The Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM)-DRDO DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment, Eligibility, Age Limit, Fees, Selection, Last Date, Apply Offline, ACEM-DRDO has released an official notification for the recruitment of Graduate Apprentices. A total of 41 vacancies are to be filled through this recruitment drive. Eligible and interested candidates can apply offline by following the details provided in the notification.
The application process for the DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment will commence soon, and applications can be submitted until July 26, 2026. The selection process will be based on merit or an interview.
DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment
The Advanced Centre for Energetic Materials (ACEM)-DRDO : Short Details of Notification
Advt No. ACEM/HRD/APPRENTICESHIP/2026-27 | Short Details of Notification
Important Date
- Notification Released : July 2026
- Application Start : Not Announced Yet
- Last Date for Apply Offline : 26 July 2026
- Last Date For Fee Payment : 26 July 2026
- Correction Date : As Per Schedule
- Exam Date : Notify Soon
- Admit Card : Notify Soon
- Result Date : Updated Soon
Application Fees
- Not Announced Yet
- Pay the Examination Fee Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking or Offline Mode Only.
Age Limit
- Not Announced Yet
- Age relaxation for Reserved Category candidates as per Rules.
No. of Post
41 Posts
Vacancy Details
Graduate Apprentice (BE/B.Tech/General Stream) – Stipend ₹12,300/-
| Post Name | Essential Qualification | Total Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering Apprentice | B.E/B.Tech in Chemical Engineering/Chemical Technology | 05 |
| Mechanical Engineering Apprentice | B.E/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering | 05 |
| Aerospace Engineering Apprentice | B.E/B.Tech in Aerospace Engineering/Aeronautical Engineering | 02 |
| Computer Science Apprentice | B.E/B.Tech in Computer & Information Science/Computer Engineering/B.Sc in Computer Science | 02 |
| Electrical Engineering Apprentice | B.E/B.Tech in Electrical/Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering | 03 |
| Electronics & Telecommunication Apprentice | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | 03 |
| Chemistry Apprentice | B.Sc. Chemistry | 03 |
| Physics Apprentice | B.Sc. Physics | 02 |
| Commerce Apprentice | Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) | 04 |
| Library Science Apprentice | BLIS (Library Science) | 01 |
| Total Vacancies | – | 30 |
Technician Apprentice (Diploma) – Stipend ₹10,900/-
| Post Name | Essential Qualification | Total Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering | 04 |
| Chemical Engineering Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Chemical Engineering | 02 |
| Electrical Engineering Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Electrical Engineering | 02 |
| Electronics Engineering Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Electronics Engineering | 02 |
| Computer Science Technician Apprentice | Diploma in Computer Science/Computer Science & Information Technology/Web Designing | 01 |
| Total Vacancies | – | 11 |
Reservation Slots (as per Apprentices Act policy)
| Category | SC | ST | OBC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slots | 02 | 02 | 11 |
Eligibility Criteria
Refer to the Vacancy Details tables above for post-wise essential qualification. In addition to the qualification, the following conditions apply to all applicants:
- Only fresh pass-out candidates who completed their respective courses in 2024, 2025, or 2026 can apply.
- Graduate/Diploma degree holders who have training or job experience of one year or more after attaining the essential qualification are NOT eligible to be engaged as an apprentice under the Apprentices Act.
- Candidates must register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS 2.0) portal (nats.education.gov.in).
- For More Eligibility Details Check the official notification PDF.
Salary
- Graduate Apprentice (BE/B.Tech/General Stream) : Rs 12,300/-
- Technician Apprentice (Diploma) : 10,900/-
Selection Process
- The selection procedure will be decided by the Apprentice Selection Committee on the basis of merit/interview.
- Only selected candidates will be informed through an offer letter.
DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment: How to Apply
- Visit the official website of DRDO ACEM. Candidate Can Apply till 26 July 2026.
- Candidate Read the Official Notification Before Applying in “DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment“.
- Download and fill the Application Form (enclosed with the official notification) by typing.
- Affix a recent passport-size photograph and sign the application form.
- Attach all essential supporting documents/certificates, including the CGPA to Percentage conversion formula document.
- Combine the filled application form and all documents into a single PDF file.
- Register on the NATS 2.0 portal (nats.education.gov.in) before applying.
- Send the scanned single PDF via email only to [email protected].
- Ensure the application reaches on or before 26 July 2026. Do not send any hard copy.
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| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Age Calculator tool | Click Here |
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DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment– Important Questions
When will start the offline application for DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment?
The offline application for this recruitment will started Soon.
What is the last date to submit the Application form for this recruitment?
The last date to submit the offline application Form is 26 July 2026.
How many vacancies are there?
There are total 41 vacancies.
What is the selection process for DRDO ACEM Apprentice Recruitment?
Candidates will be selected based on Merit/ Interview.
What is the official website of DRDO ACEM?
The Official Website of DRDO ACEM is Here.
