DRDO SSPL Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 41 Posts Offline Form
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India |
| Post Name | Apprentice (ITI Apprentice, Diploma Apprentice, Graduate Apprentice) |
| Total Vacancies | 41 (across all three categories; category-wise split not specified) |
| Application Mode | Offline (hard copy by post, after prior portal registration) |
| Job Location | SSPL, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054 |
Important Dates
| Particular | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement / Notification Date | 29 July 2026 |
| Application Start Date | Check Official Notification |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application by Post | 21 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | Check Official Notification |
| Interview Date | Check Official Notification |
| Walk-in Date | Check Official Notification |
| Counselling Date | Check Official Notification |
| Admission Start Date | Check Official Notification |
| Admission End Date | Check Official Notification |
| Result Date | Check Official Notification |
Application / Registration Fee
| Category | Fee | Payment Mode | Fee Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Categories | No Application Fee | N/A | N/A |
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy / Seat Details
Vacancy Summary
| S. No. | Apprenticeship Training Category | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ITI Apprentice | 41 (combined; category-wise split not specified) |
| 2 | Diploma Apprentice | Not specified |
| 3 | Graduate Apprentice | Not specified |
Reservation: SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS as per the Apprentices Act, 1961, Apprentice Rules 1992, and the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Rules 2015. Category-wise break-up not specified.
Eligibility by Category
| Category | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| ITI Apprentice | ITI (First Division) in Fitter, Electronics Mechanic, Electrician, COPA, Machinist, or Carpenter; and 10th with First Division | Not specified |
| Diploma Apprentice | Diploma (First Division) in Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics/Instrumentation/Computer Science; and 10th & Diploma with First Division | Not specified |
| Graduate Apprentice | Regular Graduation (First Division) in Physics, Chemistry, Maths or Computer Science, OR B.A./B.Com, OR B.E./B.Tech (First Division) in Electronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Communication Engineering, VLSI, or Chemical Engineering from a recognized University/Institution | Not specified |
Key Eligibility Notes
- Candidates must have passed their qualifying examination as a regular candidate in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026.
- Candidates who passed earlier than 2022 are not eligible.
- Diploma & Graduate candidates must register at the NATS portal.
- ITI candidates must register at the Apprenticeship India portal.
- Non-registered candidates are likely to be rejected.
Stipend
| Category | Stipend / Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| ITI Apprentice | As per rules |
| Diploma Apprentice | As per rules |
| Graduate Apprentice | As per rules |
Selection / Admission / Evaluation Process
- Verification of credentials for selected candidates prior to creation of the apprenticeship contract.
- Any deviation or non-conformity with the desired qualification will lead to summary rejection of candidature.
- Selected candidates must submit a Police Verification Certificate after joining.
- The exact basis on which candidates are shortlisted (e.g., merit percentage) is not specified in the notification.
- No written test, interview, or detailed merit-list procedure is mentioned.
How to Apply / Register / Check Status
- Register on the relevant national apprenticeship portal:
- Diploma & Graduate candidates → NATS portal
- ITI candidates → Apprenticeship India portal
- Duly fill the application form (format provided with the advertisement).
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents and affix a recent passport-size photograph.
- Send the completed hard-copy application by post to: Director, SSPL, Kind Attention: HRD, SSPL, DRDO, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054.
- Ensure the application reaches SSPL on or before 21 August 2026.
Note: There is no online application submission step beyond the initial portal registration. The actual form must be submitted physically by post.
Required Documents Checklist
- Duly filled application form (as per advertisement format)
- Self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Police Verification Certificate (after joining)
Important Conditions
- Training period: 12 months from execution of the Contract of Apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
- All correspondence, including the offer letter, will be through email only.
- SSPL is not obligated to offer employment after completion of training.
- No Government quarters, hostel accommodation, or transport will be provided.
- SSPL reserves the right to increase/decrease seats or withdraw/cancel the process without assigning any reason.
- Suppression of facts or canvassing will lead to disqualification.
- Legal jurisdiction: Hon'ble High Court of Delhi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is DRDO SSPL Apprentice Recruitment 2026? It is a recruitment drive by Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), DRDO, Delhi, to engage candidates as ITI, Diploma, or Graduate Apprentice against 41 vacancies, under Advertisement No. 625/HR/Apprentice/2026/M/02.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in DRDO SSPL Apprentice Recruitment 2026? 41 vacancies combined across ITI Apprentice, Diploma Apprentice, and Graduate Apprentice categories. The category-wise split is not specified and may vary depending on requirement.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for DRDO SSPL Apprentice Recruitment 2026? The completed application form must reach SSPL by post on or before 21 August 2026.
Q4. What is the qualification required for DRDO SSPL Apprentice Recruitment 2026? It varies by category: ITI (First Division) in specified trades with 10th First Division for ITI Apprentice; Diploma (First Division) in Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics/Instrumentation/Computer Science with 10th and Diploma First Division for Diploma Apprentice; and a First Division Graduation/B.E./B.Tech in specified subjects for Graduate Apprentice.
Q5. How can I apply for DRDO SSPL Apprentice Recruitment 2026? First register on the applicable national apprenticeship portal (NATS for Diploma/Graduate, Apprenticeship India for ITI), then send the duly filled hard-copy application form by post to SSPL, Delhi, along with self-attested documents, by 21 August 2026. There is no separate apply-online submission step.
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Coming Soon |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |