DRDO DIPR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Now for 24 Posts

Defence Institute of Psychological Research (DIPR), a part of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has invited ITI pass-outs to apply for the apprenticeship in different trades. DRDO DIPR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is for 24 Apprentice posts in seven skills such as COPA, Photographer, Steward, IT/IT ESM etc. Candidates who have relevant ITI qualification can apply via Apprenticeship Portal and also can send the prescribed application form by e-mail. DRDO DIPR Apprentice Vacancy 2026 is ideal for candidates who are interested in an Apprenticeship Program with DRDO DIPR and practical training at a Defence Research Organization. All defence job in India through apprenticeship training is notified here. Applicants must be registered on the Apprenticeship Portal before applying. The selection will be done based on qualification in the examination or trade and may involve an interaction or interview.

Overview of the Recruiting Institute

Defence Institute of Psychological Research (DIPR) is part of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence. The institute is located in Timarpur, Delhi and is operating under the defence research framework and is working with ITI pass out students for the apprenticeship training programme. All those candidates who are keen to apply for Government Defence Jobs in India can take this chance for Trade-specific training and practical experience through Apprenticeship. The notification is for DRDO DIPR Recruitment 2026 for candidates who have passed out ITI with relevant certificates issued under SCVT and NCVET.

Current Openings for DRDO DIPR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Category-wise Reservation Breakdown

Qualification Criteria

Important Dates for DRDO DIPR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

• Application Start Date September 22, 2026 from date of publication
• Last Date to Apply October 13, 2026 within 21 days from advertisement
• Closing Time 23:59 hours on October 13, 2026 for portal and email

Age Norms for Applicants

• Age Rules: As prescribed under applicable apprenticeship rules.

Stipend Structure for Selected Apprentices

• Steward: Rs. 9,600/- per month
• DTP Operator: Rs. 9,600/- per month
• Secretariat Assistant: Rs. 9,600/- per month
• Photographer: Rs. 10,560/- per month
• COPA: Rs. 9,600/- per month
• IT / IT ESM: Rs. 10,560/- per month
• Multimedia & Web Page Designer: Rs. 9,600/- per month

Fee Requirements for Applicants

• Application Fee: Application fee not mentioned in notification.
• Payment Mode: No fee payment method is specified.

Selection Methodology

• Screening of Application: The applications will be screened by duly constituted screening committee of DIPR and the prescribed eligibility criteria will be cross-checked with the available vacancies of Government Jobs in Delhi.
• Merit Selection: Selection of the candidates will be based on the marks obtained in the respective qualifying examination or ITI trade.
• Shortlisting: The board will shortlist the eligible applicants on the basis of the selection criteria, trade and number of vacancy.
• Interaction or Interview: DIPR may interact or interview depending on the number of candidates who apply for the advertised apprenticeship positions.
• Category-Wise Merit: The merit list will be prepared under the applicable category-wise reservation criterion for the UR, OBC, SC and ST candidates.
• Offer of Apprenticeship: DIPR shall email offer letter to selected candidates. Please check your registered email address regularly.
• Joining Verification: At the time of joining, the selected candidates are required to submit their original educational, ITI, category and other related documents and should also submit the necessary documents for the apprenticeship before joining the training program.

Documents Required for DRDO DIPR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

• Academic Certificate: ITI certificate and mark sheets (original & copy)
• Valid ID documents: Aadhaar card and other valid ID documents
• Caste Certificate: If applicable, then SC/ST/OBC candidates should produce the Caste Certificate.
• Proof of age: Birth certificate or other proof.
• Bank Details: This section contains bank account information linked with your Aadhaar.
• Photographs: recent passport size photographs
• Police Clearence Obtained: Provided on being paraated as per the requirement of the institution.
• NATS/NAPS Enrolment: You must be have Document to apply for NATS/NAPS Enrolment in DRDO DIPR Recruitment 2026.

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Value of Solving Previous Papers

• Pattern Understanding: Regular practice questions to understand the merit based selection pattern where ITI marks will determine the final selection.
• Time Management: Old papers are regularly solved to become fast and accurate in solving future competitive papers:
• Self Assessment: Assists the identification of areas of weakness in trade specific theoretical knowledge and applications.
• Confidence Building: Lessens the anxiety that is experienced when sitting for real interviews or interaction sessions with the selection board
• Technical Revision: Reinforce practical skills learnt from ITI training and fill up the gaps.
• Competitive Edge: Provides better preparation compared to other candidates applying for DRDO DIPR Recruitment 2026

Training Terms and Conditions

• Procurement of Contracts: Online via NAPS-Apprenticeship Portal as per Apprentices Act, 1961
• Nature of Engagement: Trainee; not a labourer; does not pay wages as per labour law; status does not exist.
• Extension Policy: 12-months period is a fixed period and cannot be extended under any circumstances.
• Assessment: Required at end of training to receive National Apprenticeship Certificate
• Employment Clause: No regular employment following training completion,
• Cancellation Rights: DIPR reserves the rights to adjust or cancel the recruitment process.

Submission Instructions for DRDO DIPR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

• Go to official website https://drdo.gov.in/drdo/en/ for DRDO DIPR Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
• Go to “Vacancies” section and click on the advertisement named as “DIPR, Delhi invites eligible candidates for the engagement of ITI pass-out Aprentices”.
• Please read eligibility details carefully for the particular trade before applying.
• To complete the mandatory form for NAPS portal, click on the link “apprenticeshipindia.gov.in“
• Fill in the form with details regarding the individual, their educational qualifications and the mobile phone number.
• Note down generated NATS or NAPS enrollment number for future reference
• Enter username and password and type E08260700022 in the search bar.
• Choose appropriate trade from 7 options available corresponding to your ITI qualification
• Complete the on-line application form with the correct marks and experiences.
• Scan and upload required documents and photograph signature in the prescribed format.
• Download Application Form from DRDO Website and then send it by email.
• Provide scanned filled form with documents before deadline to admindipr.dipr@gov.in

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