
DRDO SSPL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 (Advt 625/HR/Apprentice/2026/M/02)
Posted: 20 days ago
Posts: 41
Location: CENTRAL (Delhi)
Closed: 21 Aug 2026
Job Details
SSPL, a laboratory of DRDO in Timarpur, Delhi, invites applications for one-year Apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for ITI, Diploma and Graduate disciplines. Candidates must be registered on the respective apprenticeship portals (NATS/NAPS) and be recent pass-outs of 2022–2026. Selection-related communication will be through email; seats may vary and there is no obligation to offer employment after training; stipend will be as per rules.
- Level:
- central
- State:
- Delhi
- Cities:
- Delhi
- Other Information:
- Training location: Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054.
Job Summary
Apprenticeship engagement at DRDO’s SSPL, Delhi for ITI, Diploma and Graduate streams under Advt 625/HR/Apprentice/2026/M/02. Total 41 seats; applications by post close on 21 August 2026.
Important Dates
Last date to apply · Last date for receipt of application (by post)
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| ITI (First division) in Fitter/Electronics Mechanic/Electrician/Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA)/Machinist/Carpenter with 10th in First Division. | Required |
| Diploma (First division) in Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics/Instrumentation/Computer Science with 10th & Diploma in First Division. | Required |
| Regular Graduation degree (First division) in Physics/Chemistry/Maths/Computer Science or B.A./B.Com from a recognized University/Institution. | Required |
| B.E./B.Tech (First division) in Electronics/Mechanical/Electrical/Communication Engineering/VLSI/Chemical Engineering from a recognized University/Institution. | Required |
2. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | N/A - N/A years |
3. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | N/A - N/A years |
4. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Passing year criterion | Candidates who passed B.Sc./B.E./B.Tech/Diploma/ITI/BA/B.Com in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 are eligible; earlier than 2022 are not eligible. |
| Mode of study | Only those who completed the qualifying examination as regular candidates are eligible. |
| Portal registration (Diploma/Graduate) | Registration on NATS (https://nats.education.gov.in) is mandatory; non-registered candidates are likely to be rejected. |
| Portal registration (ITI) | Registration on https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in is mandatory; non-registered candidates are likely to be rejected. |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 41
1. ITI Apprentice
Eligibility Criteria:
- Trades: Fitter, Electronics Mechanic, Electrician, Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA), Machinist, Carpenter (First division ITI).
- Educational baseline: 10th with First Division.
- Stipend: As per rules.
2. Diploma Apprentice
Eligibility Criteria:
- Disciplines: Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Computer Science (First division Diploma).
- Educational baseline: 10th & Diploma with First Division.
- Stipend: As per rules.
3. Graduate Apprentice
Eligibility Criteria:
- UG (Science/Arts/Commerce): Regular Graduation (First division) in Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Computer Science or B.A./B.Com.
- Engineering: B.E./B.Tech (First division) in Electronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Communication Engineering, VLSI, Chemical Engineering from a recognized University/Institution.
- Stipend: As per rules.
Additional Information
- Vacancy variation: Number of apprenticeship seats may vary depending on requirement.
Salary Details
Other Information
- Stipend: Stipend will be paid as per rules.
How to Apply
- 1. Submission mode:
- Submit the duly filled application form in hard copy by POST to Director, SSPL (Kind attention: HRD), DRDO, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054.
- 2. Enclosures:
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents with the application.
- 3. Deadline:
- Application must reach SSPL on or before 21 August 2026.
- 4. Registration:
- Ensure registration on NATS/NAPS portal as applicable before applying.
Selection Process
- 1. Communication:
- All correspondence including the offer letter (if selected) will be through e-mail only.
- 2. Credential verification:
- Verification of credentials will be carried out prior to creation of contract; any deviation will lead to rejection.
Reservation Details
- 1. Reservation:
- Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS categories will be applicable as per the Apprentices Act, 1961, Apprentice Rules, 1992 and Apprenticeship (Amendment) Rules, 2015.
Document Requirements
- 1. Application enclosures:
- Self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents to be enclosed with the application.
- 2. Post-selection document:
- Selected candidates must submit a Police Verification Certificate after joining.
Important Instructions
- 1. Eligibility responsibility:
- Candidates must ensure they meet eligibility criteria and other norms before applying.
- 2. Seat variation:
- SSPL reserves the right to increase/decrease the number of seats and may withdraw/cancel the advertisement/selection process.
- 3. No employment guarantee:
- SSPL is not obliged to offer employment after completion of apprenticeship training.
- 4. Jurisdiction:
- In case of dispute, legal jurisdiction shall be that of the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi.
- 5. Communication mode:
- All correspondence will be through e-mail; keep a valid e-mail ID active.
Training Details
- 1. Duration:
- 12 months commencing from execution of the Contract of Apprenticeship.
- 2. Facilities:
- No Government quarters/hostel accommodation/transport will be provided during training.
Bond or Service Agreement
- 1. Apprenticeship contract:
- Selected candidates must execute a contract for 12 months as per the Apprentices Act, 1961 and rules.
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Suppression of facts:
- Suppression of facts will lead to disqualification at any stage of the selection process.
- 2. Canvassing:
- Any canvassing or personal follow-up to influence selection will result in immediate cancellation of candidature.
Other Information
- 1. Advertisement number:
- 625/HR/Apprentice/2026/M/02
Important Links
Contact Details
Phone: 011-23903540
Address: Director, SSPL (Kind attention: HRD), Solid State Physics Laboratory, DRDO, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054
Other Information
Communication: All correspondence including the offer letter will be through e-mail only.
