Introduction
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) – Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), Bangalore, has released the Apprentice Recruitment Notification for 2025. A total of 150 vacancies are available under various trades for Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Apprentices. This is a great opportunity for freshers to work with one of India’s premier defence R&D organizations.
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Post Details
- Organization: DRDO – GTRE (Gas Turbine Research Establishment)
- Post Name: Apprentice Trainee
- Training Duration: 1 Year (as per Apprenticeship Act, 1961)
- Job Location: Bangalore, Karnataka
No. of Posts
- Total Vacancies: 150
- Graduate Apprentice Trainees: 75 Posts
- Diploma Apprentice Trainees: 40 Posts
- ITI Apprentice Trainees: 35 Posts
DRDO GTRE Apprentice Recruitment 2025 for 150 Posts
| Name of Post | Total Vacancies | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (B.E. / B.Tech / Equivalent) | 75 | ₹ 9000/- per month |
| Graduate Apprentice (Non Engineering) | 30 | ₹ 9000/- per month |
| Diploma Apprentice Trainees | 20 | ₹ 8000/- per month |
| ITI Apprentice Trainees | 25 | ₹ 7000/- per month |
Educational Qualification
- Graduate Apprentice: B.E/B.Tech in relevant engineering disciplines from a recognized university.
- Diploma Apprentice: Diploma in Engineering from a recognized institute.
- ITI Apprentice: ITI certificate in relevant trade from a recognized NCVT/SCVT institute.
✅ Educational Qualification & Experience:
| Graduate Apprentice (B.E. / B.Tech / Equivalent) | B.E. / B.Tech / Equivalent in Mechanical / Aeronautical / Electrical / ECE / Computer Science / IT / Metallurgy / Civil Engineering. |
| Graduate Apprentice (Non Engineering) | B.Com. / B.Sc. / B.A / BCA, BBA. |
| Diploma Apprentice Trainees | Diploma in Mechanical/ Production/ Tool & Die design/ Electrical& Electronics / Electronics & Communication/ Electronics & Instrumentation/ Computer Science / Engg./ Computer Networking. |
| ITI Apprentice Trainees | ITI in relevant trade (Machinist / Fitter / Turner / Electrician / Welder / Sheet Metal Worker / COPA). |
Age Limit (As on application closing date)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age:
- Unreserved: 27 years
- OBC: 30 years
- SC/ST: 32 years
- PwD: 37 years
Stipend / Salary
- Graduate Apprentice: ₹9,000/month
- Diploma Apprentice: ₹8,000/month
- ITI Apprentice: ₹7,000/month
Selection Process
- Selection will be based on:
- Academic Merit (percentage of marks)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
No written test or interview will be conducted.
Application Fees
- All Categories: No application fee required.
Important Dates
✅ Important Dates:
| Opening date for Online Registration | 09/04/2025 |
| Closing date for Online Registration | 08/05/2025 |
| Probable date of Publishing First list of shortlisted candidates | 23/05/2025 |
| Probable date of Acceptance by candidates to join GTRE as Apprenticeship Trainee | 06/06/2025 |
| Probable date of Interaction with the shortlisted candidates who have submitted acceptance to join | 13/06/2025 |
| Probable date of declaration of finally selected candidates | 20/06/2025 |
| Probable date of joining Apprenticeship Trainees at GTRE | 07/07/2025 |
Important Links
- Official Website: https://www.drdo.gov.in
- Online Application Portal
- Download Official Notification PDF
How to Apply
- Visit the DRDO GTRE official website: https://www.drdo.gov.in
- Click on “Careers” or “Apprentice Opportunities”.
- Read the notification carefully to ensure eligibility.
- Register on the NATS portal (for Degree/Diploma) or Apprenticeship India portal (for ITI).
- Fill the online application form with correct details.
- Upload scanned documents (educational certificates, photo, signature, etc.).
- Submit the form and keep a copy of the acknowledgment for reference.