| Board | Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory (DEAL), Dehradun – 248001, DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India |
| State | All India |
| Qualification | Graduate: B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent with 60% marks in relevant discipline (Library Science: B.Sc. PCM/PCB + B.Lib./B.L.I.Sc. with 60% in each) | Diploma: Diploma in Engineering/Technology or equivalent with 60% marks | ITI: ITI pass with NCVT/SCVT Certificate in relevant trade - all from a recognized Board/University |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 22 Jul 2026 |
Understand the age criteria for the DRDO DEAL Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27, including any specific cutoff dates or relaxation policies.
| Post Name/Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| All Apprentice Posts | As per official notification |
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | As per official notification |
| OBC | As per official notification |
| PwBD | As per official notification |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per official notification |
| Women | As per official notification |
Familiarize yourself with the selection stages for the DRDO DEAL Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27, which may include merit, tests, and interviews.
| Stage | Process |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Academic merit / Written test / Interview / Walk-in Interview or combination thereof |
| Stage 2 | Document Verification |
| Final Selection | As per official notification |
Discover the attractive monthly stipend offered for Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Apprentice posts under the DRDO DEAL Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27.
| Post Name | Pay Scale / Salary |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Rs. 12,300/- per month |
| Diploma Apprentice | Rs. 10,900/- per month |
| ITI Apprentice | Rs. 10,560/- per month |
The stipend for ITI Apprentices is 50% by DEAL + 50% from BOAT under DBT scheme.
Follow these step-by-step instructions to successfully apply online for the DRDO DEAL Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27.
Access essential resources for the DRDO DEAL Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27, including the official website and notification PDF.
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online (Graduate/Diploma) | Click Here |
| Apply Online (ITI) | Click Here |
Find quick answers to common questions regarding the DRDO DEAL Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27.
Ans: There are a total of 77 vacancies for Apprentice posts in DRDO DEAL Recruitment 2026-27.
Ans: The last date to apply online is 30 days from the date of advertisement publication on the DRDO website.
Ans: Candidates must have a B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent with 60% marks in the relevant discipline. For Library Science, B.Sc. PCM/PCB + B.Lib./B.L.I.Sc. with 60% in each is required.
Ans: The selection process involves academic merit / written test / interview / walk-in interview or a combination thereof, followed by document verification.
Ans: ITI Apprentices will receive a stipend of Rs. 10,560/- per month.
Ans: The official notification PDF can be downloaded from the DRDO website or through the direct link provided in the Important Links section.
Ans: The notification specifies a "Year of Passing" criterion (last five years: 2022-2026) for eligibility, which acts as an indirect age limit. A direct age range (e.g., 18-30 years) is As per official notification.
Ans: Graduate and Diploma apprentices should apply on the NATS 2.0 portal (), while ITI apprentices should apply on the NAPS portal ().
Ans: No, candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training, or who have work experience of 1 year or more after attaining the essential qualification, are NOT eligible.
Ans: The duration of the apprentice training is One Year from the date of execution of the Apprenticeship Contract.