
DRDO HEMRL Pune Graduate Apprentices 2026-27 (Advt HEMRL/HRD/APPRENTICE/2026-27/01)
Posted: 20 days ago
Posts: 50
Location: CENTRAL (Maharashtra)
Closed: 28 Aug 2026
Job Details
HEMRL, a DRDO laboratory at Pune, invites Indian nationals for one-year Graduate Apprentice training for 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act 1961 and Apprentice Rules 1992. Engagement is across engineering and general streams with selection based on academic merit and/or written test/interview, followed by document verification. Training carries a monthly stipend of Rs. 15,000; no employment is assured after completion.
- Level:
- central
- State:
- Maharashtra
- Cities:
- Pune
Job Summary
DRDO’s HEMRL, Pune has announced 50 Graduate Apprentice positions for 2026-27 with Rs. 15,000 monthly stipend. Offline applications, post NATS 2.0 registration, must reach HEMRL by 28 August 2026.
Important Dates
Last date to apply · Last date for receipt of application
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| B.E./B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering / Chemical Technology | Required |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering | Required |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering / Aeronautical Engineering | Required |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Computer & Information Science / Computer Engineering or B.Sc. in Computer Science | Required |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical / Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering | Required |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | Required |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Civil Engineering | Required |
| B.Sc. in Chemistry | Required |
| Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) | Required |
| Bachelor of Commerce (B. Com) | Required |
| BLIS (Library Science) | Required |
| Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) | Required |
2. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | N/A - N/A years |
3. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | 18 - N/A years |
| Age limit and relaxation | Maximum age and relaxations as per the Apprentices Act 1961, Apprentices Rules 1992 and NATS 2.0 Guidelines. |
4. Citizenship
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | ONLY Indian Nationals are eligible. |
5. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Passing year window | Candidates who have passed the qualifying examination in the last five years (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026) are only eligible. |
| Result status | Candidates whose results are not declared/available as on the last date of submission are NOT eligible. |
| Higher qualification | Candidates with higher qualification are NOT eligible. |
| Regular candidates only | Only those who completed the qualifying examination as regular candidates are eligible to apply. |
| Prior apprenticeship/job | Candidates who had/are undergoing apprenticeship training or have one year or more job experience after essential qualification are NOT eligible. |
| PwBD condition | PwBD candidates are eligible ONLY for designated trades as per Apprenticeship Rules 1992. |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 50
1. Graduate Apprentice - Chemical Engineering / Chemical Technology
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering / Chemical Technology
2. Graduate Apprentice - Mechanical Engineering
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering
3. Graduate Apprentice - Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering / Aeronautical Engineering
4. Graduate Apprentice - Computer & Information Science/Computer Engineering/B.Sc. Computer Science
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. in Computer & Information Science / Computer Engineering OR B.Sc. in Computer Science
5. Graduate Apprentice - Electrical / Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical / Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering
6. Graduate Apprentice - Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
7. Graduate Apprentice - Civil Engineering
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. in Civil Engineering
8. Graduate Apprentice - B.Sc. (Chemistry)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: B.Sc. in Chemistry
9. Graduate Apprentice - Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
10. Graduate Apprentice - Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: Bachelor of Commerce (B. Com)
11. Graduate Apprentice - BLIS (Library Science)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: BLIS (Library Science)
12. Graduate Apprentice - BBA
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Additional Information
- Category allocation: Category-wise (UR/SC/ST/OBC) seat allocation will be done as per prevalent rules.
Salary Details
> Salary Range: ₹15,000 - ₹15,000 Monthly
> Allowances: Stipend only
How to Apply
- 1. Registration:
- Degree candidates must register on NATS 2.0 portal.
- 2. Application mode:
- ONLY offline applications will be accepted.
- 3. Application form:
- Fill the application form available on https://drdo.gov.in/drdo/en/offerings/vacancies and send it by post.
- 4. Address for submission:
- The Director, HEMRL, Ministry of Defence, DRDO, Sutarwadi, Pashan, Pune – 411021 (Kind Attention: HRD, HEMRL, Pune).
- 5. Marks format:
- Mention marks in percentage; convert CGPA to percentage as per university norms (may be verified during document verification).
- 6. Timeliness:
- Incomplete/erroneous applications or those received after the last date will be rejected.
Selection Process
- 1. Shortlisting method:
- Selection may be based on academic merit and/or written test/interview/walk‑in interview or a combination thereof, subject to satisfactory document verification.
- 2. Institutional discretion:
- HEMRL reserves the right to adopt its own short‑listing criteria and is not obliged to shortlist all candidates meeting minimum requirements.
Reservation Details
- 1. Reservation policy:
- Reservations will be applied as per the provisions of the Apprentices Act 1961 and Apprentice Rules 1992 as amended.
