GTRE DRDO Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in Interview for 150 Vacancies
The Gas Turbine Research Establishment under Defence Research and Development Organisation has officially released a notification for Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026-27. Candidates from Engineering, Diploma, ITI, B.Com, B.Sc, BCA, BBA, and BA backgrounds can attend the walk-in interview for one-year apprenticeship training in Bengaluru.
This is a great opportunity for freshers who want to gain experience in a prestigious Government of India defence research organization.
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About GTRE
Gas Turbine Research Establishment is one of the premier research and development laboratories under DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Government of India. The organization works on advanced gas turbine engine technologies for defence applications.
GTRE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | GTRE – DRDO |
| Job Type | Apprentice Trainee |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Total Vacancies | 150 |
| Job Location | Bengaluru |
| Selection Process | Merit / Written Test / Interview |
| Walk-in Date | 6 June 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 9:00 AM |
| Mode | Walk-in Interview |
Total Vacancy Details
Graduate Engineering Apprentice Vacancies – 75 Posts
| Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mechanical / Production / Industrial Production Engineering | 30 |
| Aeronautical / Aerospace Engineering | 15 |
| Electrical & Electronics / ECE / E&I / Telecom | 10 |
| Computer Science / IT / Information Science | 15 |
| Metallurgy / Material Science | 4 |
| Civil Engineering | 1 |
Diploma Apprentice Vacancies – 20 Posts
| Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mechanical / Production / Tool & Die Design | 10 |
| Electrical & Electronics / ECE / E&I | 7 |
| Computer Science / IT / Networking | 3 |
ITI Apprentice Vacancies – 25 Posts
| Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Machinist / CNC Machining Technician | 3 |
| Fitter | 4 |
| Turner | 3 |
| Electrician | 3 |
| Welder | 2 |
| Sheet Metal Worker | 2 |
| COPA / Data Entry Operator | 8 |
Non-Technical Graduate Vacancies – 30 Posts
| Qualification | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| B.Com | 10 |
| B.Sc | 5 |
| BA | 5 |
| BCA | 5 |
| BBA | 5 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the following qualifications:
BE / B.Tech for Graduate Engineering Apprentice posts
Diploma in Engineering for Diploma Apprentice posts
ITI certificate from NCVT for ITI trades
Degree qualification for non-technical apprentice posts
Only candidates who passed in 2022 or later are eligible to apply.
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: As per Government norms
Selection Process
The selection process may include:
Academic Merit
Written Test
Interview
Document Verification
The final selection depends on vacancy availability and candidate performance.
Stipend
Selected candidates will receive stipend as per Government of India apprenticeship norms.
Walk-in Interview Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Date | 6 June 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 9:00 AM |
| Venue | GTRE, DRDO, CV Raman Nagar, Bengaluru – 560093 |
Nearest Landmark:
Bagmane Tech Park
LRDE Bus Stop
Nearest Metro Station:
Swami Vivekananda Road Metro Station
Important Eligibility Conditions
Candidates are advised to check the following conditions carefully:
Candidates must register on NATS or NAPS portal
Only Indian Nationals are eligible
Candidates with higher qualifications are not eligible
Candidates with one year or more job/training experience are not eligible
Candidates already undergoing apprenticeship are not eligible
Documents Required for Walk-in Interview
Candidates must carry:
NATS / NAPS Profile Printout
10th Marksheet
Qualification Marksheets
Degree / Diploma / ITI Certificate
Aadhaar Card
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Two Passport Size Photos
Important Points
No accommodation or travel allowance will be provided
Apprenticeship training does not guarantee permanent employment
Selected candidates will receive joining instructions through email
Official Notification Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Number | GTRE/APP-TRG/2026-27/HRD-026 |
| Organization | GTRE – DRDO |
| Official Website | www.drdo.gov.in |
Conclusion
GTRE DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is an excellent opportunity for fresh graduates, diploma holders, and ITI candidates who are looking to start their careers in the government defence sector. With 150 vacancies across multiple disciplines, candidates from technical and non-technical backgrounds can attend the walk-in interview and gain valuable industry experience at one of India’s top defence research organizations.
Candidates are advised to complete NATS/NAPS registration and attend the interview with all required documents before the reporting time.
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