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DRDO ITR Chandipur Graduate & Technician Apprentice 2026 (Advt ITR/HRD/AT/11/2026)

Defence Research and Development Organisation

Domain: Defense & Security
Employment Type: Contract
Stage: Announcement - Official Advertisement

Posted: 10 days ago

Location: CENTRAL (Odisha)

Closes: 2 Nov 2026

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Job Details

Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur—an establishment of DRDO—seeks Graduate and Technician (Diploma) Apprentices for one year in multiple engineering and non‑engineering disciplines under Advt. ITR/HRD/AT/11/2026. Candidates must be registered on the NATS portal and should be recent pass‑outs (years 2022–2026). Selection will be through Written Test/Personal Interview/ both for shortlisted candidates. Selected candidates shall execute an apprenticeship contract, submit a Medical Fitness Certificate at joining, and will receive monthly stipend (Graduate: Rs. 12,300; Technician: Rs. 10,900). No TA/DA, accommodation or transport is provided and there is no obligation for employment after training.

Level:
central
State:
Odisha
Cities:
Chandipur, Balasore

Job Summary

DRDO ITR Chandipur invites applications for one‑year apprenticeship training (Graduate and Technician/Diploma) under Advt. ITR/HRD/AT/11/2026. Apply by sending the typed application with enclosures so as to reach by 02.11.2026.

Important Dates

  1. Last date to apply · Last date for receipt of application at ITR by Speed/Registered PostNext

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualifications

CriteriaDetails
Graduate Apprentice: B.E./B.Tech in relevant disciplines; also BBA, B.Com, B.Lib.Sc as specified.Required
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice: Diploma in relevant disciplines as specified.Required

2. Other Educational Qualifications

CriteriaDetails
Year of passingEligible if degree/diploma passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026; earlier than 2022 not eligible.
Mode of studyOnly REGULAR candidates who have completed the qualifying examination are eligible.
CGPA to percentageMarks must be in percentage; if CGPA, convert to percentage as per university norms for verification.

3. Experience Requirements

CriteriaDetails
Experience RangeN/A - N/A years

4. Age Limit

CriteriaDetails
Age Range18 - N/A years
Maximum age and relaxationAs per Apprentices Act, 1961, Apprentices Rules 1992 and NATS 2.0 / NAPS Guidelines.

5. Citizenship

CriteriaDetails
NationalityIndian nationals only.

6. Other Eligibility

CriteriaDetails
NATS registrationCandidates must have registered on https://www.nats.education.gov.in; non‑registered candidates are likely to be rejected.
Higher qualificationCandidates with higher qualification are not eligible to apply.
PwBD tradesPwBD candidates are eligible only for designated trades as per Apprenticeship Rules 1992.

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Post Details

1. Graduate Apprentice

Eligibility Criteria:

  • B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT group) – 08 seats: Computer Science & Engineering; Computer Science; Communication & Computer Engineering; Computer Science & Information Technology; Computer Science & System Engineering; Computer Technology; Information Technology; Information & Communication Technology; Information Science & Engineering.
  • B.E./B.Tech (Electronics/Instrumentation group) – 08 seats: Electronics Engineering; Electronics & Tele‑Communication Engineering; Instrumentation Technology; Electrical & Electronics Engineering; Electronics & Communication Engineering; Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering; Applied Electronics & Instrumentation; Electronics & Instrumentations Control Engineering; Electronics & Electrical Communication Engineering; Electronics & Computer Engineering; Instrumentation & Electronics Engineering; Electronics (Robotics); Embedded System.
  • B.E./B.Tech Electrical Engineering: 02 seats.
  • B.E./B.Tech Mechanical Engineering: 01 seat.
  • B.E./B.Tech Aerospace Engineering: 01 seat.
  • B.Lib.Sc in Library Science: 02 seats.
  • B.E./B.Tech in Safety Engineering: 02 seats.
  • BBA (Administration / HR): 04 seats.
  • B.Com: Financial Accounting / Cost Accounting – 04 seats.

Age Limitations:

  • Minimum age: 18 years.
  • Maximum age: As per Apprentices Act/Rules and NATS/NAPS guidelines.

