DRDO GTRE Apprentice Trainees Walkin 2026
The Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has announced a walk-in recruitment drive for 150 Apprentice Trainee positions for the 2026-27 financial year.
Short Information
Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), Bengaluru, is inviting eligible Indian nationals for a walk-in interview to engage Apprentice Trainees in Graduate Engineering, Diploma, ITI Trades, and Non-Technical Graduate categories. There are a total of 150 vacancies available, and the mandatory walk-in interview is scheduled for June 6, 2026. Candidates must have completed their qualifying examination in 2022 or later to be eligible.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Details |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹To be announced |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹To be announced |
| Payment Mode | To be announced |
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
| Post Category | Total Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 06-06-2026) | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (Engineering) | 75 | Min 18 Years | Degree in Engineering or Technology (BE/B.Tech) in relevant discipline. |
| Diploma Apprentice | 20 | Min 18 Years | Diploma in Engineering or Technology in relevant discipline. |
| ITI Apprentice | 25 | Min 18 Years | ITI pass in respective trade with NCVT certificate. |
| Non-Technical Graduate Apprentice | 30 | Min 18 Years | B.Com, B.Sc, B.A, B.C.A, or B.B.A from a recognized university. |
Discipline-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Discipline / Trade | Graduate (Engg) | Diploma | ITI | Non-Tech Graduate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical/Production | 30 | 10 | - | - |
| Aeronautical/Aerospace | 15 | - | - | - |
| Electrical/Electronics/Telecom | 10 | 07 | - | - |
| Computer Science/IT | 15 | 03 | - | - |
| ITI Trades (Fitter/Turner/Electrician/COPA etc.) | - | - | 25 | - |
| General Streams (B.Com/B.Sc/B.A/BCA/BBA) | - | - | - | 30 |
| Others (Metallurgy/Civil) | 05 | - | - | - |
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection for GTRE Apprentice Trainees will be conducted based on the following criteria:
- Mandatory Pre-Registration: Candidates must be registered on NATS (for Graduate/Diploma) or NAPS (for ITI) portals.
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on academic merit from their qualifying examinations.
- Walk-in Interview: A walk-in interview and document verification will be conducted at GTRE, Bengaluru.
- Written Test: A written test may be conducted depending on the number of applicants.
- Medical Fitness: Final selection is subject to a certificate of physical fitness from an authorized Government Medical Officer.
How to Apply Online
There is no online application form for this recruitment. Candidates must follow these steps to participate in the walk-in interview:
- Visit the official NATS portal (for Graduate/Diploma) or NAPS portal (for ITI) and complete the mandatory apprenticeship registration.
- Download the Registration Form (Annexure-I) and Undertaking (Annexure-II) from the official DRDO website.
- Fill out the forms accurately and affix a recent passport-size photograph.
- Prepare a set of self-attested photocopies of all required documents along with the original certificates.
- Attend the walk-in interview on 06-06-2026 (09:00 AM) at GTRE, CV Raman Nagar, Bengaluru – 560093.
Required Documents Checklist
- Duly filled Registration Form and Undertaking.
- Printout of NATS/NAPS portal profile.
- 10th Class Mark sheet and Certificate.
- Degree/Diploma/ITI Mark sheets (all semesters) and Provisional/Final Certificate.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL) if applicable.
- Two recent passport-size photographs.
Important Links
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here to Download |
| NATS Registration (Graduate/Diploma) | Register Here |
| NAPS Registration (ITI Trades) | Register Here |
| Official Website | Visit Official Site |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the date of the GTRE DRDO Walk-in Interview 2026?
The walk-in interview is scheduled for June 6, 2026, starting at 09:00 AM.
How many vacancies are available for the DRDO GTRE Apprentice?
A total of 150 vacancies are available across various technical and non-technical disciplines.
Who is eligible for the GTRE Apprentice 2026 recruitment?
Indian nationals who have completed BE/B.Tech, Diploma, ITI, or General Graduation (B.Com/B.Sc/B.A/BCA/BBA) in 2022 or later as regular candidates are eligible.
Is registration on NATS/NAPS mandatory?
Yes, pre-registration on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) or National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) is mandatory before attending the interview.
Where is the venue for the GTRE walk-in interview?
The interview will be held at Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), DRDO, CV Raman Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka – 560093.