DRDO ITR Chandipur Graduate & Technician (Diploma) Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Post Date : 09 October 2026
Integrated Test Range (ITR) Chandipur, DRDO, Balasore, has announced 54 vacancies for Graduate and Technician (Diploma) Apprentice. Candidates with a Degree or Diploma in the listed disciplines (passed 2022 to 2026) are eligible. Applications are open offline till 02 November 2026. Selection will be through a Written Test and / or Personal Interview. The number of vacancies is indicative. All dates, fees, vacancy details and links for the DRDO ITR Chandipur Graduate & Technician (Diploma) Apprentice Recruitment 2026 are given below. (Advt No: ITR/HRD/AT/11/2026)
| Category | Discipline | Stipend per Month | Vacancies |
| Graduate | B.E/B.Tech in 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 | ₹12,300 | 8 |
| Graduate | B.E/B.Tech in 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 | ₹12,300 | 8 |
| Graduate | B.E/B.Tech Electrical Engineering | ₹12,300 | 2 |
| Graduate | B.E/B.Tech Mechanical Engineering | ₹12,300 | 1 |
| Graduate | B.E/B.Tech Aerospace Engineering | ₹12,300 | 1 |
This recruitment has 1 selection stage, in the order shown below.
- Self-attested copies of marksheets and certificates (10th, 12th, Diploma, Degree)
- Caste certificate (self-attested copy)
- ID proof (self-attested copy)
- 1This is an offline application. Register on the NATS portal (https://www.nats.education.gov.in) first, as registration is mandatory.
- 2Download the Annexure-A application form (docx) from www.drdo.gov.in and fill it in by typing. Handwritten applications are not accepted.
- 3Attach self-attested copies of the marksheets and certificates (10th, 12th, Diploma, Degree), the caste certificate and an ID proof.
- 4Write on the envelope: 'Application for Apprenticeship Training: Category ... & Subject/Discipline ...'. Send it by Speed Post or Registered Post only to: The Director, Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha-756025.
- 5The application must reach ITR on or before 02 November 2026. This is the date of receipt at ITR; no time is printed in the notification.
- 6Contact: hrd.itr@gov.in; phone 06782-272144. Details of the test or interview will be shared only through the website or email.
Q. What is the last date to apply for DRDO ITR Chandipur Apprentice 2026?
A. The application must reach ITR by 02 November 2026, by Speed Post or Registered Post only.
Q. How many vacancies are there?
A. There are 54 vacancies in total for this recruitment, as per the official notification.
Q. What is the stipend?
A. ₹12,300 per month for Graduate and ₹10,900 per month for Technician (Diploma) apprentices.
Q. What is the educational qualification?
A. A degree or diploma in the listed disciplines, passed in 2022 to 2026 as a regular candidate, with NATS registration mandatory.
Q. What is the age limit?
A. The minimum age is 18 years. No maximum age is printed; it follows the Apprentices Act rules.
Q. What is the application fee?
A. No fee is mentioned in the notification.
Q. What is the selection process?
A. A written test and/or personal interview for shortlisted candidates.
Q. What is the official website?
A. Visit www.drdo.gov.in.
- The 54 vacancies (32 Graduate and 22 Technician) are indicative and may change.
- This is a 12-month apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961, not a regular job. There is no obligation of employment after it.
- Selected candidates must submit a medical fitness certificate at joining.
- Call letters and test or interview details will be sent only through the website or email.
Note: Please verify all details from the official notification and website before applying. This page is for reference only and is not affiliated with any government body.