DRDO – Research Centre Imarat (RCI), has released the notification for the engagement of DRDO RCI Apprentice for the 2024-2025 training year. This recruitment offers a valuable opportunity for young professionals to gain experience at one of India’s leading missile research and development centres. The apprenticeship training will be for one year under the Apprentices Act, of 1961.
Interested candidates can apply online through the official DRDO website within 21 days of the notification publication.
DRDO RCI Apprentice Vacancy Overview
| Name of the Organization | Defense Research & Development Organization(DRDO) – Research Centre Imarat(RCI) |
|---|---|
| Industry/ Sector | Defence Research/ Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme |
| Advertisement Number | RCI/HRD/Apprenticeship/Advt/2024-25 |
| Nature of Employment | Apprentice Training |
| Training Period | One Year |
| Name of the Post | Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice(Diploma), Trade Apprentice(ITI) |
| Total No of Vacancies | 200 |
| Job Location | Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh |
| Start and Last Date of Online Application | 25.09.2024 to 16.10.2024 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | DRDO – RCI |
DRDO RCI Apprentice Vacancy Details
| Apprenticeship Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 40 |
| Technician Apprentice | 40 |
| Trade Apprentice | 120 |
DRDO RCI Apprentice Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Apprenticeship Category | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | B.E./B.Tech in CE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, and Chemical disciplines with at least 60% marks. |
| Technician Apprentice | Diploma in ECE, EEE, CSE, Mechanical, and Chemical disciplines with at least 60% marks. |
| Trade Apprentice | ITI in Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Mechanic, Electronics, Electrician, COPA trades (NCVT/SCVT affiliation). |
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 18 years as of 1st August 2024.
Stipend
- The stipend will be provided as per the Government of India norms, under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961.
Application Fee
- No application fee is required to apply for the DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2024.
DRDO RCI Apprentice Selection Process
- Academic Merit/Interview:
- Candidates will be shortlisted based on their academic merit or as per the requirement, an interview may be conducted.
- Shortlisted candidates will receive an email notification.
- Document Verification:
- Selected candidates must provide original documents during the verification stage. Required documents include the application printout, academic certificates, caste certificates (if applicable), Aadhaar card, and others as listed in the notification.
DRDO RCI Apprentice How to Apply
- Register Online:
- Candidates must first register on the appropriate portal:
- Graduate & Diploma Apprentices: Register at the NATS portal.
- ITI Trade Apprentices: Register at Apprenticeship India.
- Candidates must first register on the appropriate portal:
- Application Submission:
- After registering, candidates can apply online through the DRDO website by selecting Research Centre Imarat (RCI) as the establishment.
- Mandatory Aadhaar Linked Bank Account:
- Candidates must have an Aadhaar-seeded bank account for the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) of the stipend.
DRDO RCI Apprentice Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Start Date for Submission of Online Application | 25.09.2024 |
| Last Date for Submission of Online Application | 16.10.2024 |
| Shortlisting/Interview Date | To be notified via email |
DRDO RCI Apprentice Important Links
| Graduate & Technician(Diploma) Apprentice Online Application | NATS portal |
| Trade(ITI) Apprentice Online Application | Apprenticeship India |
| DRDO RCI Apprentice Official Notification | Download |
FAQs
Is there any age limit to apply for this recruitment?
Yes, the minimum age requirement is 18 years as of 1st August 2024.
How will candidates be selected for the apprenticeship?
Selection will be based on academic merit or an interview, followed by document verification.
Is there an application fee for DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment?
No, there is no application fee required for this recruitment.
Where do I register for the apprenticeship?
Graduate and Diploma candidates must register on the NATS portal, while ITI Trade candidates must register on Apprenticeship India.
Can candidates with higher qualifications apply?
No, candidates with higher qualifications than the specified levels are not eligible.
What documents are required during the document verification?
Documents include the application form printout, Aadhaar card, academic certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), and a medical fitness certificate.