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DRDO SSPL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 (Advt 625/HR/Apprentice/2026/M/02)
Posted: 20 days ago
Posts: 41
Location: CENTRAL (Delhi)
Closed: 21 Aug 2026
Job Details
SSPL, a laboratory of DRDO in Timarpur, Delhi, invites applications for one-year Apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for ITI, Diploma and Graduate disciplines. Candidates must be registered on the respective apprenticeship portals (NATS/NAPS) and be recent pass-outs of 2022–2026. Selection-related communication will be through email; seats may vary and there is no obligation to offer employment after training; stipend will be as per rules.
- Level:
- central
- State:
- Delhi
- Cities:
- Delhi
- Other Information:
- Training location: Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054.
Job Summary
Apprenticeship engagement at DRDO’s SSPL, Delhi for ITI, Diploma and Graduate streams under Advt 625/HR/Apprentice/2026/M/02. Total 41 seats; applications by post close on 21 August 2026.
Important Dates
Last date to apply · Last date for receipt of application (by post)
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| ITI (First division) in Fitter/Electronics Mechanic/Electrician/Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA)/Machinist/Carpenter with 10th in First Division. | Required |
| Diploma (First division) in Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics/Instrumentation/Computer Science with 10th & Diploma in First Division. | Required |
| Regular Graduation degree (First division) in Physics/Chemistry/Maths/Computer Science or B.A./B.Com from a recognized University/Institution. | Required |
| B.E./B.Tech (First division) in Electronics/Mechanical/Electrical/Communication Engineering/VLSI/Chemical Engineering from a recognized University/Institution. | Required |
2. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | N/A - N/A years |
3. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | N/A - N/A years |
4. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Passing year criterion | Candidates who passed B.Sc./B.E./B.Tech/Diploma/ITI/BA/B.Com in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 are eligible; earlier than 2022 are not eligible. |
| Mode of study | Only those who completed the qualifying examination as regular candidates are eligible. |
| Portal registration (Diploma/Graduate) | Registration on NATS (https://nats.education.gov.in) is mandatory; non-registered candidates are likely to be rejected. |
| Portal registration (ITI) | Registration on https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in is mandatory; non-registered candidates are likely to be rejected. |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 41
1. ITI Apprentice
Eligibility Criteria:
- Trades: Fitter, Electronics Mechanic, Electrician, Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA), Machinist, Carpenter (First division ITI).
- Educational baseline: 10th with First Division.
- Stipend: As per rules.
2. Diploma Apprentice
Eligibility Criteria:
- Disciplines: Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Computer Science (First division Diploma).
- Educational baseline: 10th & Diploma with First Division.
- Stipend: As per rules.
3. Graduate Apprentice
Eligibility Criteria:
- UG (Science/Arts/Commerce): Regular Graduation (First division) in Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Computer Science or B.A./B.Com.
- Engineering: B.E./B.Tech (First division) in Electronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Communication Engineering, VLSI, Chemical Engineering from a recognized University/Institution.
- Stipend: As per rules.
Additional Information
- Vacancy variation: Number of apprenticeship seats may vary depending on requirement.
Salary Details
Other Information
- Stipend: Stipend will be paid as per rules.
How to Apply
- 1. Submission mode:
- Submit the duly filled application form in hard copy by POST to Director, SSPL (Kind attention: HRD), DRDO, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054.
- 2. Enclosures:
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents with the application.
- 3. Deadline:
- Application must reach SSPL on or before 21 August 2026.
- 4. Registration:
- Ensure registration on NATS/NAPS portal as applicable before applying.
Selection Process
- 1. Communication:
- All correspondence including the offer letter (if selected) will be through e-mail only.
- 2. Credential verification:
- Verification of credentials will be carried out prior to creation of contract; any deviation will lead to rejection.
Reservation Details
- 1. Reservation:
- Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS categories will be applicable as per the Apprentices Act, 1961, Apprentice Rules, 1992 and Apprenticeship (Amendment) Rules, 2015.
Document Requirements
- 1. Application enclosures:
- Self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents to be enclosed with the application.
- 2. Post-selection document:
- Selected candidates must submit a Police Verification Certificate after joining.
Important Instructions
- 1. Eligibility responsibility:
- Candidates must ensure they meet eligibility criteria and other norms before applying.
- 2. Seat variation:
- SSPL reserves the right to increase/decrease the number of seats and may withdraw/cancel the advertisement/selection process.
- 3. No employment guarantee:
- SSPL is not obliged to offer employment after completion of apprenticeship training.
- 4. Jurisdiction:
- In case of dispute, legal jurisdiction shall be that of the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi.
- 5. Communication mode:
- All correspondence will be through e-mail; keep a valid e-mail ID active.
Training Details
- 1. Duration:
- 12 months commencing from execution of the Contract of Apprenticeship.
- 2. Facilities:
- No Government quarters/hostel accommodation/transport will be provided during training.
Bond or Service Agreement
- 1. Apprenticeship contract:
- Selected candidates must execute a contract for 12 months as per the Apprentices Act, 1961 and rules.
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Suppression of facts:
- Suppression of facts will lead to disqualification at any stage of the selection process.
- 2. Canvassing:
- Any canvassing or personal follow-up to influence selection will result in immediate cancellation of candidature.
Other Information
- 1. Advertisement number:
- 625/HR/Apprentice/2026/M/02
Important Links
Contact Details
Phone: 011-23903540
Address: Director, SSPL (Kind attention: HRD), Solid State Physics Laboratory, DRDO, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054
Other Information
Communication: All correspondence including the offer letter will be through e-mail only.
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