DRDO GTRE Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Opportunity for 150 Trainees
The Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), a key laboratory under the Defence Research & Development Organization (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, has announced its Apprentice Recruitment for the financial year 2025-26. This recruitment drive invites online applications from eligible Indian nationals for 150 apprenticeship training slots across Graduate (Engineering & Non-Engineering), Diploma, and ITI categories at GTRE, Bengaluru. The application process is tentatively scheduled to commence on April 9, 2025, and conclude on May 8, 2025. This is a valuable opportunity for fresh graduates and ITI holders to gain practical experience in a prestigious government research organization.
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Organization Details: DRDO GTRE
- Hiring Organization: Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), Defence Research & Development Organization (DRDO), Ministry of Defence.
- Total Posts: 150 (Indicative, may change).
- Location: Bengaluru.
- Training Duration: 12 months, commencing from the execution of the apprenticeship contract.
- Nature of Engagement: Apprenticeship Training under The Apprentices Act, 1961. Note that this training does not guarantee employment at DRDO/GTRE upon completion.
DRDO GTRE Vacancy Breakdown 2025
GTRE has announced vacancies across various categories. The distribution is as follows (reservations for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS categories apply as per government rules ):
Table 1: Graduate Apprentice Trainees – Engineering (B.E/B.Tech./Equivalent)
| Discipline | Vacancies |
| Mechanical/Production/Industrial Prod. Engg. | 30 |
| Aeronautical/Aerospace Engg. | 15 |
| Electricals & Electronics/ E&C/ E&I/ Telecom | 10 |
| Computer Science/Computer Engg./Info Science | 15 |
| Metallurgy/Material Science | 04 |
| Civil Engg. or Equivalent | 01 |
| Total | 75 |
Table 2: Graduate Apprentice Trainees – Non-Engineering (B.Com./B.Sc./B.A/BCA, BBA)
| Discipline | Vacancies |
| B.Com | 10 |
| B.Sc (Chemistry/Physics/Maths/Electronics/Computer) | 05 |
| B.A. (Finance/Banking etc.) | 05 |
| B.C.A | 05 |
| B.B.A | 05 |
| Total | 30 |
Table 3: Diploma Apprentice Trainees
| Discipline | Vacancies |
| Mechanical/Production/Tool & Die design | 10 |
| Electrical & Electronics / E&C / E&I | 07 |
| Computer Science / Engg. / Computer Networking | 03 |
| Total | 20 |
Table 4: ITI Apprentice Trainees
| Trade | Vacancies |
| Machinist | 03 |
| Fitter | 04 |
| Turner | 03 |
| Electrician | 03 |
| Welder | 02 |
| Sheet Metal worker | 02 |
| Computer Operator & Programming Asst. (COPA) | 08 |
| Total | 25 |
Eligibility Criteria for DRDO GTRE Apprenticeship
Candidates must carefully review the eligibility criteria before applying:
- Nationality: Indian.
- Age Limit: Minimum 18 years and Maximum 27 years as of May 8, 2025. Upper age limit relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates as per Government of India rules.
- Educational Qualifications:
- Graduate Apprentice (Engineering): A degree (B.E./B.Tech./Equivalent) in the relevant engineering disciplines from a statutory University or an institution empowered to award such degrees by an Act of Parliament. Candidates must have passed the qualifying examination in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, or 2025 as regular candidates. Those who passed earlier than 2021 are not eligible.
- Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering): A degree (B.Com./B.Sc./B.A./BCA/BBA) from a statutory University, an institution empowered to award such degrees by an Act of Parliament, or recognized institutes. Candidates must have passed the qualifying examination in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, or 2025 as regular candidates. Those who passed earlier than 2021 are not eligible.
- Diploma Apprentice: A diploma in the relevant engineering disciplines granted by a State Council or Board of Technical Education, a University, or a recognized institute. Sandwich course students undergoing training for a diploma are also eligible. Candidates must have passed the qualifying examination in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, or 2025 as regular candidates. Those who passed earlier than 2021 are not eligible.
- ITI Apprentice: A certificate in the relevant vocational trade involving two years of study after the secondary stage, recognized by the All India Council for Technical Education (NCVT or SCVT Boards). Sandwich course students eligible for such a certificate can also apply.