2. Technician (Diploma) Apprentice

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Diploma (CS/IT group) – 08 seats: Computer Science & Engineering; Computer Science; Communication & Computer Engineering; Computer Science & Information Technology; Computer Science & System Engineering; Computer Technology; Information Technology; Information & Communication Technology; Information Science & Engineering.
  • Diploma (Electronics/Instrumentation group) – 08 seats: Electronics Engineering; Electronics & Tele‑Communication Engineering; Instrumentation Technology; Electrical & Electronics Engineering; Electronics & Communication Engineering; Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering; Applied Electronics & Instrumentation; Electronics & Instrumentations Control Engineering; Electronics & Electrical Communication Engineering; Electronics & Computer Engineering; Instrumentation & Electronics Engineering; Electronics (Robotics); Embedded System.
  • Diploma in Electrical Engineering: 02 seats.
  • Diploma in Cinematography: 02 seats.
  • Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology: 02 seats.

Age Limitations:

  • Minimum age: 18 years.
  • Maximum age: As per Apprentices Act/Rules and NATS/NAPS guidelines.

Additional Information

  • Vacancy note: The number of vacancies is indicative and may change at a later stage.

Salary Details

> Salary Range: ₹10,900 - ₹12,300 Monthly

Other Information

  • Stipend per category: Graduate Apprentice Rs. 12,300 per month; Technician (Diploma) Apprentice Rs. 10,900 per month.
  • Training duration: 12 months from execution of the Contract of Apprenticeship.

How to Apply

1. Application form:
Use Annexure‑A (also available at www.drdo.gov.in); the application must be typewritten.
2. Submission mode:
Send the typed application with self‑attested documents by Speed Post/ Registered Post only.
3. Superscription on envelope:
Write “Application for Apprenticeship Training: Category … & Subject/Discipline …” on the sealed envelope.
4. Address for submission:
The Director, Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha‑756025.
5. Deadline:
Application must reach the above address on or before 02.11.2026.
6. Follow‑up:
Keep watch on the DRDO website/personal email for updates; keep a copy of the application for record.

Selection Process

1. Mode:
Selection will be based on Written Test/ Personal Interview/ both, for shortlisted candidates only.
2. Shortlisting:
ITR may adopt its own method of short‑listing; fulfilling minimum requirements does not guarantee selection.

Admit Card Details

1. Intimation:
All information regarding Written Test/ Interview/ Call letters will be provided through website/Email only; no hardcopy will be sent.
2. Candidate responsibility:
Receiving, downloading and printing of Admit Card/ Call Letter is the candidate’s responsibility.

Reservation Details

1. Policy:
Reservations will be applied as per the provisions of The Apprentices Act, 1961 and Apprentice Rules 1992 as amended.

Document Requirements

1. Documents to enclose:
Self‑attested photocopies of all educational mark sheets and certificates (10th, 12th, Diploma, B.Tech/BBA/B.Com), Caste Certificate (if applicable) and Identity Proof.
2. Medical Fitness:
Selected candidates must submit a Medical Fitness Certificate at the time of joining.

Important Instructions

1. Verification:
Credentials of selected candidates will be verified; any deviation/non‑conformity will lead to rejection.
2. No TA/DA:
No TA/DA is admissible for any stage of the selection process.
3. No employment claim:
ITR is not obliged to offer employment after completion of apprenticeship training.
4. Accommodation/transport:
No Govt. quarters/hostel accommodation/transport will be provided during Written/Interview or training period.
5. Jurisdiction:
Any dispute will be under the jurisdiction of the High Court of Odisha, Cuttack.

Training Details

1. Duration:
12 months of training from execution of the apprenticeship contract.
2. Contract:
Selected candidates must execute a Contract of Apprenticeship as per the Apprentices Act, 1961 and rules framed thereunder.

Bond or Service Agreement

1. Apprenticeship contract:
Execution of apprenticeship contract is mandatory; no service bond for employment is promised.

Disqualification Criteria

1. Canvassing:
Canvassing/ influencing in any form will lead to disqualification at any stage.
2. Suppression of facts:
Suppression of facts will result in disqualification.

Other Information

1. Advertisement No.:
ITR/HRD/AT/11/2026

Contact Details

Address: The Director, Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha-756025

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