150 Mechanical Production Aerospace Electrical & Electronics ECE E&I Telecom CS IT Metallurgy Civil Engineering and Other Job Vacancies in GTRE DRDO Bengaluru

Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), a premier laboratory under Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India has announced 150 Apprentice vacancies for FY 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

Eligible Indian candidates registered on NATS/NAPS portal can attend the Walk-in Interview on 6 June 2026 at Bengaluru.

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 GTRE Apprentice Vacancy 2026 – Overview

• Organization: GTRE (DRDO)
• Total Vacancies: 150
• Apprenticeship Duration: 1 Year
• Location: CV Raman Nagar, Bengaluru
• Walk-in Date: 6 June 2026 (Saturday)
• Reporting Time: 09:00 AM
• Stipend: As per Govt. of India norms
• Official Website: https://www.drdo.gov.in

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 Vacancy Details (Total: 150 Posts)

 Graduate Engineering Apprentices – 75 Posts

• Mechanical / Production / Industrial Production – 30
• Aeronautical / Aerospace – 15
• Electrical & Electronics / ECE / E&I / Telecom – 10
• Computer Science / IT – 15
• Metallurgy / Material Science – 04
• Civil Engineering – 01

 Diploma Apprentices – 20 Posts

• Mechanical / Production / Tool & Die – 10
• Electrical & Electronics / ECE / E&I – 07
• Computer Science / IT – 03

 ITI Trade Apprentices – 25 Posts

• Machinist / CNC – 03
• Fitter – 04
• Turner – 03
• Electrician – 03
• Welder – 02
• Sheet Metal Worker – 02
• COPA / Data Entry Operator – 08

 Graduate (General Stream) – 30 Posts

• B.Com – 10
• B.Sc – 05
• B.A – 05
• BCA – 05
• BBA – 05

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 Eligibility Criteria

• Must be Indian National
• Minimum Age: 18 years (as on 6 June 2026)
• Qualification passed in 2022 or later
• Must be registered on:
  • NATS Portal (Graduate/Diploma)
  • NAPS Portal (ITI)
• Candidates with 1+ year job experience after qualification are NOT eligible
• Candidates who already completed apprenticeship are NOT eligible

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 Walk-in Interview Details

Venue:
Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE)
CV Raman Nagar, Bengaluru – 560093

Nearest Metro: Swami Vivekananda Road Metro Station
Landmark: Bagmane Tech Park & LRDE

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 Documents Required

Candidates must carry:

• NATS/NAPS Profile Printout
• 10th Marksheet
• All Semester Mark Sheets
• Degree/Diploma/ITI Certificate
• Aadhaar Card
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Two Passport Size Photos
• Filled Registration Form (Annexure-I)
• Undertaking (Annexure-II)

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 Stipend Details

Stipend will be paid as per Apprenticeship Act rules of Government of India.

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 Important Notes

• No job guarantee after completion.
• No TA/DA provided.
• Selection may include shortlisting, written test, or interview.
• Results will be published on DRDO official website.

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GTRE DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Click here
• Official Website: Click here 
• NATS Registration Portal (Graduate / Diploma): Click here
• NAPS Registration Portal (ITI): Click here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the walk-in interview date for GTRE Apprentice 2026?

The walk-in interview will be held on 6 June 2026.

2. How many vacancies are announced?

Total 150 apprentice vacancies are announced.

3. Who can apply for GTRE Apprentice?

Candidates who passed their qualification in 2022 or later and are registered on NATS/NAPS portal.

4. Is there any application fee?

No, there is no application fee.

5. Is there job guarantee after apprenticeship?

No, apprenticeship does not guarantee permanent employment.

6. What is the apprenticeship duration?

The training duration is one year.