DRDO GTRE Recruitment 2025 150 Apprentice Posts
DRDO GTRE Recruitment 2025 150 Apprentice Posts
DRDO GTRE Recruitment 2025 150 Apprentice Posts : The Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), a premier lab of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has officially released Notification No: GTRE/HRD/026/2025-26 inviting applications for 150 Apprentice Posts. This golden opportunity is open for Graduate, Diploma, and ITI holders to join a prestigious defense research organization and gain hands-on technical training under the Apprenticeship Act.
Organization Name: Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), Bengaluru
Notification No: GTRE/HRD/026/2025-26
Employment Type: Apprentice Training
Duration: One Year
Total No of Vacancies: 150 Graduate Apprentice Trainee, Diploma Apprentice Trainee, ITI Apprentice Trainee Posts
Place of Posting: Bengaluru
Vacancy Details :
| 1. Graduate Apprentice Trainees (GAT) – Engineering – 75 Posts |
| 2. Graduate Apprentice Trainees (GAT) – Non Engineering – 30 Posts |
| 3. Diploma Apprentice Trainees – 20 Posts |
| 4. ITI Apprentice Trainees – 25 Posts |
Discipline/Trade wise Vacancy Details:
Graduate Apprentice Trainees – Engineering
| 1. Mechanical/Production/ Industrial Production Engg. – 30 Posts |
| 2. Aeronautical/AerospaceEngg. – 15 Posts |
| 3. Electricals & Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Instrumentation/Telecom Engg. – 10 Posts |
| 4. Computer Science / Computer Engg./ Information Science & Technology Engg. – 15 Posts |
| 5. Metallurgy/ Material science – 04 Posts |
| 6. Civil Engg. or Equivalent – 01 Posts |
Graduate Apprentice Trainees – Non Engineering
| 1. B.Com – 30 Posts |
| 2. B.Sc(Chemistry /Physics/ Maths/ Electronics / Computer etc.) – 10 Posts |
| 3. B.A. (Finance/ Banking etc.) – 05 Posts |
| 4. BCA – 05 Posts |
| 5. BBA – 05 Posts |
Diploma Apprentice Trainees
| 1. Mechanical/ Tool & Die design/ Production – 10 Posts |
| 2. Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Communication/ Electronics & Instrumentation – 07 Posts |
| 3. Computer Science / Engg./Computer Networking – 03 Posts |
ITI Apprentice Trainees
| 1. Machinist – 03 Posts |
| 2. Fitter – 04 Posts |
| 3. Turner – 03 Posts |
| 4. Electrician – 03 Posts |
| 5. Welder – 02 Posts |
| 6. Sheet Metal worker – 02 Posts |
| 7. COPA – 08 Posts |
Eligibility Criteria :
Educational Qualification :
1. Graduate Apprentice Trainees (GAT) – Engineering – A Degree in Engineering or Technology (Regular – Full time) with First Class in relevant discipline.
2. Graduate Apprentice Trainees (GAT) – Non Engineering – A Degree (Regular – Full time) with First Class in relevant discipline.
3. Diploma Apprentice Trainees – A Diploma in Engineering or Technology (Regular – Full time) in relevant discipline.
4. ITI Apprentice Trainees – A certificate in vocational Course involving two years of study after the completion of the secondary stage of school education recognised by the All India Council for Technical education. A student enrolled in a sandwich course who is training to earn the credential listed in above.
Age Limit: (As on 08.05.2025)
1. Graduate Apprentice Trainees – Engineering – 18 to 27 Years
2. Graduate Apprentice Trainees – Non Engineering – 18 to 27 Years
3. Diploma Apprentice Trainees – 18 to 27 Years
4. ITI Trade Apprentice Trainees – 18 to 27 Years
Relaxation of Upper age limit:
| For SC/ ST Applicants: 5 years |
| For OBC Applicants: 3 years |
| For PwBD (Gen/ EWS) Applicants: 10 years |
| For PwBD (SC/ ST) Applicants: 15 years |
| For PwBD (OBC) Applicants: 13 years |
| For Ex-Servicemen Applicants: As per Govt. Policy |
Stipend
1. Graduate Apprentice Trainees – Engineering – Rs.9000/- per month
2. Graduate Apprentice Trainees – Non Engineering – Rs.9000/- per month
3. Diploma Apprentice Trainees –Rs.8000/- per month
4. ITI Apprentice Trainees –Rs.7000/- per month
Selection Process:
Short Listing
Certificate Verification
The selection will be merit-based, considering the marks obtained in the qualifying examination (Degree/Diploma/ITI). No interview or written test will be conducted. Final merit lists will be prepared separately for Graduate, Diploma, and ITI apprentices.
How to Apply – Application Procedure
Follow these steps to apply:
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Register on National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) for Graduate & Diploma apprentices OR Apprenticeship India Portal for ITI apprentices.
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Visit the DRDO official website https://drdo.gov.in.
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Go to the GTRE Apprenticeship Recruitment section.
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Fill out the online application form with accurate details.
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Upload the required documents (mark sheets, photo, ID proof, etc.).
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Submit the application before 08.05.2025.
No hard copies are required to be sent.
Important Dates
- Notification Released : April 2025
- Online Application Begins : 09 April 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online : 08 May 2025
- Merit List Announcement : May 2025 (Tentative)
- Apprenticeship Start Date : June 2025 (Expected)
Important Links
NATS Registration (Graduate/Diploma)
DRDO GTRE Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for young graduates, diploma holders, and ITI pass-outs to begin their careers in a high-tech government research establishment. Not only does this apprenticeship provide practical experience, but it also acts as a stepping stone for future job opportunities in core industries or government sectors. Interested and eligible candidates are strongly encouraged to apply early and make the most of this prestigious opportunity.