to apply. |
3. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | N/A - N/A years |
4. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | 18 - 37 years |
| Minimum age | 18 years |
| Maximum age (Unreserved) | 27 years |
| Maximum age (OBC) | 30 years |
| Maximum age (SC/ST) | 32 years |
| Maximum age (PWD) | 37 years |
5. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| NCVT/SCVT MIS registration | Registration on https://ncvtmis.gov.in is mandatory; Registration No. must be provided and will be verified at walk‑in/document verification. |
| Regular candidates only | Those who completed the qualifying examination as regular candidates are eligible only. |
| Result status requirement | Applications of candidates whose results were not declared on 30/08/2026 will not be considered. Provisional certificates may be accepted at joining, but final NCVT/SCVT certificates must be submitted when received. |
| OBC certificate validity | OBC certificate with expired validity will not be accepted. |
| Police verification | Selected candidates must produce a valid police verification certificate at the time of joining from last residence/permanent address. |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 93
1. Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA)
2. Draughtsman (Mechanical)
3. Electrician
4. Fitter
5. Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)
6. Machinist
7. Painter
8. Plumber
9. Turner
10. Welder
11. Electronics Mechanic
12. Sheet Metal Worker
13. Computer Networking Technician
14. Computer & Peripherals hardware repair & maintenance mechanic
15. Photographer
16. Book Binder
17. CAD-CAM Operator Cum Programmer
18. Food Production (General)
Additional Information
- Category-wise total slots: SC 13, ST 06, OBC 25, EWS 09, UR 40.
- Vacancy note: The numbers of vacancies are indicative and may change at a later stage depending on assessment of eligible applications received.
Salary Details
> Salary Range: ₹10,560 - ₹11,040
Other Information
- Stipend basis: Stipend amounts are as per trade shown in the notice and under provisions of the Apprentices Act, 1961.
How to Apply
- 1. Application mode:
- Walk-in interview; report with all required documents for verification.
- 2. Walk-in schedule:
- 08/09/2026 to 09/09/2026 from 09:00 A.M to 05:00 P.M.
- 3. Venue:
- CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai-600 054.
- 4. NCVTMIS registration:
- Registration on https://ncvtmis.gov.in is compulsory; provide registration number; it will be verified at walk‑in/document verification.
Selection Process
- 1. Shortlisting:
- Based on marks obtained in the qualifying exam (ITI).
- 2. Interview:
- Shortlisted candidates will be selected through walk‑in interview.
- 3. Joining letter:
- Selected candidates will be awarded joining letter on the spot at CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai-600 054.
Reservation Details
- 1. Category-wise seats:
- UR 40, OBC 25, SC 13, ST 06, EWS 09.
- 2. OBC certificate validity:
- Expired OBC certificate will not be accepted.
Document Requirements
- 1. Academic documents:
- 10th or 12th mark sheet and certificate; ITI mark sheets and NCVT/SCVT certificate.
- 2. Identity:
- Aadhaar Card.
- 3. Caste certificate:
- Caste certificate if applicable.
- 4. Police verification (at joining):
- Valid police verification certificate from last residence/permanent address to be produced by finally selected candidates.
Important Instructions
- 1. Training compliance:
- Training will be in accordance with the Apprentices Act, 1961, Apprenticeship Rules and amendments from time to time.
- 2. Employment after training:
- No employment is guaranteed to apprentices on completion of training.
- 3. Vacancy variability:
- Vacancies are indicative and may change depending on assessment of eligible applications received.
- 4. Eligibility period:
- Only candidates who passed the qualifying exam in 2023/2024/2025/2026 are eligible; earlier than 2023 are not eligible.
Interview Details
- 1. Walk-in interview:
- 08/09/2026 to 09/09/2026, 09:00 A.M to 05:00 P.M, at CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai-600 054.
- 2. On-spot information:
- Candidates will be informed on the spot regarding status of the selection.
- 3. Documents to carry:
- Carry all listed original documents for verification.
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Invalid/false documents:
- If at any stage it is found that eligibility conditions are not met or documents are false/forged, the candidature/appointment shall be withdrawn immediately without assigning any reason.
- 2. Undeclared results:
- Candidates whose qualifying exam results were not declared on 30/08/2026 will not be considered.
Important Links
Contact Details
Address: CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai-600 054
Other Information
Issuing authority: Director, CVRDE, Avadi
Advertisement number: CVRDE/ADMIN/2026-27
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