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.
| Apprentice Category | Discipline / Subject | No. of Vacancies | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Computer Science & Engineering | 15 | ₹12,300 |
| Graduate Apprentice | Mathematics | 01 | ₹12,300 |
| Technician Apprentice (Diploma) | Computer Science | 05 | ₹10,900 |
👉 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:
- Official Notification Download: Visit the DRDO official vacancies page and download the advertisement and application form. Click here to download from official website
- NATS Registration: Register first on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal (mandatory).
- Prepare Documents: Fill in the application form carefully, attach all academic details and the NATS enrollment proof.
- Create Single PDF: Scan all required documents into one PDF file.
- Submit Via Email: Send your complete application PDF to the designated email address (given in the official notification).
- Subject Line Format: Use the correct email subject format as specified in the notification to avoid rejection.
- 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)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 06 Feb 2026 |
| Start Date of Application | 06 Feb 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 Feb 2026 |
📢 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:
- ✔️ Duly filled Application Form (from official PDF)
- ✔️ Resume / Bio-Data
- ✔️ 10th Marksheet (Date of Birth proof)
- ✔️ Diploma / Degree Final Marksheet
- ✔️ Provisional / Final Certificate
- ✔️ NATS Registration / Enrollment Proof
- ✔️ Aadhaar Card / Valid ID Proof
- ✔️ Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS – if applicable)
- ✔️ PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- ✔️ 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
| Apply Date | 06 Feb 2026 — 27 Feb 2026 Expired |
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