The Defence Institute of BioDefence Technologies (DIBT), a premier research institute under DRDO in Mysore, has launched a recruitment drive for 20 Diploma and ITI Apprentices for the 2025-26 training session under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This program offers freshers a chance to gain practical skills in a cutting-edge defense research environment. Online applications are open from 16th July 2025, with a deadline of 15th August 2025. This article provides a detailed guide to the DIBT DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2025, including vacancy details, eligibility, selection process, stipend, and application steps.
Relaxation for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) as per government rules.
Educational Qualification:
Diploma Apprentices: Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from a recognized State Council, Board of Technical Education, University, or equivalent institute. Candidates must have passed in 2023, 2024, or 2025 as regular students. Earlier pass-outs (before 2023) are ineligible.
ITI Apprentices: Two-year vocational certificate in Machinist, Fitter, or Electrician from an NCVT/SCVT-recognized institute, passed in 2023, 2024, or 2025 as regular students. Earlier pass-outs (before 2023) are ineligible.
Qualification
Age Limit (as on 31/07/2025):
18 to 27 years.
Relaxation for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) as per government rules.
Educational Qualification:
Diploma Apprentices: Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from a recognized State Council, Board of Technical Education, University, or equivalent institute. Candidates must have passed in 2023, 2024, or 2025 as regular students. Earlier pass-outs (before 2023) are ineligible.
ITI Apprentices: Two-year vocational certificate in Machinist, Fitter, or Electrician from an NCVT/SCVT-recognized institute, passed in 2023, 2024, or 2025 as regular students. Earlier pass-outs (before 2023) are ineligible.
Selection Process
✔️ Shortlisting based on academic performance in Diploma/ITI examinations.
✔️ Verification of original documents for shortlisted candidates.