- Walk-in interview for ITI Apprentice Trainees under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
- Total of 93 vacancies across 18 different ITI trades.
- Stipend ranges from ₹10,560 to ₹11,040 per month depending on the trade.
- Training duration as per Apprentices Act, 1961 and Apprenticeship Rules.
- No employment guarantee upon completion of training.
DRD
🎓 ITI
ITI Apprentice Trainees Recruitment
Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) - Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE)
Total Vacancies
93
Job Location
Avadi, Chennai - 600 054, Tamil Nadu
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) - Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE) (DRDO-CVRDE) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | ITI (iti) |
| Number of Vacancies | 93 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹10,560 - ₹11,040 Per Month |
| Age Limits | 18 to 27 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | - No application fee mentioned in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum age: 18 years as on 01/09/2026.
- Maximum age: 27 years (UR), 30 years (OBC), 32 years (SC/ST), 37 years (PWD).
- Must have passed ITI in 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 (except for COPA, Painter, Plumber, Welder, and Food Production trades).
- NCVT/SCVT recognized ITI certificate required.
- Registration on NCVT/SCVT MIS portal (https://ncvtmis.gov.in) is mandatory.
- Only regular candidates (not distance/part-time) are eligible.
- Candidates appearing in 2026 exams must have results declared by 30/08/2026.
- Maximum age: 27 years (UR), 30 years (OBC), 32 years (SC/ST), 37 years (PWD).
- Must have passed ITI in 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 (except for COPA, Painter, Plumber, Welder, and Food Production trades).
- NCVT/SCVT recognized ITI certificate required.
- Registration on NCVT/SCVT MIS portal (https://ncvtmis.gov.in) is mandatory.
- Only regular candidates (not distance/part-time) are eligible.
- Candidates appearing in 2026 exams must have results declared by 30/08/2026.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection based on marks obtained in the qualifying ITI exam.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo a walk-in interview.
- Final selection will be communicated on the spot.
- Joining letter will be issued immediately to selected candidates.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo a walk-in interview.
- Final selection will be communicated on the spot.
- Joining letter will be issued immediately to selected candidates.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
UR
OBC
SC
ST
EWS
OBC
SC
ST
EWS
📂 Required Documents
- 10th or 12th mark sheet and certificate.
- ITI mark sheets and NCVT/SCVT certificate.
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Aadhaar Card.
- Valid police verification certificate from last residence/permanent address.
- ITI mark sheets and NCVT/SCVT certificate.
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Aadhaar Card.
- Valid police verification certificate from last residence/permanent address.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee mentioned in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many total vacancies are available for ITI Apprentice Trainees at DRDO-CVRDE?
A total of 93 vacancies are available across 18 different ITI trades.
Q.
What is the stipend amount for ITI Apprentice Trainees at DRDO-CVRDE?
The stipend ranges from ₹10,560 to ₹11,040 per month depending on the trade.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for OBC candidates applying for ITI Apprentice Trainees at DRDO-CVRDE?
The maximum age limit for OBC candidates is 30 years as on 01/09/2026.
Q.
Is registration on the NCVT/SCVT MIS portal mandatory for applying to ITI Apprentice Trainees at DRDO-CVRDE?
Yes, registration on the NCVT/SCVT MIS portal (https://ncvtmis.gov.in) is mandatory for ITI candidates.
Q.
Where will the walk-in interview for ITI Apprentice Trainees be conducted?
The walk-in interview will be conducted at CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai - 600 054.