Excellent opportunity for engineering graduates: Earn thousands of rupees every month by working at DRDO..

DRDO PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026: An exciting job opportunity awaits at the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), one of the country's most prestigious defence research institutions. DRDO's Proof and Experimental Establishment (PXE) in Chandipur has issued a notification for the recruitment of apprentices across various positions. For young individuals who have recently completed their engineering degrees or diplomas and wish to gain practical experience at DRDO, this is a golden opportunity.

Securing the right internship or apprenticeship is not always easy. This DRDO apprenticeship scheme offers young people the chance to learn while working alongside industry experts. During the one-year training program, selected candidates will get a close-up view of modern technology and the research environment. Additionally, they will receive a monthly stipend. Read on to learn about the eligibility criteria, stipend details, and the application process for this DRDO recruitment.

Who is eligible for the DRDO apprenticeship?
A total of 50 eligible candidates will be selected under the DRDO apprenticeship program. Candidates from key engineering disciplines—such as Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, and Electrical—are eligible to participate. The training will last for one year. It serves as an excellent platform to gain hands-on experience in field work and defence technology projects immediately after completing one's studies. This one year of experience will prove valuable for future career prospects in both the government and private sectors.

What stipend will DRDO apprentices receive?

Every candidate will receive a fixed stipend during the DRDO apprenticeship. Details regarding this are provided in the notification:
Graduate Apprentice (B.Tech graduates): Candidates selected for these positions will receive a monthly stipend of ₹12,300. Technician Apprentice (Diploma Holders): A monthly stipend of ₹10,900 has been fixed for diploma holders.

Please note that apart from this financial assistance, no other special allowances will be provided by the institute.

Who can apply for the apprenticeship at DRDO?
A key eligibility criterion for this DRDO recruitment is that only freshers who passed their degree or diploma in the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible to apply.

Regarding the selection process, candidates will first be shortlisted based on their academic records and marks obtained. Subsequently, shortlisted candidates will be called to PXE Chandipur, Odisha, for the next stage—either a written test or an interview. Upon completion of all rounds, successful candidates will receive their joining letters via email.

Correct method and address for submitting the offline application
The application process for this recruitment is offline rather than online:
You must take a printout of the application form provided with the official notification.

All information requested in the form (such as your name, branch, NATS enrollment number, parents' names, date of birth, and other necessary details) must be filled in clearly, using typed text or block letters.
Attach photocopies of all required educational documents and sign the form.

Finally, place the filled-out form in an envelope and clearly write ‘Application for Apprentice’ along with your branch name in capital letters on the envelope. This application must be sent to the address given below in a timely manner:
Address: ‘The Director, Proof and Experimental Establishment (PXE), Defence R&D Organisation, PO-Chandipur, District-Balasore, Odisha - 756025’
The last date for submitting the application is 12 October 2026. Therefore, please ensure that your form reaches the specified address before the deadline. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

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