Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory (DEAL), Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence has announced a notification for the engagement of Graduate Apprentice, Diploma Apprentice and ITI Trade Apprentice posts for the year 2026-27. There are 77 vacancies available for various engineering disciplines and ITI trades. Candidates with the qualification of ITI / Diploma / B.E / B.Tech / B.Sc / B.Lib./B.L.I.Sc. are eligible to apply. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the NATS 2.0 / NAPS Portal within 30 days from the publication of the advertisement. The detailed eligibility and application process for DRDO DEAL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 are explained below.
Organization Name: Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory (DEAL), DRDO
Positions:
- Graduate Apprentice
- Diploma Apprentice
- ITI Trade Apprentice
Job Location: Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Stipend:
- Graduate Apprentice – ₹12,300 per month
- Diploma Apprentice – ₹10,900 per month
- ITI Trade Apprentice – ₹10,560 per month
Qualification:
Graduate Apprentice:
- B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science Engineering and Electrical Engineering
- B.Sc. (PCM/PCB) with B.Lib./B.L.I.Sc. (Library Science)
Diploma Apprentice:
- Diploma in Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science Engineering and Electrical Engineering
ITI Trade Apprentice:
- ITI in Electronics Mechanic, TSM, Mechanic Auto Electrical & Electronics, Mechanic-cum-Operator Electronics Communication System, Electrician, Fitter, Machinist, Machinist (Grinder), Turner, Instrument Mechanic, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), Mechanic Diesel, Mechanic Communication Equipment Maintenance, Draughtsman (Mechanical), COPA, Library Assistant, Stenographer, Electroplater, Sheet Metal Worker, Wireman and Lineman.
Note: Candidates who passed the qualifying examination in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026 are eligible.
Total Vacancies: 77 Posts
- Graduate Apprentice – 19 Posts
- Diploma Apprentice – 8 Posts
- ITI Trade Apprentice – 50 Posts
Selection Process:
- Shortlisting Based on Academic Merit
- Written Test / Interview / Walk-in Interview (if required)
- Document Verification
Important Dates:
- Advertisement Date: 23 June 2026
- Closing Date: Within 30 days from the publication of the advertisement
How to Apply:
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the NATS 2.0 Portal (Graduate/Diploma) or NAPS Portal (ITI) within the prescribed time.
Graduate & Diploma Candidates: Apply through NATS 2.0 Portal (DEAL ID: NUKDDC000015)
ITI Candidates: Apply through NAPS Portal (Establishment Code: E01160500005)
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