RCI Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026, 195 Posts

The Research Centre Imarat (RCI), under the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), is inviting applications for the positions of Graduate Apprentice, Technician (Diploma) Apprentice, and Trade Apprentice (ITI). A total of 195 vacancies are available, and the last date to apply is 30 days from the date of publication of this advertisement in a newspaper, which is expected to be 01 November 2026.

RCI Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026, 195 Posts: Overview

Important Dates

The following are the key dates related to the recruitment process.

Application Fee

As per official notification, no application fee is mentioned.

Age Limit

The minimum age for candidates is 18 years as of 01 September 2026. There is no upper age limit specified in the official notification.

Vacancy Details

The vacancies are distributed across different categories as follows:

Eligibility and Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the educational qualifications as per the category applied for, from an Indian Institution recognized by the appropriate statutory authority. Only regular candidates who secured 70% marks or CGPA 7.5 and above in the qualifying examination (Graduate, Diploma, or ITI trade) for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible to apply. Candidates with a higher qualification than that prescribed for the category are not eligible to apply, and those who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under any organization are also not eligible.

Salary and Pay Scale

As per official notification, the salary details are not specified.

Selection Process

The selection will be based on academic merit and may include an interview as required, subject to satisfactory document verification. There is no written test involved.

1. Review eligibility criteria.
2. Submit online application.
3. Attend interview if required.
4. Document verification.
5. Contract execution.

How to Apply

Candidates should follow these steps to apply for the positions:

1. Ensure eligibility as per the detailed advertisement.
2. For B.E./B.Tech/Diploma candidates, register on the NATS 2.0 portal.
3. Log in to NATS 2.0 and apply by selecting Research Centre Imarat.
4. For ITI Trade candidates, register on the Apprenticeship India portal.
5. Log in, search for “RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT,” and choose your trade.
6. Submit the application within 30 days of the advertisement’s publication.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for the RCI Graduate Apprentice Recruitment?

The last date to apply is 30 days from the date of publication of this advertisement in a newspaper, expected to be 01 November 2026.

Is there any application fee for this recruitment?

As per official notification, there is no application fee mentioned.

What is the minimum age limit for candidates?

The minimum age limit is 18 years as of 01 September 2026.

What is the selection process for the RCI Graduate Apprentice Recruitment?

The selection process is based on academic merit and may include an interview, with no written test involved.

How can I apply for the RCI Graduate Apprentice positions?

Candidates can apply online through the NATS 2.0 portal or the Apprenticeship India portal, depending on their qualification.

मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में

• संस्था: रिसर्च सेंटर इमारत (RCI)
• पद: ग्रेजुएट अप्रेंटिस, तकनीशियन (डिप्लोमा) अप्रेंटिस, ट्रेड अप्रेंटिस (ITI)
• कुल पद: 195
• योग्यता: B.Tech/B.E, डिप्लोमा, ITI
• आयु सीमा: 18 वर्ष (01 सितंबर 2026 को)
• अंतिम तिथि: 30 दिन विज्ञापन के प्रकाशन के बाद
• आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें