The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has announced a new recruitment drive for ITI, Diploma and Graduate Apprentice positions at its Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL) in New Delhi. It offers an excellent way to get hands on industrial experience with a 12-month apprenticeship programme.
This means that eligible candidates may submit offline applications before 21 August 2026.
Apprenticeship opportunity at DRDO SSPL
The apprenticeship programme is intended for the practical training of new ITI certificate holders, diploma holders, and graduates in different skills. The selected candidates will receive a one-year apprenticeship with a monthly stipend as per the Government of India apprenticeship rules.
Vacancy Details
As per the official notification:
- Diploma Apprentice: 41 vacancies
- Graduate Apprentice: Vacancies will be filled based on organisational requirements.
- ITI Apprentice: Vacancies will also be filled according to the laboratory's operational needs.
- Eligible Trades and Qualifications. ITI Apprentice
Candidates should have:
Passed Class 10 (SSLC/Matriculation)
ITI certificate with First Class in any of the following trades: Fitter, Electronics Mechanic, Electrician, Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA), Machinist, Carpenter. Diploma Apprentice
Applicants should have a First Class Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognised institution.
Graduate Apprentice
Candidates must have a First Class Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant subject or engineering stream from a recognised university.
As an added point of contact, applicants are advised to check the official notification for all discipline-wise eligibility criteria in detail.
Training Duration
Duration: 12 Months
The apprenticeship is to provide practical experience in defence research and advanced technology for the prospects to enhance their technical and employability skills and work experience.
Monthly Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend according to the Apprentices Act and Government of India guidelines. The exact stipend amount will be applicable according to the category of apprenticeship.
Application Process
- Interested candidates can apply only in offline mode.
- The application process includes:
- The application form is downloaded from the official DRDO/SSPL website.
- Fill in all necessary personal and educational details.
- Provide self-attested copies of educational certificates and supporting documents.
- Send the application to the address mentioned in the official notification before the closing date.
Important date
Last date to submit offline application: August 21, 2026.
The candidate must be sure that their application arrives at the laboratory before the deadline, as late applications may not be accepted.
The DRDO SSPL apprenticeship programme offers opportunities for industry exposure at one of India’s largest defence research organisations and is a good career for aspiring engineers and technicians.
