The Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, a premier laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) located at Balasore in Odisha, has announced the engagement of Graduate and Technician (Diploma) Apprentices for one year of apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act. A total of 54 training positions are on offer across engineering, technology, administration, commerce and library science disciplines. This page gives candidates a quick overview of the recruitment before they check the detailed sections on eligibility, vacancies and the selection process.
DRDO ITR Graduate and Technician Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Posted 09 Oct 2026Updated 09 Oct 2026ITR/HRD/AT/11/2026
Total Vacancies
54
Last Date
02 Nov
15 days left
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Last date 02 Nov 2026 · 15 days left
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About DRDO ITR Graduate and Technician Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Defence Research and Development Organisation
- Advertisement No.
- ITR/HRD/AT/11/2026
- Post Name
- Graduate Apprentice (Computer Science & Engineering), Graduate Apprentice (Electronics Engineering) and 12 more
- Job Location
- Balasore, Odisha
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Internship
- Age Limit
- At least 18 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- NATS registration with enrollment number
- Tenure
- 12 months
Vacancy Breakdown
Graduate Apprentice (Computer Science & Engineering)
8
Graduate Apprentice (Electronics Engineering)
8
Graduate Apprentice (Electrical Engineering)
2
Graduate Apprentice (Mechanical Engineering)
1
Graduate Apprentice (Aerospace Engineering)
1
Graduate Apprentice (Library Science)
2
Graduate Apprentice (Safety Engineering)
2
Graduate Apprentice (Administration / HR)
4
Graduate Apprentice (Financial Accounting / Cost Accounting)
4
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice (Computer Science & Engineering)
8
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice (Electronics Engineering)
8
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice (Electrical Engineering)
2
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice (Cinematography)
2
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice (Medical Laboratory Technology)
2
Total54
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (Computer Science & Engineering) | 8 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Electronics Engineering) | 8 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Electrical Engineering) | 2 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Mechanical Engineering) | 1 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Aerospace Engineering) | 1 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Library Science) | 2 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Safety Engineering) | 2 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Administration / HR) | 4 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Financial Accounting / Cost Accounting) | 4 |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice (Computer Science & Engineering) | 8 |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice (Electronics Engineering) | 8 |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice (Electrical Engineering) | 2 |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice (Cinematography) | 2 |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice (Medical Laboratory Technology) | 2 |
| Grand Total | 54 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Graduate Apprentice
- Qualification
- B.E/B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering or related Computer Science disciplines, Electronics Engineering or related Electronics disciplines, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or Safety Engineering; B.Lib.Sc in Library Science; BBA in Administration / HR; B.Com in Financial Accounting / Cost Accounting.
- Training Duration
- 12 months
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice
- Qualification
- Diploma in Computer Science & Engineering or related Computer Science disciplines, Electronics Engineering or related Electronics disciplines, Electrical Engineering, Cinematography or Medical Laboratory Technology.
- Training Duration
- 12 months
Age Limit
Minimum age not less than 18 years. Maximum age and relaxation as per the Apprentices Act 1961, Apprenticeship Rules 1992 and NATS 2.0 / NAPS guidelines.
Selection Process
- 1Written Test / Personal Interview
Selection will be made on the basis of a written test, personal interview, or both, for shortlisted candidates only; ITR may adopt its own method of shortlisting.
- 2Document Verification
Credentials of selected candidates are verified before the apprenticeship contract is created.
Salary Structure
Graduate Apprentice
Pay: Rs. 12,300 per month stipend
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice
Pay: Rs. 10,900 per month stipend
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Rs. 12,300 per month stipend |
| Technician (Diploma) Apprentice | Rs. 10,900 per month stipend |
How to Apply
- 1Download the Annexure-A application form from the advertisement or the DRDO website.
- 2Register your name on the NATS portal and keep the enrollment number ready.
- 3Fill in the typewritten application with your apprenticeship category, discipline, personal details and educational qualifications.
- 4Attach self-attested photocopies of all educational mark sheets and certificates, caste certificate and identity proof.
- 5Sign the declaration and affix a recent passport-size photograph on the form.
- 6Write the apprenticeship category and subject or discipline on the sealed envelope.
- 7Send the application by Speed Post or Registered Post to The Director, Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha-756025.
- 8Keep a copy of the submitted application for your records.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•10th certificate and mark sheet
•12th certificate and mark sheet
•Diploma certificate and mark sheet (where applicable)
•B.E/B.Tech/BBA/B.Com/B.Lib.Sc certificate and mark sheets (as applicable)
•Caste certificate (where applicable)
•Identity proof
•Recent passport-size photograph
Important Details
- NATS registration is mandatory for B.E/B.Tech, Diploma, BBA, B.Com and B.Lib.Sc candidates and non-registered candidates are likely to be rejected.
- Only candidates who passed the qualifying examination in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 as regular candidates are eligible; those who passed earlier than 2022 are not eligible.
- Candidates with higher qualifications are not eligible to apply.
- Degree holders who had training or job experience of one year or more after attaining the essential qualification are not eligible.
- The application must be typewritten; handwritten applications except for the signature will not be accepted.
- Marks in the qualifying examination must be mentioned in percentage, and CGPA must be converted to percentage as per university norms.
Terms and Conditions of Apprenticeship
- All correspondence including the offer letter will be through email only.
- Selected candidates must submit a Medical Fitness Certificate at the time of joining.
- Credentials of selected candidates will be verified before the apprenticeship contract is created.
- No TA/DA will be paid to applicants called at any stage of the selection process.
- ITR is not obliged to offer any employment after completion of the apprenticeship training.
- ITR reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of seats for apprenticeship training.
- Government quarters, hostel accommodation and transport will not be provided during the written test or interview and during the training period.
- PwBD candidates are eligible only for the designated trades as per Apprenticeship Rules 1992.
- Reservation will be applied as per the Apprentices Act 1961 and Apprentice Rules 1992 as amended from time to time.
Envelope Superscription
The sealed envelope containing the application form and other documents should be super-scribed as "Application for Apprenticeship Training: Category ........ & Subject/Discipline ........".
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 06782-272144
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates with work experience apply?
Candidates who have completed one year or more of training or job experience after obtaining the essential qualification are not eligible. Those with less than one year of experience must still satisfy the remaining conditions.
Is the DRDO ITR apprenticeship a permanent government job?
No. It is 12 months of apprenticeship training, and ITR is not obliged to offer employment after the training ends.
Can distance education or part-time candidates apply?
No. Only candidates who completed the qualifying examination as regular candidates are eligible.
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