DRDO CVRDE ITI Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 93 Posts

DRDO CVRDE ITI Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026

The Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE), a part of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has announced a recruitment drive for 93 ITI Apprentice Trainee positions. These training opportunities are available across 18 different trades at the CVRDE campus in Avadi, Chennai.

This recruitment is being conducted through a Walk-In Interview process, as per the Apprentices Act, 1961. Candidates who have completed their ITI qualification and meet the eligibility criteria can attend the interview with their documents. A mandatory pre-registration on the NCVT/SCVT MIS portal is required before attending the walk-in.

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Candidates interested in the ITI Apprentice Trainee positions should note the following important dates:

Note: There is no separate deadline for submitting an online or offline application. Eligibility and shortlisting will be handled at the walk-in venue.

Vacancy Details

CVRDE has announced a total of 93 vacancies for ITI Apprentice Trainees across 18 different trades. The number of vacancies mentioned is indicative and may change based on the final assessment of eligible applications.

Category-wise vacancy details are not specified in the official notification.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for the ITI Apprentice Trainee positions must meet the following educational and age requirements:

Applicants must have passed the ITI examination from an institution recognized by NCVT/SCVT. This qualification should be in a trade of at least two years' duration. However, for trades like Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA), Painter, Plumber, Welder, and Food Production, the two-year duration requirement is exempted.

Only candidates who completed their qualifying examination as regular students are eligible. Private candidates are not considered.

Additionally, candidates who passed their qualifying exam in 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible. Those who passed before 2023 are not eligible.

The age limit for candidates is calculated as of a specific date, which is not specified in the official notification. However, the following age criteria apply:

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age (Unreserved): 27 years
• Maximum Age (OBC): 30 years
• Maximum Age (SC/ST): 32 years
• Maximum Age (PWD): 37 years

Candidates are advised to verify if they meet the prescribed age limit before attending the walk-in interview.

Application Fee

No application fee is mentioned in the official notification for this recruitment.

Salary / Stipend

The stipend for ITI Apprentice Trainees will be as per the rates mentioned in the notification for each trade. The stipend amounts range from ₹10,000 to ₹11,000 per month, depending on the trade.

Selection Process

The selection of candidates for the ITI Apprentice Trainee posts will be based on the marks obtained in their qualifying ITI examination. This will be followed by a Walk-In Interview.

Candidates will be shortlisted based on their ITI marks, and then interviewed on the same day at the CVRDE venue. Selection status will be communicated to candidates on the spot, and selected candidates will receive their joining letter immediately.

It is important to note that apprenticeship training does not guarantee employment with DRDO upon completion, as the selection and training are strictly governed by the Apprentices Act, 1961.

How to Attend the Walk-In Interview

Candidates must follow these steps to attend the walk-in interview:

1. Mandatory Registration: Complete your mandatory registration on the NCVT/SCVT MIS portal at Click Here. Note down your registration number.
2. Report for Interview: On the specified dates ( and ), report to the CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai-600054 venue between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
3. Carry Documents: Bring all required original documents along with photocopies for verification. Ensure you have your NCVT/SCVT MIS portal registration number.

Candidates will be shortlisted and interviewed on the spot. Selection status will be informed immediately.

Documents Required

Candidates attending the walk-in interview must carry the following original documents and their photocopies:

• 10th or 12th mark sheet and certificate
• ITI mark sheets and NCVT/SCVT certificate
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Aadhaar Card
• NCVT/SCVT MIS portal registration number (mandatory)

Important Instructions

• The duration of training will be as per the Apprentices Act, 1961, and its rules.
• Apprenticeship training does not guarantee employment after completion.
• Any false or forged information or documents found at any stage will lead to immediate cancellation of candidature or appointment.
• Selected candidates must provide a valid police verification certificate at the time of joining.
• Expired OBC certificates will not be accepted.
• Provisional certificates are acceptable at the time of joining, but the final NCVT/SCVT certificate must be submitted later.

FAQs

Important Links

Official Website → Click Here

Notification PDF → Click Here