DRDO GTRE Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released by Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), Bengaluru, a premier R&D Establishment under DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India. Interested and eligible Indian Nationals registered with NATS/NAPS portal can appear for a walk-in-interview for One Year Apprentice Training on 6th June 2026.
Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), Bengaluru, one of the premier R&D Establishments under the Defence R&D Organization (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India, invites eligible Indian Nationals who are registered with NATS/NAPS portals to appear for a walk-in-interview for One Year Apprentice Training under the provisions of The Apprentices Act, 1961 (as amended). Interested candidates can refer to the article for vacancy details, eligibility, selection process, stipend, and other important information.
DRDO GTRE Apprentice Notification 2026 PDF Out
The official DRDO GTRE Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released for Graduate Engineering (BE/B.Tech), Diploma (Engineering), and ITI Trades apprentices. The official PDF includes all details, including category-wise vacancies, essential qualifications, terms and conditions, and the application format.
DRDO GTRE Apprentice Notification 2026 PDF – Click to Download
DRDO GTRE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
The selection will be carried out by shortlisting on the basis of academic merit/written test/interview or a combination thereof. Apprenticeship training is for one year, and no employment is offered on completion of training.
| DRDO GTRE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), DRDO |
| Ministry | Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India |
| Location | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| Training Type | One Year Apprentice Training (under Apprentices Act, 1961) |
| Total Vacancies | 150 |
| Categories | Graduate Engineering (BE/B.Tech), Diploma (Engineering), ITI Trades |
| Mode of Application | Walk-in-Interview |
| Walk-in-Interview Date | 6th June 2026 (Saturday) |
| Reporting Time | 09:00 hrs |
| Selection Process | Academic merit / Written test / Interview or combination |
| Stipend | As per Govt. of India norms |
| Official Website | www.drdo.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Events | Details |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | May 2026 |
| Walk-in-Interview Date | 6th June 2026 (Saturday) |
| Reporting Time | 09:00 hrs |
| Venue | GTRE, DRDO, CV Raman Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka – 560093 |
DRDO GTRE Apprentice Vacancy 2026 Details
Under this recruitment drive, GTRE aims to fill a total of 120 vacancies for Apprentice Training across three categories: Graduate Engineering (BE/B.Tech), Diploma (Engineering), and ITI Trades.
Graduate Engineering (BE/B.Tech)
| Discipline / Trade | Tentative Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mechanical / Production / Industrial Production Engg. | 30 |
| Aeronautical / Aerospace Engg. | 15 |
| Electronics & Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Instrumentation / Telecom Engg. | 10 |
| Computer Science / Computer Engg. / Information Science & Technology Engg. | 15 |
| Metallurgy / Material Science | 04 |
| Civil Engg. or Equivalent | 01 |
Diploma (Engineering)
| Discipline / Trade | Tentative Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mechanical / Production / Tool & Die Design | 10 |
| Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Instrumentation | 07 |
| Computer Science Engg. / Computer Networking / Information Technology | 03 |
ITI Trades
| Trade | Tentative Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Machinist / CNC Machining Tech. | 03 |
| Fitter | 04 |
| Turner | 03 |
| Electrician | 03 |
| Welder | 02 |
| Sheet Metal Worker | 02 |
| Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) / Data Entry Operator | 08 |
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DRDO GTRE Apprentice Eligibility 2026
Candidates must be Indian Nationals, minimum 18 years of age as on 6th June 2026, and must have passed their qualifying examination in the Year 2022 or later (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026). Candidates who passed before 2022 are NOT eligible.
