Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) – Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad has released an official recruitment notification (Advt No: RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2027) for the engagement of 195 Apprentices for the year 2027 under the Apprentices Act. Eligible candidates with B.E / B.Tech, Diploma, or ITI can submit their application online through NATS 2.0 or NAPS portals.
DRDO RCI Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Research Centre Imarat (RCI) - DRDO, Ministry of Defence |
| Job Location | Vignyana Kancha, Hyderabad, Telangana |
| Total Vacancies | 195 Posts |
| Training Duration | One Year |
| Eligible Passing Batches | 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026 Pass-outs |
| Minimum Percentage | 70% or 7.5 CGPA and above |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 Years (as on 01/09/2026) |
| Stipend | As per Central Govt Apprenticeship Norms |
| Application Mode | Online (NATS 2.0 / Apprenticeship India) |
Vacancy Breakdown & Eligible Disciplines
| Category | Posts | Eligible Engineering Streams / Trades |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 50 | B.E / B.Tech in ECE, Instrumentation, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical, Metallurgical, Safety, Aeronautical, Aerospace, Civil |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | 30 | Diploma in ECE, Instrumentation, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, Chemical, Metallurgical, Safety |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | 115 | ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic-Diesel, Electronic-Mechanic, Electrician, COPA, Draughtsman (Mech), Grinder |
How to Apply
- B.E / B.Tech / Diploma Applicants: Must register on the NATS 2.0 Portal, log in, search for Research Centre Imarat, DRDO, and apply using Enrolment ID:
STLRAC000010. - ITI Applicants: Must log in to the Apprenticeship India Portal, click on Apprenticeship Opportunities, search for Establishment Name RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT (Establishment ID:
E05203600040), and click Apply for their respective trade.
Official Links & Portals
| B.Tech & Diploma Apply Link (NATS 2.0) | Apply on NATS Portal |
| ITI Trade Apply Link (NAPS) | Apply on Apprenticeship India |
| Official DRDO Website | drdo.gov.in |
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