DRDO DEAL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 77 Graduate, Diploma, ITI Apprentice Posts
Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory (DEAL), DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Government of India
Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory (DEAL), Dehradun has invited online applications for 77 Graduate, Diploma and ITI Apprentice posts for one year apprenticeship training. Eligible Indian candidates can apply through NATS 2.0 or NAPS portal as per their qualification. Selection will be based on merit, written test, interview or walk-in interview as decided by DRDO.
Vacancy Details
| Organization Name | Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory (DEAL), DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Government of India |
| Examination Name | DRDO DEAL Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 |
| Advertisement No. | DEAL/HRD/Apprenticeship/2026-27 |
| Post Name |
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| Total Vacancies | 77 |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship Jobs |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Location | Uttarakhand |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| ADVERTISEMENT_DATE | 23 June 2026 |
| APPLICATION_START_DATE | 23 June 2026 |
| LAST_DATE_TO_APPLY | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech, Diploma, ITI, B.Sc with B.Lib/B.L.I.Sc
Graduate Apprentice: B.E./B.Tech or equivalent degree in relevant discipline with minimum 60% marks. Library Science candidates should possess B.Sc. (PCM/PCB) along with B.Lib./B.L.I.Sc with minimum 60% marks in each. Diploma Apprentice: Diploma in Engineering/Technology or equivalent in relevant discipline with minimum 60% marks. ITI Apprentice: ITI Pass with NCVT/SCVT certificate in relevant trade. Additional Conditions: Only Indian Nationals are eligible. Only regular mode candidates are eligible. Candidates who passed qualifying examination during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 are eligible. Candidates having one year or more post qualification work experience are not eligible. Candidates already undergoing or completed apprenticeship training are not eligible.
Age Limit & Relaxation
Minimum 18 Years; Maximum age as per Apprentices Act 1961, Apprentice Rules 1992 and NATS/NAPS guidelines
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| All Reserved Categories | As per Apprentices Act 1961, Apprentice Rules 1992 and NATS/NAPS guidelines |
Salary Structure
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Rs. 12,300/- per month |
| Diploma Apprentice | Rs. 10,900/- per month |
| ITI Apprentice | Rs. 10,560/- per month |
| Funding Pattern | 50% by DEAL + 50% by BOAT through DBT |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | Nil |
Documents Required
- Ink signed printout of online application
- Signed copy of NATS/NAPS profile
- 10th Marksheet and Certificate
- Educational qualification certificates
- Provisional Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card
- Photo Identity Proof
- Address Proof
- Recent Passport Size Photographs
- SC Certificate (if applicable)
- ST Certificate (if applicable)
- OBC-NCL Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Police Verification Certificate
- Medical Fitness Certificate issued by Government Hospital Medical Officer
- Aadhaar seeded bank account details
- Cancelled Cheque/Passbook copy
Selection Process
- 1Academic Merit Based Shortlisting
- 2Written Test
- 3Interview
- 4Walk-in Interview
- 5Document Verification
- 6Approval of Apprenticeship Contract
Exam Pattern
The organization may adopt different selection methods depending on the number of applications received. DRDO DEAL reserves the right to shortlist candidates through academic merit, written examination, interview or walk-in interview. Detailed examination pattern has not been specified in the notification.
Syllabus
No detailed syllabus has been prescribed in the official notification. Candidates should prepare core subjects related to their respective qualification and discipline for better performance during selection.
How To Apply
Read the official notification carefully before applying. Graduate and Diploma candidates should visit the NATS 2.0 portal at https://nats.education.gov.in. Complete registration on the NATS portal. Login and search using DEAL ID: NUKDDC000015. Apply for the relevant Graduate or Diploma Apprentice discipline. ITI candidates should register on https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in. Login to NAPS portal and search for Defence Electronics Application Laboratory using Establishment Code E01160500005. Apply for the desired ITI trade. Upload all required documents and ensure marks are entered correctly. Submit the online application before the closing date.
Important Instructions
Only online applications will be accepted. Candidates should apply through the correct portal according to their qualification. Only regular mode candidates are eligible. Candidates passed before 2022 are not eligible. No employment will be offered after completion of apprenticeship training. No TA/DA will be provided for selection process or training. Incorrect information or forged documents will lead to cancellation. Candidates must regularly check their registered email for updates. DEAL reserves the right to increase, decrease or cancel vacancies. Final selection is subject to approval of apprenticeship contract.
Job Description
Introduction Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory (DEAL), Dehradun under DRDO has issued an official notification for engagement of Graduate, Diploma and ITI Apprentices for the year 2026-27. Eligible Indian candidates can apply online for one year apprenticeship training programme. Vacancy Overview A total of 77 apprentice vacancies have been announced. These include 19 Graduate Apprentice posts, 08 Diploma Apprentice posts and 50 ITI Apprentice posts in different disciplines and trades. Eligibility Applicants must possess the prescribed educational qualification in the relevant discipline. Graduate candidates should have B.E./B.Tech with minimum 60% marks. Diploma candidates should hold Diploma in Engineering with 60% marks, while ITI applicants must possess NCVT/SCVT certification in the relevant trade. Only regular candidates who passed during 2022 to 2026 are eligible. Age Limit Candidates should be at least 18 years old. Maximum age and relaxation provisions will be applicable according to Apprentices Act rules and NATS/NAPS guidelines. Salary Selected candidates will receive monthly stipend during the apprenticeship period. Graduate Apprentices will receive Rs. 12,300, Diploma Apprentices Rs. 10,900 and ITI Apprentices Rs. 10,560 per month. Selection Process Selection may be conducted through academic merit, written test, interview, walk-in interview or a combination of these methods. Final selection will be based on document verification and approval of apprenticeship contract. Application Process Candidates should submit their applications online through NATS or NAPS portal according to their qualification category. Applicants must upload all required documents and ensure the correctness of information before final submission. Important Dates The advertisement was issued on 23 June 2026. Candidates should regularly visit the DRDO official website to know the exact closing date for submission of applications. Conclusion DRDO DEAL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 provides an excellent opportunity for engineering graduates, diploma holders and ITI pass candidates to receive industrial training in a premier defence research organization. Eligible candidates should apply online and complete the registration process within the prescribed period.