- 2. Category allocation:
- Seat allocation across General/SC/ST/OBC will be as per prevalent rules.
Document Requirements
- 1. At document verification:
- Ink-signed printout of application; NATS 2.0 profile signed copy; mark sheets & certificates from 10th to minimum qualification; Aadhaar/Photo ID and address proof; two recent passport size photos; applicable SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwBD/EWS certificates.
- 2. At joining:
- Valid police verification certificate for present and permanent address; medical Certificate of Physical Fitness by authorized Government Hospital doctor; undertakings for Official Secrets Act, 1923 and adherence to IT Rules & MoD/DRDO regulations; Aadhaar-seeded bank account details (passbook front page/cancelled cheque); three recent passport size photos; any other documents if required.
Important Instructions
- 1. Contract and duration:
- Selected candidates must execute a contract for ONE YEAR of training; training period counts from the date of execution of the contract.
- 2. Communication:
- Selected candidates will be informed through email with joining instructions; no correspondence with non-selected candidates will be entertained.
- 3. No employment claim:
- No employment (permanent/temporary/contractual) at HEMRL or DRDO after completion of apprenticeship; no claim shall be entertained.
- 4. No TA/DA or facilities:
- No TA/DA, accommodation, transport or medical facilities for any stage of selection or during training.
- 5. Canvassing:
- Canvassing/influencing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- 6. Right to modify/cancel:
- Director, HEMRL may increase/decrease vacancies or withdraw the advertisement/cancel selection without assigning reasons.
Training Details
- 1. Training period:
- One year apprenticeship commencing from the date of execution of the contract.
Bond or Service Agreement
- 1. Agreement:
- Apprenticeship contract to be executed as per the Apprentices Act 1961 and Apprentice Rules 1992.
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Late/non-reporting:
- If a selected candidate does not report by the scheduled date, it will be assumed the candidate is not interested and the candidature may be forfeited.
- 2. Eligibility/documents:
- If eligibility conditions are not met or documents/statements are false/forged, candidature will be cancelled/disqualified.
Other Information
- 1. Advertisement number:
- HEMRL/HRD/APPRENTICE/2026-27/01
Important Links
Contact Details
Phone: 020-25912751
Address: The Director, HEMRL, Ministry of Defence, DRDO, Sutarwadi, Pashan, Pune – 411021 (Kind Attention: HRD, HEMRL, Pune)
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DRDO HEMRL Pune Graduate Apprentices 2026-27 (Advt HEMRL/HRD/APPRENTICE/2026-27/01)
Posted: 20 days ago
Posts: 50
Location: CENTRAL (Maharashtra)
Closed: 28 Aug 2026
Job Details
HEMRL, a DRDO laboratory at Pune, invites Indian nationals for one-year Graduate Apprentice training for 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act 1961 and Apprentice Rules 1992. Engagement is across engineering and general streams with selection based on academic merit and/or written test/interview, followed by document verification. Training carries a monthly stipend of Rs. 15,000; no employment is assured after completion.
- Level:
- central
- State:
- Maharashtra
- Cities:
- Pune
Job Summary
DRDO’s HEMRL, Pune has announced 50 Graduate Apprentice positions for 2026-27 with Rs. 15,000 monthly stipend. Offline applications, post NATS 2.0 registration, must reach HEMRL by 28 August 2026.
Important Dates
Last date to apply · Last date for receipt of application
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| B.E./B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering / Chemical Technology | Required |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering | Required |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering / Aeronautical Engineering | Required |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Computer & Information Science / Computer Engineering or B.Sc. in Computer Science | Required |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical / Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering | Required |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | Required |
| B.E./B.Tech. in Civil Engineering | Required |
| B.Sc. in Chemistry | Required |
| Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) | Required |
| Bachelor of Commerce (B. Com) | Required |
| BLIS (Library Science) | Required |
| Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) | Required |
2. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | N/A - N/A years |
3. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | 18 - N/A years |
| Age limit and relaxation | Maximum age and relaxations as per the Apprentices Act 1961, Apprentices Rules 1992 and NATS 2.0 Guidelines. |
4. Citizenship
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | ONLY Indian Nationals are eligible. |
5. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Passing year window | Candidates who have passed the qualifying examination in the last five years (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026) are only eligible. |
| Result status | Candidates whose results are not declared/available as on the last date of submission are NOT eligible. |
| Higher qualification | Candidates with higher qualification are NOT eligible. |
| Regular candidates only | Only those who completed the qualifying examination as regular candidates are eligible to apply. |
| Prior apprenticeship/job | Candidates who had/are undergoing apprenticeship training or have one year or more job experience after essential qualification are NOT eligible. |
| PwBD condition | PwBD candidates are eligible ONLY for designated trades as per Apprenticeship Rules 1992. |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 50
1. Graduate Apprentice - Chemical Engineering / Chemical Technology
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering / Chemical Technology
2. Graduate Apprentice - Mechanical Engineering
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering
3. Graduate Apprentice - Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering / Aeronautical Engineering
4. Graduate Apprentice - Computer & Information Science/Computer Engineering/B.Sc. Computer Science
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. in Computer & Information Science / Computer Engineering OR B.Sc. in Computer Science
5. Graduate Apprentice - Electrical / Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical / Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering
6. Graduate Apprentice - Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
7. Graduate Apprentice - Civil Engineering
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. in Civil Engineering
8. Graduate Apprentice - B.Sc. (Chemistry)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: B.Sc. in Chemistry
9. Graduate Apprentice - Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
10. Graduate Apprentice - Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: Bachelor of Commerce (B. Com)
11. Graduate Apprentice - BLIS (Library Science)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: BLIS (Library Science)
12. Graduate Apprentice - BBA
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential Qualification: Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Additional Information
- Category allocation: Category-wise (UR/SC/ST/OBC) seat allocation will be done as per prevalent rules.
