DRDO GTRE Apprentice Training 2025-26: Online Application Open for 150+ Posts – Full Details Here

Looking for a career-launching opportunity in the defence research sector? The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is inviting fresh applications for Apprenticeship Training 2025-26 through its Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), Bengaluru.

This is a government-authorized training program under the Apprentices Act, 1961, offering hands-on experience in one of India’s premier defence labs. If you’re a graduate, diploma holder, or ITI pass-out, this could be the stepping stone to a high-potential technical career.

Let’s break down all the important details—from eligibility and stipend to deadlines and selection process—so you don’t miss this opportunity.

Overview of the DRDO GTRE Apprenticeship 2025-26

• Organization Name: Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), DRDO
• Program Name: Apprenticeship Training 2025-26
• Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka
• Training Period: 1 Year (12 Months)
• Mode of Application: Offline/Email
• Who Can Apply: Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Holders

Important Dates to Remember

Total Vacancies: 150+ Seats Across Categories

Graduate Apprentices (Engineering) – 75 Seats

Graduate Apprentices (Non-Engineering) – 30 Seats

Diploma Apprentices (Technician) – 20 Seats

ITI Trade Apprentices – 25 Seats

Application Fee

• No application fee is charged for any category of candidate.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Academic Year Cutoff

• Only candidates who passed out in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, or 2025 are eligible.
• Distance learning degrees are not allowed.
• Higher qualification holders are not eligible.

Age Limit (As on 08 May 2025)

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 27 years
• Age Relaxation:
  • OBC: +3 years
  • SC/ST: +5 years
  • PwD: +10 years

Stipend / Pay Scale

Selection Process

• No written test or interview.
• Shortlisting is based purely on academic performance (marks/percentage).
• Final selection after document verification and interaction session.
• Shortlisted candidates will be notified via:
  • DRDO Official Website
  • Registered Email
  • SMS

Required Documents (At the Time of Joining)

Candidates must carry both scanned and original copies of the following:

• SSC (10th) and PUC (12th) Marksheets
• Degree/Diploma/ITI Semester-wise Marksheets
• Provisional/Final Certificate
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)
• Aadhaar Card (as ID proof)
• Police Verification Certificate
• Medical Fitness Certificate (from Govt. Hospital)
• Aadhaar-linked Bank Passbook (front page copy)
• NATS/NCVT/SCVT Registration Proof

Application Process – Step-by-Step Guide

For Graduate & Diploma Apprentices:

1. Register on NATS Portal: nats.education.gov.in
2. Download Application Form from the DRDO GTRE notification
3. Send Your Application:
   • OR By Post to:
     The Director,
     Gas Turbine Research Establishment,
     CV Raman Nagar, Bengaluru

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