- Important Exclusions:
- Candidates whose final results are not declared/available at the time of application are NOT eligible (though provisional certificates are acceptable at joining).
- Candidates with higher qualifications than prescribed are NOT eligible.
- Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training elsewhere are NOT eligible.
- Candidates with more than one year of work experience are NOT eligible.
Important Dates (Tentative)
Keep track of these crucial dates for the DRDO GTRE Apprentice Recruitment 2025:
- Online Application Commencement: April 09, 2025
- Last Date for Online Application Submission: May 08, 2025
- Publication of First Shortlist (DRDO Website): May 23, 2025
- Acceptance by Candidates to Join: June 06, 2025
- Interaction with Accepted Candidates: June 13, 2025 onwards
- Declaration of Final Selection: June 20, 2025
- Joining Date at GTRE: July 07, 2025 onwards (exact dates will be communicated)
Note: All dates are tentative and subject to change. Candidates should regularly check the official DRDO website for updates.
Salary & Benefits (Monthly Stipend)
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as per Government of India rules:
- Graduate Apprentice (B.E./B.Tech./Equivalent): ₹9,000/- per month.
- Graduate Apprentice (B.Com./B.Sc./B.A./BCA/BBA): ₹9,000/- per month.
- Diploma Apprentice: ₹8,000/- per month.
- ITI Apprentice: ₹7,000/- per month.
Note: No TA/DA will be paid for the selection process (interview/document verification) or joining. GTRE will not provide any hostel or accommodation facilities during the training period.
Selection Process
The selection process for all categories (Graduate Engg., Graduate Non-Engg., Diploma, ITI) involves the following steps:
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their academic merit (marks/percentage/CGPA obtained in the qualifying examination). CGPA should be converted to percentage as per university norms.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification. They must produce original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies.
- Medical Fitness: Final selection is subject to meeting the medical fitness standards as per the Apprentices Act. Candidates need to produce a Medical Fitness Certificate from an authorized Government Medical Officer (excluding ESIC hospitals) in the prescribed format at the time of joining.
The list of shortlisted candidates will be published on the DRDO website.
How to Apply for DRDO GTRE Apprentice Vacancy 2025
Follow these steps to apply:
- Mandatory Registration:
- For Graduate (Engg./Non-Engg.) & Diploma: Register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal
- For ITI: Register on the Apprenticeship India portal: apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
- Note down the registration number obtained, as it is mandatory for the application.
- Online Application: Apply through the respective portals mentioned above. Ensure all details are filled correctly and scanned copies of mandatory documents are uploaded.
- Offline Application (Optional): Candidates can also submit an offline application using the format provided in the official notification. This can be sent by post to “The Director, Gas Turbine Research Establishment, DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Post Box No. 9302, CV Raman Nagar, BENGALURU – 560 093” or a scanned copy can be emailed to [email address removed].
- Submission Deadline: Ensure your application (online or offline) reaches before the last date, May 08, 2025 (tentative). Late or incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Joining: Keep a printout of the application. If selected, bring the printout along with original documents for verification at the time of joining GTRE.
Required Documents for Verification/Joining:
- 10th Mark sheet and Certificate.
- Qualifying Exam Mark sheets (all semesters/years).
- Degree / Diploma / ITI Certificate (Provisional acceptable initially).
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC – ensure validity for OBC).
- PWD Certificate (if applicable).
- EWS Certificate (if applicable).
- Photo ID Card (Govt. issued, preferably Aadhaar).
- Two Passport size photographs.
- Police Verification Certificate (from District Authority for place of last residence/permanent address).
- Medical Fitness Certificate (Prescribed format).
- Registration certificate from NATS/NCVT portal.
- Bank Account Details (Aadhaar seeded – copy of passbook front page).
Application Fees
No application fee required for this apprenticeship recruitment.
Official Notification & Apply Link
- Download Official Notification PDF: DRDO GTRE Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Notification
- Online Application Link (NATS Portal – Graduate/Diploma): Register Now
- Online Application Link (Apprenticeship India – ITI): Register Now
- Official DRDO Career Page: DRDO Careers – GTRE