DRDO ISSA Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 21 Posts

ISSA, DRDO invites applications for Graduate & Technician Apprenticeships
(Institute for Systems Studies & Analyses under DRDO, Ministry of Defence). DRDO ISSA Delhi ने आवदेन आमंत्रित किए हैं 2026 के लिए Apprenticeship Training के लिए. यह एक 12 महीने की प्रशिक्षण (one-year apprenticeship training) है और उम्मीदवारों से आवेदन मांगे जाते हैं Email के माध्यम से।

📌 Advertisement No: ISSA/HRD/Apprentice/2026/01
📅 Published Date: 06-02-2026
📆 Last Date to Apply: 27 February 2026
📍 Venue/Organisation: Institute for Systems Studies and Analyses (ISSA), DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Delhi.

🔎 Vacancy Details (रिक्तियों का विवरण)

The recruitment has total 21 vacancies in two major categories of apprenticeship.

👉 कुल 21 पद हैं और यह संख्या लोग आधिकारिक नोटिफिकेशन में दी गई है।

🏫 Eligibility Criteria (योग्यता)

🧑‍🎓 Graduate Apprentices

• Applicants must have a full-time regular degree in:
  • B.E/B.Tech – Computer Science & Engineering
  • M.Sc – Mathematics
• Must have secured First Division (उच्च अंक/स्नातक श्रेणी) from a recognized Indian institute/university.

👨‍🔧 Technician Apprentice (Diploma)

• Must have completed Diploma (full-time regular) in Computer Science from a recognized institute.

✅ Important: Candidates must have passed their qualifying exam in the years 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, or 2025. Applicants who have already done or currently undergoing apprenticeship, or have 1 year of work experience, are not eligible.

💼 How to Apply (आवेदन कैसे करें)

Step-by-Step Application Process:

1. Official Notification Download: Visit the DRDO official vacancies page and download the advertisement and application form. Click here to download from official website
2. NATS Registration: Register first on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal (mandatory).
3. Prepare Documents: Fill in the application form carefully, attach all academic details and the NATS enrollment proof.
4. Create Single PDF: Scan all required documents into one PDF file.
5. Submit Via Email: Send your complete application PDF to the designated email address (given in the official notification).
6. Subject Line Format: Use the correct email subject format as specified in the notification to avoid rejection.
7. DRDO Website Career page

📩 Application Mode: Email (online) – no physical submission.

📍 Selection Process (चयन प्रक्रिया)

• Merit Based: Selection is based on marks obtained in the qualifying exam – no exam, no interview.
• Merit lists may be prepared category-wise (UR/SC/ST/OBC/PwD).
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed through email / official communication.

💰 Stipend & Training (वेतन और प्रशिक्षण)

Selected apprentices will undergo a 12-month apprenticeship training and receive monthly stipends as follows:

• 🧑‍🎓 Graduate Apprentice: ₹12,300/- per month
• 🧑‍🔧 Technician Apprentice (Diploma): ₹10,900/- per month

This stipend provides practical industry exposure and financial support over the one-year training period.

📌 Important Dates (महत्वपूर्ण तिथियाँ)

📢 Quick Summary (सारांश)

• Organisation: ISSA under DRDO – Ministry of Defence
• Posts: Graduate & Technician Apprentice
• Total Vacancies: 21
• Training Duration: 1 year
• Apply Mode: Email (PDF only)
• NATS Registration: Mandatory
• Selection: Merit based
• Monthly Stipend: ₹10,900 – ₹12,300
• Last Date: 27 Feb 2026

🎯 Tips for Applicants (उम्मीदवारों के लिए सुझाव)

📌 Apply at least 3–4 days before the deadline to avoid email issues.
📌 Ensure your NATS Enrollment Number is valid and complete.
📌 Combine all documents into one single PDF (large files can lead to rejection).

📧 DRDO ISSA Apprentice 2026 – Application Email Format

Email Subject (VERY IMPORTANT)

Application for Apprentice Trainee – ISSA DRDO – Advt No ISSA/HRD/Apprentice/2026/01

Email Body (Copy–Paste)

Respected Sir/Madam,

I am writing to apply for engagement as an Apprentice Trainee at
Institute for Systems Studies & Analyses (ISSA), DRDO, as per the
advertisement No. ISSA/HRD/Apprentice/2026/01 dated 06 February 2026.

I have completed my qualification in the relevant discipline and have
registered on the NATS portal. I fulfill all the eligibility conditions
mentioned in the official notification.

My details are as follows:

Name: __________________________
Father’s Name: __________________
Date of Birth: ___________________
Category: _______________________
Qualification: __________________
Discipline: _____________________
Year of Passing: ________________
Percentage / CGPA: _____________
NATS Enrollment Number: _________
Mobile Number: __________________
Email ID: _______________________

I have attached my duly filled application form along with all required
documents in a single PDF file for your kind consideration.

I kindly request you to consider my application for the Apprenticeship
Training at ISSA, DRDO.

Thanking you.

Yours sincerely,
__________________________
(Name of Candidate)
Place:
Date:

✍️ हिंदी में छोटा अनुरोध (Optional – नीचे जोड़ सकते हैं)

मैं घोषणा करता/करती हूँ कि मेरे द्वारा दी गई सभी जानकारी सही है।
यदि चयनित किया जाता है तो मैं DRDO ISSA द्वारा निर्धारित नियमों एवं
शर्तों का पालन करूँगा/करूँगी।

📎 ATTACHMENT CHECKLIST (Single PDF Only)

⚠️ ALL documents must be merged into ONE PDF file

✅ Mandatory Documents:

1. ✔️ Duly filled Application Form (from official PDF)
2. ✔️ Resume / Bio-Data
3. ✔️ 10th Marksheet (Date of Birth proof)
4. ✔️ Diploma / Degree Final Marksheet
5. ✔️ Provisional / Final Certificate
6. ✔️ NATS Registration / Enrollment Proof
7. ✔️ Aadhaar Card / Valid ID Proof
8. ✔️ Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS – if applicable)
9. ✔️ PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
10. ✔️ Recent Passport Size Photograph

📁 PDF FILE NAME (Recommended)

DRDO_ISSA_Apprentice_2026_YourName.pdf

Example:

DRDO_ISSA_Apprentice_2026_Rahul_Kumar.pdf

⚠️ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS (Do Not Ignore)

• ❌ Multiple PDFs = Rejection
• ❌ Wrong subject line = Rejection
• ❌ No NATS registration = Rejection
• ✅ Apply before 27 February 2026
• ✅ Email size preferably under 5–8 MB
• ✅ Send from your own email ID

🎯 Pro Tips (Selection Friendly)

• Arrange PDF pages in this order:
  Application → Resume → Education → NATS → ID → Certificates
• Use clear scanned copies
• Name & enrollment number should be visible on documents

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