Salary Details
> Salary Range: ₹15,000 - ₹15,000 Monthly
> Allowances: Stipend only
How to Apply
- 1. Registration:
- Degree candidates must register on NATS 2.0 portal.
- 2. Application mode:
- ONLY offline applications will be accepted.
- 3. Application form:
- Fill the application form available on https://drdo.gov.in/drdo/en/offerings/vacancies and send it by post.
- 4. Address for submission:
- The Director, HEMRL, Ministry of Defence, DRDO, Sutarwadi, Pashan, Pune – 411021 (Kind Attention: HRD, HEMRL, Pune).
- 5. Marks format:
- Mention marks in percentage; convert CGPA to percentage as per university norms (may be verified during document verification).
- 6. Timeliness:
- Incomplete/erroneous applications or those received after the last date will be rejected.
Selection Process
- 1. Shortlisting method:
- Selection may be based on academic merit and/or written test/interview/walk‑in interview or a combination thereof, subject to satisfactory document verification.
- 2. Institutional discretion:
- HEMRL reserves the right to adopt its own short‑listing criteria and is not obliged to shortlist all candidates meeting minimum requirements.
Reservation Details
- 1. Reservation policy:
- Reservations will be applied as per the provisions of the Apprentices Act 1961 and Apprentice Rules 1992 as amended.
- 2. Category allocation:
- Seat allocation across General/SC/ST/OBC will be as per prevalent rules.
Document Requirements
- 1. At document verification:
- Ink-signed printout of application; NATS 2.0 profile signed copy; mark sheets & certificates from 10th to minimum qualification; Aadhaar/Photo ID and address proof; two recent passport size photos; applicable SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/PwBD/EWS certificates.
- 2. At joining:
- Valid police verification certificate for present and permanent address; medical Certificate of Physical Fitness by authorized Government Hospital doctor; undertakings for Official Secrets Act, 1923 and adherence to IT Rules & MoD/DRDO regulations; Aadhaar-seeded bank account details (passbook front page/cancelled cheque); three recent passport size photos; any other documents if required.
Important Instructions
- 1. Contract and duration:
- Selected candidates must execute a contract for ONE YEAR of training; training period counts from the date of execution of the contract.
- 2. Communication:
- Selected candidates will be informed through email with joining instructions; no correspondence with non-selected candidates will be entertained.
- 3. No employment claim:
- No employment (permanent/temporary/contractual) at HEMRL or DRDO after completion of apprenticeship; no claim shall be entertained.
- 4. No TA/DA or facilities:
- No TA/DA, accommodation, transport or medical facilities for any stage of selection or during training.
- 5. Canvassing:
- Canvassing/influencing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- 6. Right to modify/cancel:
- Director, HEMRL may increase/decrease vacancies or withdraw the advertisement/cancel selection without assigning reasons.
Training Details
- 1. Training period:
- One year apprenticeship commencing from the date of execution of the contract.
Bond or Service Agreement
- 1. Agreement:
- Apprenticeship contract to be executed as per the Apprentices Act 1961 and Apprentice Rules 1992.
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Late/non-reporting:
- If a selected candidate does not report by the scheduled date, it will be assumed the candidate is not interested and the candidature may be forfeited.
- 2. Eligibility/documents:
- If eligibility conditions are not met or documents/statements are false/forged, candidature will be cancelled/disqualified.
Other Information
- 1. Advertisement number:
- HEMRL/HRD/APPRENTICE/2026-27/01
Important Links
Contact Details
Phone: 020-25912751
Address: The Director, HEMRL, Ministry of Defence, DRDO, Sutarwadi, Pashan, Pune – 411021 (Kind Attention: HRD, HEMRL, Pune)
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