DRDO NSTL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for Graduate, Diploma and ITI Apprentices
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Qualification
[Graduate Apprentice] B.E./B.Tech in relevant engineering discipline, [Technician Apprentice] Diploma in relevant engineering discipline, [ITI Apprentice] ITI in relevant trade, [All Posts] Candidates should be registered on NATS/NAPS portal
Salary
Stipend as per Apprenticeship Rules and Government norms
Vacancies
42
Defence Research and Development Organisation (Naval Science & Technological Laboratory) has released the DRDO NSTL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for Graduate, Diploma and ITI Apprentices Notification for 42 vacancies including Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, ITI Apprentice posts. Interested candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying online from 04/05/2026 to 25/05/2026 through the official website.
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DRDO NSTL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for Graduate, Diploma and ITI Apprentices – Overview
| Organization | Defence Research and Development Organisation |
| Department | Naval Science & Technological Laboratory |
| Advertisement No. | NSTL/APPRENTICESHIP/01/2026 |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, ITI Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 42 Posts |
| Job Location | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Stipend as per Apprenticeship Rules and Government norms |
| Application Start Date | 04/05/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25/05/2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://www.drdo.gov.in |
Job Opening Positions
| S.No | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Graduate Apprentice | 10 |
| 2 | Technician Apprentice | 10 |
| 3 | ITI Apprentice | 22 |
| Total | 42 | |
Eligibility / Educational Qualification
- [Graduate Apprentice] B.E./B.Tech in relevant engineering discipline
- [Technician Apprentice] Diploma in relevant engineering discipline
- [ITI Apprentice] ITI in relevant trade
- [All Posts] Candidates should be registered on NATS/NAPS portal
Age Limit
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | — |
| Technician Apprentice | — |
| ITI Apprentice | — |
Relaxation of Upper Age Limit:
- SC/ST: As per Government Rules | OBC: As per Government Rules | PwD: As per Government Rules | Ex-Servicemen: As per Government Rules | Others: As per Government Rules
Pay Scale
| Post Name | Pay Scale / Salary |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Stipend as per Apprenticeship Rules and Government norms |
| Technician Apprentice | Stipend as per Apprenticeship Rules and Government norms |
| ITI Apprentice | Stipend as per Apprenticeship Rules and Government norms |
Method of Selection
- 1Shortlisting based on academic merit
- 2Document Verification
- 3Final Selection through Email Communication
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 04/05/2026 |
| Application Start Date | 04/05/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25/05/2026 |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Visit Now |
| DRDO Vacancies | Click Here |
| NATS Portal | Click Here |
| NAPS Portal | Click Here |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the last date to apply for DRDO NSTL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply is 25 May 2026.
Q. How many vacancies are available in DRDO NSTL Recruitment 2026?
A total of 42 apprentice vacancies are available.
Q. Is there any application fee?
No application fee is required for any category.
Q. What is the duration of apprenticeship training?
The training duration is 12 months.
Q. Can freshers apply for these apprentice posts?
Yes, eligible freshers can apply.
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