DRDO DESIDOC Apprentice Offline Form 2026
The Defence Scientific Information and Documentation Centre (DESIDOC), DRDO, has released the notification for the engagement of apprentices for the training year 2026-2027.
Short Information
DESIDOC, a premier laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), invites applications for 20 apprenticeship vacancies across various technical disciplines. Interested candidates must submit their applications via post or in person by the specified last date of July 1, 2026.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | To be announced |
| SC / ST / PwBD | To be announced |
| Payment Modes | Online / Offline |
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit | Education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Library & Information Science Apprentice | 16 | 28 Years | Graduation + Degree in Library & Information Science (one year). Passed in 2024 or 2025. |
| Computer Science Apprentice | 2 | 28 Years | B.E. or 3-Year Diploma in Computer Science. Passed in 2024 or 2025. |
| Photography/Videography Apprentice | 2 | 28 Years | 3-Year Diploma in Photography/Videography or ITI Certificate. Passed in 2024 or 2025. |
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on the merit of marks obtained in their essential qualification.
- Evaluation: Shortlisted candidates will be required to appear for a written test and/or personal interview.
- Scrutiny: A selection board constituted by the Director, DESIDOC, will conduct the final selection.
- Verification: Original certificates must be produced at the time of document verification.
How to Apply Offline
- NATS Registration: Candidates must first register on the official NATS portal and obtain an enrolment number.
- Form Download: Visit the official DRDO website and download the application form from the "What's New" section.
- Documentation: Fill out the application form completely and attach self-attested photocopies of all educational and identity documents.
- Submission: Send the completed application by post or submit it by hand at the DESIDOC, Delhi office.
- Envelope Superscription: Clearly write the name of the discipline applied for on the envelope.