📊 Quick Info Overview
| 🏢 Organization | Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India |
| 📋 Post Name | DRDO GTRE Apprentice Trainees Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 150 Posts |
| 📢 Total Vacancies | 150 |
| 📁 Category | PSU Jobs |
| 📍 Location | All India |
| 🎓 Education | graduate, diploma, iti |
| 🎂 Age Limit | Check Notification |
| 💰 Salary | Stipend as per Government of India norms |
| 💳 App Fee | No Fee |
| 📝 Apply Mode | Offline |
| 📅 Last Date | Apply Soon |
📅 Important Dates
| Notification Released | 12-05-2026 |
| Online Apply Start | 12-05-2026 |
| Apply Last Date | Check Notification |
| Fee Payment Deadline | Check Notification |
| Interview Date | 06-06-2026 |
📢 Vacancy Breakdown
| General | 0 |
| OBC | 0 |
| SC | 0 |
| ST | 0 |
| EWS | 0 |
| PH | 0 |
| Total Posts | 150 |
💳 Application Fee
| General / OBC | Nil / Exempted |
| SC / ST | Nil / Exempted |
| PH / PWD | Nil / Exempted |
| Female Candidates | Nil / Exempted |
🎯 Selection Process
- Stage 1: Academic Merit
- Stage 2: Written Test
- Stage 3: Interview
- Stage 4: Document Verification
Overview
Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India, invites applications for 150 Apprentice Trainee positions for the FY 2026-27 under The Apprentices Act, 1961. These include Technical entries (Graduate Engineering, Diploma Engineering, ITI Trades) and Non-Technical Graduate General posts. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and be eligible as per prescribed age limits. The recruitment process involves a walk-in interview on 06-06-2026 at GTRE, Bengaluru. Pre-registration on either the NAPS or NATS portal is mandatory before attending the interview.
Key Highlights
- Total Posts: 150 Apprentice Trainees
- Organization: Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), DRDO, Ministry of Defence
- Post Name: Apprentice Trainees – Technical and Non-Technical
- Application Mode: Walk-in Interview (No online form on GTRE website)
- Pre-Registration: ITI candidates on NAPS portal, Graduate/Diploma candidates on NATS portal
- Walk-in Interview Date: 06-06-2026
- Job Location: GTRE, CV Raman Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Stipend: As per Government of India norms
Vacancy Details
The 150 vacancies are divided into Technical and Non-Technical categories:
- Technical Entry - Graduate Engineering (75 Posts): Mechanical/Production (30), Aeronautical/Aerospace (15), Electricals/Electronics (10), Computer Science/IT (15), Metallurgy (4), Civil Engg. (1)
- Technical Entry - Diploma Engineering (20 Posts): Mechanical/Production/Tool & Die Design (10), Electricals/Electronics (7), Computer Science/Networking/IT (3)
- Technical Entry - ITI Trades (25 Posts): Machinist (3), Fitter (4), Turner (3), Electrician (3), Welder (2), Sheet Metal Worker (2), COPA/Data Entry Operator (8)
- Non-Technical Graduate General (30 Posts): B.Com (10), B.Sc (5), B.A. (5), B.C.A (5), B.B.A (5)
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian nationals only
- Educational Qualifications: Graduation (Engineering or Non-Technical), Diploma (Engineering), or ITI certificate (NCVT).
- Year of Passing: Candidates must have passed in 2022 or later as regular candidates. Provisional degrees accepted at joining.
- Age Limit: Minimum 18 years as on 06-06-2026; maximum as per government rules.
- Registration: Mandatory pre-registration on NAPS portal (for ITI) or NATS portal (for Graduate/Diploma) before attending walk-in interview.
Important Dates
- Walk-in Interview Date: 06-06-2026
- Reporting Time: 9:00 AM
- Age Calculation Date: 06-06-2026
- Results Publication: On official DRDO website
Application Fee
No fee specified in notification since it is walk-in and registration on portals is free.
How to Apply
- Step 1: Register on NAPS portal (ITI candidates) or NATS portal (Graduate/Diploma candidates).
- Step 2: Attend the walk-in interview at GTRE, Bengaluru on 06-06-2026 at 9:00 AM with all required documents.
- No online application on GTRE official website.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on academic merit, written test, interview or combination thereof.
- Document verification will be conducted before final selection.
Candidates can also check Latest Govt Jobs 2026 and explore related opportunities in Defence Jobs 2026. To prepare efficiently, download Syllabus PDF and keep track of the Check Latest Results for these recruitments. Additionally, candidates interested in state-level opportunities may visit State Govt Jobs 2026 and for other central opportunities, visit SSC Jobs 2026.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who is eligible to apply for DRDO GTRE Apprentice Trainees 2026? +
Indian nationals with relevant Graduate, Diploma or ITI qualifications passed in 2022 or later who are registered on NATS/NAPS portals are eligible.
How to apply for DRDO GTRE Apprentice Trainees 2026? +
Candidates must register on NAPS portal for ITI trades or NATS portal for Graduate/Diploma trades before attending the walk-in interview on 06-06-2026.
What is the last date to apply for DRDO GTRE Apprentice Trainees 2026? +
Applications are accepted through walk-in interview held on 06-06-2026. No online application deadline.
What is the age limit for these Apprentice Trainee posts? +
Minimum age is 18 years as on 06-06-2026; maximum age as per Govt. of India provisions.
What stipend will DRDO GTRE Apprentice Trainees get? +
Stipend will be paid as per Govt. of India norms during the one year apprenticeship.
What is the selection process for DRDO GTRE Apprentice Trainees? +
Selection involves shortlisting on academic merit, written test and/or interview followed by document verification.
Is there any application fee for these apprentice posts? +
No application fee is mentioned; registration on portals and attending the walk-in is free of cost.
🔗 Important Links Table
| 📋 Description | 🔗 Direct Link |
|---|---|
| 🏛️ Download GTRE DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF (Advt. No. GTRE/APP-TRG/2026-27/HRD-026) | Click Here ↗ |
| 🔗 https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in | Click Here ↗ |
| 🔗 https://nats.education.gov.in | Click Here ↗ |
| 🏛️ Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
| 📢 📢 Telegram Channel – @jobone2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| 📢 🟢 WhatsApp Channel – JobOne.in | Click Here ↗ |