Educational Qualification Details
| Apprenticeship Category | Discipline / Trade | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Engineering (BE/B.Tech) | Mechanical/Production/Aeronautical/Electronics/Computer Science/Metallurgy/Civil | A Degree in Engineering or Technology granted by a statutory university or by an institution empowered to grant such degree by an Act of Parliament |
| Diploma (Engineering) | Mechanical/Electrical & Electronics/Computer Science | A Diploma in Engineering or Technology or equivalent qualification granted by a State Board of Technical Education or recognized by the State Government concerned or the Central Government |
| ITI Trades | Machinist/Fitter/Turner/Electrician/Welder/Sheet Metal Worker/COPA | Candidates who have passed out of ITI with a valid certificate issued by National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) in the respective trade |
Additional Eligibility Conditions:
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Only Indian Nationals are eligible |
| Minimum Age | 18 years as on 6th June 2026 |
| Maximum Age | As per provisions of Govt. of India |
| Year of Passing | Only candidates who passed qualifying examination in 2022 or later are eligible (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026) |
| Regular Candidates | Only candidates who have passed qualifying examination as regular candidates are eligible |
| Result Status | Candidates whose results have not been declared as on the date of interview will NOT be considered |
| Higher Qualification | Candidates with higher qualification are NOT eligible |
| Previous Training/Experience | Candidates who had training or job experience for one year or more after attaining essential qualification are NOT eligible |
| Previous Apprenticeship | Candidates who have already undergone or are presently undergoing apprenticeship training under any organization are NOT eligible |
| Marks Percentage | Marks obtained in qualifying examination to be mentioned in percentage. CGPA to be converted as per university/institute norms |
Mandatory Registration on Portals Before Walk-in-Interview
| Category | Portal | Website |
|---|---|---|
| ITI Candidates | National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) | https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
| Graduate & Diploma Candidates | National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) | https://nats.education.gov.in |
DRDO GTRE Apprentice Walk-in-Interview Details 2026
Date: 6th June 2026 (Saturday)
Reporting Time: 0900 hrs (9:00 AM)
Venue: Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), DRDO, CV Raman Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka – 560093
Landmark & Bus Routes:
- Landmark: Bagmane Tech Park & LRDE
- Bus Nos. from Majestic/City Railway Bus Stand: 314 E & 314 B, 315MDF
- Bus Nos. from Shivaji Nagar: 314, 314 A & 314 C
- Bus Nos. from KR Market: 318 (Alight at LRDE Bus stop)
- Nearest Metro Station: Swami Vivekananda Road Metro Station
Documents to Carry for Walk-in-Interview (Original + One Set of Self-Attested Photocopies):
| S. No. | Document |
|---|---|
| a | NATS/NAPS profile printout |
| b | 10th Mark sheet and Certificate |
| c | Mark sheets of qualifying examinations (all semesters/year-wise) |
| d | Degree/Diploma/ITI Certificate / Provisional Degree Certificate |
| e | Aadhaar Card |
| f | Caste Certificate (if applicable) |
| g | Two recent passport size photographs |
| h | Duly filled Registration Form (Annexure-I) |
| i | Undertaking (Annexure-II) |
Note: Candidates must also bring the conversion formula document (if CGPA was converted to percentage) as per their university/institute norms.
Selection Process for DRDO GTRE Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Depending upon the vacancies available in various categories and disciplines, the selection of candidates will be carried out by:
- Shortlisting on the basis of academic merit; OR
- Written test; OR
- Interview; OR
- A combination of the above
How to Prepare for DRDO GTRE Apprentice Walk-in-Interview
Step 1: Register on the appropriate portal:
- For ITI Trades: NAPS portal (www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in)
- For Graduate & Diploma: NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in)
Step 2: Download and take a printout of your NATS/NAPS profile.
Step 3: Download the Registration Form (Annexure-I) and Undertaking (Annexure-II) from the GTRE/DRDO website and fill them completely.
Step 4: Gather all original documents along with self-attested photocopies (as listed in the document table).
Step 5: Convert CGPA to percentage (if applicable) and obtain the conversion formula document from your university/institute.
Step 6: Reach the walk-in-interview venue on 6th June 2026 before 09:00 hrs with all documents.
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