The Defence Institute of Psychological Research (DIPR), a laboratory functioning under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, has released its apprenticeship notification for the 2026 session. The institute has invited applications for 24 trade apprentice positions spread across seven ITI trades at its Delhi headquarters. Candidates who have completed ITI in the relevant trade with the prescribed SCVT or NCVET certification can apply until October 13, 2026. The engagement is purely for apprenticeship training, with a duration of 12 months and a monthly stipend between ₹9,600 and ₹10,560 depending on the trade.
Overview
| Organization | Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) |
|---|---|
| Institute | Defence Institute of Psychological Research (DIPR) |
| Advertisement No. | 0675/Apprentice/DIPR/Adm |
| Recruitment Name | DRDO DIPR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 24 |
| Qualification | ITI in relevant trade with SCVT/NCVET certification |
| Age Limit | As per Apprentices Act and applicable rules |
| Stipend | ₹9,600–₹10,560 per month |
| Training Duration | 12 months |
| Application Mode | Apprenticeship Portal / Email as prescribed |
| Training Location | Delhi |
| Last Date | October 13, 2026 |
Result Details
The DIPR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification has been published under Advertisement No. 0675/Apprentice/DIPR/Adm dated September 2026. The intake covers 24 apprenticeship seats across seven ITI trades, with Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) alone accounting for 14 vacancies. Other notified trades include Steward, Desk Top Publishing Operator, Secretariat Assistant – English/Hindi, Photographer, IT / IT ESM, and Multimedia & Web Page Designer.
Applications will first be scrutinised by a duly constituted Board to determine eligibility. Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of eligibility requirements and marks obtained in the qualifying examination. An interaction or interview may also be conducted where applicable. The final merit list will be prepared according to the prescribed category-wise selection procedure for General, OBC, SC and ST candidates. Selected candidates will receive their offer letters through email.
No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending an interaction, interview or any other selection-related process. Candidates are advised to monitor their registered email address for shortlisting, interaction or interview updates and apprenticeship offer communications.
Vacancy Details
| Trade | Vacancies | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|---|
| Steward | 1 | ₹9,600 |
| Desk Top Publishing Operator | 2 | ₹9,600 |
| Secretariat Assistant – English/Hindi | 2 | ₹9,600 |
| Photographer | 1 | ₹10,560 |
| Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | 14 | ₹9,600 |
| IT / IT ESM | 2 | ₹10,560 |
| Multimedia & Web Page Designer | 2 | ₹9,600 |
| Total | 24 | — |
With 14 seats, COPA represents more than half of the total apprenticeship intake notified by DIPR for this cycle.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed ITI in the trade corresponding to the apprenticeship position applied for. The ITI qualification should carry the required SCVT or NCVET certification. Candidates must also register themselves on the prescribed apprenticeship portal before applying. Applicants should ensure that their apprenticeship profile and qualification details are complete and accurate. Any trade-specific physical qualification, where applicable, will be governed by the prescribed apprenticeship/NAPS norms.
Age Limit: The age requirement for DIPR apprentices will be governed by the Apprentices Act, 1961, the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 and the applicable provisions prescribed for the apprenticeship engagement. Candidates should check the detailed notification and apprenticeship portal entry for the exact age conditions applicable to their trade.
Stipend and Training Conditions
The monthly stipend varies by trade from ₹9,600 to ₹10,560. Photographer and IT / IT ESM apprentices are listed with a stipend of ₹10,560 per month, while the other notified trades carry ₹9,600 per month. These amounts are apprenticeship stipends and should not be treated as a 7th CPC salary or a regular DRDO pay scale.
The duration of training is 12 months and is non-extendable. The engagement is strictly for apprenticeship training and does not constitute appointment to a regular Government post. Government accommodation will not be provided to selected apprentices. Candidates selected for training will also be required to submit a Police Verification Certificate after joining.
Important Dates
| Advertisement Date | September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | October 13, 2026 |
| Apprenticeship Duration | 12 months |
Documents Required
Applicants should keep their ITI certificate and marksheets for the relevant trade ready along with proof of SCVT/NCVET certification. Candidates will also need proof of apprenticeship portal registration, applicable category/caste certificates, recent passport-size photographs and valid photo identification. Other educational certificates should be provided where required. Selected candidates must subsequently complete the prescribed police verification requirement.
How to Apply for DRDO DIPR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Register on the prescribed Government apprenticeship portal if not already registered.
- Complete the apprenticeship profile with accurate personal, educational and ITI trade information.
- Locate the apprenticeship opportunity for the Defence Institute of Psychological Research (DIPR), DRDO.
- Apply for the trade corresponding to your ITI qualification through the prescribed apprenticeship process.
- Where the notification requires submission by email, complete the prescribed application and document submission using the email procedure specified by DIPR.
- Ensure that ITI certificates, marksheets, SCVT/NCVET credentials, apprenticeship registration details and category documents are available as required.
- Submit the application no later than October 13, 2026.
- Monitor the registered email address for shortlisting, interaction/interview and apprenticeship offer updates.
Selection Process
The selection process for DIPR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 involves scrutiny of applications by a constituted Board, merit-based shortlisting using qualifying examination marks, and an interaction or interview where applicable. The final merit list is drawn up as per the prescribed category-wise procedure for General, OBC, SC and ST candidates. Offer letters are dispatched to selected candidates via email.
Key Points for Applicants
Candidates should note that this recruitment is for apprenticeship training only and does not confer any right to regular employment with DRDO or the Central Government. The training period of 12 months cannot be extended. No government accommodation or TA/DA for selection processes will be provided. Applicants must use the official DRDO website to access the DIPR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification and the Government apprenticeship portal for registration and the prescribed online apprenticeship process.
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